The State, Sheriff’s, Chief’s Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT) and the United States Forest Service concluded a marijuana investigation in Mason County last which resulted in the arrest of three people. In a press release, the SSCENT team reported that after a year-long investigation three Newaygo County men were allegedly harvesting marijuana plants on federal land in Eden Township. Marijuana…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. CUSTER TWP. — A single-wide mobile home was heavily damaged by fire and smoke around noon Wednesday. Shelia Lawson was the only one home at 1185 N. Tuttle Road. Her husband, Cliff, said that Shelia plugged in a dehumidifier in their bedroom, like she does every morning, and then went into the living room. “A few…
SCOTTVILLE — Students and staff at Mason County Central Schools are still in shock this morning after learning of the death of seventh grade science teacher Sherryl Martin. Martin passed away this morning at her home. “It’s shocking to us all,” Superintendent Jeff Mount said. “It’s kind of a hard pill to swallow right now.” Mount said he was informed…
SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Middle School teacher Sherryl Martin died at her home early this morning at her LaSalle Road home. Martin, 54, has been at MCC since 1996. In addition to teaching, she was a principal when Riverton Elementary was in operation. Her current assignment was teaching seventh grade science and middle school health. “It is with great…
MANISTEE — Eric Knysz and his wife, Sarah Knysz, are scheduled for preliminary examinations in Manistee County’s 85th District on Monday, Oct. 7. Eric Knysz, 19, is suspected of murdering Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield the night of Sept. 9 in Free Soil Township. He was arraigned Tuesday in Manistee for receiving and concealing a stolen firearm, carrying a…
Welcome to the world: Corben Anthony Gage Shafer, born September 23, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center. He is the son of Krystle and Jeremy Shafer of Hart. Avery Elise Anes, born September 23, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center. She is the daughter of Allison and Steven Anes of Scottville. Birth announcements are brought to you by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey,…
CHARGES FILED IN MANISTEE COUNTY ALSO. LUDINGTON – Eric and Sarah Knysz may not have acted alone the night that Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfiled was shot and killed. Recently released affidavits indicate that Eric Knysz’s mother, Tammi Spofford played a role in helping the couple get rid of the pickup they were in at the time of…
The Mason County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Stephen Mikel Fairlamb, 19, in connection to the Sunday evening stabbing of a 37-year-old Eden Township man. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. at the Miller residence at 4550 S. Darr Road. Fairlamb was living at the home but was not related to the victim. The incident began when the victim learned of…
VICTORY TWP. — Representatives from over 40 colleges, universities and military organizations are coming to help college-bound students plan their futures during the annual “College Night” in the West Shore Community College Recreation Center. The event, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Mon., Oct. 7, is designed for high school students, their parents, and anyone interested in comparing a variety of…
Superior Electric Outdoor Report. Ludington and Pentwater: Sunny today with temperatures reaching 66 degrees F by 3 p.m. Humidity: 65%; wind: south-southeast at 3 mph. Evening temperatures will decrease to 54 degrees then as low as 44 overnight. Scottville: Sunny with temperatures reaching 71 degrees F by 3 p.m. Humidity: 58%; wind: south-southeast at 5 mph.
Welcome to the world: Landon Ellsworth Eaton, born September 22, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center. He is the son of Barbie and Derek Eaton of Ludington. Birth announcements are brought to you by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington. Check out their Facebook page here. We are happy to share your newborn pictures as well. Please email them,…
SCOTTVILLE — The Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber will hold its monthly Business After Hours Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Scottville Optimist Center from 5 to 7 p.m. The fall themed evening is being catered by North Country Café & Catering and there will be beer, wine and punch available. Entrance fee for members is $5 and for non-members $10. The…
LUDINGTON – The husband and wife suspects involved in the murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield have waived their right to a preliminary examination in front of the district court judge within 14 days of arraignment. Eric John Knysz and Sarah Knzsz were scheduled to appear in front of 79th District Court Judge Pete Wadel Wednesday, Sept.…
EDEN TWP. — MCP first reported on the South Darr Road stabbing early this morning. A 37-year-old man was stabbed Sunday night around 10:30 p.m. at his home at 4550 S. Darr Road. He was transported by ambulance to Mason County Airport where he was airlifted by Aeromed to a Grand Rapids hospital. Mason County Sheriff’s Office has reported the…
LUDINGTON — A high volume in commercial traffic has caused Lake Michigan Carferry service to resume evening sailings of the S.S. Badger. The double sailings ended after Labor Day weekend. But, an increase in wind tower cargo has meant the need to resume the practice until the end of the sailing season on Oct. 12. To encourage passenger travel during…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will consider hiring a private attorney to handle the high volume of Freedom of Information Act requests it receives. The vast majority of the requests, over 200 in recent years, have come from city resident Tom Rotta. The city is expected to appoint Susan Sniegowski as the city’s FOIA coordinator, effective Oct. 1. Sniegowski…
LUDINGTON — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is recommending the Michigan Waterways Commission reduce the number of charter boats allowed in Ludington Municipal Marina from 12 to eight. The request is being made followed by the protest of a group of private marina owners who believe allowing the charter boats in the city-funded marina offers unfair competition. The city…
LUDINGTON — The Downtown Ludington Board is expected to expand the popular New Year’s Eve ball drop to include more activities. This year will be the fifth annual ball drop. The event will not only provide its traditional adult activities, like a bar area in the North James Street plaza, but will also include family and children events at the…
SCOTTVILLE — One of this year’s top goals of the Scottville City Commission has been to work on blighted homes. Almost 30 homes were identified earlier this year by city commissioners and the city administration as being in violation of the city’s building code ordinance. Some of those violations may have been as simple as having junk in the yard…
Superior Electric Outdoor Report. Happy Autumn! It’s great weather to get outside and explore the woods. Ludington and Pentwater: Sunny today with temperatures reaching 64 degrees F by 4 p.m. Humidity: 54%; wind: south at 7 mph. Temperatures decreasing to 46 degrees overnight with clear skies. Scottville: Sunny with temperatures reaching 65 degrees F. Humidity: 43%; wind: south-southwest at 6…
EDEN TWP. — A 38-year-old man was stabbed Sunday night around 10:30 p.m. at his home at 4550 S. Darr Road. He was transported by ambulance to Mason County Airport where he was airlifted by Aeromed to a Grand Rapids hospital. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office currently is holding a person of interest involved in the incident; a 19-year-old male.…
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