LPD Chief Barnett retires today; Kozal to take over Thursday. #LudingtonNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Editor’s Note: It has been an honor to work with Chief Mark Barnett in various capacities over the last 19 years. I am proud to call him my friend. Mark is one of the most humble men I know and truly cares about the citizens…
Repeat offender faces prison time for drug charges. LUDINGTON — Zachary Allan Shurlow, 26, of 618 1/2 E. Melendy St., was recently arraigned in 79th District Court on the felony charge of controlled substance delivery/manufacturing (delivery of fentanyl) and habitual offender, fourth offense. He was arrested Friday, May 1, 2020 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. According to Sheriff Kim…
Obituary: Anthony Ray Bennett, 31, Ludington. Anthony Ray Bennett, 31, of Ludington, formerly of Palmersville, Tenn. passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at his home. Anthony was born on August 16, 1988, in Martin, Tenn. to Terina Howard and John Bennett. Anthony married Ashley Verboam on July 7, 2016 at Stearns Park in Ludington. Anthony worked as a line leader…
Driver going 100 mph cited for 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. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 42-year-old Grand Rapids man was cited for driving while license suspended (DWLS) and speeding Tuesday, May 5, shortly before 1 p.m. on US 31 near Oceana Drive, said Mason…
Recent births, posted May 6, 2020. The birth announcements are a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Avery Grace Overholt, the daughter of Andrea and Trevor Overholt of Ludington, was born Monday, April 27, 2020. Avery Marie Lou Plasterer, the daughter of Cassandra…
Sunny skies expected Thursday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. A few clouds tonight with a low temperature of 34 degrees. Wind out of the south at 4 mph. Thursday, May 7, 2020 Sunny. High 50; low 29 Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind: N 13 mph day; NNE 7 mph evening. Humidity: 58% day; 61% evening. Sunrise: 6:28 a.m.; sunset:…
Scottville voters approve charter amendment. SCOTTVILLE — Voters approved an amendment to the city’s charter to consolidate the two wards into one during Tuesday’s election. The measure passed 117 to 24. The election had a small turnout of 141 out of 1,013 of registered voters, 14%. Currently, the city is divided into two wards, the first ward is west of…
The Scoop: Lake Jump 2020. Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins interviews Tara Autrey, Amy Marsh and Sara Ewing from Lakeshore Food 4 Kids, which is the recipient of this year’s Lake Jump. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the traditional Lake Jump couldn’t take place. Instead, the theme was changed to Jump Where You Are. Lakeshore Food 4 Kids provides…
Fire destroys Sherman Twp. barn. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a barn on the Bruce Riffle Farm, 3086 E. Sugar Grove Road, Tuesday afternoon, May 5. Emergency units were first dispatched to the scene at 4:26 p.m. The first unit on scene reported the barn was fully engulfed. Several cattle were in the barn, many ending up in fields across…
Teacher Tuesday: MCE’s Sarah Nekola, for the love of science. Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Metalworks. Metalworks is 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 here. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. CUSTER – Mason County Eastern teacher…
Scottville residents voting on ward consolidation proposal. SCOTTVILLE — Today, May 5, registered voters in Scottville will decide on a charter amendment proposal that will reduce the number of wards in the city from two to one. An amendment to a charter requires a referendum. Currently, the city is divided into two wards, the first ward is west of Main…
Driver in Sunday motorcycle crash identified. #MasonCountyNews. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Ronald Paul Curtis, 56, of Fountain has been identified as the driver of the motorcycle involved in a single vehicle motorcycle/deer crash Sunday evening, May 3. Emergency units were called to US 31, about half mile north of the Pere Marquette Highway on-ramp at 6:11 p.m. Curtis was traveling…
2 kayakers rescued from PM River. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old woman and a 12-year-old girl, who are both from Saginaw, were rescued from the Pere Marquette River Monday morning, May 4, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The water emergency occurred shortly before 8:30 a.m. off South Landon Road. “Emergency crews were called to a reported female hanging…
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Weekly Update, May 5, 2020. The following was submitted by Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital: If you have specific questions about hospital operations, please contact the hospital directly at 231-843-2591. The hospital does not respond to questions asked on the MCP or OCP Facebook pages. LUDINGTON —Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is providing a weekly update regarding activities…
USDA $470 million food buy could help local farmers. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Department of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the USDA will purchase $470 million worth of food in the third quarter of fiscal year 2020, in addition to purchases previously announced, which will enable USDA to purchase surplus food for distribution to communities nationwide. The Section 32 purchases…
Charges sought against 7 suspects for Camp Sauble break-in. #MasonCountyCrime FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Charges are being sought against seven people — ranging in age from 18 to 24 — following a reported break-in at the Camp Sauble Prison Friday, May 1, shortly before midnight, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Charges of illegal entry, damaged property and an executive…
Obituary: Kimberly Frase, 39, Ludington. Kimberly Sue Frase, 39, of Ludington, formerly of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 in Grand Rapids. Kimberly Eckholm was born on November 30, 1980 in Shelby, the daughter of David and Nancy Eckholm. She graduated from Hart High School, class of 1999, and attended West Shore Community College. Kimberly married Jeremy Frase…
Obituary: James Grey, 77, of Ludington. James Robert Grey, 77, of Ludington, formerly of Northville nd Hornell, NY, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. He was born March 31, 1943 in Hornell, NY to Robert and Beth Grey. Jim graduated from Hornell High School and Alfred University. He married Jennifer “Jenny”…
Suspect allegedly runs from deputy after stealing phone. #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. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 46-year-old Holland, Michigan man was arrested after allegedly running from a Mason County sheriff’s deputy following a theft of a cell phone from a vehicle Friday, May 1,…
Home Tips: Ways to baby-proof your home. A presentation of Century 21 Bayshore Real Estate. What do cabinets, countertops, bath spouts, toilets, and outlets have in common? They are all areas of the home that can be dangerous for your baby or toddler. Baby-proof your home to make it a safe place for creating family memories with your loved ones.…
Cloudy skies ahead. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Overcast tonight with a low temperature of 35 degrees. Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the evening. High 53; low 36 Precipitation: 20% day; 20% evening. Wind: ENE 8 mph day; NE 7 mph evening. Humidity: 52% day; 63% evening. Sunrise: 6:30 a.m.; sunset: 8:54 p.m.…
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