Muskegon man sentenced to prison for receiving, concealing stolen property and assaulting police. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Jonathan Dale Moore, 47, of 687 Turner St., Muskegon, was found guilty April 13, 2021 of receiving and concealing stolen property $1,000-$20,000 and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and was sentenced June 1,…
Obituary: Glenn Kretchman, 82, of Free Soil Glenn Frederick Kretchman, 82, of Free Soil, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Glenn was born on November 4, 1938 in Niles to Leo and Ethel (Nye) Kretchman. Glenn graduated from Niles High School in 1957. Shortly after graduating he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was stationed on the U.S.S. Firedrake…
Obituary: Joanne Silver, 88, of Ludington. Joanne C. Silver, 88, of Ludington passed away peacefully Monday, June 7, 2021 at her home with her family by her side. She was born August 11, 1932 in Grand Rapids, to George and Margaret (Baird) Bowne. Joanne graduated from Ludington Area Catholic School in 1950. She married the late Harvey Silver on April…
WSCC health occupations program deadlines approaching. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Application deadlines for the West Shore Community College Computed Tomography (CT) and Electroencephalogram)/Neurodiagnostic (EEG) programs is July 1, 2021. Applications are to be completed online for both programs and may be found here. The CT program prepares students to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-CT) exam. A CT scan is…
Hot temps continue. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear skies with a low temperature of 64 degrees tonight. Winds east at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday, June 10, 2021 Clear skies. High 86; low 64. Precipitation: 18% day; 14% evening. Wind: SSW 8 mph day; NE 5 mph…
Suspect in teen’s murder had just been released from Mason Co. Jail. MT. PLEASANT — An Isabella County man who was recently bonded out of the Mason County Jail is facing charges for the stabbing death of a Mt. Pleasant teenaged girl. Isiah Gary “Zeke” Gardenhire, 40, of 4173 S. Isabella Rd., Mt. Pleasant, is the main suspect in the…
Obituary: Gerald Chancellor, 76, of Fountain. Gerald M. “Jerry” Chancellor, 76, of Fountain, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at his home. Jerry, the son of Moran E. and Bertha A. (Schoenherr) Chancellor, was born in Ludington on October 31, 1944. He graduated from Mason County Eastern High School with the class of 1963. He attended Northwestern Michigan College…
Man arrested after deputy finds loaded handgun in front seat. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A 42-year-old Ludington man was arrested during a traffic stop when a Mason County sheriff’s deputy found a loaded 9mm handgun in the front seat of his vehicle…
Obituary: Charles “Bud” Christmas, Jr., 85, of Scottville. Fisherman, hunter, and all-around outdoorsman, Charles “Bud” Christmas, Jr. entered Jesus’ awaiting arms somewhat unexpectedly on Saturday, June 5, 2021 while at home. Bud was born in Battle Creek to Charles “Bud” Sr. & Rita (Jackel) Christmas on June 19, 1935. Bud had a variety of jobs in Mason County until he…
Griswold honored for 42 years on Custer council. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. CUSTER — The Custer Village Council honored retiring clerk Margaret “Lolly” Griswold for her 42 years of service to the village during its regular meeting Monday, June 7. Griswold began serving on the council in 1978 and recently stepped down. Taking her place is Cathy Sanders. Griswold said…
Custer village approves liquor license request from Sanders Meats. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. CUSTER — During its regular monthly meeting Monday, June 7, Custer Village Council approved a resolution giving Sanders Meats permission to apply for a liquor license with the State of Michigan. Owner Dave Sanders, who is also a village councilor, said the business is considering selling packaged…
Scottville city commission considering revamping chicken ordinance. SCOTTVILLE — The City Commission heard a first reading of a revamped chicken ordinance during its regular meeting Monday, June 7. The change in ordinance gives the city manager authority to approve requests by residents for backyard chickens rather than the commission, as it is currently written. The current ordinance does not allow…
3 receive minor injuries in crash. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — The driver and two passengers suffered minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Nurnberg Road near Green Road Friday, June 4, shortly after 12:30 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. An…
Video: MCC superintendent discusses upcoming community forum. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Superintendent Jeff Mount speaks with MCP reporter Kate Krieger-Watkins about the community forum scheduled for Tuesday, June 8, 6 p.m. at MCC High School. The forum will be an informal discussion about…
Ludington man arrested for assaulting bouncers. LUDINGTON — A 47-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for assault and battery against bouncers at the Sand Bar on James Street Saturday, June 5, shortly before 11:30 p.m., according to Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. “The man and a 27-year-old Ludington woman were being escorted out of the Sand Bar by bouncers…
Man staggering in front of cars arrested for disorderly conduct. LUDINGTON — A 41-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for disorderly conduct/public intoxication after staggering in the roadway in front of cars on Stearns Outer Drive Saturday, June 5, shortly before 6:30 p.m., said Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. “The man was intoxicated to the point where he was a danger…
County schools offering free summer meals for kids. Ludington Area Schools, Mason County Central Schools, and Mason County Eastern Schools will be offering summer meal programs for children ages 18 and younger again following the end of the school year. Meals are free and non-income based, serving both breakfast and lunch. No sign up is needed. All meals are to…
MCC Jazz Band receives top ratings. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central High School Jazz Band recently received straight 1 (top) ratings during a recent state jazz festival, held virtually. In addition, students Brandon Dunn and Wesley Stream were nominated by the judges as…
Rhythm & Dunes series to feature beach, 80s music. LUDINGTON West Shore Bank will again hold its popular Rhythm & Dunes concerts this summer. The annual summer concert series was postponed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With Michigan’s capacity limit for outdoor events lifted, bank officials have decided to move forward with hosting the two planned summer concerts…
Obituary: Beverly Nichols, 69, of Scottville. Beverly Ann Nichols, 69, lifelong resident of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at the home of her daughter Stacy in Twin Lake. Beverly was born on March 12, 1952 in Ludington, the daughter of William and Marion (Vance) Gillett, and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 7, 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: Charles “Bud” Christmas Jr., 85, of Scottville, died on Saturday, June 5, 2021. A funeral will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at…
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