News

Lake County extension offering chronic pain workshop. 

February 22, 2018

Lake County extension offering chronic pain workshop.  BALDWIN — People living with chronic, painful conditions such as arthritis, neuropathy, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and Lyme disease or any type chronic pain, may find some relief at a workshop that will take place in March at the Lake County Michigan State University Extension office, 830 Michigan Ave #601.  The Chronic Pain workshop called,…

Read more »

Scottville ordinance committee hears more sides on marijuana topic.

February 21, 2018

Scottville ordinance committee hears more sides on marijuana topic. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville ordinance committee heard another side of the medical marijuana topic Wednesday during its regular meeting, held at the Scottville Area Senior Center. In January, a consultant representing Michigan Marijuana Law Experts (MMLE) spoke about the potential benefits of the city opting to pass…

Read more »

Shay likely to stay as Ludington city manager.

February 21, 2018

Shay likely to stay as Ludington city manager. HOLLAND TOWNSHIP (Ottawa County) — Ludington City Manager John Shay is likely staying in Ludington. Shay recently was selected as one of two finalists for the position as township manager of Holland Township, located to the north and east of the City of Holland. On Tuesday, Feb. 20, a selection committee voted…

Read more »

79th District Court arraignments.

February 21, 2018

Recent arraignments include drug charges. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in 79th District Court: Felonies – Bethany Nicole Ross, 25, of 3829 N. Jebavy Dr., Hamlin Township, was arrested Feb. 16 by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of controlled substance possession. Preliminary exam: March 7 at 11:15 a.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety.…

Read more »

2017 was successful tourist year for Mason County.

February 21, 2018

2017 was successful tourist year for Mason County. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Last year was a banner tourism season for Mason County, with the highest-ever hotel room rental income, increased event attendance, and more visitors to attractions like Ludington State Park and Sandcastles Children’s Museum. The new Port of Ludington Maritime Museum attracted 10,000 visitors since opening in June 2017.…

Read more »

Area Churches