Hospital changes COVID-19 visitor policy. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, along with all Spectrum Health facilities, has changed its COVID-19 visitor policy. Under the new policy, patients will be allowed up to two visitors who may be present between the hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors will be screened for signs of COVID-19 and will be required to…
LAC adds four new board members. LUDINGTON — Ludington Area Catholic School board of education recently added four new members. The new members will join the current members in assisting principal Jan Bigalke, and pastor, Rev. Wayne Wheeler in making decisions, reviewing the strategic plan, creating policy, and assisting in the school’s vision for future planning and progress. “I am very…
Branch man suffers serious injuries after motorcycle hits deer. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 33-year-old Branch man received serious, but non-life-threatening injuries after the motorcycle he was operating struck a deer Tuesday, June 15, shortly before 4 p.m. on Walhalla Road south of South Avenue, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man was transported to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital by…
Brass knuckles, meth found during traffic stop. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 34-year-old Ludington man was arrested on charges of methamphetamine possession and carrying a concealed weapon Tuesday, June 15, shortly before 3 a.m. following a traffic stop at US 10…
Big Sable Bus Days announced. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Sable Point Lighthouse Keepers has announced its Bus Days schedule for the 2021 season at Big Sable Point Lighthouse. “We are certainly happy to be open for the 2021 season and starting to get back to a more normal operation,” said Executive Director Peter Manting. “Our mission is to preserve, promote…
Obituary: Thomas Edwards, 80, of Scottville. Thomas Eugene Edwards, 80, of Scottville, passed away on June 14, 2021. Thomas was born on November 10, 1940, the son of the late Edwin and Linda Edwards. He married Diane Miller on August 20, 1960 and retired from Great Lakes Castings. Thomas is survived by his wife of nearly 61 years, Diane Edwards;…
LAC honor roll LUDINGTON — The following students made the fourth quarter marking period honor roll at Ludington Area Catholic School. Fourth grade: – All A Honor Roll: Noah Inabinet Bradey Lawler Eliza Schwass – A/B Honor Roll: Andrew Bauer Aubrey Klein Fifth grade: – All A Honor Roll: Alexis Kriesel Malissa Le Sierra Surd – A/B Honor Roll: …
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 16, 2021 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to MCP: Thomas Eugene Edwards, 80, of Scottville, died on June 14, 2021. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Kathleen Marie Hogendyk,…
MCC honors Smith & Eddy Insurance. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools honored Smith & Eddy Insurance today for its support of the school over the past few years. High School Principal Jeff Tuka presented the Scottville-based business with the school’s Public Citizenship Award.…
Customer allegedly steals own car to avoid paying service bill. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office was called to the scene of Urka Auto Center in the 3736 West US 10/31 Monday, June 14, at 2:15 p.m. for a…
The Scoop: Locally produced film to debut June 25. The Scoop is a community-oriented webcast presented by West Shore Bank and Betten Baker Ford of Ludington. LUDINGTON — Today, on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with local filmmaker Dawson Segraves about his new film, “Farewell My Darling” which will debut for free at 8 p.m. at Rotary Park on…
Recent births, posted June 15, 2021. The following births have been reported: Michael Vershawn Nickelson II, the son of Nikita Miller and Michael Nickelson of Manistee, was born Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Jailyn Kay Remenak, the daughter of Heather Battice and Austin Remenak of Ludington, was born Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Ruby Rose Buckley, the daughter of Abby McKelvey and Dillon Buckley of…
Pere Marquette Township office hours change. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Office hours for Pere Marquette Charter Township offices, 1699 S. Pere Marquette Highway, have changed. New hours are: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 1:30 to 5 p.m.
SPD releases video of Friday crash. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Police Department has released video of a crash that occurred in downtown Scottville Friday, June 11. While there were no injuries in the crash, a split second difference could have meant serious injuries, as indicated by the video Police Chief Matt Murphy said. The video, taken…
Ludington man arrested following Mackinac Bridge road rage. MACKINAC COUNTY — William Pirkola, 65, of Ludington, was arrested Saturday by Michigan State Police following a road rage incident on the Mackinac Bridge. According to UpNorth.com/7&4 News, the incident began on eastbound US 2 when two vehicles were traveling to the bridge and the drivers began allegedly feuding over lane usage.…
Video: Summer meals for kids begin. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. Free summer meals for kids have begun. The program is countywide and presented by all three public schools. Today, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Mason County Central Food Service Director Mary Ann Nielsen about the program. More information is…
Cole named Michigan Sheriff of the Year. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole was named the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association Sheriff of the Year Sunday evening. The Terrence L. Jungel Sheriff of the Year Award recognizes a sheriff who has made outstanding contributions to law enforcement and the criminal justice profession, demonstrates exceptional service to their community, and has contributed to the…
Motorcyclist dies following Saturday evening crash. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — James Edward Kent, 43, of Idlewild, died following a single vehicle crash late Saturday evening, June 12, 2021. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, Kent was traveling eastbound on US 10 on a 1986 Honda motorcycle near Campbell Road when he drifted off the right side of the road and…
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