By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Just as the Spartan tug and Spartan II barge arrived at Ludington harbor Sunday afternoon, the boats participating in the week-long Ludington Offshore Classic fishing tournament’s final day also arrived back to port. The arrival made for a very busy channel for several minutes. Additionally, in the distance offshore were several sailboats participating in…
Michigan State University Extension will offer a Mindfulness for Better Sleep online workshop in August and September. The free program combines the benefits of mindfulness and sleep education for anyone. Mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression, physical tension, and may be helpful in managing chronic conditions. Participants will also learn techniques to improve the…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Pastor Henrik Lidman is Mason County’s newest American citizen. After 28 years of legally living in the United States, Lidman was sworn in as a citizen on Thursday, July 17. The delay in earning his citizenship was a result of several factors, but his love for the U.S. has been deep. Henrik, 57, is…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Odell Eugene Martin, 45; two counts of failure to pay child support; date of offense: Jan. 1, 2023; arraigned July 11; preliminary hearing: July 30; bail: $10,000 cash. -Richard Lee Frisbie, 24; third-offense domestic violence and assault with intent to do…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Thursday, July 17, 2025: 9:35 a.m., a 50-year-old Walhalla man was cited for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop, Johnson Road and US 31, Amber Township. 9:36 a.m., alarm activation, Grant Township. 3:15…
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