LUDINGTON — Lake Michigan Carferry has cancelled the Sunday morning crossing of the S.S. Badger due to a required engine repair. The ship is expected to sail on schedule Sunday evening, departing Ludington at 8:45 p.m. This is the second cancellation of the service for the summer due to mechanical issues, which is fairly typical. The ship’s sailing was also…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — As a photographer and carferry history buff, I am always in pursuit of a unique image of the S.S. Badger. Seeing it depart Ludington at sunset only happens this time of year (it actually now leaves about 12 minutes after sunset), at 8:45 p.m.. Sunset tonight is at 8:33 p.m. This summer the…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington harbormaster, through the Ludington Police Department, has lifted a fishing ban that was put in place Thursday, Aug. 22, which would have restricted fishing in the harbor and Pere Marquette Lake during the departure and arrival of the S.S. Badger carferry. Harbormaster Order 24-01 was implemented due to the amount of fishing vessels that have recently…
LUDINGTON — Cartier Mansion Bed & Breakfast, 409 E. Ludington Ave., has recently been voted Newsweek Magazine’s Readers’ Choice for Best Historical Bed & Breakfast in America. “We are honored to be named the Best Historical B&B,” said Jenna Simpler, owner of the Cartier Mansion. “It is our commitment to provide our guests with extraordinary and memorable experiences, and this…
LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County is preparing to recognize businesses and individuals that have made a significant impact in the local area. Finalists in several categories have been officially announced in anticipation of the upcoming annual awards dinner. The award categories encompass Mason County Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Community Service, and Future…
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