Community

Area’s last Pearl Harbor survivor dies at 91

March 26, 2013
Area’s last Pearl Harbor survivor dies at 91

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Leo Petrosky of Ludington, MasonCounty’s last Pearl Harbor attack survivor, passed away on March 16. He was 91-years-old. A few years ago I had the honor of meeting Mr. Petrosky and writing a story about him. Leo was living in an adult foster care home at the time and had been recovering from a stroke, which…

Read more »

4-H science day April 6

March 25, 2013

SCOTTVILLE — Ever wonder how many stomachs a goat has? Do you want to learn how to make wool? These topics and more will be explored during the 4-H Science Day on Saturday, April 6 at Scottville Upper Elementary from noon to 4 p.m. The program is free to children ages 5 to 19. 4-H youth will have the opportunity…

Read more »

Saturday benefit to help Branch teen and his family

March 22, 2013
Saturday benefit to help Branch teen and his family

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. BRANCH TWP. — Life for Adam Rader and his family has not been easy the past couple of years. in Oct. 2011, at the age of 16, Adam was diagnosed with Ewings Sacroma, a rare bone and tissue cancer. Faith and community support have help the family move forward however. In fact, though Adam is homeschooled,…

Read more »

Adult craft night at library

March 22, 2013
Adult craft night at library

LUDINGTON — Tuesday, April 2 at 6 p.m. crafters are invited to the Ludington Library to create fabric flowers.  This activity is open to adults only.  Supplies are provided at no charge, but donations are appreciated.

Read more »

The Mitten Bar, a state of mind

March 20, 2013
The Mitten Bar, a state of mind

By THAD RAY MCP Correspondent LUDINGTON — The Mitten Bar is the new kid on the block when it comes to the bar scene in Ludington. It’s also one of the hottest beer bars in the world according to Draft Magazine, both in 2012, and 2013. Co-Owners Megan Payment and Brian Josefowicz have turned a passion for craft beer and…

Read more »