Clown Band members share feelings of missing the Fourth. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief, Life member, Scottville Clown Band LUDINGTON — Fourth of July, Independence Day. It’s a day of tradition for many Americans. Those of us who live or visit Mason County often have the tradition of lining up along Ludington Avenue to watch the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival…
The Declaration of Independence IN CONGRESS, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the…
Scottville resident involved in fatal Manistee County crash. FILER TOWNSHIP, Manistee County — An 18-year-old Manistee woman, Sydney Jade Riggs, died this morning following a single vehicle crash on Merkey Road near Maple Road. According to Manistee County Sheriff Kenneth Falk, the crash occurred about 3:49 a.m. when a Jeep Cherokee, driven by a 20-year-old from Scottville (gender not specified…
Emergency personnel respond to boat emergency. LUDINGTON — Emergency personnel responded to Loomis Street boat launch Saturday morning, assisting six boaters, including three children, who were possibly suffering from heightened carbon monoxide exposure. The boat was reported three miles south of Ludington near the Pumped Storage Plant. Personnel from U.S. Coast Guard Station Ludington personnel and Ludington Fire/Police Harbor One…
Man rescued from Lake Michigan following hours long search. Editor’s Note: Mason County Press typically does not report on suicide related calls, unless the incidences take place on public property, require multiple agencies, or place first responders in danger. GRANT TOWNSHIP — Multiple agencies were involved in a search that began early this morning for a suicidal male. Mason County…
Hospital ER does not perform COVID tests; patients asked to call hotline, contact physician. LUDINGTON — Personnel at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital are requesting that anyone who believes they are in need of a COVID-19 test call the Spectrum Health free hotline at 833-559-0659 for screening and testing instructions or contact their primary care physician rather than come to the…
Obituary: Mary Schulz, 91, Grand Rapids, formerly of Scottville. Mary L. Schulz, 91, of Grand Rapids, former resident of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Samaritas Senior Living in Grand Rapids. Mary was born on March 12, 1929 on the family farm in Amber Township, the daughter of Archie and Mildred (Cameron) Conrad, and graduated from Scottville…
Fin & Feather Club meetings to begin again. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club will be holding monthly meetings once again, starting Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 6 p.m. Due to Covid-19, there will be no dinner or speaker. Attendees must wear facial coverings and keep a minimum of 6 feet distance from others at all times. Seating will…
Recent arraignments include felony drunk driving. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Douglas Wayne Blendin, 58, of 505 N. Washington Ave., Apt. 18, Ludington, was arrested June 26 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) on a felony charge of third offense operating a vehicle while under the…
Police news. #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: Tuesday, June 30, 2020: – 6:04 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, Branch Township. – 8:10 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of Chauvez…
Recent births, posted July 2, 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). Roselynn Mae Martin, the daughter of Jordan and Will Martin of Free Soil, was born on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Blain David Miller, the son of…
Obituary: Kenneth Steiner, 90, Ludington. Kenneth Joseph Steiner, 90, of Ludington passed away peacefully on February 23, 2020 of natural causes. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Florence (Toth) Steiner; his wife Carolyn Marie (Baltzer) Steiner of Ludington;and his grandson Michael Sexton. He is survived by his sister Evelyn Steiner; brother Wayne Steiner; son Randall Steiner…
Recent deaths, posted July 2, 2020 The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Madeline Gibbons, 85, of Baldwin died on Wednesday, July 1 at her home near Wolf Lake. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. Listing of 2020…
Sunshine, hot temps continue Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Mostly clear skies tonight with a low temperature of 63 degrees. Wind north-northwest at 3 mph. Friday, July 3, 2020 Sunny. High 87; low 62 Precipitation: 10% day; 10% evening. Wind: NNW 10 mph…
Whitmer re-closing select bars. LANSING — Governor Whitmer today signed her 143rd executive order, this time re-closing indoor service at bars that earn more than 70% of their income through liquor sales. The order takes place throughout most of lower Michigan and is supposedly to protect the progress Michigan has made against COVID-19. Regions 6 and 8, which include the…
US 31 to be closed from Sugar Grove to Scottville, July 7. Beginning Tuesday, July 7, US 31 will be closed between US 10 and Sugar Grove Road. The $2.4 million resurfacing and drainage improvement project is currently in phase 2, which takes place between US 10 and North Scottville Road (also known as the Scottville By-Pass). The by-pass will…
Sen. VanderWall announces July coffee hours. LANSING — Sen. Curt VanderWall, R-Ludington, has announced outdoor coffee hours for Thursday, July 9 and Friday, July 10. Coffee hours are open to residents of the 35th Senate District to express their opinions or concerns about state government or to request assistance with a state issue. VanderWall will meet with constituents at the following…
Teacher Tuesday: WSESD’s Kara Albrecht, a voice for kids. 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. AMBER TOWNSHIP – After graduating from West Branch High School…
Full Court Press: Ludington Area Pickleball LUDINGTON — Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Cheryl Whitehead of Ludington Area Pickball to talk about the popular sport and the local facilities. FCP is presented by Shelby State Bank and House of Flavors, Inc.
Felony drunk driving 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. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 51-year-old North Muskegon man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies in the 5000 block of West US 10 Monday, June 29, shortly before 1 p.m. for third-offense…
Obituary: Janice Downing, 86, Ludington. Janice C. Downing, 86, of Ludington passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020. She was born August 7, 1933 in Mass City to Waino and Helmi (Johnson) Turin. Janice married the late Don Downing on May 1, 1953. She worked as a legal secretary for many years at different law firms. Most recently, Janice was a…
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