Sugar Ridge Church of the Brethren to install new pastor.

May 18, 2016

CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Pastor Mik Sutton will be installed as senior pastor of Sugar Ridge Church of the Brethren, 2012 E. Wilson Road on Sunday, May 22 at 4 p.m. The member of Sugar Ridge have invited their neighbors and friends to join them for the occasion. Pastor Mik and Polly Sutton live in Branch Township and have five children,…

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Habitat for Humanity in need of construction volunteers this weekend.

May 18, 2016
Habitat for Humanity in need of construction volunteers this weekend.

SCOTTVILLE — Habitat for Humanity of Mason County is in need of volunteers to help with the new home being built at 405 N. Thomas St.  Some of the work includes, but is not limited to siding, soffit, fascia, yard work and cleanup. Work begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday May 21 and Sunday, May 22. Please contact Jamie Healy at 231-843-7888 or email…

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Love Ludington mini grants available.

May 17, 2016
Love Ludington mini grants available.

Do you have an idea that would make Mason County a better place? The Love Ludington Committee will be awarding a minimum of two $500 mini grants for projects, events, programs or activities that will make thecommunity a livelier, more lovable place to be. Guidelines: The contest is open to anyone — individuals, groups, nonprofits or businesses. Teamwork and collaboration is…

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Obituary: Charles Hissong, 69, Custer.

May 17, 2016
Obituary: Charles Hissong, 69, Custer.

Charles Merwin Hissong, 69, of Custer peacefully passed away on Monday, May 16, at home. Charles was born on March 20, 1947 in Ludington, MI to the late Forrest and Clara (Bacon) Hissong. Charles attended Resseguie Tech and Mason County Eastern High School.  He served as a Sailor in the Navy during the Vietnam War on the USS Duluth.  He…

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Scottville commission authorizes bonds for water project.

May 17, 2016
Scottville commission authorizes bonds for water project.

SCOTTVILLE — The city is a step closer to this summer’s water system improvement project. During its regular meeting Monday, City Commission approved two resolutions allowing it to seek bonds for replacing the water main on North Main Street and also to repaint the city’s water tower.  The resolution authorizes water revenue bonds not to exceed $2,094,000 to be payable…

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Ludington man arrested on Muskegon warrant charges.

May 17, 2016
Ludington man arrested on Muskegon warrant charges.

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s deputies following a traffic stop Monday, May 16, at 6:53 p.m. at Jebavy Drive and US 10 on warrant charges issued in Muskegon County for one count of fraud and one count of operating while intoxicated. Other MCSO activity Monday, May 16, 2016 includes: – 7:22…

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$3.2 million village street project moves forward.

May 17, 2016
$3.2 million village street project moves forward.

Contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — Attendees at a public forum Monday, May 16, at the village hall heard about a large project geared at repairing the village streets. Most streets in the village will be sealed, rehabbed or reconstructed in a coordinated effort over five years as part of the Pentwater Street Improvement Plan. Municipal bond rates are at…

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Recent death: Betty McLain, 93, Scottville.

May 16, 2016

Elizabeth “Betty” McLain, 93, of Scottville passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2016.  Memorial services will be held for Betty later this summer.  Her full obituary will appear at that time.  Please visit Betty’s personal memory page at www.wymanfuneralservice.com to leave a tribute for her family or to light a candle in her memory. See full list of 2016 deaths…

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Scottville refuse day is Saturday.

May 16, 2016

SCOTTVILLE — Refuse pickup will be held Saturday, May 21. Items may be placed on the curbs Friday evening and pick-up will take place early Saturday morning. For a list of items not accepted, call city hall at 231-757-4729.

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Ludington students participate in national leadership conference In Boston

May 16, 2016
Ludington students participate in national leadership conference In Boston

LUDINGTON — Students and advisors of Ludington High School and OJ DeJonge Middle School recently participated in the National Leadership Conference of Business Professionals of America in Boston. A total of three high school and five middle school members from these chapters were among the approximate 6,000 students, advisors and guests from across the United States participating in the 50th…

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Friday the 13th unlucky for motorists.

May 16, 2016
Friday the 13th unlucky for motorists.

MASON COUNTY — Friday the 13th was an unlucky day on Mason County roads with four separate crashes handled by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Local law enforcement activity over the weekend includes: Friday, May 13, 2016: – 5:20 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injuries, Hoague and Quarterline roads, Grant Township. – 9:20 a.m., (Michigan State Police, Hart post), breaking…

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College preparing for 50th anniversary.

May 16, 2016
College preparing for 50th anniversary.

VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College is preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2017, and college staff is asking the public for photos and artifacts related to their experiences at West Shore to be used in several upcoming projects, including a book, an exhibit about changing gender roles in the workplace, and the further development of the college archives. The…

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The Capitol Report: House tackles 52 votes last week.

May 16, 2016
The Capitol Report: House tackles 52 votes last week.

LANSING — Last week the Michigan House of Representatives held 52 votes. State Rep. Ray Franz, (R-Onekama) of the 101st District discusses the issues. Franz represents Mason, Manistee, Benzie and Leelanau counties.

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Beekeepers to meet.

May 16, 2016

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Beekeepers of Mason County will meet on Thursday, May 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Scottville Area Senior Center, 140 S. Main St. The speaker will be Ed Malkowski, who will talk about making cream honey.    

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Spring at the state park.

May 15, 2016
Spring at the state park.

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP —  Julie Hathaway- Henry captured these special moments of a fawn and its mother Saturday while at the Ludington State Park.

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Lakeview fun run raises funds for PTC.

May 15, 2016
Lakeview fun run raises funds for PTC.

LUDINGTON — Ludington Area School’s Lakeview Elementary held a fun run Friday morning. The purpose of the event was to raise money through pledges for the school’s PTC, which is the parent and teacher group that helps fund and plans events that are not in the regular budget.

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Life in Circles: Building a future.

May 14, 2016
Life in Circles: Building a future.

Life In Circles by Stephanie Wagner. Sponsored by Pro-Master Carpet Cleaning, 231-757-9061, promastercarpetcleaning.com. When I asked to interview Erica Karmeisool, I expected a lively conversation about what it means to be female in a traditionally male setting.  Erica is the founder of Ludington’s new Makers Market, 227 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, and was recently named as one of the “Future…

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Ludington still a contender for Outside Magazine “Best Town in America” poll.

May 14, 2016
Ludington still a contender for Outside Magazine “Best Town in America” poll.

LUDINGTON  – Ludington is getting national recognition in a recent online voting competition to name Outside Magazine’s “Best Town in America.” However, today is the last day to vote and Ludington is falling behind in votes. Polling closes at midnight for a shot in the final four. Currently, Ludington is in the top eight. Voting can take place at www.outsideonline.com/2056761/best-towns-2016. Ludington…

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