Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 27, 2021

May 27, 2021

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 27, 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: Jack Shriver, 83, of Scottville, died on March 13, 2021. A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2021 from noon to…

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MCP to livestream MCE, MCC, LHS graduations.

May 26, 2021

MCP to livestream MCE, MCC, LHS graduations. Mason County Press will livestream commencement ceremonies for Mason County Eastern, Mason County Central, and Ludington high schools on its Facebook page: Mason County Eastern, Thursday, May 27, 7 p.m. Mason County Central, Friday, May 28, 7 p.m. Ludington High School, Saturday, May 29, 2 p.m.  

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Teacher Spotlight: LASD’s Melanie Tomaski.

May 26, 2021

Teacher Spotlight: LASD’s Melanie Tomaski. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, staff writer. Teacher Spotlight is a presentation of Shelby State Bank, with offices in Ludington, Pentwater, Shelby, Hart, Hesperia, Manistee, Montague, Whitehall, North Muskegon, and Fruitport.  LUDINGTON – As one of her biggest accomplishments working with the community members and local employers to help high school students find their way after they…

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Obituary: Emma Rae Poll, 2, of Ludington.

May 26, 2021

Obituary: Emma Rae Poll, 2, of Ludington. Emma Rae Poll, our precious 2-year-old, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.  She was born April 21, 2019, in Fremont, Michigan. Emma was a precious gift and a blessing to her parents who took her home straight from the hospital and fought hard and finalized her adoption on…

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Police news, May 26, 2021.

May 26, 2021

Police news, May 26, 2021. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, May 25, 2021: – 1:56 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), ​a 32-year-old Fraser, Michigan woman was arrested on an outstanding warrant issued by Macomb County for retail fraud…

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Hart man pleads guilty to aggravated stalking, resisting police.

May 26, 2021

Hart man pleads guilty to aggravated stalking, resisting police. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — A 27-year-old Hart man pleaded guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, May 25, to felonies of aggravated stalking, two counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and third-offense habitual offender. Kevin James Kaiser, whose last known address is 215 S. State St., has been lodged in the Mason…

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Beyond the Game: the Value of Sports! 

May 26, 2021

Beyond the Game: the Value of Sports!  By Mike Hart, principal, O.J. DeJonge Middle School Member, Mason County Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors  I can say with great certainty that I would not be lucky enough to be serving my hometown as the principal of O.J. DeJonge Middle School if it weren’t for sports.  Had it not been…

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Temps lower Thursday, Friday.

May 26, 2021

Temps lower Thursday, Friday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear to partly cloudy skies tonight with a low temperature of 37 degrees. Winds north-northeast at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday, May 27, 2021 Cloudy skies with periods of rain later in the day. Rain early in the evening.…

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Ludington July 4 parade, fireworks returning. 

May 25, 2021

Ludington July 4 parade, fireworks returning.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ludington’s Fourth of July celebration is returning this year. During its regular meeting Monday, the Ludington City Council approved a request by the Ludington Area Jaycees to again hold the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival parade and fireworks on July 4. The parade and fireworks were cancelled in…

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While fighting cancer himself, Will Flewelling finds ways to help others. 

May 25, 2021

While fighting cancer himself, Will Flewelling finds ways to help others.  #WillStrong By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. LUDINGTON – The word inspirational is just one of many adjectives people have used to describe Will Flewelling. Will, 20, is the son of Jen and Jamie Flewelling and a 2019 Ludington High School graduate. He was diagnosed with melanoma over two…

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MCE student art showcase. 

May 25, 2021

MCE student art showcase.  Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Schools recently hosted its annual student art showcase. MCP videographer Kate Provenzano visited the school last Thursday to cover the event.    Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press…

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‘Suspicious person’ call leads to arrest.

May 25, 2021

‘Suspicious person’ call leads to arrest. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Monday, May 25, 2021: 8:16 a.m., warrant arrest, 1200 block of West Conrad Industrial Drive, Pere Marquette Township. A 42-year-old Ionia, Michigan man was arrested on two…

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Recent births, posted May 25, 2021.

May 25, 2021

Recent births, posted May 25, 2021. The following births have been reported: Blair Monroe Miller, the daughter of Brandy and Jordan Miller of Ludington, was born on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Walker Lee Briggs-Brunette, the son of Taylor Brunette and Nathan Briggs of Ludington, was born on Sunday, May 23, 2021. Jaylee Sue Kaminski, the daughter of Jaclyn and Jason Kaminski of Manistee,…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 25, 2021

May 25, 2021

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 25, 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: Lavonne M. Kinney, 85, of Ludington, died on Monday, May 24, 2021.  Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville…

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Sunny skies expected Wednesday.

May 25, 2021

Sunny skies expected Wednesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Variable clouds tonight with scattered thunderstorms. Low temperature of 61 degrees. Winds southwest at 16 mph. Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Sunny during the day. Clear to partly cloudy in the evening. High 71; low 38. Precipitation: 22% day; 2%…

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Final Friday Experience events will replace Friday Night Live.

May 24, 2021

Final Friday Experience events will replace Friday Night Live. LUDINGTON — The Downtown Ludington Board will be kicking off its new summer event series, Final Friday Experience, this Friday, May 28 from 3 to 9 p.m. The events are replacing the traditional Friday Night Live events for 2021 and will continue on the last Friday of each month through September.…

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Police busy with crashes over the weekend.

May 24, 2021

Police busy with crashes over the weekend. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. Friday, May 21, 2021: 2:10 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Free Soil Road, Free Soil Township. 9:17 a.m., (MCSO), alarm activation, Hamlin Township. 9:21 a.m., (MCSO), warrant arrest,…

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West Shore Wolves Youth Hockey hosting informational nights.

May 24, 2021

West Shore Wolves Youth Hockey hosting informational nights. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Wolves Youth Hockey is hosting informational nights for children and their families interested in hockey. Age categories are between ages 6 and 14. Information nights will be held at 7 p.m. at the following locations: June 1, Hart High School football field (auxiliary gym if raining). June…

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