Man arrested for throwing rock through research library window.

March 8, 2021

Man arrested for throwing rock through research library window. 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 — A 19-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police for malicious destruction of property after throwing a rock through a window at the soon-to-be Mason County Historical Society  Research Library, Saturday, March 6,…

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Obituary: Anna Arsnoe, 76, of Ludington.

March 8, 2021

Obituary: Anna Arsnoe, 76, of Ludington. Anna Arsnoe, 76, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021 at her home.  Anna was born on October 26, 1944, the daughter of Bernard and Victoria (Rakoski) Edel and graduated from Mason County Central High School.  Anna worked many years at Kmart in Ludington, retiring in 2008. She was preceded in death…

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Recent deaths, posted March 8, 2021

March 8, 2021

Recent deaths, posted March 8, 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: Michael Grams, 72, of Ludington, died on Friday, March 5, 2021. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Anna Arsnoe, 76, of Ludington, died…

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Warm temps continue.

March 8, 2021

Warm temps continue. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy this evening with more clouds for overnight. Low temperature of 28 degrees with winds southeast at 3 mph. Tuesday, March 9, 2021 Cloudy. High 57; low 46. Precipitation: 10% day; 24% evening. Wind: SSE 12 mph day; S…

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50 degrees possible Monday!

March 7, 2021

50 degrees possible Monday! The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A few clouds with a low temperature of 32 degrees. Winds south at 10 to 15 mph. Monday, March 8, 2021 Sunshine and clouds mixed during the day. A few clouds at night. High 50; low 28 Precipitation: 7%…

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Conservation District seeks input; continues tree sale.

March 6, 2021

Conservation District seeks input; continues tree sale. Mason-Lake Conservation District is currently seeking public input regarding the conservation needs of Mason and Lake counties. Every five years, the Mason-Lake Conservation District (MLCD) conducts a survey about natural resources and conservation issues in the District coverage area, which includes Mason County and the west half of Lake County.  The survey helps…

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Obituary: David Lee McLain-Williams, 24, of Scottville.

March 6, 2021

Obituary: David Lee McLain-Williams, 24, of Scottville. David Lee McLain-Williams passed away Monday, March 1, 2021, along with his fiancé Ashley Plotts and unborn child David Jr. He was born on September 18, 1996 in Ludington, the son of Racheal McLain and David Williams and graduated from White Cloud High School after attending Mason County Central Schools. David was a…

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Recent births, posted March 6, 2021.

March 6, 2021

Recent births, posted March 6, 2021. The following births have been reported: Ezekiel Loreto Martinez, the son of Angela and Leonardo Martinez of Ludington, was born Monday, March 1, 2021. Mason Steven Stickney, the son of Sarah and Michael Stickney of Custer, was born Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Emerson James Marklevitz, the son of Alexis Engwall and Nathan Marklevitz of Manistee, was born…

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Scottville police, school respond to suspicious interaction Thursday.

March 5, 2021

Scottville police, school respond to suspicious interaction Thursday. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools reported, through its app and website, that there was a situation Thursday, March 4, involving a suspicious vehicle and an interaction with some Upper Elementary students who were walking home from school. Scottville Police Chief Matt Murphy said he coordinated efforts with Mason County Sheriff Kim…

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79th District Court news, posted March 4, 2021.

March 5, 2021

79th District Court news, posted March 4, 2021. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following activity recently took place in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Arraignments Felonies -Abram Rene Hernandez, 30, of 103 S. Columbia Ave., Scottville, was arrested March 2 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy).…

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State trunkline weight restrictions take effective Monday.

March 5, 2021

State trunkline weight restrictions take effective Monday. LANSING — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and local agencies are enacting additional annual spring weight restrictions to protect roads. Effective8 a.m. Monday, March 8, weight restrictions will be imposed and enforced on all state trunkline highways for the entire state of Michigan. State routes typically carry M, I, or US designations.…

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Meth possession arrests top police activity.

March 5, 2021

Meth possession arrests top police activity. 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 recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, March 3, 2021: 11:05 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 32-year-old Baldwin man was arrested on a failure to appear warrant and for possession of methamphetamine,…

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DHD#10 expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility including residents aged 50+.

March 4, 2021

DHD#10 expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility including residents aged 50+. Effective immediately, District Health Department #10 is opening up eligibility for all frontline essential workers, all adults aged 50 and older, and caregivers of individuals with special needs to register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. DHD#10 will continue to prioritize seniors 65+ who are on its waiting list first. Frontline/essential workers…

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Traffic light to be installed at Jebavy, Bryant, along with other road changes.

March 4, 2021

Traffic light to be installed at Jebavy, Bryant, along with other road changes. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington Area Schools, in cooperation with the Mason County Road Commission, will be making improvements to Bryant Road and Jebavy Drive in conjunction with the new elementary school that is being built near the southwest corner of the intersection of Jebavy Drive…

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The Scoop: Family AfFair 2021

March 4, 2021

The Scoop: Family AfFair 2021 The Scoop is a presentation of West Shore Bank and Betten Baker Ford of Ludington. SCOTTVILLE — In 2020, the annual Family AfFair event was one of the first major local events to cancel due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s event will still not be an in-person event, due to continued restrictions from the…

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Teacher Spotlight: Keri Hansen, preparing special students for life.

March 4, 2021

Teacher Spotlight: Keri Hansen, preparing special students for life. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, staff writer. Teacher Spotlight is a presentation of Shelby State Bank, www.shelbybank.com with offices in Ludington, Pentwater, Shelby, Hart, Hesperia, Manistee, Montague, Whitehall, North Muskegon, and Fruitport.  LUDINGTON – Keri (Cole) Hansen always knew she wanted to work with kids and to help make a difference in their…

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Community Foundation awarded over $1 million in grants in 2020

March 4, 2021

Community Foundation awarded over $1 million in grants in 2020 The Community Foundation for Mason County awarded $1,246,772 in grants in 2020. That included $135,708 through the Community Foundation’s competitive grant process, as well as $1,111,064 granted from donor-advised, scholarship, community project and organization endowment funds. Grants out of Community Foundation funds provided support to a wide variety of nonprofit…

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Police news, March 4, 2021.

March 4, 2021

Police news, March 4, 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 recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity:  Tuesday, March 2, 2021: 9:32 a.m., assault, 2400 block of North 21st Street, Sheridan Township. A report is being forwarded to the Mason County Prosecutor’s Office for…

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Obituary: Henry J. Niemiec, 87, of Ludington

March 4, 2021

Obituary: Henry J. Niemiec, 87, of Ludington Henry J. Niemiec, 87, of Ludington passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021. He was born April 6, 1933 in Free Soil to James and Mary (Jaqulski) Niemiec. Henry enlisted in the US Army and served his country during the Korean War.  Henry was a local farmer and a long time employee of Harrington…

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Great Lakes Energy People Fund grant applicants being accepted. 

March 4, 2021

Great Lakes Energy People Fund grant applicants being accepted.  The Great Lakes Energy People Fund is accepting letters of interest and grant applications from non-profit organizations throughout its local service area for the spring grant cycle. Letters of interest are due by April 1. If the letter of interest is approved, the applicant can then submit a grant application by…

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Manton man faces homicide charges in relation to US 10 fatal crash.

March 3, 2021

Manton man faces homicide charges in relation to US 10 fatal crash. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — David Allen Wellington, 27, of 7119 E. 12 Road, Manton, was arraigned in 79th District Court today, Wednesday, March 3, 2021, and faces seven criminal counts including two counts of second degree murder, two counts of operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing…

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