From Kim Cole, Sheriff of Mason County. In the recent weeks, our community has had to make many adjustments to our normal, everyday lives in an effort to win the battle with the COVID-19 pandemic. It is no surprise to us at the Sheriff’s Office that Mason County has accepted that challenge and is clearly winning that battle. Although there…
Governor signs long term care facilities executive order. LANSING — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-50, to establish procedures in long-term care facilities to protect the health and safety of both their employees and residents. At Michigan’s long-term care facilities, residents and employees live and work in confined spaces, and the lack of personal protective equipment makes it…
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Weekly Update, April 13. The following was submitted by Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital: Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is providing a weekly update regarding activities and current happenings related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage you to visit spectrumhealth.org for resources and information, including a dashboard updated daily with information about the number of people who have been tested…
West Shore Bank assists local businesses with relief funds. LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has already had success in helping over 100 business customers acquire more than $17 million in funding through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provided by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These initial funds will help protect nearly 2,000 jobs in west Michigan.…
Prescription drugs stolen. #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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Michigan State Police troopers from the Hart post are investigating a theft of prescription drugs in the 6500 block of Stiles Road that was reported Tuesday, April 14, at 4:30 p.m., according to MSP…
State offering “warm line” for individuals with mental health conditions. LANSING — Starting today, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is launching a statewide warm line for Michiganders living with persistent mental health conditions. The warm line will connect individuals with certified peer support specialists who have lived experiences of behavioral health issues, trauma or personal crises,…
Tribal police officer tests positive for COVID-19. MANISTEE — A police officer with the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Department of Public Safety has tested positive for COVID-19, according to Director of Public Safety Robert Medacco. “On Monday April 13, one of our officers was tested for COVID-19. The test came back with a positive result,” states Medacco. “For privacy…
Spartan News: Taking care of kids’ needs under all circumstances. Spartan News is a service of Mason County Central Schools in coordination with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — During normal times, Mason County Central’s Denise Jones keeps pretty busy making sure students with economic and social challenges are taken care of. Among the many titles she…
MCP’s The Scoop: Answers about COVID-19. If you have questions about COVID-19, this is the video you need to watch — all the way through. Today on MCP’s The Scoop, we talk about some important topics regarding COVID-19. Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with George Davis, clinical supervisor and registered nurse from District Health Department #10, Helen Johnson, chief operating officer and…
Teacher Tuesday: MCC’s Linn Urka, a bittersweet retirement. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Metalworks. Metalworks is a small, family-run company with facilities located in Ludington and Manistee, manufacturing metal office filing systems. Be sure to show your support by liking the Metalworks Facebook page here. Mason County Press is featuring area educators each…
Spectrum Health answers questions about COVID-19 and the heart. GRAND RAPIDS — New research has determined that the novel coronavirus COVID-19 can do alarming damage to the heart. In fact, one out of five patients with COVID-19 experience heart damage, according to a study published in March in JAMA Cardiology. People already diagnosed and suffering from heart disease have increased concerns about…
Smith & Eddy hosting no-fault insurance reform webinar. SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance is hosting a free webinar via Zoom on Wednesday, April 15 at 1 p.m. to discuss Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance reform, which takes effect on July 2 of this year. This is a topic that impacts every Michigan driver. Register in advance for this webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_noRt9pYmQvaaHOkYcyqYBQ
Sunshine Wednesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Mostly cloudy tonight with some snow showers. Low temperature of 25 degrees. Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 36; low 27 Precipitation: 0% day; 10% evening. Wind: WNW 11 mph day; W 6 mph evening. Humidity: 48% day; 61% evening. Sunrise: 7:01 a.m.; sunset: 8:29 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2020…
Senator, state rep. continue to question governor’s newest restrictions. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Local state legislators continue to question the most recent increases in restrictions imposed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s extension of her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order. While both Sen. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) and Rep. Jack O’Malley (R-Lake Ann) said they agree that social distancing and staying at…
Waterfront Worship offers songs of hope and inspiration on social media. LUDINGTON — Waterfont Worship, which holds an annual performance at Waterfront Park along with a songwriters’ workshop, is now posting songs of comfort and inspiration on its Facebook and Instagram pages and its YouTube channel. The songs have been written by songwriters from places including Florida, California, Indiana, Michigan…
Deputies investigate shoplifting at Walmart. #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. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office responded two separate incidents of shoplifting Saturday evening, April 11 at Walmart. The first incident occurred shortly after 7 p.m., and a 40-year-old Ludington woman is…
Home Tips: 10 ways to baby proof your home. A presentation of Century 21 Bayshore Real Estate. What do cabinets, countertops, bath spouts, toilets, and outlets have in common? They are all areas of the home that can be dangerous for your baby or toddler. Baby-proof your home to make it a safe place for creating family memories with your…
Yard waste pickup suspended in Ludington, Scottville, PM Twp. Republic Services has announced that it has suspended all yard waste pickup due to Gov. Whitmer’s latest executive order restricting Michigan citizens and businesses. The City of Ludington is requesting Ludington residents return their carts and bags to their homes and wait for the restrictions to be lifted. Weekly compost bag…
.png)
.png)
.jpg)
-Mason-County-Press.png)
