Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Sophia Izabell Lewandowski, the daughter of Morgan and Stephen Lewandowski of Ludington, was born December 9, 2015. Xavier Anthony Hutchinson, the son of Summer Mitteer and Logan Hutchinson of Hart, was born December 9,…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The CrossRoads Band, led by Tom Noteware, will present “Behold the Lamb of God” in concert on Saturday, December 19 at 7 p.m. at the West Shore Community College Center Stage Theater. The music and story-telling of the concert are unique – not the typical songs of Christmas. Among the instruments featured will be guitars, keyboard, drums, banjo, mandolin, bass…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP – Thirty-six West Shore Community College students have earned a total of 64 industry recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications to help them become career ready. The students participated in the education technology program to help them develop their Microsoft Office skills. In addition to the students, the group included two WSCC staff members and a faculty member who…
Mae A. Strand, 97, of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2015. Arrangements are pending through King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. Versil L. Larsen, 91, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2015. Arrangements are pending through King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred Saturday, Dec. 12, at 8 p.m. on US 10 east of PM…
STURGEON BAY, Wisconsin — A freighter is currently on fire near the dry-docked SS Badger at Bayshipbuilding Co. The Green Bay Gazette is reporting that multiple fire departments have responded to the fire which was reported just after 6 p.m. (CST). The newspaper reported that smoke was pouring from the back of the Great Lakes cargo ship Alpena, a 519-foot self-unloader…
Thomas R. Simmons, 92, of Ludington, passed away on December 10, 2015. Arrangements are pending through King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Erika Janay Winkel, 42, of 867 S. Lakeshore Dr., Pere Marquette Township, was found guilty Oct. 13 of third-offense operating under the influence of liquor (OUIL) and unlawful use of a motor vehicle. She was sentenced Dec. 1 to 330 days in jail…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Samuel Davis Vanderark, 20, of 3074 4 Mile Rd., Walker, was found guilty Dec. 7 of operating while impaired by liquor. He was sentenced to one day in jail with credit for one day served; outpatient treatment; $870 in fines and costs; 93…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A 42-year-old Mason County man and his wife, a 42-year-old Mason County woman, were arrested on outstanding State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team…
LUDINGTON — Tyler Joel Griffin, 24, of Ludington, was arraigned in 79th District Court Thursday, Dec. 10, on one felony count of possession of fentanyl following his arrest by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT). Fentanyl possession is punishable by up to four years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine. The Ludington Police Department assisted SSCENT detectives…
New trial date has not been set. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — An opinion and order regarding some evidence in the drunk driving case against a Michigan State Police trooper was issued today by Mason County Probate Court Judge Jeffrey Nellis. Seymour was arrested on January 17, 2015 in the City of Ludington and charged with a misdemeanor charge…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. The following is recent local law enforcement activity: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015: – 2:20 p.m., (Michigan State Police, Hart post), a 49-year-old Ludington man was arrested on a…
Dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. with services beginning at 6:30 p.m. To reserve a meal for delivery, call 231-845-9596. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — For many years Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 501 E. Danaher St., has hosted a community Christmas Day dinner, free to anyone who wished to attend. The church also hosts a Thanksgiving Dinner as…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Misdemeanors – Chalene Kay Lopez, 36, of 1751 W. US 10, Amber Township; Dec. 5; Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO); possession of marijuana. Pretrial: Jan. 4 at 11:45 a.m. Bail: $2,500/10 percent. – Kelly Jo Stoudt, 35, of 222 Second…
Contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — Men and women of the Pentwater Service Club will staff a Salvation Army Red Kettle collection point in front of the the Pentwater Post Office from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, and Saturday, Dec. 19. This continues a service club outreach project started over 25 years ago. The Club is…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 39-year-old Hamlin Township man testified in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Dec. 8, that he embezzled over $17,000 from Grand Rental Station, where he worked. Angelo Barrera Mendez, of 6509 W. Decker Rd., was arrested Oct. 8 by the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. Mendez initially faced felonies of larceny by…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 24-year-old Ravenna man serving a two to 15 year prison sentence for operating/maintaining a meth lab pleaded guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Dec. 8, to methamphetamine possession. Donald Ray Picklesimer III, faces a term of one-and-a-half to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty as charged. In exchange for his plea,…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 49-year-old Ludington man faces one-and-a-half to five years in prison after pleading “no contest” Tuesday, Dec. 8, in 51st Circuit Court for pulling out a knife during a bar fight last summer. Eric Lee Gillespie, of 222 E. Melendy St., pleaded “no contest” to felonious assault and carrying a concealed weapon. As…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Tyler Anthony Merrill-Bowen, the son of Kimberly and Kevin Merrill-Bowen, was born December 5, 2015. Joshua Lee Parr Jr., the son of Margaret-Amelia Williams and Joshua Parr Sr. of Baldwin, was born December 7,…
LUDINGTON — The Lights and Love holiday tree on the front lawn at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is beginning to fill with lights, purchased by people through the hospital foundation to honor or remember loved ones. Each donation of $20 adds a light to the tree. The proceeds benefit the hospital’s Family Birthing Center. The tradition of filling the tree…
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