COVID-19 2020

Ludington Memorial Day ceremony cancelled. 

April 25, 2020

Ludington Memorial Day ceremony cancelled.  LUDINGTON — The 2020 Ludington Memorial Day Service and Parade has been cancelled. According to the Mason County Allied Veterans Council, which organizes the annual event, the City of Ludington is not allowing any large group special events to take place on city property in the month of May.  As the holiday draws nearer, the…

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Oriole News: Honoring the Class of 2020.

April 24, 2020

Oriole News: Honoring the Class of 2020. Oriole News is a presentation of Ludington Area School District in collaboration with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON — Ludington High School honored its senior class tonight with a video scoreboard tribute at Oriole Field. The name and photo of each LHS senior scrolled on the video scoreboard. The ceremony will occur each Friday…

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Governor extends lockdown, requiring masks in enclosed public places. 

April 24, 2020

Governor extends lockdown, requiring masks in enclosed public places.  LANSING — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15. The new order will require people to wear homemade face coverings when they enter enclosed public spaces. It will also lift some restrictions on outdoor activities and allow some workers who…

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CMH launches COVID-19 emotional support line

April 24, 2020

CMH launches COVID-19 emotional support line LUDINGTON — West Michigan Community Mental Health has launched a COVID-19 emotional support line to assist those struggling with stress, anxiety and depression related to the ongoing pandemic. The toll free line, which goes live on Monday, April 27, is available to anyone in the community who needs emotional support.  “During uncertain times, it’s…

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2020 Gus Macker tourney cancelled. 

April 24, 2020

2020 Gus Macker tourney cancelled.  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced it has cancelled this year’s Ludington Gus Macker Charity 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, which was scheduled for June 20-21.  “This is the largest Gus Macker in the country, so we know it will disappoint a lot of people, but there are a…

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