LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old Scottville man was sentenced to 4 to 15 years in prison today for raping a minor under the age of 13. Frederick Lewis appeared in 51st Circuit Court this afternoon. In October he pleaded guilty to criminal sexual conduct second degree for multiple incidences that took place between 2001 and 2004. Lewis was originally charged with…
LUDINGTON — The 19-year-old Scottville man accused of statutory rape and stabbing the victim’s father rejected a plea offer from the prosecutor this afternoon. Stephen Mikel Fairlamb appeared in 51st Circuit Court. He is being charged with assault with intent to commit murder, felonious assault and criminal sexual conduct third degree. Count 1 has a maximum penalty of life in…
The following weekly fishing report comes from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Weekly Fishing Tip: Are you ready (and prepared) to go ice fishing? Several parts of Michigan should hopefully have ice in the coming weeks, thus providing anglers with an opportunity to go fishing. Will you be joining them? Then it’s time to get prepared to head out…
Sheriff’s Report, December 2, 2013. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Mason County sheriff’s deputies arrested two men Monday night for parole violations. The arrest occurred at Jebavy Drive Apartments on North Jebavy Drive at 9:24 p.m. Deputies were on foot at the complex when they made contact with a vehicle they witnessed pull into the parking lot. They noticed the odor…
See map. LUDINGTON — The city of Ludington will set aside the southwestern portion of Stearns Park to be used for exhibit space for the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. The space will likely be the new home of the historic fish market and the Coast Guard 44-foot rescue boat, along with a charter fishing boat sculpture. Ludington City Council…
Today: Seventy percent chance of rain and snow showers with a high temperature of 39 degrees F; low tonight of 38 degrees with a 60% chance of rain showers; humidity: 82%; wind: east-southeast at 20 mph. Sunrise: 8:08 a.m. Sunset: 5:09 p.m. Tomorrow: Fifty percent chance of showers with a high temperature of 44 degrees F, wind: south-southwest at 13…
Welcome to the world… Jasper Lee Whitman, the son of Tiffany Egeler and James Whitman of Ludington, was born November 26, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Draic Joseph Vest, the son of Heather and Michael Vest of Ludington, was born November 29, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Birth announcements are brought to you by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave.,…
Renew. Rebuild. Recover. A blog from West Michigan Community Mental Health. When the dark hours lengthen, the temperatures drop, and the snow flies, maintaining a healthy exercise regimen can be tough. Exercising indoors at home or in a gym are great options. However, many athletes report that a strictly indoor winter routine leaves them feeling like something is lacking. There…
LUDINGTON — Ludington City Council meets tonight for its regular meeting. Typically the council meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month, but due to the holidays, the schedule has been changed for December. The council meets at 6:30 p.m. A public hearing will be held to go over the 2014 budget and three year capital improvement program.…
SCOTTVILLE — The Christmas season in Scottville kicks off this Saturday. Events will include breakfast with Santa, a parade and kids activities at the Scottville Optimist Hall. – 8 to 11:30 a.m.: Breakfast with Santa at North Country Cafe. – 1 p.m.: Parade; lineup at 12:30 p.m. at Scottville Elementary parking lot. Parade travels south on Main Street to the…
The following is a report on the activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office from Nov. 29 – Dec. 1, 2013: Nov. 29: – 6:39 a.m.: Assist to Manistee County Sheriff’s Office, possible stolen property, Pere Marquette Township. – 6:47 a.m.: Car/deer crash, no injuries, U.S. 31 expressway south of Conrad Road, PM Twp. – 10:39 a.m.: Suspicious situation, 6700…
SCOTTVILLE — One of the benefits of living in a municipality is refuse pickup. Though residents actually pay for the service through their taxes, the cost is often less than if they were to contract the service on their own. In an effort to keep costs down to taxpayers, the City of Scottville continually runs a deficit with its refuse…
The following is the activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office from Nov. 27 and 28, 2013: Nov. 27 – 5:57 a.m.: Slide off crash, no injuries, U.S. 10 and Schoenherr Road, Custer Township. – 10:27 a.m.: Two vehicle rear-end crash, no injuries, Jebavy Drive north of Hazelwood Road, Pere Marquette Township. – 11:25 a.m.: Two vehicle broadside crash, no…
LUDINGTON — The following individuals were arraigned this past week in front of the magistrate in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Eric MIchael Klopp, 33, 1235 Sumac St., Fruitport, was arrested Nov. 20 by Michigan State Police – Hart Post (MSP) for operating a vehicle under the influence of liquor, third offense. A preliminary examination is scheduled…
LUDINGTON — The following defendants were sentenced this past week in front of Judge Peter Wadel in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Kira Marie Petersen, 20, 1008 N. Brookridge Rd., Ludington was found guilty on Nov. 25 of failure to display a valid license. She received a $275 fine. – Chad Jason Miller, 43, 404 N. Rath Ave.,…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sports Hall of Fame announced its 10th induction class for June 2014, and the class has a distinct flavor for track and field. Of the six new inductees, four made their names on the track for a time in the past 100 years. The others are remarkable coaches in gymnastics and baseball. “Each year, it…
Today: Partly sunny with high temperature of 32 degrees F; cloudy tonight with a low temperature of 27 degrees; humidity: 63%; wind: southwest at 6 mph. Sunset: 5:10 p.m. Tomorrow: Sunrise: 8 a.m.; 30% chance of rain and snow showers with high temperature of 38 degrees; rain and snow continuing at night with temperature of 32. Wind: south-southwest at 17…
The following fishing report is provided by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources: Not much to report this week as winter has hit full force. The inland lakes are starting to ice up however there is no safe ice yet. Pere Marquette River: Still has a good number of steelhead and some brown trout. Boardman River: Steelhead are still around for those…
Our View. A blog by Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. During the month of November, I have enjoyed reading the many daily Facebook posts of what people are thankful for. I’m not really one to be this regimented and I appreciate the openness people have shown. I’ve decided to wait until today. My decision isn’t so much because today is Thanksgiving but…
By Carrie Klemm. MCP Correspondent. It’s that time of year, the time to give thanks. I have been roaming around the county over the past few days asking the age-old question, “what are you thankful for this year?” I love this question. It provokes a smile and a moment of silent appreciation. “I am thankful for my family and friends,…
Geraldine M. “Gerrie” Schumacher, aged 92 of Scottville, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2013. Gerrie was born on May 11, 1921 in Flint to William and Iva (Hill) Green, and married Alfred R. Schumacher on August 30, 1946 in Hazel Park. They celebrated 50 years together before Alfred preceded her in death in 1996. Gerrie attended Wayne State University before finishing her…
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