Cloudy skies expected last day of 2020; snow New Year’s Day. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Mostly cloudy tonight with snow showers. Low temperature of 23 degrees with winds west-northwest at 10 to 15 mph. Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020 (New Year’s Eve) Considerable cloudiness. High 30; low 17…
Obituary: Cindy Bassett, 58, of Branch. Cindy Lou Bassett of Branch, shed her earthly bonds on Saturday, December 26, 2020. Born on Dec. 17, 1962 to Burdette and Jacqueline (Davison) Bassett in Muskegon, she grew up in Fruitport. A few years after her father’s death, her mother opened Jackee’s restaurant in Custer, where Cindy worked as a cook for her…
‘It’s been a great ride.’ Mason County Prosecutor Paul Spaniola reflects on 36-year law career. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — Many high-profile cases have landed on Paul Spaniola’s desk as Mason County Prosecuting Attorney. As he readies for retirement at the end of this year, Spaniola reflects on his 36-year career in law. “It’s bittersweet,” he said. “It’s been…
Police news. #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. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Dec. 28, 2020: 4:48 a.m., a 26 year-old Maspeth, New York woman was arrested for assault following a 911 call reporting an assault, Deer Run Road, Grant Township.…
Teens suffer minor injuries in rollover crash. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Two teenage boys from Free Soil received minor injuries in a single-vehicle rollover crash Monday, Dec. 28, shortly after 9:30 p.m. in the 5700 block of Stiles Road near Beyer Road, according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Dan Thomas of the Hart post. Hamlin Township Fire Department and Life EMS…
County board to vote on resolution thanking health care workers. LUDINGTON — The Mason County Board of Commissioners is expected to vote on a resolution Tuesday evening, Dec. 29, formally thanking “Mason County’s health care and elder care workers” in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution reads as follows: Whereas, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory disease…
Obituary: Dale Organ, 88, Ludington. Dale Edward Organ, 88, of Ludington passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born June 8, 1932 in Ludington to Edward and Beatrice (Hayse) Organ. He graduated from Ludington High School in 1951. After high school, Dale was drafted into the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict. He was…
Obituary: John Mead Eaton, 94, of Ludington. Our Dad is no longer here, yet he is everywhere. John Mead Eaton drew his last breath on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at the age of 94. How lucky we are to have someone who makes saying goodbye so hard. He was our D.O.L.O.D. (Dear Old Loveable Old Dad—our special name for him since we…
Obituary: Sylvia Maki, 81, of Scottville. Sylvia A. Maki, 81, of Scottville went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was born August 3, 1939 in Newberry, to Henry and Trinnie (McAlpine) Maki. Sylvia attended Pratt Elementary School in Newberry, a one room schoolhouse, and later graduated from Sault Area High School. She married Richard…
James Emms III, 69, of Pentwater. James E. Emms III, 69, of Pentwater, passed away with his family by his side on December 23, 2020. His heavenly father called his name to be by his side after a significant stroke. Jim was born in Ludington on April 5, 1951 to James II and Loraine Emms. Jim was raised in Traverse…
Police busy with crashes over the holiday. #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. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020: 1:03 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, no injury, Pere Marquette Highway and US 10, Pere Marquette Township. 1:52…
Snow likely Tuesday night, Wednesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Cloudy skies tonight with a low temperature of 19 degrees. Winds northwest at 10 to 20 mph. Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020 A mix of clouds and sun early then becoming cloudy later in the day. Periods of snow…
Some sunshine expected Monday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Tonight, variable clouds with snow showers or flurries. Low temperature of 27 degrees with winds north at 10 to 20 mph. Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 Cloudy early with partial sunshine expected late. A few flurries or snow showers possible.…
Obituary: Rick Templar, 82, of Scottville. Rick Templar, 82, a long-time resident of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at Vista Springs Riverside Gardens in Grand Rapids with his wife Sharon by his side. Rick was born November 25, 1938 in Big Rapids. He graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1956, and attended Ferris State College graduating…
Christmas Message: The glory of God does not walk around uncomfortable situations. By Pastor Christian Cook. John 1:14 1 In the beginning was the Word and The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. …
Middlebrook to be sworn in as district court judge Dec. 30. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — On Dec. 30, John Middlebrook will be sworn in as the new judge of the 79th District Court. This will be the first time in 18 years the court has had a new judge, as Middlebrook replaces Pete Wadel, who is retiring (see…
Winter weather advisory continues through Christmas Day. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. on Christmas Day (Dec. 25). The affected area includes Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches…
Local health care professionals receive COVID-19 vaccines. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital held its first COVID-19 vaccination clinic Wednesday, Dec. 23, vaccinating hospital personnel, as recommended by Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and District Health Department No. 10 guidelines. “I’ve been looking forward to this for a long time,” said nurse practitioner Madeline…
Kreinbrink takes the reigns as prosecutor. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — Mason County Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Kreinbrink takes over as prosecutor, replacing Paul Spaniola who is retiring at the end of this year. Kreinbrink is a 2009 graduate of Ludington High School. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan with a major in anthropology,…
Full Court Press: Coach Mike Hankwitz Full Court Press is a presentation of House of Flavors, Inc. and Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Orthopedics. Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart speaks with Scottville native Mike Hankwitz, who is set to retire as the defensive coordinator for Northwestern University football team. Hankwitz, 73, will retire following the current season after…
Sexual assault against child tops District Court arraignments By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Alexander Cole Mayse, 21, of 7015 N. 120th Ave., Hart, was arrested Dec. 23 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on two felony counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct (victim between 13-16…
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