More snow expected today. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 Snow showers early will become steadier in the afternoon with a possibility of 1 to 3 inches. Periods of snow in the evening with 3 to 5 inches expected. High 24; low 7 Precipitation: 70% day; 80% evening Wind: WNW 14 mph day; WNW 17 mph evening.…
Closings and cancelations, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. West Shore Community College Humankind Series’ panel discussion (Crossing Borders: Carrying Home Traditions) scheduled for tonight at the Oceana County Service Building in Hart, has been postponed. Letha Fulton School of Dance evening classes. Mason County Reformed Church Gems and Cadets. Cornerstone Baptist Church’s AWANA and Bible Study. Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Win…
Three arrested on friend of court warrants. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested three people Tuesday, Jan. 22, on unrelated friend of court warrants out of Mason County. 6:25 p.m., a 36-year-old Ludington man was arrested in the 400 block of South Madison Street, City of Ludington. 7:49 p.m., a 30-year-old Ludington man was arrested in the 4900 block of…
MCC to dismiss early Friday. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Public Schools will dismiss early Friday, Jan. 25 due to staff professional development in the afternoon. Scottville Elementary will dismiss at 11:20 a.m. while all other buildings will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Sack lunches will be available for students to take home. Students who ride buses will arrive home approximately…
Snow and freezing rain expected today. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019 A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service continues until 4 p.m. The forecast is calling for mixed precipitation with snow. High 31; low 21 Precipitation: 100% day; 50% evening Wind: N 11 mph day; WNW 9 mph evening. Humidity: 88% day; 80%…
Scottville man receives fine in US 10-31 crash case that resulted in death. #MasonCountyNews. LUDINGTON — A 69-year-old Ludington man was sentenced recently in 79th District Court in a 2016 traffic crash case that resulted in the death of a 77-year-old Amber Township. On July 26, 2016, Philip Keilman, of 202 E. Beryl St, rear-ended an eastbound vehicle driven Walter…
Woman pleads guilty to using counterfeit money at Wesco. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 33-year-old woman faces serving up to 60 days in jail after pleading guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 22, to uttering and publishing a counterfeit bill. Neta Margett Sohn, whose address is listed as “homeless” in her court file, testified that she…
Ludington man sent to jail in child porn case. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 25-year-old Ludington man was sentenced to serve six months up front of a one-year discretionary term for a conviction of possession of child sexually abusive material in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 22. Trevor James Coon, of 210 E. Fourth St., was initially…
Fountain man admits to stealing marijuana during break-in. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 20-year-old Fountain man faces serving 10 months up front of a one-year discretionary jail term after pleading guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 22, to two counts of breaking and entering a building with intent. Aaron Michael Dietz, of 2090 4th St., testified…
Woman sentenced for stealing from parents to get drug money. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 31-year-old Ludington woman was sentenced to time served in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 22, for stealing from her parents to get drug money. Melissa Marie Silver, of 604 E. Loomis St., is convicted of receiving and concealing stolen property $1,000-$20,000. One…
Deputies investigating PM Township death. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County sheriff’s deputies are investing the death of a 77-year-old Ludington woman that occurred in the 1100 block of North Gary Street on Monday, Jan. 21. Law enforcement and emergency medical personnel were called to the scene at 9:09 a.m. Dispatch information stated a woman was found unresponsive in a…
3 interested in Scottville commission seat. SCOTTVILLE — Three people have applied to be considered for the first ward commissioner seat left vacant following the resignation of Leon Begue. Begue resigned due to health reasons. Mary Waller, Brian Benyo and Ed Hahn have applied for the vacancy to fill the four-year term. On Monday, Feb. 4, the commission will interview…
Obituary: Mary Ann Jensen (Majchrzak), 74, of Scottville Mary Ann Jensen (Majchrzak), 74, of Scottville, passed away on January 21, 2019 at Traverse City Munson Medical Center. Mary Ann was born on November 17, 1944 in Manistee to Regina (Swiatlowski) and John Marjchrzak. Mary Ann attended Manistee Catholic Central where she participated in the marching band and was proud to…
Snow and freezing rain later today, early Wednesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service from 1 p.m. today to 10 a.m. Wednesday. The forecast is calling for mixed precipitation with snow developing this afternoon and lasting into the evening. Later in the evening and into the early hours of…
Scottville woman faces jail for stealing Xbox system. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 21-year-old Scottville woman faces serving five months in jail after pleading guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 22, to larceny in building. Arneva Lily Tyler, of 108 S. Reinberg Ave., testified Tuesday that she stole an Xbox system last August in the City…
Lamb hired as West Shore Bank Ludington manager. LUDINGTON — Christine Lamb has been hired by West Shore Bank as vice president, Ludington market branch manager. Lamb will be responsible for the supervision of personal banking teams at both the Ludington-Downtown and Ludington-East offices. In addition to being responsible for staff development and training, she will also interact closely with…
Government shutdown may impact start of Badger’s sailing season. MANITOWOC — The federal government’s partial shutdown may impact the start of the SS Badger’s sailing season, according to Manitowoc, Wisc. Mayor Justin Nickels. Repairs to the carferry docks in Ludington and Manitowoc are being funded by a $5 million federal grant. According to a report on Wisconsin TV station WBAY,…
Maclean resigning as chamber CEO, Miller promoted. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced some changes in its leadership. President/CEO Kathy Maclean will be resigning her position and will be replaced by Brandy Henderson Miller. Miller is currently the vice president of the chamber and executive director of the Ludington Area Convention &…
Coatless man runs from police in frigid conditions. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP – A 20-year-old Ludington man was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy after fleeing on foot in single-digit temperatures while wearing a t-shirt Sunday, Jan. 20, shortly before 3 a.m. at Bryant and Sherman roads. “The deputy observed a man walking in the road wearing only a…
Letter to the Editor: LASD Superintendent recognizes dedication of school board. By Jason Kennedy, superintendent, Ludington Area School District. Dear Oriole Family: January is School Board Recognition Month. This is a time to recognize the individuals who approach their volunteer work like it is a full-time job and with extraordinary dedication to public schools. They are citizens whose decisions affect…
Squires visits Washington, advocating for non-drug approach to pain management; veterans benefits. Dr. Lewis Squires, owner of Squires Family Chiropractic of Scottville, was among 800 chiropractic physicians, students and supporters who traveled to Washington, D.C. last week to hear speeches from political leaders, participate in advocacy training and visit with members of Congress to urge support for pro-chiropractic legislation that would…
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