Barnett to become next Ludington mayor LUDINGTON — Former Ludington police chief Mark Barnett will become the next Ludington mayor. According to unofficial results, Barnett defeated incumbent Steve Miller 2,029 to 1,398 (58%). Barnett served as police chief of the city for 19 years, retiring in 2020. Miller was elected mayor in 2018 and will end his term on Dec.…
Ludington expected to make recreational marijuana decision end of November LUDINGTON — City Council and Planning Commission are expected to review the final draft documents of the city’s recreation marijuana rules over the next month with an expected vote by City Council on Monday, Nov. 28. One of the primary components of the rules include a change in zoning to…
Miller, Barnett running for Ludington mayor seat By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — When voters in the City of Ludington go to the polls on Nov. 8, they will decide on their next mayor. Incumbent Steve Miller is being challenged by former police chief Mark Barnett for the non-partisan race. The mayor of Ludington is elected for a four year…
Ludington council considering deer culling. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — During the regular meeting of the Ludington City Council Monday, Sept. 26, councilors hear the first reading of an ordinance that would approve allow the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to cull a select amount of deer within the city limits. A first…
Ludington seeks new police chief, treasurer. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington is currently in the process of replacing its police chief and treasurer. Police Chief Timothy Kozal’s official last day is Sept. 2. However, Kozal is currently using up paid time off and was sworn in Monday, Aug. 29, as the City of Muskegon’s director…
