The Land: Nickelson’s Needlefast Evergreens The Land is series telling the stories about local agriculture. It is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc.. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Nickelson’s Needlefast Evergreens, also known as Nickelson’s Christmas Trees, farms over 400 acres of trees in Mason County. Owner Ben Nickelson gives a tour of the farm and talks about the Christmas tree industry. …
Ludington councilor reprimanded after swearing at mayor. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Outgoing Fifth Ward City Councilor Angela Serna was reprimanded by a 4-3 vote Monday, Nov. 23, during the regular City Council meeting. The reprimand included a formal letter along with removal of Serna’s seat on the city’s Building and Licensing Committee. During the Nov. 9 regular meeting…
Teacher Tuesday: WSCC’s Sonja Siewert. Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Shelby State Bank, www.shelbystatebank.com. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. VICTORY TWP – Growing up in rural Minnesota, West Shore Community College professor, Sonja Siewert had a love for science from a young age, so majoring in the area of science was no big surprise for her, but she…
Around the County: Ludington State Park Skyline Trail. Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Videographer Katie Provenzano visits the Skyline Trail at the Ludington State Park. The 1.9 mile trail towers above the dunes at the state park with views that extend several miles…
Obituary: Roger Beadle, 75, of Branch. Roger D. Beadle, 75, of Branch passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Roger was born February 26, 1945 in Ludington to Deward and Edna (Tyndall) Beadle. He graduated from Mason County Central in 1963. After high school, Roger worked for Jimmy White’s gas station in…
Obituary: Loraine Abrahamson, 90, of Ludington. Loraine Abrahamson, 90, of Ludington passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020. Loraine Peterson was born to Stanley and D’Esta Peterson on July 14, 1930 in Scottville. She grew up on a farm in New Era with two siblings, an older brother Clair and a younger sister Verna. Her much loved brother died in…
Home invasion arrest tops police 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 46-year old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers Monday, Nov. 23, shortly after 10 a.m. for allegedly invading a home located in the 700 block of North Rowe Street,…
Obituary: Michael Stoel, 63, of Fountain. Michael Jay Stoel, 63, of Fountain, formerly of Holland Mich., went to his Lord and Savior on November 22, 2020. Michael was born in Redlands, Cali. on February 11, 1957. He followed in his dad’s footsteps by pursuing a life in construction and flatwork. Michael married Shannon Wolters on January 15, 1983 and…
Art center to stream holiday special. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) presents the 6th annual We’ll Be Home for the Holidays concert, for the first time ever in a fully virtual format. Hosted once again by Sean and Kali Gilbert, this year’s event will feature performances by Edgar Struble, Taylor Makowicki, Carlos Adan Ortega, Brian Oberlin,…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 24, 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: Michael Jay Stoel, 63, of Fountain, formerly of Holland, Mich., died on Sunday, November 22, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Daniel…
MCC art teacher Rachel Brock brings a sense of social justice to migrant students. Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, Staff Writer. SCOTTVILLE – Summertime is traditionally a time for school-aged kids to have some time off, especially here in northwest Michigan. But, for children in migrant…
The Scoop: Shop with a Cop/Hero 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 Ludington Police Officer Chad Skiba about the 2020 Shop with a Cop/Shop with a Hero program, along with the program’s top fundraiser, the pie auction, which takes place…
Scottville man arrested after locking himself in vehicle during traffic stop. #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 35-year-old Scottville man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies after locking himself inside his vehicle during a traffic stop Friday, Nov. 20, shortly after…
Obituary: Marilyn Lilleberg, 81, of Ludington. Marilyn Lilleberg, 81, a lifelong resident of Ludington, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2020 after a long battle with dementia. Marilyn was born in Ludington on July 11, 1939, the daughter of Alvin and Ellen (Carlson) Maternowski. She will be greatly missed by her daughters, Debbie (John) Lukacs, Trudy (Edward) Lombard, Joyce…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 23, 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: Marilyn Lilleberg, 81, of Ludington, died on November 20, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Michael Jay Stoel, 63, of Fountain, formerly of…
Something for everyone: Rain, sleet and snow expected Tuesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy tonight with a low temperature of 22 degrees. Winds east-northeast at 3 mph. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 Cloudy with snow developing in the afternoon. Some rain or sleet mixed in. Rain and…
Full Court Press: MCE’s Coach Mark Forner. Full Court Press is a presentation of House of Flavors, Inc. and Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital’s Orthopedics Multi-speciality clinic. CUSTER — Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Mark Forner, Mason County Eastern High School/Middle School principal and boys varsity basketball coach. The two talk about the upcoming basketball season. Please…
Rain possible tonight; cloudy Monday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Tonight, rain showers possible, 60%, with a low temperature of 35 degrees. Winds west at 9 mph. Monday, Nov. 23, 2020 Cloudy. High 38; low 23 Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind: NNW…
Obituary: Lorna Dumas, 86, Ludington. Lorna Jean Dumas (Howe), 86, of Ludington passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020. Lorna was born on October 18, 1934, in Scottville, the daughter of Everett and Ruth (Hapner) Dumas, and graduated from Scottville High School with the class of 1952. The following year she married Leonard Howe and they celebrated the births of two daughters,…
Recent arraignments include felony assault. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Christopher Alan Lester, 34, no address listed, was arrested Nov. 16 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on felony charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, felony firearms and…
Obituary: Nedra Besson, 81, of Scottville. Nedra Mae Besson, 81, of Scottville passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. She was born October 16, 1939 in Ludington to LeRoy and Doris (Stever) McLain. Nedra grew up in Ludington and worked at numerous places. Her favorites were the Marine Bar, Gibbs Country House Restaurant, and the Salvation…
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