Severe thunderstorm warning issued. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Mason County until 11:45 a.m. At 10:40 a.m. a severe thunderstorm was located 10 miles northwest of Ludington State Park moving east at…
Motorist cited for running red light after hitting patrol car. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 56-year-old Scottville woman was cited for running a red light following a three-car collision involving a Mason County Sheriff’s Office patrol car Tuesday, Aug. 25, around 9:30 p.m. on US 10 at Brye Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Minor injuries were reported in…
Felony stalking 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. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 70-year-old Ludington man was arrested on an outstanding felony warrant issued in Mason County for aggravated stalking Tuesday, Aug. 25, shortly before 2 p.m. on Loggers Lane, according to Mason…
Rosemary Shoup Duggan, 76, of Ludington. Rosemary Shoup Duggan passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 surrounded by her loved ones. Rosemary was born September 16, 1943 to Boyd and Vera Shoup. She attended Mason County Eastern Schools and graduated with the class of 1961. Rosemary married Gary Duggan on October 6, 1962 and together they…
Sunshine, clouds, rain, thunderstorms Thursday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear to partly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperature of 72 degrees. Winds west-southwest at 1o to 15 mph. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020 Sunshine and clouds mixed. A stray shower or thunderstorm possible. High…
Teacher Tuesday: Small Wonders’ Ms. Melanie Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Shelby State Bank, www.shelbystatebank.com. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP – Melanie Hargreaves was always told by her mother and others that she would make a great teacher. She is now the lead preschool teacher and Great Start Readiness Program teacher at Small Wonders Child…
18 sprinkler heads broken at RV resort. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Offie is investigating a damaged property case in which 18 sprinkler heads were broken off the watering system at Poncho’s Pond RV Resort on Wallace Drive, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The incident was reported Monday, Aug. 24, around 4:30 p.m. Other…
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Bi-Weekly Update, Aug. 25, 2020. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital provides a bi-weekly community update regarding activities and current information. Some content will be related to the COVID-19 pandemic as new information becomes available or changes occur. Other content will be general information related to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. For the latest COVID-19 information, visit…
Recent births, posted Aug. 25, 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). Sincere Stanley Tyler, the son of Ariana Bayer and John Tyler III of Ludington, was born, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020. Vivian Grace Van Loo, the daughter of Courtney…
Obituary: Ruth Paul, 83, of Ludington. On Saturday, August 22, 2020, Ruth Mary Paul, our loving mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 83. Ruth Granger was born on August 5, 1937, in Manistee to Frank and Inez Granger. She spent an idyllic childhood in Fountain where her parents ran a store. In high school she served on…
Recent deaths, posted Aug. 25, 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: Charles J. Hagerman Jr., 72, of Ludington died on Monday, August 24, 2020. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Arrangements by Oak Grove…
Obituary: Wayne Bailey, 87, of Ludington. Wayne L. Bailey, 87, of Ludington passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020. He was born January 27, 1932 in Hart to Nicholas and Anna (Wasquam) Bailey. He was the first known Native American to graduate from Ludington High School. After high school Wayne joined the Army and was stationed with the infantry in Korea.…
Passenger injured, driver arrested in ORV crash. 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 28-year-old Scottville man was arrested by Michigan State Police troopers from the Hart post following an ORV crash on LaSalle Road near Hansen Road Sunday, Aug. 23, shortly before 3…
MCE preparing for new school year; children’s health clinic to open at school. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. CUSTER — As Mason County Eastern School officials prepare for a new school year, there will be some adjustments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Like other area schools, MCE has adopted new procedures following CDC guidelines, such as replacing drinking fountains with bottle-filling…
Local COVID-19 stats, Aug. 24, 2020. Since Gov. Whitmer declared a state of emergency in early March, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, District Health Dept. #10 has reported the following cases in Mason, Oceana, Manistee and Lake counties, as of today, Aug. 24, 2020 (population information from U.S. Census Bureau): (Note: Recovered is defined as the number of persons with…
Thunderstorms likely after midnight. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Mostly clear this evening. Scattered thunderstorms developing after midnight. Chance of rain, 50%. Winds north at 5 mph. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Partly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm possible. High 83; low 62…
Sunset bonfire cancelled. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau has cancelled another sunset bonfire. The bonfire scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 27 at Stearns Park beach has been cancelled due to Gov. Whitmer’s executive order prohibiting gatherings of more than 100 people outdoors. “We are disappointed to again have to cancel one of our favorite events,” said Brandy…
Around the County: Fountain Fire Aux. Car Wash Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union. FOUNTAIN — The Fountain Area Fire Department Auxiliary held its annual car wash today, Sunday, Aug. 23, at the fire station. The auxiliary assists the fire department in purchasing equipment additional to items funded through tax millage. The auxiliary also provides refreshments…
Recent deaths, posted Aug. 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: Ruth M. Paul, 83, of Ludington, died on Saturday, August 22, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of…
Rain and thunderstorms possible Monday night. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Clear to partly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperature of 63 degrees. Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 Sunny along with a few clouds during the day. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible in the evening.…
Motorcyclists seriously injured following Branch crash. BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A husband and wife were seriously injured Friday afternoon after the motorcycle they were riding was struck by an SUV on US 10. The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. in front of Branch Grocery, 9455 E. US 10. According to Sgt. Kyle Boyd of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office, a Dodge…
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