Police news, Jan. 12, 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 activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Jan. 11, 2021: 9:27 a.m., gas drive-off, $26.62 in fuel was stolen, Ludington EZ Mart, 5900 block of West US 10, Pere Marquette Township. 9:53…
Obituary: Wilma Allen, 86, of Scottville. Wilma D Allen, 86, of Scottville passed away peacefully Sunday January 10, 2021. Wilma was born May 12, 1934 in Jackson where she met and married James Allen. He preceded her in death January 30, 2008. They moved to Ludington in 1972 where they raised their four children. Wilma could always be found at…
Department of Treasury warns of scam. The Michigan Department of Treasury advised in a news release that it is getting reports of scam letters being sent in the past week to Michigan residents through the U.S. Postal Service. The letters warn people they have an overdue tax bill with the state and need to call a toll-free number immediately to…
Home invasion suspect arraigned. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. LUDINGTON — Jason Timothy Varnes, 39, 1719 E. Maggie Road, Branch Township, was arraigned Monday in 79th District Court on felony charges of home invasion, second degree and misdemeanor charges of larceny of $20 or more but less than $1,000. Varnes was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies…
Johnson re-elected as Ludington mayor pro-tem. LUDINGTON — Les Johnson has been re-elected as mayor pro-tem. Johnson was unanimously appointed to the position Monday during the regular meeting of city council. Johnson has served as mayor pro-tem the past two years. Voters of the City of Ludington elect a mayor every four years but the mayor pro-tem is elected by…
Fountain man arrested after allegedly invading home. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 39-year-old Fountain man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies and charged with second-degree home invasion Saturday, Jan. 9, shortly after 3:30 p.m. after deputies responded to a reported breaking and entering in progress in the 2500 block of North Larson Road. “The homeowner had come home to find…
Unconscious man in Walmart restroom suspected of ‘huffing.’ 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 report will be forwarded to the Mason County Prosecutor’s Office after Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to the men’s restroom at Walmart regarding a reported unconscious male who…
Community Foundation Fall Wish Lists grant over $49,000. Over $49,000 from the Community Foundation for Mason County’s 2020 Fall Wish Lists were granted to local nonprofits thanks to the generosity of the Mason County community and partnership with the Pennies from Heaven Foundation’s Meet Us Halfway match. The Community Foundation is in its fourth year of hosting the Wish Lists,…
Obituary: Wayne ‘Gordy’ Claveau, 66, of Ludington. Wayne “Gordy” Claveau, 66, of Ludington passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. Wayne was born on June 10, 1954 in Ludington, the son of Ralph Duane and Jean (Olson) Claveau and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 1972. At MCC Wayne played in band, was a member…
Freezing drizzle expected tonight; roads may be icy. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A winter advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for the area beginning at 8 p.m. tonight until noon Tuesday. Freezing drizzle is expected to develop later this evening and overnight. A glaze…
Recent deaths, posted Jan. 11, 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: Wayne R. Claveau, 66, of Ludington, died on Friday, January 8, 2021. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville Wilma D. Allen, 86,…
The Scoop: Winter disc golfing The Scoop is a presentation of West Shore Bank and Betten Baker Ford of Ludington. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Alan Neushwander speaks with Mason County Disc Golf Organization representatives Jeff Schwass, president, and Rachel Terryn, vice president, about playing the popular local sport in the winter. Please consider helping to…
Cloudy skies, steady around freezing next few days. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Cloudy skies tonight with a low temperature of 27 degrees. Winds south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 Mostly cloudy. High 31; low 30 Precipitation: 11% day; 33% evening. Wind: WSW 13…
Recent deaths, posted Jan. 9, 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: David “Dave” Edwin Bader, 59, of Ludington, died on Monday, January 4, 2021. Richard John Schoo, 58, of Ludington, died on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Barbara…
Full Court Press: MCC football coach John Chalko and player Sarah Houston. Full Court Press is a presentation of House of Flavors, Inc. and Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Orthopedics. SCOTTVILLE — Today on MCP’s Full Court Press sports/recreation webcast, Toni Swinehart speaks with Mason County Central junior varsity football coach John Chalko and sophomore female football player Sarah Houston. Houston…
DHD #10 reaches capacity for COVID-19 vaccines due to shortage. District Health Department #10 announced Friday, Jan. 8, that it is currently at capacity for COVID-19 vaccination clinics due to a shortage of the vaccine. “The registration link on our website is currently removed and will be replaced once we are able to schedule appointments,” states a press release. “Unfortunately,…
Recent arraignments include felony drug charges. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Felonies -Andrew Robert Bates, 30, of 1761 E. 56th St., Chase, was arrested Nov. 13 by State, Sheriffs, Chiefs Enforcement Narcotics Team (SSCENT) on a felony charge of manufacturing a controlled…
New Ludington treasurer begins duties. LUDINGTON — Mari Jo Lange has assumed the duties of Ludington city treasurer, taking over for Tom Ezdebski, who retired at the end of 2020. Lange was elected to the office, running on a write-in campaign. There were no other formal candidates. She said she grew up in Zeeland, Michigan and has lived in Ludington…
Hansen Road closure. AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Road Commission will close Hansen Road between Stiles and Amber roads beginning Monday, Jan. 11. During that time, road commission crews will be removing trees for the upcoming Hansen Road reconstruction project. Residents, emergency vehicles, and school buses will have access but should anticipate delays. Barricades will be placed on Hansen…
Obituary: Rose Marie Sutton, 81, of Scottville. Rose Marie (Layton) Sutton, 81, died December 30, 2020 at home with her family. She was born July 3, 1939 in Bismarck, Missouri, the daughter of Earl W. Layton and Rose M. Layton. She graduated from Ironton High School in Ironton, Missouri in 1957, and worked at Brown Shoe Company in the bookkeeping department after…
Obituary: Peggy Ann Schramm, 65, of Ludington. Peggy Ann Schramm, 65, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021. She was born October 7, 1955 in Hart to Richard and Marilyn (Isley) Schramm. Peggy worked as a cook at Juron’s Restaurant, now Brenda’s Harbor Café. In her spare time, Peggy was an avid reader. She liked music (She knew and…
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