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Man arrested for swinging samurai sword during argument. LUDINGTON — A 39-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police for felonious assault after he allegedly swung a samurai sword at a 45-year-old Manistee man during an argument Thursday, Sept. 2, shortly before 4 p.m. in the 700 block of North Washington Avenue, according to Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. The suspect was…
Recent births, posted Sept. 3, 2021. The following births have been reported: Isabella Sophia Hills, the daughter of Valeria Herevia-Garza and Joseph Hills of Baldwin, was born on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Jae Robert Besemer, the son of Ryleigh Houston and Jake Besemer, Jr., of Shelby, was born on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health…
Obituary: Lucille Copenhaver, 95, of Ludington (Sept. 28, 1925-Oct. 19, 2020) Lucille J. Copenhaver, 95, of Ludington passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, October 19, 2020. She was born September 28, 1925 in Ludington to LeRoy and Nellie (Thompson) Miller. Lucy married the love of her life, Eugene Copenhaver, on August 28, 1943 in Kentucky.…
Woman arrested for ‘going in and out of vehicles’ and stealing from dollar store. 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 40-year-old Ludington woman was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies at the Dollar Tree store on West US 10 Wednesday, Sept. 1,…
Local professionals attend state child advocacy conference. GRAND RAPIDS — Six local professionals representing the Manistee County Child Advocacy Center (MCCAC) attended the annual conference of the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Michigan this week. Conference attendees networked with other professionals in their field and increased their knowledge in the latest research and strategies related to child abuse investigation and response.…
WSCC main campus remains closed due to power outages. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Classes at West Shore Community College started at the beginning of this week, only to be cancelled due to power interruptions, likely caused by recent storms. The main campus will remain closed until Tuesday, Sept. 7, due to power interruptions. Classes there are expected to resume on Wednesday,…
PM Highway bridge over US 31 to close for construction. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — The Pere Marquette Highway bridge over US 31 freeway, between Lattin and Anthony roads, will be closed for repairs beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7 through Oct. 22, 2021. The detour route is Oceana Drive (US 31 business route) to US-31 freeway to Pere Marquette Hwy. The left lane…
Recent births, posted Sept. 2, 2021. The following births have been reported: Amelia Josephine-Michelle Shilander, the daughter Jordan and Alisha Shilander of Custer, was born in Grand Rapids on Thursday, August 26, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). List of 2021 births List of 2020 births Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason…
Former Ludington man charged with murder of infant. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A former Ludington resident has been charged with murdering an infant in the City of Ludington. Craig David Overla, 36, was recently arraigned in 79th District Court with three felony counts including open murder, felony murder, and first degree child abuse. He is also charged with…
Ludington, Hart rest areas to close for ADA upgrades. The Michigan Department of Transportation will temporarily close the Ludington and Hart rest areas on US 31 this month in order to do some Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades. The Ludington rest area on northbound US 31 in Mason County will be closed Sept. 9–28. The Hart rest area on…
Ring found at Stearns Park Beach. LUDINGTON — A ring was found near the shoreline at Stearns Park Beach Tuesday, Aug. 31, shortly before 1 p.m., and the Ludington Police Department is looking for its owner. “Stop by LPD if you lost a ring at Stearns Beach and can identify it,” said Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. The department is located at 408…
Meth possession arrest tops police activity. 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, Aug. 31, 2021: 11:11 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 43-year-old Ludington man was arrested for driving while license suspended (DWLS) and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police, Limouze and…
911 offers residents free address fridge magnets. When 911 is dialed, knowing the address where help is needed is critical to a timely response by emergency responders. When callers dial 911 and aren’t sure about the address they are calling from, traditional wired “landline” phones greatly assist 911 by providing the name and address associated with the telephone line. The…
Obituary: Clark Fritton, 78, of Ludington. Clark Raymond Fritton, 78, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021. Clark was born April 1, 1943 in Penn Yan, NY to Mark and Nellie (Clark) Fritton. He graduated from Penn Yan High School and went on to become a successful nurse anesthetist. He worked for Memorial Medical Center, later called Spectrum Health…
Sunny Thursday, cloudy Friday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear skies tonight. Low temperature of 45 degrees. Winds light and variable. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021 Mainly sunny during the day. Cloudy at night. High 76; low 51. Precipitation: 6% day; 3% evening. Wind: NNE 8 mph day; ENE…
Lost kayaker found on PM River. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Several local emergency agencies were involved in a search for a missing kayaker Monday evening, Aug. 30, on the Pere Marquette River. According to a press release from Michigan State Police, troopers discovered that a 36-year-old Scottville man, along with a 30-year-old Scottville woman, had been dropped off at the…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is closed today due to a power outage. According to the college’s Facebook page, all campuses are closed and all classes cancelled today, Aug. 31, 2021.
Police news, Aug. 31, 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 activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Aug. 30, 2021: 1 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Sugar Grove Road west of Morse Road, Sheridan Township. 6:15 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US…
Obituary: Liesa Davila, 52, of Scottville. Liesa Kay Davila, 52, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021. She was born October 30, 1968, in Detroit, the daughter of Joe and Linda (Jeffries) Davila. Liesa was a free spirit who loved nature, crystals and rocks, and caring for her plants. She also enjoyed crafting with metals, soaps, glass, and anything…
Great Lakes Energy People Fund grant app letters of interest deadline set. The Great Lakes Energy People Fund is now accepting letters of interest and grant applications from non-profit organizations throughout its local service area for the fall grant cycle. Letters of interest are due by Oct. 1, 2021. If the letter of interest is approved, the applicant can then…
Parkers named United Way campaign chairs. LUDINGTON – Kelly and Michael Parker have been selected as the 2021-2022 United Way of Mason County fundraising campaign chairs. They have set a goal of raising $300,000. Kelly is originally from Ludington and has a background in business as the owner and manager of Nader’s Motel & Suites. She also serves as a…
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