Obituary: Pauline ‘Polly’ Egeler, 82, Victory Township. Pauline (Polly) Egeler, 82, of Victory Township left her earthly home on Friday, March 27, 2020 at home surrounded by her family. Polly Irish was born on October 7, 1937, in Williamsburg, Michigan to Frank and Geneva Irish. On August 10, 1957 she married the love of her life, Ralph Egeler. In 1964…
Recent births, posted March 30, 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). Scarlett Lorraine Veeneman, the daughter of Ashley Pianto and Philip Veeneman of Ludington, was born Friday, March 27, 2020. Avery Grace Kies, the daughter of Claudia and Christopher…
Obituary: Jack Lawrence Flynn, 89, Ludington. Jack Lawrence Flynn, 89, of Ludington, passed away on March 26, 2020. Jack was born on April 27, 1930 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Clarence and Katherine (Rath) Flynn. He married Arloa Odean Glamzi in Grand Rapids and celebrated 50 years together before her passing in 2015. Jack spent his early years in…
Home Tips: Selling your property to a family member. A presentation of Century 21 Bayshore Real Estate. If you’re thinking of selling your home to a family member, that could be a win-win for all involved. However, you should know there are legal ramifications that go beyond familial (and emotional) attachments. “The sale of a home is a complex business…
Weekend 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 over the weekend: Friday, March 27, 2020: – 12:30 a.m,. (Michigan State Police), domestic violence, case is under investigation, 4000 block of Ordway Road, Custer Township. – 10:46 a.m.,…
Recent deaths, posted March 30, 2020 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Joy Sue Finley, 73, of Branch died on Friday, March 27. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Raymond C. Edel, 79, of Scottville died on Sunday, March 29. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. This post is a…
Partly cloudy the rest of the week. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Cloudy tonight with a low temperature of 32 degrees. Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Partly cloudy skies during the morning, becoming overcast in the afternoon. High 43; low 34. Precipitation: 10% Wind: NNE 6 mph day; NNE 6 mph evening. Humidity: 80% day; 91% evening. Sunrise: 7:27 a.m.; sunset:…
Rain and snow showers overnight, Monday morning. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Rain showers this evening changing to mixed rain and snow overnight. Low temperature of 36 degrees. Monday, March 30, 2020 Rain and snow showers in the morning. Overcast in the afternoon. High 37; low 30. Precipitation: 50% day; 10% evening. Wind: NNW 14 mph day; N 12 mph…
WMOM sold. LUDINGTON — The Michigan Association of Broadcasters has reported that Pentwater/Ludington-based radio station WMOM has been sold to Hit Radio Media, LLC of Greenville. The application was filed with the Federal Communications Commission on March 25, 2020. Hit Radio Media is owned by Jim Chesley of Greenville, Steve Leach of Cape Coral, Fla., and Jeff Lobdell of Grand…
History: Quarantined in Riverton Editor’s Note: MC History Spotlight is a regular history column brought to you by Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. The recent events of the mass stay at home orders and self quarantines are not unique to history. Much as been written lately of the events of the flu pandemic of…
The Scoop: Sen. VanderWall speaks about health care policy. Today’s edition of The Scoop features Sen. Curt VanderWall speaking about health care access. It was filmed on March 13. On that same day, we interviewed Sen. VanderWall about the COVID-19 crisis as it was unfolding. We wanted to share some other news about what’s happening in Lansing as well. The…
Mental Health Matters: Managing stress and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic By Alan Neushwander The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created a new normal for our daily lives. Nonessential businesses are closed, kids are on extended breaks from school, sports have been canceled, social distancing is being enforced, the governor has issued an executive order to stay at home, and grocery…
Man who left bloody mess at hotel arraigned for resisting arrest, disorderly. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — Zachariah Paul Gerovac, 22, of 7807 E. US 10, Branch, was arraigned Saturday, March 28, in 79th District Court on two charges of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and a charge of disorderly person, drunk. The assault charges carry a maximum penalty of two years imprisonment.…
Exception 7 – Not Just Another Loophole Watson Country Outdoor Report. By Joan Young, MCP/OCP outdoors writer. The Watson Country Outdoor Report is a presentation of the Watson Auto Group, selling Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Fiat in Ludington, Manistee, Benzie and Rockford. “Every season there’s a reason to visit Watson Country. For more information, visit watsoncountry.com As we all struggle to…
Mt. Pleasant man faces up to 10 years imprisonment on stabbing charge. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — Jade Free-Spirit-Bear Pelcher, 29, of 253 S. Chippewa Road, Mt. Pleasant, was arraigned in 79th District Court in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred Thursday, March 26 in Grant Township. Pelcher has been charged with assault with intent to do…
Governor says it’s unlikely schools will reopen this year. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, in a radio interview today, said that it is unlikely that Michigan K-12 schools will reopen this school year. Whitmer spoke on WWJ Newsradio and said classrooms should stay closed while the number of COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Michigan. Initially, Whitmer set April 6 as…
Troopers, deputies arrest man after bloody scene at hotel. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 22-year-old Branch man was arrested by Michigan State Police troopers from the Hart post early Friday morning, March 27, after he allegedly pulled the fire alarm at the Holiday Inn Express, 4079 W. US 10, and was later apprehended behind the hotel in…
Community Updates, posted March 27, 2020. This list is being posted daily on Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. It may be updated frequently throughout the day. It includes community organizations and MCP/OCP advertisers. PLEASE DO NOT POST A CLOSING, CANCELLATION, OR UPDATE IN THE COMMENT SECTION. IT WILL BE REMOVED. If your organization has a closing, cancellation, or…
Hospital walk-in clinic closes. LUDINGTON — The walk-in clinic at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital has temporarily shut down, along with all Spectrum Health walk-in clinics. Spectrum Health is offering alternatives for accessing health care for non-life-threatening emergencies. People experiencing emergencies should call 911 immediately. To limit unnecessary exposure to COVID-19, Spectrum Health has enabled its primary care and most of its specialty…
Recent deaths, posted March 27, 2020 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: June E. Dombrouski, 95, of Irons died on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services. Craig S. Berry, 69, of Chandler, Ariz., and formerly of Scottville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020. Burial will take place…
Police report, March 27, 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: Wednesday, March 25, 2020: – 5:56 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, Riverton Township. Thursday, March 26, 2020: – 5:25 p.m., (MCSO), illegal dumping, 10000…
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