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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LANSING — A few weeks ago, I attended a business symposium sponsored by West Shore Bank. One of the speakers was Tim Skubick, senior capitol reporter for WKAR, Michigan State University’s public TV station. Skubick spoke about politics, particularly state politics. One of the points he made during his speech was how the American public is…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Alonzo Miguel Lopez-Ohanesian, the son of Gena Lopez and Joshua Ohanesian of Ludington, was born May 11, 2016. Rymer Dean VonSprecken, the son of Sally and Justin VonSprecken of Ludington, was born May 14, 2016. Addison Ann Riffle, the…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College President Kenneth Urban has nominated Dean of Student Services Chad Inabinet and Professor of Communications Jennifer Lundberg Anders to be inaugural class members of the Michigan Community College Leadership Academy organized by the Michigan Community College Association (MCCA). The Leadership Academy will provide an avenue through which community colleges can prepare their future…
More Mason County youth are using marijuana compared to kids the same age four years prior, according to the Michigan Profile for Healthy Youth survey. As of 2014, the most current survey year, Mason County youth are also beginning to drink alcohol and smoke marijuana at age 12; 47% of 9th grade and 11th grade students said they had consumed alcohol and 55%…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Board of Trustees recently evaluated its president, Dr. Kenneth Urban. The consensus of the Board is that Urban has met the board’s overall expectations. The board did note areas where its members believe Urban can continue to make progress, including some elements of leadership and building the campus community. “The Board has conducted…
MOUNT PLEASANT — Mason County Central’s forensics team recently participated in state finals at Central Michigan University. The Spartans brought a strong team of 19 students to this year’s final tournament. Coach Tom Richert said he was confident in this year’s team, as the it earned 81 individual trophies, and seven team trophies, as-well-as regional championship. “We had some…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Julie Hathaway- Henry captured these special moments of a fawn and its mother Saturday while at the Ludington State Park.
