Johnson named hospital chief operating officer; Gosselin appointed chief of nursing.

November 19, 2018

Johnson named hospital chief operating officer; Gosselin appointed chief of nursing. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital has recently made changes to its executive team.  Ann “Kate” Gosselin has been named chief nursing officer for Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. She will take over the role recently held by Helen Johnson who was named chief operating officer for Ludington Hospital.  Gosselin joined…

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Scottville commission to consider cemetery rate changes.

November 19, 2018

Scottville commission to consider cemetery rate changes. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is expected to take action today on changing rates for burials and lot purchases at Brookside Cemetery. The commission will consider a proposal to charge an additional fee for non-residents utilizing the city-owned cemetery, charges to city residents (which includes anyone owning a residential property within the…

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Weekend police report.

November 19, 2018

Weekend police report. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Nov. 16, 2018: – 12:01 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Decker Road, Custer Township. – 12:51 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Jebavy Drive south of Dewey Road, Hamlin Township. – 2:25 a.m., (MCSO), one-vehicle crash, no…

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MCC board to receive update on facilities, energy conservation project.

November 19, 2018

MCC board to receive update on facilities, energy conservation project. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education will meet tonight, Monday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. at the Upper Elementary. The board is expected to hear a special report from Upper Elementary Principal Kevin Kimes and fifth grade teacher Steve Rybicki about recent events at the school, including…

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Recent deaths, posted Nov. 19, 2018.

November 19, 2018

Recent deaths, posted Nov. 19, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Harrison Taylor Baldwin, 84, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Mary Jane Straub, 84, of Ludington, died on Saturday, November 17, 2018.  Services are pending.  Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington.  Beads…

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Cloudy skies today, snow possible in afternoon.

November 19, 2018

Cloudy skies today, snow possible in afternoon.  Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 Cloudy skies with afternoon snow showers. High 34; low 23 Precipitation: 40% day; 10% evening Wind: W 7 mph day; NNE 7 mph evening Humidity: 74% Sunrise: 7:45 a.m.; sunset: 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 Sunshine and clouds mixed. Occasional snow showers in…

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Bear killed by truck north of Scottville limits.

November 18, 2018

Bear killed by truck north of Scottville limits. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — An adult bear was killed by a motorist just outside of the Scottville city limits on North Scottville Road Sunday evening about 6:15 p.m. A 30-year-old Fountain man was driving his Toyota pickup north when his vehicle hit the bear that was crossing the road. Personnel…

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Obituary: Arlen Blank, 84, Ludington.

November 18, 2018

Obituary: Arlen Blank, 84, Ludington. Arlen Siebert Blank, 84, of Ludington passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at his home.  Arlen was born on July 13, 1934 in Lansing, the son of Leonard John and Helene Margaret (Siebert) Blank and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School with the class of 1951.  Arlen attended Michigan State University before working for the State…

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Recent deaths, posted Nov. 18, 2018.

November 18, 2018

Recent deaths, posted Nov. 18, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Donnie Case Sr., 70, of Ludington, died on Thursday, November 15, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Marjorie A. Lund, 84, of Ludington, died on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com.  Beads & Blooms Florist,…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 17, 2018.

November 17, 2018

79th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 17, 2018. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Jonathon Aubrey Johnson, 47, of 3677 S. Pere Marquette Hwy., Pere Marquette Township, was found guilty Nov. 6 of second-offense larceny less than $200 and was sentenced to 30 days in jail with…

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Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold holiday bazaar Dec. 1. 

November 17, 2018

Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold holiday bazaar Dec. 1.  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Animal Friends will hold it annual Home for the Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mason County Animal Control, 305 N. Meyers Road (south of Walmart). The event is a fundraiser to help the organization pay for spaying and neutering…

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Ludington Writers holding book drive.

November 17, 2018

Ludington Writers holding book drive. LUDINGTON — Ludington Writers will be hosting a book drive for in-need youth of Mason County on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. Participants are asked to bring new and/or gently used children’s books. The event will include a luncheon with…

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WSCC considering student housing.

November 16, 2018

WSCC considering student housing. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College students may have the option to live on campus at some point in the future. On Monday, Nov. 19, the college’s board of trustees is expected to hire a firm to conduct a student housing feasibility study. “On-campus student housing can provide benefits such as: supporting student success, increasing…

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LASD to hire new business services director.

November 16, 2018

LASD to hire new business services director. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education is expected to hire Jesse Rickard as the new director of business services when it meets Monday, Nov. 19. Rickard is replacing Bruce Doggett, who is retiring. Rickard currently serves as director of finance at Hart Public Schools. “Mr. Rickard has been highly…

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Lakeview Elementary principal accepts position in Manistee.

November 16, 2018

Lakeview Elementary principal accepts position in Manistee. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education is expected to accept the resignation of Lakeview Elementary Principal Amber Kowatch when it meets Monday, Nov. 19. Kowatch has been hired by Manistee Area Public Schools as a district curriculum director. She will remain at Ludington until Dec. 31. Kowatch has been…

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New ESD superintendent settling in.

November 16, 2018

New ESD superintendent settling in. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Jason Jeffrey has been at the helm of the West Shore Educational Service District since July, taking the place of Randy Howes, who retired. This is Jeffrey’s first job as a superintendent, having previously served as assistant superintendent for general education and career technical education at Traverse Bay…

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Recent arraignments include narcotic charges.

November 16, 2018

Recent arraignments include narcotic charges. 79th District Court arraignments. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Thayne David Patterson, 32, of 1039 N. William St., Ludington, was arrested Nov. 6 by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for a felony of delivery/manufacture of a…

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Obituary: Mary Carlson, 68, Ludington.

November 16, 2018

Obituary: Mary Carlson, 68, Ludington. Mary Rogene Carlson, 68, of Ludington, passed away on November 15, 2018. Mary was born on April 14, 1950 in Ludington, the daughter of Roger and Mildred (Hanson) Carlson.  She worked at Nader’s Motel and enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, word searches, embroidery, walking, and spending time outdoors.   Mary will be missed at bingo nights, where she…

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