WSCC Muddy Fox Trot 5k cancelled. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Muddy Fox Trot will take a hiatus for one year after organizers decided to cancel the race due to ongoing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. The sixth annual family-friendly 5K mud run, with a boot camp style obstacle course, was scheduled for July 18, on the college’s…
High speed chase suspect arraigned. #MasonCountyCrime LUDINGTON —James Thomas Espinoza, 27, of 1833 Palace Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, was arraigned in 79th District Court on charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and reckless driving. Espinoza was arrested Tuesday, May 26, 2020 by Scottville Police Department following a high speed chase that began in Scottville and ended in Branch Township.…
Recent arraignments include assaulting police officer charges. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court. Felonies – Devonta Gene Young, 25, of 404 N. James St., Apt. 2, Ludington, was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office on May 25, 2020 and charged with three counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer, punishable by up to two…
WSCC suspends performing arts events until Oct. 12. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College Performing Arts is developing alternative plans for large-group rehearsals and performing events which were scheduled to start as early as August. The plan includes continuing the suspension of all face-to-face WSCC Performing Arts events until October 12. This suspension includes weekly performing music ensemble rehearsals,…
Obituary: Alison Cope Puffer, 89, Hamlin Township. July 7, 1930 – May 25, 2020 Alison Cope Puffer, 89, passed away on Memorial Day, peacefully at home, with her hospital bed positioned in the living room so she could see her beloved Hamlin Lake. She had a stroke May 12, spent a week in the hospital and came home on hospice…
Portion of LaSalle Road to close for repairs. GRANT TOWNSHIP — LaSalle Road between US 31 and Hoague Road will be closed to all traffic, due to a culvert repair, beginning Monday, June 1. The work is expected to take two to three days.
Cooler temps over the weekend. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Tonight, light rain transitioning to a few showers by morning. Low temperature of 52 degrees. Friday, May 29, 2020 Cloudy early then sunny in the afternoon. High 64; low 45. Precipitation: 20% day; 10% evening. Wind: NNW 10 mph day; N 9 mph evening. Humidity: 73% day; 78% evening. Sunrise:…
Suds on the Shore cancelled. LUDINGTON — Suds on the Shore has been added to the list of the events that have cancelled for the summer. The event is a major fundraiser for the United Way of Mason County. “This was an extremely hard decision for everyone involved,” said Lynne Russell, Executive Director of the United Way of Mason County.…
Alleged drunk driver arrested after going 120-130 mph. #MasonCountyCrime SCOTTVILLE — Scottville police arrested a 27-year-old Grand Rapids man Tuesday night, May 26, on charges of operating while intoxicated and reckless driving after the man was driving at speeds between 120-130 mph, according to Scottville Police Chief Matt Murphy. Scottville police were patrolling the 200 block of East State Street…
Honoring MCC’s seniors. SCOTTVILLE — The graduating seniors of Mason County Central High School are being honored with banners that will be on display in downtown Scottville. The banners are sponsored by MCC, Safety Decals, Mason County Press, City of Scottville, and an anonymous donor. The banners are being installed by the Scottville Department of Public Works and are expected…
Duane G. Cooper, 78, Ludington Duane G. Cooper, 78, of Ludington, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Sunday, May 24, 2020. Duane was born in Ludington, on August 8, 1941, to LaVerne and Helen (Wagner) Cooper. Duane graduated from Ludington High School in 1960, and then attended Michigan State University where he was on the boxing team.…
Rhythm & Dunes cancelled for 2020. LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank’s Rhythm & Dunes free summer concert series scheduled for later this summer has been cancelled due to the pandemic. “The decision to postpone the concert series was not made lightly,” said Raymond A. Biggs, president and CEO. “The health and safety of our communities, volunteers, vendors, and visitors was…
Police 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 police activity in Mason County Tuesday, May 26, 2020: – 5:44 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), assist Pere Marquette Fire Department with traffic, Pere Marquette Highway and First Street, Pere Marquette Township. – 3:03 p.m.,…
Rain expected Thursday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Partly cloudy early tonight. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible later. Low temperature of 62 degrees, wind south at 1 mph. Thursday, May 28, 2020 Showers early becoming a steady rain later in the day and into evening. High 68; low 52 Precipitation: 70% day; 80% evening. Wind: SW 9 mph…
Teacher Tuesday: LAC’s Mr. Thompson says goodbye to his school family. 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 – After 28 years in education and…
Gas leak causes explosion. #MasonCountyNews PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A gas leak from a piece of equipment caused an explosion early this morning at Rieth-Riley Construction Co, 5621 W. First St. The explosion could be heard and felt several miles away. Emergency personnel were called to the scene at 5:50 a.m. Pere Marquette Fire Department Chief Larry Gaylord said there…
Full Court Press: LHS’s Sierra Holmes Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Sierra Holmes, Ludington High School Varsity Softball coach. They discuss the sport and also the can and bottle returnable drive the team is holding to help those in need. Full Court Press is a presentation of Shelby State Bank and House of Flavors, Inc.
Obituary: Manuel Padron, 71, Scottville. Manuel Padron, 71, of Scottville, formerly of Eagle Pass, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Manuel was born on January 31, 1949, in Eagle Pass, Texas, the son of Alberto Aguilar Padron and Maria Arellano. He married Emilia Cavazos on July 5, 1969 at St. Simon Catholic Church in Ludington. Manuel graduated from…
Man arrested after nearly hitting sheriff’s car head-on. #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. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 34-year-old Ludington man was arrested Saturday evening, May 23, after he reportedly crossed the centerline on Johnson Road nearly striking a fully marked sheriff’s patrol vehicle head-on,…
Ludington man charged with resisting officers, drunk driving following crash. #MasonCountyCrime. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office on Friday, May 22, 2020 and charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated first offense along with three county of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer. Reenya Bilal-Clinton Burrell, 28, of 410 S. Washington Ave., Apt. 1,…
5-year-old old injured in ORV/golf cart crash. #MasonCountyNews. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 5-year-old Fountain area boy received non-life-threatening injuries after the ORV he was riding was struck by an 11-year-old child who was driving a golf cart Saturday, May 23. The crash occurred on 32nd Street near Stolberg Road. Emergency personnel were called to the scene at 8:03 p.m. Responding…
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