Two receive minor injuries in Stiles Road crash. 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 two vehicle crash Thursday evening on Stiles Road north of Johnson Road resulted in minor injuries. The crash involved a 30-year-old Ludington man and a 25-year-old Holland woman who…
Recent births, posted July 17, 2020 The birth announcements are a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Rey Alejandro Garcia Zuniga, the son of Esmeraldo Garcia and Diego Garcia-Gonzales of Hart, was born on Thursday, July 16, 2020. Grayson James Crowley Langlois, the son…
Obituary: Stanley McCallum, Jr., 85, Ludington. Stanley Maurice McCallum, Jr., 85, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020 at his home in Ludington. Stan was born on June 30, 1935 in Mattanwan, the son of Stanley and Amelia McCallum. His love for the United States of America drove him to join the United States Marine Corps at the age of…
Ludington attorney takes on role to help national law firm with diversity, inclusion. CHICAGO — Ludington attorney Cornell Boggs has been hired by national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP as a senior strategic advisor, where he will lead the firm’s diversity and inclusion efforts starting August 3. Boggs, who will be based in the firm’s Chicago office, will…
COVID-19 adds more challenges to childcare providers. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, MCP Staff Writer For anyone who has young children, they know that finding quality child care is a very rough road, especially during the COVID-19 crisis. The State of Michigan has been experiencing a childcare shortage for years and with the number of children needing care compared to the number…
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Bi-Weekly Update, July 16, 2020. The following was submitted by Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital: If you have specific questions about hospital operations, please contact the hospital directly at 231-843-2591. The hospital does not respond to questions asked on the MCP or OCP Facebook pages LUDINGTON —Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is transitioning to a bi-weekly community update…
Police news. #MasonCountyCrime 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 Wednesday, July 15, 2020: – 6:20 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Dennis Road north of Johnson Road, Amber Township. – 12:16 p.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, 4800 block…
Former state rep appointed as chair of Public Service Commission. LANSING — Governor Gretchen Whitmer today designated current Dan Scripps to serve as Chair of the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). Scripps currently services as a commissioner on the board. “The Michigan Public Service Commission is critical for creating and directing Michigan’s energy future. The commission remains focused on ensuring…
Sunny Friday, possible rain in the evening. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear skies tonight with a low temperature of 58 degrees. Winds southwest at 2 mph. Chance of rain, 10%. Friday, July 17, 2020 Mostly sunny during the day. A stray shower…
The Land: Labor shortage hits local cherry industry. By Allison Scarbrough and Rob Alway, Media Group 31. The Land is a series telling the stories about local agriculture. It is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc. OCEANA COUNTY — A labor shortage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is hitting local farmers hard, and cherry farmers right now are feeling the…
Domestic violence cases top police activity. #MasonCountyCrime The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. LUDINGTON — Ludington police officers responded to two domestic violence incidents — including one case that may result in a felony charge — Tuesday, July 15, according to Ludington Police Chief Timothy Kozal. The…
Bigalke named new LAC principal. LUDINGTON — Jan Bigalke has been hired as the new principal of Ludington Area Catholic School, replacing Collin Thompson, who recently retired after serving in that role for 21 years. Bigalke started working at LAC on July 6. Bigalke’s background includes nearly 17 years in education. For six years, she served as principal of Manistee…
Obituary Samuel J. Kasley, Jr., 82, Alderson, West Virginia, formerly of Ludington. Samuel John Kasley, Jr. passed away at his home in Alderson, West Virginia, on July 14, 2020 at the age of 82. Sam was born on May 8, 1938 in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was the only child of Samuel and Helen Kasley. He grew up with and…
Great Lakes Task Force chairs discuss stopping Asian carp GRANDVILLE — Today, co-chairs of the House Great Lakes Task Force Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and David Joyce (R-OH), released the following statements after the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA), authorizing the construction of a multilayered system to…
Fin & Feather Club hosting CPL class. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County is offering a two day concealed pistol license class on Friday, Aug. 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 8 all day at the Fin & Feather Club grounds, located at 3276 N Darr Rd. Cost is $50 for Fin…
Recent births, posted July 15, 2020 The birth announcements are a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Evelyn Bosquez, the daughter of Fabiola and Bryant Basquez of Hart, was born on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Payton Lynn Rogers, the daughter of Taylor Sheeley and…
Branch Township clean-up day scheduled. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — Branch Township will hold a clean-up day on Saturday, July 25 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. near the corner of US 10 and Weaver Road in Walhalla. The date had originally been scheduled for April but was rescheduled due to pandemic restrictions. No chemicals, oil or paint are allowed. Items should be…
Margaret Louise Stanton, 79, of Fountain Margaret Louise Stanton, 79, of Fountain passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 12, 2020. Margaret was born on November 14, 1940 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Robert and Louise (Stults) Spicer. Margaret worked many years on the line at Mason County Fruit Packers, retiring in 2005. She loved to bake, especially pies and…
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