Ludington man dies following US 31 crash. GRANT TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — An 86-year-old Ludington man died Monday, Nov. 30, following a single-vehicle crash on US 31 near Rothbury Sunday morning, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “It is my unfortunate duty to advise you that Mr. Beverly Collins passed away today at 4:33 p.m. from the injuries he’d sustained…
Farm Crates program teaches Scottville Elementary students about agriculture. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — In an effort to support teachers and students as they navigate education during a pandemic, Michigan Farm Bureau and Michigan Agriculture in the Classroom have been offering an agricultural…
Ludington couple injured in US 31 rollover crash. GRANT TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — An elderly Ludington couple were injured in a single-vehicle crash on US 31 near Park Road Sunday, Nov. 29, shortly after 7 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. Beverly Collins, 86, and Virginia Mae Collins, 83, were passengers in a 2007 Ford Econoline…
First responders rescue Lapeer County man from Lake Michigan. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old Matamora (Lapeer County) man was rescued from Lake Michigan Saturday afternoon by local first responders. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, Mason-Oceana 911 received a call at 3:10 p.m. on Nov. 28 reporting a person was in the water off the north…
Manistee man cited for 5th-offense DWLS. #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. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 44-year-old Manistee man was cited by the Michigan State Police for fifth-offense driving while license suspended (DWLS) on Jebavy Drive near Angling Road Thursday, Nov. 26, at 3:15 p.m., said…
Prowling incidents top LPD’s weekend activity. #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. LUDINGTON — A 53-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for disorderly conduct — prowling and public intoxication — Saturday, Nov. 28, shortly after 11 p.m. in the 1000 block of Mitchell…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 30, 2020 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: Opal McRill, 95, of Baldwin, died on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Arrangements by to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. David Anthony Phillips Sr., 77,…
Cloudy skies expected Tuesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Tonight, cloudy with a few flurries possible, 20%. Low temperature of 29 degrees. Winds north at 13 mph. Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020. Cloudy skies early in the day, partially clearing later in the day. High 37; low 31 Precipitation:…
Obituary: Scott Preston, 59, of Ludington. Scott Roy Preston, 59, of Ludington, formerly of Lansing, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020. Scott was born on April 30, 1961, at St. Lawrence Hospital in Lansing, the son of Lee LeRoy and Judy Marlene Preston. He married Rae Marie Tiltman on August 25, 1984, at the Fenton Gazebo in Genesee…
Snow possible tonight, Monday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Cloudy tonight. Snow showers developing late with a 40% chance of precipitation. Low temperature of 30 degrees. Winds north at 10 to 20 mph. Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. Variably cloudy with snow showers. High 33; low 29 Precipitation: 40%…
Sportsman’s Restaurant and Bar, a three generation business, up for sale. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, MCP Staff Writer. LUDINGTON – Sportsman’s Restaurant and Bar, 111 E. Ludington Ave., along with its companion businesses, The Mitten Bar and Barley & Rye, is for sale. The business has been in the Payment family for 65 years. Third generation owners Megan (Payment) and Brian…
1921 professional baseball team named to sports hall of fame. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sports Hall of Fame has selected the 1921 Ludington Mariners professional minor league baseball team to its Class of 2021. The team will be the only honorees to the MCSHF Class of 2021. Due to the COVID19 environment, the MCSHF decided in May…
WSCC honors society collecting food for high schoolers. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the international honors society for two-year college students, is holding a food drive to make sure that area high schoolers and their families don’t go hungry this holiday break. From November 30 to December 14, PTK members will be…
Mental Health Matters: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder By Alan Neushwander. The first day of winter is the shortest day of the year. This year, it falls on December 21. While we are still a few weeks away from winter, we are only seeing about nine hours of daylight each day. The lack of sunshine can impact your mood and…
Obituary: Martha Brillhart, 79, of Ludington. Martha Sue Brillhart, 79, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Martha was born on March 20, 1941 in Louisville, Ky., the daughter of Jonathon and Edyth (Poynter) Harrison. She loved camping, fishing, bowling, bingo, and most importantly, spending time with family. Among her many jobs, she was a server at Hobby…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 28, 2020 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: James “Jim” Dale Thomas, 77, of Ludington, died on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Clara Louise Meyers, 87, of Ludington, died on Friday, November 27, 2020. Listing…
The Sccop: Toys for Tots drive at Betten Baker Ford. The Scoop is a presentation of West Shore Bank and Betten Baker Ford of Ludington. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins visits Betten Baker Ford to talk about the dealership’s annual Toys for Tots and canned food campaigns. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason…
Home invasion charges top 79th District Court arraignments By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Daniel Lee Bothwell, 44, of 2474 21st St., Branch, was arrested Nov. 20 by Ludington Police Department (LPD) on a felony charge of first degree home invasion. Probable cause hearing: Dec. 2 at 2:30 p.m.…
Driver having medical emergency goes over 100 mph, nearly striking vehicles. #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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A motorist suffering a medical emergency on US 31 near the Manistee/Mason County line nearly struck several vehicles and reached speeds over 100 mph Thanksgiving evening,…
Obituary: Donna Masse, 83, Ludington. Donna Jean Masse, 83, of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Oakview Medical Care Facility. Donna Tacktor was born on April 8, 1937 in Ludington, the daughter of Herbert and Ella (Brankert) Tacktor. She married Rodney R. Masse on September 5, 1959 at St. Simon Catholic Church. He preceded her in…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 27, 2020 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: Martha Brillhart, 79, of Ludington, died on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019…
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