Male suspect apprehended after making threats. SCOTTVILLE — A 46-year-old male suspect has been apprehended after he apparently was making threats to harm himself and others. The incident began shortly before 8 a.m. on US 10/31 between Dennis and Stiles roads. The suspect ran from law enforcement. About an hour later, he was apprehended at the Wesco station in Scottville,…
Graham appointed to Scottville commission. #ScottvilleNews. SCOTTVILLE — Ryan Graham has been appointed by the city commission as a new first ward commissioner. Graham is replacing Sue Petipren, who resigned in November 2019, one year short of the end of her term. Graham, who grew up in Amber Township and is a graduate of Mason County Central High School, was…
Schools on ‘soft lockdown’. More info to come. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Law enforcement is apparently monitoring an individual walking on US 10/31 near Scottville who has been described as “unstable.” As a precaution and following protocol, area schools were placed on “soft lockdown.” An adult male apparently ran from law enforcement on US 10/31 in an area between Dennis and…
LPD 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 activity of the Ludington Police Department Monday, Jan. 6, 2020: – 8:03 a.m., a 41-year-old Free Soil woman was arrested for expired license and no insurance, 300 block of South Washington Avenue, City of Ludington.…
CMH hires new medical director. LUDINGTON — Dr. Michael Hunt recently joined West Michigan Community Mental Health (WMCMH) as its medical director. As medical director, Dr. Hunt serves as the collaborative physician for psychiatric services, provides clinical oversight of behavioral health services, reviews critical incident reports and makes recommendations, works with executive leadership to ensure goals and objectives of the…
Snow possible tonight, Wednesday morning. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The area is under a lakeshore flood advisory until 11 a.m. Wednesday. Beach erosion and lakeshore flooding is expected. Snow showers are possible tonight with a low temperature of 18 degrees. Winds NW at 16 mph. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2020 Cloudy with snow showers mainly in the morning. High 22;…
Recent births, posted Jan. 7, 2020. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Abram Michael Coates, the son of Heather and Josiah Coates of Ludington, was born January 2, 2020. Hannah Rose Anderson, the daughter of Kendra and Jason Anderson of Scottville, was born January 6, 2020. Alivia Kae Weaver, the daughter of…
Domestic assault, shoplifting arrests top police activity. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Jan. 3, 2020: – 1 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 28-year-old Free Soil man was cited for open intoxicants, US 10…
Police looking for hit-and-run suspect. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County sheriff’s deputies are looking for an older black 1980s to 1990 year pickup truck with wooden slats on both bed sides of the truck that was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run crash Saturday, Jan. 4, shortly before 11 a.m. at US 10 and Nelson Road, according to Mason…
Grant workshop scheduled. LUDINGTON — Nonprofit charitable organizations serving the Mason County region are eligible to apply for a grant from the Community Foundation for Mason County. To learn more about the application process, the foundation is hosting a free Grant Seekers Workshop, Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 11 a.m. (note that time was initially reported as 10 a.m.) at the Lakeshore…
WSCC walk-in advising, registration begin Jan. 14. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Walk- in advising and registration for West Shore Community College’s winter semester classes that begin on Monday, Jan. 14, is open to both returning and new students. The advising sessions are available from January 7 – 11, in the Student Services office in the Schoenherr Campus Center from 8 a.m.…
Obituary: Richard Lee Knudsen, 78, of Ludington Richard Lee Knudsen, 78, of Ludington passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, January 1, 2020. He was born January 3, 1941 in Ludington to Eigil and Doris (Nelson) Knudsen. Richard graduated from Mason County Central High School. Richard was a master carpenter working for West Shore Builders and Major Produce until his retirement.…
Obituary: Robert Chandler Olmstead, 94, of Ludington Robert Chandler Olmstead, 94, of Ludington passed away on Friday Dec. 20, 2019. Robert was born Oct. 1, 1925 to Clay Sr. and Ada (Smith) Olmstead. He graduated from Ludington High School in June 1944, and immediately enlisted in the US Army to serve in World War II. He was sent to Germany,…
Recent deaths, posted Jan. 6, 2020 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Richard “Dick” Wendell Morphy, 82, of Ludington, died on Friday, January 3, 2020. Marilyn Kay (Baker) Simms, 79, of Ludington and Fort Myers, Florida, died on Thursday, December 26, 2019. Robert Vest, 95, of Ludington died on Monday, January 6, 2020. Arrangements have been entrusted…
Home Tips: What you need to know about vacation home sharing. A presentation of Century 21 Bayshore Real Estate. Do you dream of owning a beach house or ski chalet? Perhaps you love Disney World but hate staying in a crowded hotel? Wouldn’t you rather relax in your own vacation home? A vacation home offers luxury, privacy and convenience. But…
State of Community breakfast scheduled. LUDINGTON — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its second annual State of the Community breakfast, Tuesday, January 28 at The Lake House Venue, 704 Maritime Drive. Chuck Marohn, president and founder of the group Strong Towns, will be the keynote speaker. Important updates from Mason County organizations will also be…
Sunny skies expected Monday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The area continues to be under a lakeshore flood advisory until 1 p.m. Monday. Beach erosion and lakeshore flooding is expected. Cloudy tonight with a few flurries or snow showers possible. Low temperature of 28 degrees. Monday, Jan. 6, 2020. Sunny. High 35; low 31 Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind:…
Obituary: Thelma J. Matiash, 86, of Scottville Thelma J. Matiash, 86, of Scottville passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. Thelma was born on September 4, 1933 in Richmond, Kentucky, the daughter of James and Stella (Cosby) Parke and was one of 10 children. After earning her bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University, Thelma moved north to teach home economics…
Republican committee January meeting. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Republican Executive Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday January 9, 2020, 6:30 p.m. at the Mason County Airport/Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce complex, 5300 W. US 10. Use the west entrance. Meetings are open to the public.
Fire destroys Victory Township house. #MasonCountyNews VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a home at 3680 N. Amber Road Saturday afternoon. The house was located north of Dewey Road. Scottville Fire Department Chief Dale Larr said nobody was home at the time of the fire. Larr, who lives in the vicinity, was the first firefighter to arrive on scene. Larr said…
Obituary: Athanasios ‘Tom’ Papadakos, 89, of Ludington. Athanasios “Tom” Papadakos, 89, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020, with his family by his side. Tom was born on November 19, 1930 in Stefania, Lakonia, Greece, the son of Panagiotis and Stavroula Papadakos. He grew up with five siblings, Toula (Stanley) Lekkas, Anthony (Athena), Steve (Maria), George, and Chris…
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