While the holidays are a time for celebration and gathering together with family and friends, the holidays are also a time for heightened awareness of the dangers of fire. “The holiday season is a time when the risk of experiencing a house fire is increased,” said 1st Lt. Kevin Leavitt, Hart Post commander. “Some contributing factors include increased cooking in…
SCOTTVILLE — Looking for some unique gifts for Christmas? Over the next two weekends Out-of-the-Woodworks Studio and Gallery will hold a holiday open house. The open house will feature the works of Craig Convissor, Laurie Carey and Denise Jones. Convissor specializes in high quality wood items. Items featured will include wall hangings, furniture, tables, kitchen items, ornaments, carvings, sculptures and…
Letter to the Editor. By Eric Jeffries, Riverton Twp. As the father of a high-school student I want to say “KUDOS” to: the Mason County Press, parents, students and Ludington school administrators for addressing “twerking” even at the risk that a devout Miley Cyrus fan might disapprove of the scrutiny. It’s uplifting to see people capitalizing on an opportunity to…
LUDINGTON — The Zonta Club of Ludington recently made a donation of $2,500 to the COVE (Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters) capital campaign. COVE is in the process of raising money for its new $2.4 million facility, which will be located on Ludington Avenue, replacing the 110-year-old house that currently serves as the organization’s shelter and the modular office building. The…
Happy Friday the 13th! Today: Flurries and a few snow showers throughout the day with a high temperature of 24. Winds east-northeast from 5 to 10 mph. Chance of snow, 30%. Tonight, chance of snow increases to 40% with a low temperature of 18 degrees. Sunset: 5:08 p.m. Weekend: Fifty percent chance of snow showers Saturday with a high of…
The following fishing report comes from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Are you getting anxious for thick enough ice to head out fishing? Consider using the following tips when targeting four species popular with anglers in the winter. Walleye Early-ice walleyes are known to be active and aggressive. Use tip-ups at varying depths around the lake (anywhere from 15…
LUDINGTON — Mason County District Library in Ludington invites families, children and teens to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a family party Tuesday, Dec. 31, 7 to 11:30 pm. There will be crafts, games and activities for partygoers of all ages – including board games, lots of Legos, and video games. At 11:30 pm, the party will leave the Library…
The following is a paid posting by Amber Township. It is being posted as required by law. ORV Ordinance 2013-1118 Township of Amber County of Mason State of Michigan Summary of ORV Ordinance 1) Definitions 2) Operation of ORV on County Roads An individual may operate an ORV on a road within Amber Township provided that the ORV is operated…
Welcome to the world… Kinsey Lynn Randall, the daughter of Mary and Joshua Randall of Pentwater, was born on December 6, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Kinsey Abrah Sanders, the daughter of Jenna and Bryan Sanders of Ludington, was born on December 7, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Marshall John Lamb, the son of Tiffany and Adam Lamb of Ludington, was born…
Letter to the Editor: By Roxanne Kirwin and Larissa Todd, Ludington High School. We are writing in response to the article Mason County schools not exception to twerking fad by D’Ann Rohrer that was published in the Mason County Press newspaper Thursday December 12th, 2013. As representatives of the Ludington High school student council, we would like to offer a…
With 13 days remaining before Christmas, only 40% of $35,000 goal has been reached. With only 13 days remaining before Christmas, The Salvation Army Christmas Campaign is depending on the local Mason County community to respond to an expected shortfall in donations. The Salvation Army is experiencing a sharp increase in requests from hundreds of area families who need assistance at…
The eighth annual Marquette Rail Santa Express makes its way through the area Saturday, Dec. 14. Santa and Mrs. Claus be be on the train which will make stops in various towns in Kent, Newaygo, Lake, Mason and Manistee counties. Marquette Rail is partnering again this year with Jim Nickelson’s Christmas Trees of Ludington to distribute trees at each stop…
The Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 42-year-old Ludington woman Wednesday on an outstanding friend of the court warrant. The arrest occurred following a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. 10 and Jebavy Drive in Pere Marquette Township at 10:51 a.m. She is currently lodged in the Mason County Jail. Other activity of the MCSO from Dec. 11, 2013…
By D’Ann Rohrer. MCP Correspondent. Some of you may recall the swiveling of the hips by Elvis or the sensual Latin American dances but have you heard of twerking or grinding? Maybe you saw Miley Cyrus’ demonstration on MTV Video Music Awards. Well it is happening in our community and it is time parents are aware. I talked to my…
Several organizations and businesses are once again trying to assure that New Year’s revelers have a safe time. Drive Safe, Drive Sober is a partnership between Mason County law enforcement agencies, Ludington Beverage Co., various local establishments, the Ludington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Mason County and S.A.D.D. Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett said the goal…
Snow continues today with temperatures well below freezing. Today: Ninety percent chance of snow with a high temperature of 20 degrees F; wind: west-southwest at 16 mph. Fifty percent chance of snow showers tonight with a low of 19; wind: west-northwest at 12 mph. Sunset: 5:08 p.m. Tomorrow: Sixty percent chance of snow with a high of 24; wind: northeast…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. A few days ago Mason County Press reached a milestone, we had our 1 millionth page view for 2013! We are coming up to the end of our second year and it’s been quite a ride. Non of this could have happened without the support of our great readers and advertisers. We have a loyal following…
LUDINGTON – The mother of the man charged with murdering a Michigan State Police trooper has waived her preliminary examination in district court today, meaning she will be arraigned next week in circuit court. Tammi Spofford, 50, of 8124 W. Eight Mile Road, Irons, appeared in front of Judge Peter Wadel in 79th District Court. Several law enforcement officers were…
(Editor’s Note: Mason County Press Correspondent D’Ann Rohrer continues her series on educational choices in Mason County. Her previous article (see here) discussed the choice of homeschooling. Today, D’Ann explores private parochial school choices in Mason County.) By D’Ann Rohrer. MCP Corresondent. Mason County offers three private educational choices for its residences, Ludington Area Catholic, Covenant Christian, and Lighthouse Baptist…
A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 5 p.m. today. Today: There is an 80% chance of snow showers today with a high temperature of 15 degrees; wind: northwest at 16 mph; low tonight of 8 degrees with a 60% chance of snow. Sunset: 5:08 p.m. Tomorrow: Sixty percent chance of snow showers with a high temperature of 22…
Donations are being accepted for a Dress for Success workshop that will be held in January. The event is sponsored by Telamon Corporation in conjunction with Michigan Works, Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce, Ludington Area Arts Council, Michigan Workforce Development Agency and West Shore Community College. The workshop will feature a business professional attired fashion show from local…
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