Fundraiser established for family of 2-year-old who died in pool accident. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Prayer and Praise Assembly of God Church has set up a fund to help the family of Emma Poll. Emma, 2, the daughter of Drew and Wendy Poll, passed away last Wednesday following an accident in a swimming pool at the family’s home…
79th District Court news, posted May 23, 2021. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. The following criminal activity took place recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Jordan Thomas Wieand, 21, of 5367 N. Thunderbird Dr., Sheridan Township, was arrested Feb. 14 by The State’s, Sheriff’s, Chief’s Enforcement Narcotics Team (SSCENT) on a felony charge of delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance…
Warm temps continue, some rain possible early this week. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Cloudy skies tonight a chance of a rain shower. Low temperature of 53 degrees. Winds east-southeast at 5 to 10 mph. Monday, May 24, 2021 Showers in the morning then cloudy in the afternoon.…
How Michigan’s sentencing reform package is impacting local courts. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. A bipartisan state legislative sentencing reform package that was signed into law at the beginning of the year is aimed at expanding alternatives to jail and removing hurdles to opportunities after incarceration. Many of the bills arose from recommendations from the Michigan Joint Task Force on Jail…
Obituary: Arlie Carrier Jr., 92, formerly of Ludington. Arlie Franklin Carrier Jr., 92, of Sun City Center, Fla., formerly of Ludington, died Monday, April 26, 2021, at home. He was born September 11, 1928, in Muskegon, the son of Arlie and Lucille (Dykstra) Carrier Sr. Arlie was raised and attended school in Muskegon. He served in the US Navy…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 21, 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: Martha Jansen, 86, of Scottville, died on Friday, May 21, 2021. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Dale…
Toddler who fell in pool dies. MASON COUNTY — A 2-year-old girl died Wednesday night, May 19, after falling into a swimming pool Monday evening in Hamlin Township, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The toddler was airlifted by Aeromed to DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids where she was in critical condition. When Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded…
LHS top seniors. Oriole News is a presentation of Ludington Area School District in partnership with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON — The Ludington High School senior class voted on the top 10 all around seniors. There was a four way tie for ninth place. Here are the 13 candidates: In back, from left: Issac Duran, Chazz Rohrer, Kyle Wendt, Nick Patterson, Colby…
Case moves forward against defendant in deadly crash. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The criminal case against a 27-year-old Manton man accused of killing a Scottville couple and their unborn baby in a vehicle crash last March is moving forward in 79th District Court. David Allen Wellington was the driver of a 2010 Jeep Patriot involved in the crash…
Police news, May 19, 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 18, 2021: 9:27 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), gas drive-off, $15.04 in fuel stolen, Ludington EZ Mart, 5900 block of West US 10, Pere Marquette Township.…
Recent births, posted May 19, 2021. The following births have been reported: Anakin Lewis James Wilbur, the son of Ivy Saunders and David Wilbur of Ludington, was born on Monday, May 17, 2021. Elijah Ace Rood, the son of Harmony Golnick and Christopher Rood of Mears, was born on Monday, May 17, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health…
Obituary: David DeGood, 61, of Manistee. David Lee DeGood, 61, of Manistee passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021. He was born November 6, 1959 in Durand to Henry and Delores (Shears) DeGood. David graduated from Corunna High School in 1977 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy after school. He proudly served his country for seven years. He was stationed aboard…
Obituary: Rebecca Taylor, 56, of Ludington. Rebecca L. Taylor, 56, of Ludington, passed away in her home Sunday, May 16, 2021. She was born October 23, 1964 in Ludington to Edward and Loretta (Quast) Wanderer. She graduated from Ludington High School. Rebecca enjoyed spending over 15 years as the “Lunch Lady” at Mason County Central. She also enjoyed spending time…
Hospital offering COVID-19 vaccinations for 12- to 15-year-olds. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital will begin administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 12- to-15-year-olds now that it has been authorized by the Food and Drug Administration for emergency use. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Appointments can be made by…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 19, 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: Debra Kay Kirkland, 68, of Ludington, died on Sunday, May 16, 2021. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Lorraine Mary…
Temps in upper ’70s Thursday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Mostly cloudy tonight. Low temperature of 62 degrees with winds south at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday, May 20, 2021 Cloudy. High 79; low 64. Precipitation: 7% day; 17% evening. Wind: S 16 mph day; S 12 mph…
Teacher Spotlight: WSCC’s Connie Schwass. 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. VICTORY TWP – Following the advice that her mother gave her, West Shore Community College professor, Connie Schwass decided to go into education, even though she…
Toddler in critical condition after falling in pool. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 2-year-old girl is in critical condition at DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids after falling into a swimming pool Monday, May 17, shortly after 6:30 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. When Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene, the child was not breathing, said…
Boy, 7, injured after being hit by car. LUDINGTON — A 7-year-old Grand Haven boy was transported by Life EMS to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Monday, May 17, shortly before 5 p.m. after he was hit by a car on Stearns Outer Drive, according to Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski of the Ludington Police Department. The driver, who is an 87-year-old Ludington…
Obituary: Richard ‘Rick’ Gancarz, 71, of Free Soil. Richard “Rick” Gancarz, 71, of Free Soil, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 at his home. Rick was born on September 11, 1949 in Muskegon, the son of Joseph and Virginia (Feliczak) Gancarz and graduated from Free Soil High School with the class of 1968. On October 1, 1977, he married…
LHS graduation information video. Oriole News is a presentation of Ludington Area School District in partnership with Mason County Press. Click on the video for information about Ludington High School graduation.
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