Full Court Press: New owners of Lakeside Links Golf Course. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Scott and Leona Ashley, the new owners of Lakeside Links Golf Course. Scott has been the golf pro at Lakeside Links for the past 17 years and the couple bought it on July 1. Full Court…
Governor signs mask mandate order. LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order Friday, July 10, that requires individuals to wear a face covering whenever they are in an indoor public space. Those who do not comply with the order could face a misdemeanor charge and a $500 fine. Although, jail would not be imposed. “It also requires the…
Recent arraignments include felony drunk driving. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. #MasonCountyCrime LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Zachary Thomas Lefler, 28, of 4104 65th St., Holland, was arrested July 3 by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on a felony charge of operating a vehicle while under the influence of liquor…
Police investigate identity theft involving unemployment benefits. #MasonCountyCrime MASON COUNTY — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office received two complaints Thursday of identity theft involving unemployment benefits, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. In both cases, “the complainant reported that an unknown person applied for unemployment benefits in their name,” said Sheriff Cole. One case was reported in Hamlin Township,…
Grand Rapids man injured in waterskiing accident. #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 Grand Rapids man was injured following a water skiing accident on Hamlin Lake Thursday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Life EMS…
Scottville Youth Football camp scheduled. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Youth Football (Pop Warner) program is offering its annual summer football camp Tuesday, July 28 through Thursday, July 30 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at MacPhail Field. On the third day of camp the Scottville Optimist Club Tri-Star Punt, Pass & Kick contest will be held. Awards will be handed out…
Funeral service notice: Darrell ‘Toby’ Zwick, 81, Ludington. Darrell “Toby” Zwick, 81, of Ludington passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2020 at home surrounded by the love and support of his family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Scottville at 11 a.m. For everyone’s safety a mask will…
Township Officers July meeting cancelled. The Mason County Township Officers Association Meeting that was scheduled for July 19, 2020 at the Meade Township Hall has been cancelled due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements. Meade Township will host the meeting on October 15, 2020.
Stiles & Sugar Grove changing to 3-way stop. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The intersection of Stiles and Sugar Grove roads will temporarily be changed to a three-way stop due to the current detour route caused by the closure of US 31 between US 10 and Sugar Grove Road. Normally, Stiles Road has the right-of-way with Sugar Grove stopping. Beginning Monday, July…
Crashes cause minor injuries. #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 Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, July 8, 2020: – 12:17 p.m., one-vehicle crash, minor injuries, Hansen Road east of Meyers Road, Amber Township. A 23-year-old Ludington woman received non-life-threatening injuries…
King CPL Instruction offering weekend classes. SCOTTVILLE — King CPL Instruction, LLC is offering concealed pistol license classes on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer at the McMaster Professional Center, 101 N. Main St. The classes are being taught by mother and son team, Susan McCray-King and Trinity King. Susan is a lifelong educator and Trinity is an avid firearms…
College library offers curbside service. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s William M. Anderson Library is now offering curbside pickup for students and community members. The service will be available Monday – Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. “This service is especially important for students taking summer classes who need research materials, but anyone who lives within the…
Obituary: Howard McKay, 79, Scottville. Howard E. McKay, 79, of Scottville and formerly of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2020. Howard was born on March 28, 1941 to James and Beatrice McKay. He enjoyed life on the family fruit farm in Summit Township where he attended French School. He graduated from Ludington High School in 1959. Over a…
Recent deaths, posted July 9, 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: Patricia Myers, 68, of Branch died on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at her home. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Reverend Robert “Bob” E.…
Thunderstorms possible tonight Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies early tonight. Thunderstorms developing late. Low temperature of 69 degrees. Friday, July 10, 2020 Thunderstorms likely during the day. Mostly cloudy skies in the evening. High 76; low 61 Precipitation: 80% day;…
The Land: Lack of rain impacting Christmas trees. The Land is a series telling the stories about local agriculture. It is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, Staff Writer. AMBER TWP – With the weather reaching the upper 80s and into the 90s, farmers across Mason County and other parts of Michigan have been dealing with many…
Local allied health students place second in world West Shore School News is a presentation of the West Shore Educational School District in collaboration with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Hart High School students Harlie Choponis and Elizabeth Vega finished second place in the HOSA (formerly (Health Occupations Students of America/Future Health Professionals) 2020 Virtual…
Recent births, posted July 8, 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). Mikayla Lane Marston, the daughter of Allison and Lucas Marston of Hart, was born Monday, June 29, 2020. Kyri Joseph Michael Brewer, the son of Jasmine Helgemo…
Police news, July 8, 2020 #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 6, 2020: – 6:53 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), one-vehicle crash, no injury, 700 block of East Melendy Street, City of Ludington. – 11:12 a.m.,…
Teacher Tuesday: WSESD’s Rachel Cohoon, teaching life skills. 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 – While pursuing a nursing degree at University of Toledo,…
The Makers: The art of Ken Cooper. The Makers Series is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union. Watch video below. #TheMakers NORWALK, Manistee County — Today on The Makers, Kate Krieger-Watkins interviews artist Ken Cooper about his upcoming exhibit at Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Cooper is a multi-media artist who spent several decades teaching at Manistee Area Public…
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