No carnival, entertainment at fair PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Western Michigan Fair Association has announced that the 2020 fair schedule will be modified, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All entertainment, still exhibits, grandstand events, and carnival rides have been cancelled. However, livestock shows and the West Michigan Livestock Council Auction will take place. “The decision was made after many…
New Ludington police chief puts emphasis on building relationships. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Chief Timothy Kozal believes policing is about getting to know people and building relationships. “I am really big on what I call non-traditional contacts,” he said. “I want the police department to be out there, making contact with the public daily, not just…
Felonious assault tops recent arraignments #MasonCountCrime By Alan Neushwander, contributing writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -DeShawn Erik Latimer, 33, of 2481 W. 44th St., Baldwin, was arrested June 12 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on a felony charge of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less…
District court sentencings, posted June 19, 2020. #MasonCountyCrime By Alan Neushwander, contributing writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Sentencings -Zachariah Paul Gerovac, 22, of 7807 US-10, Branch Township, pleaded no contest June 17 to malicious destruction of a building and attempted assault/resisting/obstructing a police officer. He was sentenced to two days in…
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 police activity in Mason County Thursday, June 18, 2020: – 12:49 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 25-year-old Ludington man was arrested for driving without insurance, North Washington and East Stray avenues, City of Ludington. –…
Obituary: Russell J. Shinsky Jr., 81, of Ludington. Russell J. Shinsky Jr., 81, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020. He was born May 30, 1938 in Ludington to Russell and Marion (Fisher) Shinsky Sr. Russ graduated from St. Simon School in 1956. He married Frances Masten on June 28, 1958 in Ludington. Together they raised three children. Russ…
Obituary: Thomas Stokes, 78, Free Soil. Thomas R. Stokes, 78, of Free Soil passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his home. He was born January 14, 1942 in Dearborn to Denver and Margaret (McKay) Stokes. Tom graduated from Edsel Ford High School in 1959. He married the late Catherine McIntyre in 1963. Tom went to work for the Burroughs…
Obituary: Jean Marie (James) Dancz, 76, of Scottville, Jean Marie (James) Dancz of Scottville, born March 11, 1944 to Edward (Hank) and Doris James of Ludington, passed away June 18, 2020 surrounded by loved ones in her home following a long battle with cancer at the age of 76. Dennis and Jean were married August 26, 1961 (almost 59 years…
Obituary: Michael “Mickey” Patulski, Sr., (updated) Michael “Mickey” Richard Patulski Sr, 73, of Scottville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 26, 2020. Mickey was born in Manistee to Mary Ellen (Fearnow) and Joseph Martin Patulski. Mike was a graduate of Manistee High School and was a loyal employee to Pandrol-Jackson, for over 30 years. He loved…
Recent deaths, posted June 19, 2020 The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Jean M. Dancz, 76, of Scottville, died on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Thomas R. Stokes, 78, of Free Soil, died on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Mary Ann Tyndall, 77,…
Tractor/car crash results in minor injuries. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old Scottville area man received non-life-threatening injuries after his car crashed into a tractor Thursday afternoon. Emergency personnel were called to the intersection of Scottville and Chauvez roads at 1:43 p.m. According to Mason County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Kyle Boyd, on scene, a 16-year-old Riverton Township male was driving the…
Scottville DDA offering relief funds to businesses. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Downtown Development Authority has set aside $5,000 for a COVID-19 relief fund for downtown businesses. The award may be granted to a single business or multiple businesses based on the decision of the DDA board. To be eligible, business must be located within the Scottville DDA and must have…
Warrant arrests 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. The following is police activity in Mason County Wednesday, June 17, 2020: – 9:23 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 27-year-old Ludington man was arrested on a warrant for assault, 500 block of North Rath Avenue,…
Obituary: Mitchel “Mike” Harmon, 77, of Ludington Mitchel “Mike” Harmon, age 77, of Ludington passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, June 17, 2020 after a four year battle with cancer. He was born December 8, 1942 in Ludington to Averil and Hazel (Anderson) Harmon. Mike graduated from Ludington High School in 1960. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S.…
Obituary: Alyce Marie Gowell, 83, of Ludington Alyce Marie Gowell, 83, of Ludington passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, June 16, 2020. She was born September 4, 1936 in Saginaw to Anor and Gladys (Callison) Johnson. Alyce made a home for her husband and three sons. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Alyce was well known…
Obituary: John Raymond Jodko, 62, of Custer John Raymond Jodko, 62, of Custer, passed away on June 11, 2020. John was born on May 2, 1958, in Ludington to Joseph and Isabelle (Kostecki) Jodko. John attended St. Mary’s School in Custer and was a 1976 graduate of Mason County Eastern High School. In 1980, John enlisted in the United States…
Some clouds Friday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Clear skies tonight with a low temperature of 56 degrees. Friday, June 19, 2020 A few clouds High 86; low 60 Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind: SW 9 mph day; S 6 mph evening. Humidity: 53% day; 77% evening. Sunrise: 6:02 a.m.; sunset: 9:31 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2020. Partly to mostly…
The Scoop: MCE graduation. CUSTER — Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Dr. Mark Forner, principal of Mason County Eastern Schools. They talk about the effects of COVID-19 at local schools along with plans for MCE’s graduation ceremony, schedule for Thursday, June 25 at 6 p.m. The Scoop is a presentation of West Shore Bank. Please…
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