Ludington man tased while fighting deputies. 

March 15, 2021

Ludington man tased while fighting deputies.  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 — A 29-year-old Ludington man was tased by Mason County sheriff’s deputies after fighting with them behind the Comfort Inn Hotel on West US 10 Saturday, March 13, around 6:30 p.m., according…

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Recent deaths, posted March 15, 2021

March 15, 2021

Recent deaths, posted March 15, 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: Jack L. Shriver, 83, of Scottville, died on Saturday, March 13, 2021.  Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing…

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Mixed precipitation expected tonight, up to 1 inch of snow.

March 15, 2021

Mixed precipitation expected tonight, up to 1 inch of snow. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A winter weather advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, will be in effect from 8 p.m. tonight, Monday, March 15, 2021 until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Mixed precipitation (80%…

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News alert: Smoke shown from Dowland St. house.

March 14, 2021

News alert: Smoke shown from Dowland St. house. LUDINGTON — Ludington Fire Department was dispatched at 8:25 p.m. to the 100 block of East Dowland Street for smoke showing from an upstairs window of a residence. Update: Fire Chief John Henderson on scene, reporting nothing showing.

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NEWS ALERT: Grass and woods fire, Amber Township

March 14, 2021

NEWS ALERT: Grass and woods fire, Amber Township AMBER TOWNSHIP — Report of a grass and woods fire, 4500 block of West First Street. Pere Marquette Township Fire Department dispatched.

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Grass fire

March 14, 2021

FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Report of a grass fire, about half acre, 11800 block of North Custer Road. Free Soil/Meade Fire Department and Grant Township Fire Department dispatched.

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Circuit court sentencings, posted March 13, 2021. 

March 13, 2021

Circuit court sentencings, posted March 13, 2021.  LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court.  – Zachary Thomas Lefler, 29 of 4104 65th St., Holland, Mich., was found guilty on Feb. 23, 2021 for operating a vehicle while license suspended and operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, second offense. Charges of OUIL…

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Family AfFAIR is today.

March 13, 2021

SCOTTVILLE — The annual Family AfFAIR takes place today from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Mason County Central Middle School parking lot. This year’s event is drive-thru style. Enter from Johnson Road to the north of the middle school. Read more Here

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Recent arraignments include CSC charges.

March 12, 2021

Recent arraignments include CSC charges. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Timothy Bryan Shick, 52, of 2841 Wilson St., Conklin, was arrested March 4 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on felony charges of third degree criminal sexual conduct and fourth degree criminal sexual conduct. Probable…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted March 12, 2021. 

March 12, 2021

79th District Court sentencings, posted March 12, 2021.  By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Eleasar Esparza, Jr., 29, of 5634 W. Johnson Rd., Pere Marquette Township, pleaded guilty March 9 to prohibited use of chemical agents and was sentenced to 22 days in jail with credit for 22…

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The Scoop: Strive 4 a Safer Driver campaign.

March 12, 2021

The Scoop: Strive 4 a Safer Driver campaign. The Scoop is a presentation of West Shore Bank and Betten Baker Ford of Ludington. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Mason County Central seniors Sean Paris and Aron Rosales who are students in the Career and Technical Education criminal justice program. The students in that…

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Family AfFAIR takes place Saturday.

March 12, 2021
Family AfFAIR takes place Saturday.

Family AfFAIR takes place Saturday. SCOTTVILLE — This year’s Family AfFAIR will be a little different than past years. Last year, the event was one of the first major local events to cancel due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Traditionally the event takes place in the halls and classrooms of Mason County Central High School. This year, the event will take…

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Ludington man arrested for fleeing officer. 

March 12, 2021

Ludington man arrested for fleeing officer.  The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279. LUDINGTON — A 43-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington Police Department near the intersection of Lavinia and Filer streets Thursday, March 11 and charged with driving while license suspended, fleeing and eluding, and resisting arrest.  …

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Hospice looking for volunteers.

March 12, 2021

Hospice looking for volunteers. Hospice of Michigan is looking for volunteers to help patients and families dealing with life-limiting illnesses in communities throughout west Michigan. Residents interested in donating their time can virtually attend a new volunteer orientation from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 26. Hospice of Michigan has a specific need for volunteers in Ludington, Holland,…

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Home weatherizing offered through FiveCAP

March 12, 2021

Home weatherizing offered through FiveCAP SCOTTVILLE — FiveCAP, Inc., is accepting applications for home weatherizing. Low-income households all too often can have added expenses if their homes are not energy-efficient.  Weatherizing homes resolves these issues, ultimately cutting down on utility costs.  Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, there are no costs for weatherizing households at or below the 200…

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Recent deaths, posted March 12, 2021

March 12, 2021

Recent deaths, posted March 12, 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: Alan Peters, 73, of Ludington, died on Thursday, March 11, 2021. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of…

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West Shore ESD board seat petitions available. 

March 12, 2021

West Shore ESD board seat petitions available.  Nominating petitions for positions on the West Shore Educational Service District Board of Education are available at the Mason County Clerk’s office, 304 East Ludington Avenue in Ludington- 231-843-8202.  Candidates seeking election to the board must file petitions or pay a $100.00 non-refundable filing fee and file an Affidavit of Identity with the…

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Youth Advisory Council grant applications being accepted. 

March 12, 2021

Youth Advisory Council grant applications being accepted.  The Community Foundation for Mason County spring Youth Advisory Council grant application is open. The Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council awards grants to 501(c)(3) non profit organizations, churches, schools, agencies, and governmental units serving young people in the greater Mason County area. Funding priorities are based on the findings of the YAC’s needs assessment of…

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Full Court Press: MCC Cheer Coach Stibitz. 

March 11, 2021

Full Court Press: MCC Cheer Coach Stibitz.  Full Court Press is a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Orthopedics and House of Flavors, Inc.  This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. SCOTTVILLE — Today on Full Court Press , Toni Swinehart speaks with Mason County Central Competitive Cheer Coach Cheri Stibitz about the current season.  Please consider helping…

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Obituary: Thomas Parks, 77, Ludington.

March 11, 2021

Obituary: Thomas Parks, 77, Ludington. Thomas E. Parks, 77, of Ludington passed away Monday, March 8, 2021. He was born July 22, 1943 in Benton Harbor to James and Mary (Clauss) Parks. At the age of 17 Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served during the Vietnam War where he was missing in action for six months. He also…

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Obituary: Mary Lemke, 87, of Ludington.

March 11, 2021

Obituary: Mary Lemke, 87, of Ludington. Mary M. Lemke, 87, of Ludington passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. She was born August 27, 1933 in Pine Knot, Ky. to Edward and Ethel (Gilreath) Smith.  On October 12, 1953 Mary married a handsome military man, Russell E. Lemke in Ludington. She followed him…

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