Teacher Spotlight: Karen Shineldecker, lifelong pursuit of science.

March 9, 2021

Teacher Spotlight: Karen Shineldecker, lifelong pursuit of science. 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 – Following in her grandmother’s footsteps, Ludington Area Schools teacher, Karen Shineldecker knew she wanted to become a teacher at a…

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The Scoop: Library update: re-opening plan, March Reading Month.

March 9, 2021

The Scoop: Library update: re-opening plan, March Reading Month. The Scoop is a presentation of Betten Baker Ford of Ludington and West Shore Bank. LUDINGTON — Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Sue Carlson and Eric Smith of the Mason County District Library. They discuss the library’s plans to re-open its buildings and also about March Reading…

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Ludington woman arrested on multiple warrants.

March 9, 2021

Ludington woman arrested on multiple warrants. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP —​ A 24-year-old Ludington  woman was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Monday, March 8, shortly before 7 a.m. following a one-vehicle crash on Hansen Road east of Meyers Road on charges of driving while license suspended…

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Obituary: Charles Monton, 87, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Pentwater.

March 9, 2021

Obituary: Charles Monton, 87, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Pentwater. Charles Joseph Monton, 87, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021, with his wife at his side, at the Ted and Diane Brandley Hospice House in Summerfield, Florida. Charles was born in Riverton Township, Michigan, the son of Paul and Bessie (Matejovitz) Monton. He grew up on the family…

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Rain expected Wednesday.

March 9, 2021

Rain expected Wednesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy this evening. Slight chance of a rain shower. Low temperature of 48 degrees. Winds south at 10 to 20 mph. Wednesday, March 10, 2021 Rain. High 57; low 47 Precipitation: 80% day; 62% evening. Wind: S 17 mph…

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Obituary: Michael Grams, 72, of Ludington.

March 9, 2021

Obituary: Michael Grams, 72, of Ludington. Michael John Grams, 72, passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2021, at his home in Ludington.     Mike was a 1966 graduate of Ludington High School and attended Grand Rapids Community College, West Shore Community College and Central Michigan University.   He was employed as a custodian for Ludington Area School District for…

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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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