Woman arrested after deputies find her passed out behind the wheel.

July 23, 2020

Woman arrested after deputies find her passed out behind the wheel. #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. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 29-year-old Ludington woman was arrested Wednesday, July 22, around 7 p.m. at the intersection of US 10 and Brye Road for operating while under the…

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Obituary: David Carlson, 62, Ludington.

July 23, 2020

Obituary: David Carlson, 62, Ludington. David Alan Carlson, 62 of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. David was born in Ludington on July 29, 1957, the son of Russ and Betty (Greiner) Carlson.  He was a loving father, husband, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family and sharing his…

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Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville

July 23, 2020

Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020.   Jaramie was born on September 25, 1976 in Sturgis, the son of Brenda (Bates) Tozer and Rick Jones.  He married Mila Johnson on September 20, 2001.  Jaramie graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1995, then attended West Shore Community…

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Recent deaths, posted July 23, 2020

July 23, 2020

Recent deaths, posted July 23, 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Betty Jane Miller, 83, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at her home.  Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Joy L. Kalchik,…

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Obituary: Julia Morell, 100, Scottville.

July 23, 2020

Obituary: Julia Morell, 100, Scottville. Julia Corinne Morell, 100, longtime resident of Scottville and Mason County, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in Indiana. Julia was born on October 15, 1919 in Riverton Township, the daughter of James C. “Clem” and Bertha (Schwass) Martz, and graduated from Scottville High School. Julia moved to Illinios in 2013 to be near…

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Sunny with some clouds Friday.

July 23, 2020

Sunny with some clouds Friday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies tonight with a low temperature of 58 degrees. Winds light and variable. Friday, July 24, 2020 Sunshine along with some cloudy intervals. Clear at night. High 83; low 60 Precipitation:…

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2 injured following Custer crash; Aeromed dispatched.

July 22, 2020

2 injured following Custer crash; Aeromed dispatched. CUSTER — Two people were injured in a two vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on US 10 in the village. The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. in front of the Custer Village Hall/Fire Station and involved a Chevrolet Cruze, driven by a 26-year-old Scottville area woman, and a Ford E350 Super Duty van, driven…

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Hart man sentenced for attempted CSC.

July 22, 2020

Hart man sentenced for attempted CSC. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — A 20-year-old Hart man was sentenced to jail in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, July 21, for a conviction of attempted first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Alexander Cole Mayse, of 8977 N. 120th Ave., pleaded guilty, May 12. Mayse was sentenced by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski to serve 141…

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Two men arrested in Wellston meth bust.

July 22, 2020

Two men arrested in Wellston meth bust. NORMAN TOWNSHIP — Michael Lott, 30, of Wellston and William Agster, 43, of Irons face felony charges of methamphetamine delivery after an undercover police officer recently purchased meth from them, according to Manistee County Sheriff Kenneth Falk. “On July 15, the Manistee County Sheriff’s Office assisted SSCENT (State Sheriff City Enforcement Narcotics Team)…

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LMTA asking Ludington, Scottville voters for millage renewal. 

July 22, 2020

LMTA asking Ludington, Scottville voters for millage renewal.  LUDINGTON — The taxpayers of the cities of Ludington and Scottville pay a millage to support Ludington Mass Transit Authority. The dial-a-ride service is requesting a renewal of that millage during the Aug. 4 Primary Election.  LMTA is requesting the taxpayers of Ludington and Scottville to renew the millage in an amount…

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Police news.

July 22, 2020

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 recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, July 20, 2020: – 6:45 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Fountain Road east of US 31, Sherman Township. – 1:43 p.m., (MCSO), a report…

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Teacher Tuesday: LASD’s Michal Lacombe.

July 21, 2020

Teacher Tuesday: LASD’s Michal Lacombe. Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Metalworks, a small, family-run company with facilities located in Ludington and Manistee, manufacturing metal office filing systems. Be sure to show your support by liking the Metalworks Facebook page. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. LUDINGTON – Ludington Area Schools teacher Michal Lacombe had aspirations of becoming a veterinarian…

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LPD report.

July 21, 2020

LPD report. #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 Ludington Police Department Monday, July 20, 2020: 3:45 a.m.​, ​probation violation, Washington Avenue and Second Street, City of Ludington. The case is being forwarded to the probation officer. 10:30 a.m.​, driving while…

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Obituary: Richard “Rick” Lee Chapman, 56, Ludington.

July 21, 2020

Obituary: Richard “Rick” Lee Chapman, 56, Ludington. Richard (Rick) Lee Chapman, 56, of Ludington, died peacefully July 19, 2020 among his closest loved ones. Mourning his loss are his wife of 12 years, Renee (Stockwell) Chapman, and grown children Madison Leigh and Mason Daniel Chapman, all of Ludington. He is also survived by siblings Roy and Larry Chapman, Tammy (Van…

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Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, Scottville.

July 21, 2020

Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, Scottville. Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020.  A memorial service will be held outside at Mason County Reform Church in Amber Township on Friday, July 24, 2020 at noon.  Visitation will begin at 10 a.m.  Please be sure to bring a lawn chair.  An obituary will run at a later…

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Obituary: Kathryn Code Erley, 87, of Ludington, formerly of Midland.

July 21, 2020

Obituary: Kathryn Code Erley, 87, of Ludington, formerly of Midland. Kathryn Code Erley, 87, of Ludington, formerly of Midland, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020. She was born August 24, 1932 in Minneapolis, Minn. to Harry and Cora (Lunde) Brown. Kathryn (Kay) attended the University of Michigan from 1950 to 1952, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma…

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Chuck Wagon owner, Rick Chapman, passes away.

July 20, 2020

Chuck Wagon owner, Rick Chapman, passes away. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. It is with great sadness that I must report the passing of Richard “Rick” Lee Chapman, owner of The Chuck Wagon Pizza. Rick, who was 56-years-old, was one of the kindest persons I have known. He ran an incredible business and made every single customer feel special. Customer service…

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The Scoop: Back to school questions and answers. 

July 20, 2020

The Scoop: Back to school questions and answers.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — Many parents are concerned about local schools’ plans for the beginning of the school year. Today, on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with West Shore Educational Service District Superintendent Jason Jeffrey and Mason County Central Public Schools Superintendent Jeff Mount, representing area superintendents, about back to school plans. …

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MCC to offer students options for school year.

July 20, 2020

MCC to offer students options for school year. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Superintendent Jeff Mount announced this morning on the district’s Facebook page that the district will offer its students the options of face-to-face instruction or learning from home instruction during the upcoming 2020-2021 school year.  “The Mason County Central School District believes that in-person…

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Scottville man killed in motorcycle/Jeep crash.

July 20, 2020

Scottville man killed in motorcycle/Jeep crash. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 43-year-old Scottville man died in a motorcycle/Jeep crash Saturday, July 18, shortly before 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Dennis and Johnson roads, according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Dan Thomas. The motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene, Thomas said. The 2009 Jeep Wrangler…

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Body of missing boater recovered.

July 20, 2020

Body of missing boater recovered. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP— The body of Nathan Troy Munsey, 47, of Goodrich, was recovered from Round Lake Sunday evening. Munsey was staying at Cabin Fever Round Lake Resort, 6503 E. Sugar Grove Road for a family reunion. He and other family members were on a pontoon boat when he apparently jumped from…

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