LHS esports ready for start of school year By Kate Goodman, MCP Correspondant. Oriole News is a presentation of Ludington Area School District in partnership with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON — As the start of the school year quickly approaches, the Ludington High School’s esports program is prepared for its new season. “It’s gonna be a cool season,” remarked senior…
Suspect in hit-and-run crash arrested after his vehicle runs out of gas. 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 — A 38-year-old Ludington man who allegedly committed a hit-and-run Saturday afternoon, Aug. 7, was arrested for disorderly person a few hours later when his vehicle ran…
Weather causing scheduling issues with fair harness racing. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. UPDATE: The fair association has made the decision that harness racing will take place beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 10. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Colt Stakes Harness Racing, scheduled for today at the Mason County Fairgrounds, has been cancelled, due to the weather. Harness racing had…
Man wanted for domestic violence injures hand when punching out window at victim’s house. LUDINGTON — A 36-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police Friday, Aug. 6, at 5 p.m. in the 700 block of North Rowe Street on an outstanding domestic violence warrant issued by the 79th District Court, said Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. The man was also charged with…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 9, 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: John Sayles, 42, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021. A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, Aug. 12,…
Rain, thunderstorms may continue tonight – Wednesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Chance of an isolated thunderstorm early tonight, then variable clouds overnight with more showers at times. Low temperature of 67 degrees. Chance of precipitation, 100%. Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021 Intervals of clouds and sunshine. A stray…
PM Township board considering rental cancellation policy. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Pere Marquette Charter Township Board of Trustees will consider creating a refund policy for its parks when it meets on Tuesday, Aug. 10. The policy creation stemmed from a request from a park user who had requested a refund of a reservation fee. When researching cancellations, Treasurer Kari…
Sunday harness racing cancelled. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Colt Stakes Harness Racing, scheduled for today at the Mason County Fairgrounds, has been cancelled, due to the weather. The event is still scheduled for 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 9. The Western Michigan Fair will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 10.
Thunderstorms likely tonight, early this week. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies tonight with late night showers or thunderstorms. Low temperature of 71 degrees. Winds south at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain, 60%. Monday, Aug. 9, 2021. Scattered thunderstorms in the morning becoming more…
College for Kids – Back and bigger than ever By Kate Goodman, MCP Correspondant. WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — College for Kids, the week-long summer day camp hosted by West Shore Community College, came to an end today as the biggest year yet. This year, 188…
Details of fatal traffic crash in Riverton released. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — John Shannon Sayles, 42, of Ludington died Thursday evening as a result of a traffic crash at the intersection of Stiles and Kinney roads. Emergency crews were dispatched to the two vehicle crash at 7:27 p.m. The crash occurred when a 2009 Jeep Wrangler, driven by…
PM Township man pleads to 3rd-offense domestic violence. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — A 28-year-old Pere Marquette Township man pleaded “no contest” to third-offense domestic violence in 51st Circuit Court Friday, Aug. 6, after assaulting his wife last March. Gregory Alexander Jolly, of 5728 W. Johnson Rd., faces a sentence of a one-year discretionary jail term with Secure Continuous…
Jebavy, Bryant construction taking place next two weeks. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Road work will begin at the intersection of Jebavy Drive and Bryant Road starting Monday, Aug. 9. According to the Mason County Road Commission, the contractor’s work is anticipated to take one to two weeks. The majority of the work will be completed utilizing a shoulder closure, meaning…
Recent births, posted Aug. 6, 2021. The following births have been reported: Christina Jade Ann Alder, the daughter of Kaylynn Alder and Thomas Carr II of Idewild, was born on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Brody Lee-Wilson Cripe, the son of Melissa Siple and Matthew Cripe of Scottville, was born on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Eastern James Hansen, the son of Brittany and Joshua…
Obituary: Keith Koegler, 86, of Ludington. Keith Arnold Koegler, 86, of Ludington passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. He was born March 29, 1935 in Ludington to Arnold and Elaine (Jafke) Koegler. He graduated from Ludington High School in 1953. Shortly after high school Keith enlisted in the U.S.…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 6, 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: Brian Rollo Grant, 87, of Fountain, died on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Funeral arrangements are being cared for by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services…
One dead in Riverton Township crash. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — One person is dead following a two vehicle crash at the corner of Stiles and Kinney roads. Emergency crews were dispatched to the two vehicle crash at 7:27 p.m. More details will be posted when they become available. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the scene. Riverton Fire Department,…
RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — Stiles Road between Chauvez and Hawley roads is currently closed due to a vehicle crash. Avoid the area.
VIDEO: Learning the sport of basketball. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Over 60 kids participated in the annual Spartan Pride Basketball Camp held earlier this week at Mason County Central High School. The camp was led by Trevor Huffman of Petoskey, who is the all-time leading scorer…
Horse pulling returns to Old Engine Club show. SCOTTVILLE — Horse pulling will return to the Western Michigan Old Engine Club’s annual Tractor & Engine Show this Friday, Aug. 6 beginning at 5 p.m. Event organizer Jake Tenney of the old engine club said about 10 teams are expected for the event. “We introduced the horse pull at the 2019…
Drunk driving arrests top 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 recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021: 9:33 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 26-year-old Fountain man was arrested for domestic assault following a 911 call reporting an assault,…
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