Memorial service marks 10th anniversary of Trooper Butterfield murder Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A memorial service Saturday marked the 10th anniversary of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield’s death. On Sept. 9, 2013, Butterfield was patrolling North Custer Road when he pulled over a pickup truck. The driver of that truck, a 19-year-old Irons man,…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Sept. 8, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced in Mason County’s Circuit Court Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023: – Melinda Rae Kalis, 52, pleaded guilty July 18, 2023 to methamphetamine possession and was sentenced to 180 days in jail with credit for 116 days served; two years probation; and $598 in…
Helicopters to inspect power lines next week MASON COUNTY — ITC will inspect high-voltage transmission structures, lines and equipment throughout the state via helicopter from approximately Sept. 11 through Oct. 11 — weather permitting, according to a press release. “The helicopters will be flying lower than usual near the transmission lines during these inspections, which is no cause for concern…
Petunia Parade Dollar Drop this afternoon LUDINGTON — The Ludington Petunia Parade will hold a Dollar Drop event today, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rotary Park. Those wishing to contribute to the non-profit organization that plants and maintains the petunias on Ludington Avenue, Loomis Street and Ferry Street, may drive north on Lewis Street from Ludington Avenue and drop…
Domestic violence arrests, damaged property complaints top police activity The following is recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office: Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023: 12:18 p.m., damaged property, Wildwood Crossing, Amber Township. A parked vehicle windshield was broken. 8:30 p.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Stiles Road south of Groth Road, Victory Township. Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023: 4:21 a.m., car/deer crash,…
Trooper Butterfield memorial service scheduled for Saturday FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Ten years ago, on Sept. 9, 2013, Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield was murdered on Custer Road north of Townline Road by a 19-year-old Irons male during a routine traffic stop. Butterfield, 42, lived in Grant Township and was assigned to the MSP Hart post. The annual memorial…
Free Soil Gun & Knife Show scheduled for Sept. 17 FREE SOIL — The annual Free Soil Gun & Knife Show will take place on Sunday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Free Soil Community Center, 8480 N. Democrat St. The event raises funds for the Free Soil Community Schools Alumni Association. Admission is $5 per person,…
Obituary: Denis Schulz, 90, of Ludington Denis William Schulz, 90, of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Denis was born on July 7, 1933, the son of the late William and Mary (Cieslewicz) Schulz. In 1950, he graduated from Ludington High School. Shortly after, he was enlisted in the United States Army. After being honorably discharged, he went…
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Gun buyback is Sept. 16 LUDINGTON — The Starfish Buyback Program is sponsoring another gun buyback event on Saturday, Sept. 16 , 2023 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ludington Police Department, 408 S. Harrison St. The buyback program was initiated in the spring of 2022. Three AR-style weapons were retrieved as a result of the buyback event in…
Woman accused of murder, arson, animal killing appears in court By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old Chippewa County woman accused of murder, arson and animal killing appeared in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Sept. 5, for a “final trial conference.” Hope Lynn Snyder is accused of killing Jeffrey Grant, 57, along with his two dogs, and burning…
Drug dealer with 31 priors sent back to prison By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old man convicted of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine and maintaining a drug house was sentenced to concurrent prison terms of 140 months (11.7 years) to 50 years and 40 months (3.3 years) to 15 years in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Sept. 5. Anthony…
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Police news, posted Sept. 6, 2023 The following is recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023: 7:02 a.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of the Ludington rest area, Summit Township. 11:18 a.m., damaged jet ski, Ludington State Park, Hamlin Township. The complainant reported that someone had intentionally pulled the drain plug on a jet…
US 10 construction to begin Monday PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Construction on US 10 between Jackson Road and just east of Pere Marquette Highway, will begin on Monday, Sept. 11. The Michigan Department of Transportation project will begin with sewer, curb and gutter, and sidewalk ramp work, requiring the right lane to be closed. Milling of asphalt and re-paving will…
Midland man, 82, dies from apparent drowning in Lake Michigan SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — An 82-year-old Midland, Michigan man died from an apparent drowning in Lake Michigan Sunday, Sept. 3, at Summit Township Park, according to the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. Eric Falk Peterson was pronounced dead at the scene after a Good Samaritan pulled him from the…
South Lakeshore Drive construction to begin Sept. 11 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Construction on South Lakeshore Drive near Buttersville Park will reduce the road to one lane beginning Monday, Sept. 11. A flag control person or traffic light will be set up to control traffic. The Mason County Road Commission project will include reconstruction of approximately 700 feet of roadway…
Obituary: David Betz, 84, of Ludington David Franklin Betz passed away peacefully on September 5, 2023 at the age of 84. He was born on October 5, 1938 in Conneaut, Ohio to Coast Guard Commander Edward and Lavinia Betz, both of whom are deceased. David is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Fran; he is also survived by…
Obituary: Ronda Randall, 56, of Orlando, Fla. and Fountain Ronda Michelle Randall, 56, of Orlando, Fla., and summer resident of Fountain, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 peacefully at her cottage on Ford Lake. Ronda was born on October 31, 1966 to Karen and Rowland Jelsma in Sparta. In 1985, she met Erich Randall through mutual friends and their…
MAEAP cost sharing available SCOTTVILLE — Cost sharing is available for the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP), a voluntary program for farmers and landowners who are implementing best management practices and want to become recognized as stewards of the land. The focus of the program is to protect Michigan’s groundwater and surface water from contaminants such as fertilizer, pesticides…
Library to present series that discusses post-pandemic world LUDINGTON — Mason County District Library, together with Abondia Center, start a new series for adults September 14, 2023 at 7 p.m., Cairns & Beacons: Finding Our Way in a Post-Pandemic World, at the Ludington branch library, 217 E. Ludington Ave. The series is free and available in-person at the library and…
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