More rain today, temps in the 70s. 

October 8, 2018

More rain today, temps in the 70s.  Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 Showers in the morning, then partly cloudy in the afternoon. Thunderstorms possible. High 76; low 65 Precipitation: 60% day; 40% evening Wind: S 9 mph day; ESE 4 mph evening Humidity: 87% Sunrise: 7:51 a.m.; sunset: 7:13 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 Some clouds…

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Free Soil man ticketed after leaving crash.

October 5, 2018

Free Soil man ticketed after leaving crash. #MasonCountyCrime. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 63-year-old Free Soil man was cited by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for failure to stop and identify following a vehicle crash on Thursday, Oct. 4. The two vehicle crash occurred at US 10 and Jebavy Drive about 5 p.m. There were no injuries as a result…

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SSCENT arrests top 79th District Court arraignments.

October 5, 2018

SSCENT arrests top 79th District Court arraignments. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – The following were arraigned recently in 79th District Court: Felonies – John Paul Accardi,, 37, of 1283 W. Meisenheimer Rd., Riverton Townhsip, was arrested by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for a felony of delivery/manufacture of marijuana 5-45 kilograms. Preliminary exam: Oct.…

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Obituary: Joseph Astrauskas, 92, Pentwater.

October 5, 2018

Obituary: Joseph Astrauskas, 92, Pentwater. Joseph L. Astrauskas, 92, of Pentwater passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Joseph was born on April 9, 1926 in Chicago, the son of Joseph and Valeria Astrauskas. He served his country during World War II with the United States Army in Saipan. Following his service, he married Nellie…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted Oct. 5, 2018.

October 5, 2018

79th District Court sentencings, posted Oct. 5, 2018. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court on misdemeanor charges: – James Robert Koert, 66, of 16535 Taft, Spring Lake, was found guilty Sept. 26 of attempted assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and was sentenced to one day in jail with credit for one…

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Funeral service notice: William Courtland, 99, Scottville.

October 5, 2018

Funeral service notice: William Courtland, 99, Scottville. William Ernest Courtland, 99, of Scottville, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018, two weeks before his 100th birthday.  Friends and family are invited to a time of remembrance and a meal on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak…

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North breakwater re-opened.

October 5, 2018

North breakwater re-opened. LUDINGTON — The north breakwater has been re-opened to public access today. The breakwater had been closed Thursday due to weather conditions.

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Occasional rain today, thunderstorm possible tonight. 

October 5, 2018

Occasional rain today, thunderstorm possible tonight.  Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Friday, Oct. 5, 2018 Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers in the afternoon. Thunder possible. High 51; low 49 Precipitation: 60% day; 90% evening Wind: ESE: 9 mph day; ESE 4 mph evening Humidity: 77% day; 96% evening Sunrise: 7:47 a.m.; sunset: 7:18 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 Thunderstorms…

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Farmer Day tractor parade.

October 4, 2018

Farmer Day tractor parade. SCOTTVILLE — A tradition during Mason County Central’s homecoming spirit week is Farmer Day. Along with dressing up as farmers, several high school students drive tractors to school. At the end of the school day, children at Scottville Elementary got a chance to come outside and watch a parade of tractors go by the school. Friday…

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MSU Extension to host ballot proposal forums.

October 4, 2018

MSU Extension to host ballot proposal forums. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Michigan residents who would like to learn more about the three statewide ballot proposals appearing on the General Election ballot in November are encouraged to attend Michigan State University Extension’s statewide ballot proposal forums on Oct. 22 or 23 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Participants can attend the forums in…

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Suspect runs away from police during traffic stop.

October 4, 2018

Suspect runs away from police during traffic stop. #MasonCountyCrime SCOTTVILLE – A 20-year-old Scottville man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday evening, Oct. 3, after he ran from a vehicle he was riding in that was pulled over by a deputy for speeding, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The suspect ran into a house and into…

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Breakwater closed due to weather.

October 4, 2018

Breakwater closed due to weather. LUDINGTON — The north breakwater has been closed to public access by the City of Ludington due to wind and wave conditions. Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett said the breakwater will be re-opened when conditions allow.

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Scottville requiring address numbers on buildings.

October 4, 2018

Scottville requiring address numbers on buildings. SCOTTVILLE — The City of Scottville is requiring all structures within the city to have address numbers. During Monday’s City Commission meeting, City Manager Amy Williams said identifying an address can often be difficult for emergency responders, city employees, and delivery personnel. She said she has noticed that many buildings, especially houses, in the…

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Horse drawn wagon rides part of fall celebration Oct. 13

October 4, 2018

Horse drawn wagon rides part of fall celebration Oct. 13 HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A fall celebration will be held at Ludington State Park on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will include a horse-drawn wagon ride, doughnut holes, apple juice, music by 80 Cows, a beach campfire and the beautiful views at the Lake Michigan Beach House.…

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Fountain Horse Pull fundraising events Oct. 20, 21. 

October 4, 2018

Fountain Horse Pull fundraising events Oct. 20, 21.  FOUNTAIN — The Fountain Chamber of Commerce is holding two weekend events to help raise funds for the annual Memorial weekend Fountain Horse Pull. A cornhole tournament will be held on Saturday, Oct. 20 at Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St. Sign up begins at noon with competition beginning at 1…

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Cloudy and cooler today. 

October 4, 2018

Cloudy and cooler today.  Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018 Some clouds in the morning will give away to mainly sunny skies in the afternoon. High 53; low 36 Precipitation: 0% Wind: N 13 mph day; ENE 5 mph evening Humidity: 66% day; 75% evening Sunrise: 7:46 a.m.; sunset: 7:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, 2018 Considerable cloudiness…

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Halloween hayride at Cartier Park.

October 4, 2018

Halloween hayride at Cartier Park. LUDINGTON — A Halloween hayride will be held at Cartier Park Campground on Saturday, Oct. 20 from 6 to 10 p.m.. Cost is $5 per person or a maximum of $20 per family. Enter from Lakeshore Drive. Proceeds benefit Connexion Point.

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Obituary: Faye Carleton, 81, Ludington.

October 3, 2018

Obituary: Faye Carleton, 81, Ludington. Faye Marlene (Martin) Carleton born, December 11, 1936 of Ludington, Michigan passed away peacefully, and joined her beloved husband Roy Carleton on, September 22, 2018.   Faye is survived by her son Joe Carleton, and her nieces, Cheryl (Jim) Strukel, Shellie (Robert) Pitera, and Stacie (Daniel) Champeau. Faye was deeply loved by her grandchildren, Joncey,…

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