Ludington

Ludington council to consider chicken ordinance

February 27, 2023

Ludington council to consider chicken ordinance LUDINGTON — City Council is expected to take action on a chicken ordinance when it meets today for its regular bi-monthly meeting. If passed, the resolution will allow the keeping of chickens, with restrictions, in the city limits. The ordinance will have a sunset clause with it ending in two years and the option…

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Public hearing will discuss Foster Elementary obsolete property certificate 

February 13, 2023

Public hearing will discuss Foster Elementary obsolete property certificate  LUDINGTON — A public hearing will be held tonight to consider granting the developer of the former Foster Elementary School an obsolete property rehabilitation certificate. Following the public hearing, City Council is expected to take action on the request through a resolution.  Datum Point Real Estate Development of Grand Rapids purchased…

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History: The beginning of Mason County and Ludington

February 11, 2023

History: The beginning of Mason County and Ludington Part 1 This year marks the City of Ludington’s 150th anniversary, known as a sesquicentennial. Lots of celebrations are being planned. Throughout the year, MCP, in partnership with the Mason County Historical Society, will be featuring stories about Ludington’s past.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief  Before the area now known as Mason County…

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Barnett to become next Ludington mayor

November 9, 2022

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.…

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Ludington expected to make recreational marijuana decision end of November

October 31, 2022

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…

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