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Two suspects arrested on a dozen charges

February 19, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — Ludington police officers arrested a 20-year-old Ludington man on six failure to appear warrants Tuesday, Feb. 18, around 7:30 p.m. in the 400 block of South James Street, according to Cpt. Michael Haveman. The warrants, which were issued in Mason County’s…

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Drug crimes top list of residents’ concerns in survey

February 18, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — Drug activity was the top issue mentioned as an area of concern for local residents in a recent survey conducted by the Ludington Police Department. Drugs — including drug use, drug dealers, and drug-related concerns — were mentioned 35 times or more by people who completed the survey. “In early January, the Chamber…

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Footprints in the snow lead to mail theft arrest

February 17, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Footprints in the snow led to the arrest of an 18-year-old Ludington man who is accused of stealing US mail on Jebavy Drive near Rasmussen Road early Saturday morning, Feb. 15, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man…

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A light at the end of the winter tunnel — lighthouse keepers announce 2025 calendar

February 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — The chill of winter will soon give way to brighter days ahead, and the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association has announced its 2025 calendar of events that take place during the warm months. The SPLKA invites lighthouse enthusiasts, families and all visitors to explore and celebrate the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan. SPLKA operates four iconic lighthouses…

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Winter weather advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday

February 16, 2025

UPDATE: THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 7 A.M. TUESDAY A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. Expect additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches and winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Sub zero wind chills are also expected by Monday morning. The advisory includes…

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