Fin and Feather Club begins shotgun fun and championships. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin and Feather Club shotgun competitions for the summer have begun and will continue through September 15, with a barbecue party and prize event on Saturday, September 19. This year marks a new beginning for the championships, with new events and new processes. Shooters may enter as…
Obituary: Mark K. Cormany, 63, of Fountain Mark K. Cormany, 63, of Fountain, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020 in the comfort of his home. Mark was born on March 7, 1957, the son of Russell and Melissa Cormany. He married Barbara (Gangwer) Cormany on August 27, 1983 in Fountain. Mark graduated from Mason County Eastern High School with…
Recent deaths, posted July 14, 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: Margaret Peterson, 86, of Branch died on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Grand Oaks Nursing Center in Baldwin. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation…
Thunderstorms possible overnight, Wednesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies tonight followed by scattered thunderstorms overnight. Low temperature of 67 degrees. Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Showers in the morning with isolated thunderstorms arriving in the afternoon and into evening. Steady rain…
PM Township looking at food truck ordinance. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — During its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 15 the Pere Marquette Charter Township Board of Trustees is expected to hold a first reading on a mobile food business ordinance. The proposed ordinance states its intent is to encourage “venders who add to the vibrancy…
Father, daughter arrested on home invasion, assault charges. #MasonCountyCrime SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A father and his adult daughter have been arrested after allegedly breaking into and assaulting a Sheridan Township man. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office and troopers from Michigan State Police Hart Post were dispatched to a home in the 6900…
3 injured in 2-car crash. #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 — Three people were injured in a two-vehicle rear-end crash at the intersection of Jebavy Drive and Rasmussen Road Friday, July 10, shortly after 3 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim…
PM Township board to consider trustee appointees. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Pere Marquette Charter Township Board of Trustees is expected to interview trustee candidates when it meets on Wednesday, July 15. As of Monday morning, four township residents had sent letters of interest in the position to replace Paul Piper who resigned. Piper is expected to be sentenced in…
Recent deaths, posted July 13, 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: Mark Kevin Cormany, 63, of Fountain, died on Sunday, July 12, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 10 a.m.…
Thunderstorms possible late Tuesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Some clouds tonight with a low temperature of 54 degrees. Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Mix of clouds and sun during the day. Scattered thunderstorms possible in the evening. High 84; low 69 Precipitation: 10%…
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…
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