Ludington library to hold indoor book sale. LUDINGTON — The Friends of the Mason County District Library will hold a special indoor used book Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, November 10, 1 to 3 p.m. in the West Shore Bank Room at the Ludington branch library, 217 E. Ludington Ave. For more information call the library at…
Rain likely tonight, Monday morning. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Rain is likely tonight with winds south-southwest at 10 to 15 mph and low temperatures of 39 degrees. Monday, Nov. 4, 2019 Rain showers early with mostly cloudy conditions later in the day. Rain possible in the evening. High 44; low 35 Precipitation: 50% day; 30% evening. Wind: WSW 11…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 3, 2019 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Arthur Miller, 93, longtime resident of Carr Settlement died Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services. Robert Bahr, 95, of Pentwater died Saturday, November 2, 2019 at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending at…
Obituary: Gerald “Jerry” Howe, 79, of Ludington Gerald “Jerry” Howe, 79, of Ludington, passed away on October 30, 2019. Jerry was born on September 23, 1940 in Ludington, the son of Noel and Marie (Geil) Howe. He attended Ludington High School and worked as a precision tool grinder for Harrington Tool Company from 1967 until retiring in 2005. While at…
1st degree criminal sexual conduct tops District Court arraignments LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Brandon Raymond Kelley, 19, of 902 N. Washington Ave., Apt. 8, Ludington, was arrested May 15 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) on a felony charge of first degree criminal sexual conduct (victim under the age of…
79th District Court sentencings and dismissals, posted Nov. 1, 2019 LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Penny Sue Henderson, 52, of 912 Seminole Dr., Ludington, pleaded guilty Oct. 29 to operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) and was sentenced to one day in jail with credit for one day served; 93 days discretionary…
Deputies busy with car/deer crashes. #MasonCountyNews The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019: – 8:18 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 10 west of Darr Road, Custer Township. – 8:47 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Hoague Road, Free Soil Township. – 12:15 p.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Jebavy Drive north of…
Obituary: Selina Joy O’Connell, 62, Ludington. Selina O’Connell, 62, passed away peacefully at home on October 22, 2019 in Ludington. Selina was born November 9, 1956 in Grand Haven, Michigan to Euel Woodrow and Paula Jane (Camfield) Jenkins. She worked many jobs throughout her life, most notably at The Market Basket where she was produce manager, and at Bud’s Tap…
3 vehicles involved in Scottville bypass crash. #ScottvilleNews UPDATED INFORMATION: The original post stated four vehicles were involved. The fourth vehicle, a Chrysler minivan, was at the crash scene and its occupants assisted at the scene. But, the vehicle was not involved in the crash. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Four vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection of US…
The Scoop: Kickstart to Career Today on MCP’s The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Julie VanDyke of the Community Foundation for Mason County about the new Kickstart for Career program, which is a community effort to help students save money for college. The program begins with this year’s kindergarten classes. The Scoop is a presentation of Betten Baker Ford of…
Crashes keep police busy. #MasonCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019: – 2:38 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 54-year-old Ludington man was arrested on outstanding Ludington Police Department warrant for failure to appear, South Jebavy Drive, Pere Marquette Township. – 3:53 a.m., (MCSO), alarm activation, Amber Township. – 4:16 a.m., (MCSO), alarm…
Recent deaths, posted Oct. 31, 2019 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Terence J. Smith, 59, formerly of Scottville, died on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 in Des Moines, Iowa. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Alberta Louise Milligan, 88, of Ludington, died on Monday, October 28, 2019. Melvin Wayne Morell, 84, of Ludington, died…
Snow expected to end this evening; sun possible Friday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. A winter weather advisory continues until 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1. Total snow accumulations may be between 3 to 5 inches with lesser accumulations on roadways. Snow could stick to trees, causing branches to fall. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph are possible. Areas effected…
Music series to benefit July 4 Freedom Festival. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Jaycees has set dates for the annual Light Up the Night Music Series- a fundraiser for the Freedom Festival Fireworks Fund. There will be live music at a different location each Wednesday night for six weeks with local musicians donating their time and the sponsoring establishments giving…
Murder trial against former soldier set for Dec. 11-13. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The murder trial against Corey Ryan Beekman, 33, of Free Soil Township is scheduled for Dec. 11-13 in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court, according to Mason County Prosecutor Paul Spaniola. Beekman, a former Army National Guard staff sergeant, is accused of murdering William Buchanan,…
West Shore Bank donates over $14,000 to local band programs. LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has recently donated $14,500 to local school music programs. The proceeds were raised through food vendor fees and merchandise sales during the 2019 Rhythm & Dunes free concert series. The funds were donated to Mason County Central, Mason County Eastern, and Ludington Area Schools. “We…
Ludington to continue to opt out of pot sales. LUDINGTON — City Council voted Monday 6-1 to continue the prohibition of of recreational marijuana businesses in the city. Earlier in the year the council had voted to prohibit the businesses but also agreed to revisit the topic following the recommendation of a special committee. That committee met several times and…
KickStart to Career Child Savings program to hold Deposit Day. In Mason County, approximately 70 percent of children start college, but only 35 percent on average graduate from a program. The Community Foundation for Mason County is working to improve that statistic with its new KickStart to Career Child Savings Account Program (K2C) that launched earlier this fall for all Mason County kindergartners.…
Cuban musican to perform in WSCC series. MANISTEE — Pedrito Martinez will take the stage in an explosive Latin/Afro-Cuban music extravaganza on Saturday, November 9, at 7:30 p.m., at the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in Manistee. Martinez is widely regarded as the leading percussionist in Latin music jazz and has recorded and performed with Eric Clapton, Wynton Marsalis,…
Obituary: Wandeline Arlene Currier, 85, of Ludington Wandeline Arlene Currier, 85, of Ludington, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2019. Wandeline was born on July 7, 1934 in Ludington, the daughter of George and Francis Vandervest. She married Elmer Currier on July 1, 1955 and retired from FloraCraft in early 2000s. Wandeline is survived by her husband, Elmer Currier Sr.;…
Winter weather advisory issued until Friday morning. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory until 2 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 until 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1. Rain may possibly change to wet snow after midnight. Wet snow may be heavy at times during the day Thursday. Total snow accumulations of up to…
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