The weather report is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington,www.urkaautos.com. Today, Monday, April 13, 2015: Showers likely, mainly before 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 57. Breezy, with a west wind 17 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth…
The Mitten Memo. A blog by Nick Krieger. Last month, there were several noteworthy incidents concerning firearms and Michigan schools. For instance, on March 3, a Macomb County assistant prosecuting attorney inadvertently left his loaded revolver at his son’s elementary school. He was cited and fined $500. In addition, the Macomb County Concealed Weapons Licensing Board suspended his concealed pistol…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. What would you do if a tornado struck near your home or workplace? Do you have a plan? Does your boss have a plan? What about your family? Is there a communication plan in place to make sure everyone is safe? These are questions that Mason County Emergency Management coordinator Liz Reimink is hoping get discussed…
Photos and video by Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — This year’s Ludington Lake Jump raised funds for the soon-to-be-built Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, a project of the Mason County Historical Society. Several dozen people jumped into Lake Michigan, which was 36 degrees as of 11 a.m., at Stearns Park Beach.
The Light Chaser is brought to you by MyProLab.com, a professional photographic lab offering services to the consumer market. MyProLab.com, the official photographic lab of Media Group 31 (our parent company) and Alway Photography. The Light Chaser. A blog by Rob Alway. Chapter 11: The Rules of Composition, part 2 Last time we talked about the Rule of Thirds and…
SCOTTVILLE — National Lineman Appreciation Day is Monday, April 13, and cooperatives across the nation, including Great Lakes Energy, will recognize hard working linemen for their work in challenging conditions to keep the lights on and protect the public’s safety. “Electric linemen do not often receive the recognition they deserve,” said Great Lakes Energy’s Chief Executive Officer Steve Boeckman. “They…
SCOTTVILLE — Laura Gillis, 30, of Scottville was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for operating under the influence of drugs as a result of a four-vehicle crash at Loomis and Maple streets Thursday, April 9, at 2:48 p.m. The crash occurred in the vicinity of Scottville Elementary shortly before classes were let out for the day. Mason County Sheriff…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Lt. Gov. Brian Calley spoke about the economy of Michigan Friday afternoon during the West Shore Bank Business Symposium at West Shore Community College. Calley said while Michigan wants to invest in manufacturing, the state has seen a lot of growth in other areas of the economy including the service sector, health care…
VICTORY TWP. — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a business plan competition with a $50,000 prize. Business plans will be accepted from May 1 to July 31 with five finalists who can pitch their ideas in person on Aug. 21. The competition was announced today during the West Shore Bank Business Symposium held at West…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. SCOTTVILLE — A 30-year-old Scottville woman was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for operating under the influence of drugs as a result of a four-vehicle crash at Loomis and Maple streets Thursday, April…
Owen J. Battice, 57, of Custer, passed away on April 8, 2015. King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Michigan’s economy is turning around and is continuing to improve. This was the message that Patrick Anderson of Anderson Economic Group of East Lansing told area business leaders during a symposium sponsored by West Shore Bank at West Shore Community College Friday morning. “There were some years when talking about the Michigan economy…
The weather report is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington,www.urkaautos.com. Overnight: The area is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 3 a.m. Showers and thunderstorms before 3 a.m., then a chance of showers. Low around 39. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 23 mph. Chance…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. HAMLIN TWP. — Human trafficking in the State of Michigan is not an issue isolated to urban issues. It is an issue that affects all areas of the state. It is a cause that State Sen. Judy Emmons has taken on as her mission. Emmons spoke Thursday night during the Mason County Republican Party’s annual Linocln…
State Rep. Ray Franz, R-Onekama, was recently appointed by House Speaker Kevin Cotter, R-Mt. Pleasant, to serve as a member on the state’s Emergency Medical Services Coordination Committee (EMSCC). Franz joins the EMSCC to provide the Michigan Department of Community Health with recommendations to strengthen emergency medical services throughout Michigan. Speaker Cotter issued the following statement regarding Rep. Franz’s appointment:…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Gary Joseph Stranc, 47, of 722 E. Loomis St., Ludington, was arrested March 31 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of sex offender – failure to register and student safety zone – residency violation. Probable cause…
VICTORY TWP. – West Shore Community College’s Business Opportunity Center (BOC) is being re-energized by new personnel. Crystal Young has started as the new director, and Cara Mitchell is the administrative assistant. The Business Opportunity Center is the connector between businesses and the college, offering customized trainings, Open Entry/Open Exit courses, and other resources as needed. “The role of the director…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Amanda Jean Couturier, 24, of 206 N. William St., Ludington, was found guilty April 1 of attempted assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer. She was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; one year discretionary jail for one year; jail…
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