Covenant Christian School to hold annual auction.

October 15, 2019

Covenant Christian School to hold annual auction. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Covenant Christian School will hold its annual auction on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. at the school, 2980 W. US 10. Entry into the event and appetizers are free. Proceeds go directly to building maintenance, curriculum, utilities, and all additional operating expenses. Tuition is responsible for covering payroll for the…

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Obituary: Izeek Joe Ratliff, 21, of Scottville

October 14, 2019

Obituary: Izeek Joe Ratliff, 21, of Scottville Izeek Joe Ratliff, 21, of Scottville died Friday, October 11, 2019 from injuries of an automobile accident.  Izeek was born on November 15, 1997 in Ludington, was raised in the loving home of his parents James and Sonja (Luomala) Ratliff, and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 2016. …

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Suspect who drowned trying to flee from police identified.

October 14, 2019

Suspect who drowned trying to flee from police identified. #LudingtonNews. LUDINGTON — The suspect in a domestic assault case who ran from police and drowned after jumping into a bayou has been identified as Jeremy Wayne Linstrom, 44, of Ludington, said Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett. Ludington police officers responded to a complaint in the 200 block of East Danaher…

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MCC High School reschedules parent-teacher conferences.

October 14, 2019

MCC High School reschedules parent-teacher conferences. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School has rescheduled its parent-teacher conferences due to unforeseen circumstances, according to Principal Jeff Tuka. Conferences were originally scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 16 and have been rescheduled to Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Parents with questions may call the high school at 231-757-4748.

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Rep. O’Malley announces October office hours

October 14, 2019

Rep. O’Malley announces October office hours State Rep. Jack O’Malley, R-Lake Ann, has announced his October in-district office hours. “The best part of my job is listening to the input of residents from the ‘Fighting 101st’,” Rep. O’Malley said. “I hope you’ll join me at one of my stops this month and share what’s on your mind.” Rep. O’Malley will…

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Gus Macker funds donated to local organizations. 

October 14, 2019

Gus Macker funds donated to local organizations.  LUDINGTON — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce recently awarded donations to community organizations as a result of the 2019 Ludington Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament. The tournament, hosted by the chamber, was held last June at Stearns Park Beach and had courts for 751 teams playing 3-on-3 basketball. Funds…

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Obituary: Dorothy Ann Smogoleski, 82, of Ludington

October 14, 2019

Obituary: Dorothy Ann Smogoleski, 82, of Ludington Dorothy Ann Smogoleski, 82, of Ludington joined her Lord and Savior Sunday, October 13, 2019. She was born August 25, 1937 in Ludington to Marshall and Daisy Mattis. Dorothy married the late Larry Smogoleski on January 8, 1955 in Ludington. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Dorothy enjoyed crocheting…

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Drunk driving, DWLS arrests top weekend police activity.

October 14, 2019

Drunk driving, DWLS arrests top weekend police activity. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019: – 10:43 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 29-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving while license suspended (DWLS) following a traffic stop, First Street near Pere Marquette Highway, Pere Marquette Township. Friday, Oct. 11, 2019:…

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Occasional rain showers Tuesday. 

October 14, 2019

Occasional rain showers Tuesday.  Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. A few clouds tonight with light and variable winds. Low temperature about 34 degrees. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers. High 55; low 44 Precipitation: 60% day; 60% evening. Wind: SSE 11 mph day; W 8 mph evening. Humidity: 77% day; 90% evening. Sunrise: 7:59 a.m.; sunset:…

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Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold fundraiser.

October 14, 2019

Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold fundraiser. LUDINGTON — Lakeshore Animal Friends will hold a fundraiser, Oh! For “Pet’s Sake, on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. at PM Steamers, 502 W. Loomis St. The event will include appetizers, chocolate fountain and dessert bar, 50/50 raffle, silent auction and a live auction hosted by Sherman Morse. Tickets are $15 per person…

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Recent deaths, posted Oct. 14, 2019

October 14, 2019

Recent deaths, posted Oct. 14, 2019 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Bonnie Mercein Blanchard, 67, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, October 13, 2019.  Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Dorothy Ann Smogoleski, 82, of Ludington, died on Sunday, October 13, 2019. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington.   Jeremy Wayne Linstrom, 44, of…

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Suspect fleeing from police dies after jumping into bayou.

October 13, 2019

Suspect fleeing from police dies after jumping into bayou. #LudingtonNews. LUDINGTON — A suspect in a domestic assault case, who ran from police and attempted to swim into a bayou has died. Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett said police officers responded to a complaint on East Danaher Street about 6 p.m. tonight, Sunday, Oct. 13. The suspect, the ex-husband of…

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Rain tonight, cloudy Monday.

October 13, 2019

Rain tonight, cloudy Monday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Showers expected this evening, then partly cloudy skies overnight. Low temperature of 37 degrees. Monday, Oct. 14, 2019. Considerable clouds early with a decrease later in the day. High 47; low 35. Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind: W 9 mph day; S 3 mph evening. Humidity: 69% day; 88% evening.…

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Obituary: Mable M. Willavage, 97, Branch.

October 13, 2019

Obituary: Mable M. Willavage, 97, Branch. Mable M. Willavage, 97, longtime resident of Branch, died on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Coldwater, Mich.  Mable was born on September 21, 1922 in Meridian, Mississippi, the daughter of John and Marie Evans and married George Downing in 1940.  George preceded her in death in 1959.  Mabel later married George Willavage on May…

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MCC to host Fall Festival on Oct. 31.

October 13, 2019

MCC to host Fall Festival on Oct. 31. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central School District is holding its annual Fall Festival as a family outreach event. This will be on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Hot dogs, candy, cookies and juice will be served. Principals Kevin Kimes and Chris Etchison will be grilling while staff members will…

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Recent deaths, posted Oct. 13, 2019

October 13, 2019

Recent deaths, posted Oct. 13, 2019 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Izeek Ratliff, 21, of Scottville died on Friday, October 11, 2019.  Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Mabel Willavage, 97, of Branch died Sunday, October 13, 2019.  Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Larry Sholtey,…

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Tuttle road crash victim identified.

October 12, 2019

Tuttle road crash victim identified. #MasonCountyNews. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Izeek Joe Ratliff, 21, of Scottville died Friday evening as a result of a single vehicle crash on North Tuttle Road. Ratliff was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu car, converted to a demolition derby vehicle, northbound on Tuttle Road south of Filburn Road, when the vehicle apparently “drifted right, went off…

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North breakwater closed

October 12, 2019

LUDINGTON — The north breakwater has been closed by Ludington Police Department due to current weather conditions.

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