Obituary: Walter ‘Wally’ Taranko, 75, Ludington. Walter “Wally” Taranko, of Ludington, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Monday, April 8, 2019 at the age of 75. Wally was born on October 19, 1943 in Chicago. He has been a longtime resident of Ludington and devoted his life to serving his community and country. Wally graduated from Ludington High School…
79th District Court sentencings, posted April 10, 2019. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Jamie Lee Fiebig, 36, of 1744 Patrick Henry Rd., Amber Township, pleaded guilty Apr. 2 to operating a vehicle while impaired by liquor (OWIL) and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served;…
Cocaine possession arrest tops recent arraignments #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Terry Lee Lange, 36, of 326 S. Main St., Custer, was arrested Apr. 4 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on felony charges of possession of less than 25 grams of cocaine and third offense operating under the…
Man surrenders to police thanks to K-9. #MasonCountyCrime GRANT TOWNSHIP – The Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 37-year-old homeless man, Jerry Edson Weathers, Monday April 8 at 9:19 a.m. on US 31 near Forest Trail after he allegedly fled from deputies the previous night after crashing his vehicle. Weathers crashed Sunday night shortly before 11 p.m. on Free Soil…
VanderWall, O’Malley to speak at GOP Lincoln Day Dinner. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Republican Party will hold its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Thursday, April 25 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Keynote speaker will be State Sen. Curt VanderWall of Ludington, who represents Mason County…
Free Soil man arrested on drug possession warrant. #MasonCountyCrime VICTORY TOWNSHIP – A 27-year-old Free Soil man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding felony warrant for possession of cocaine/heroin following a traffic stop Tuesday, April 9, at 4:40 p.m. on US 31 at Fountain Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is…
Cooler today, snow possible tonight, Wednesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Cloudy skies during the day. Snow showers developing after midnight. Some sleet or freezing rain possible with accumulations of less than 1 inch. High 48; low 31. Precipitation: 10% day; 60% evening. Wind: ENE 8 mph day; E 13 mph evening. Humidity: 59% day; 66%…
Taranko served his community only second to his family. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Mason County Commissioner and former Ludington Police Chief Wally Taranko passed away Monday, April 8. Taranko, 75, had been serving as the district 1 commissioner. Prior to being elected to the county board, he was a Ludington city councilor. He had also served as the…
Jackson takes on magistrate duties as Baker retires. #MasonCountyNews By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The Mason County court system will see some major changes over the next two years. While there has been a lot of planning for the past several years, as the county prepares to eliminate the 79th District Court, one of the first major visible changes…
Jean ‘Skip’ McCumber, 79, Branch. Jean “Skip” McCumber, 79, of Branch passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at her home. Skip was born on May 30, 1939 in Ludington, the daughter of Eugene and Virginia (Anderson) Christman and graduated from Ludington High School as the Valedictorian of the class of 1957. She was one of the first females to earn a…
Custer woman faces jail for cocaine possession, drugged driving. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 59-year-old Custer woman pleaded guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, April 9, to cocaine possession less than 25 grams and and operating under the influence of drugs. Charges of oxycodone possession, methadone possession and hydromorphone possession were dismissed against Marilyn Schulz of 2526…
Homeless man sentenced for break-ins, receiving stolen property. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 27-year-old homeless man was sentenced to serve 10 months up front of a one-year discretionary jail term for two counts of breaking and entering a building with intent, receiving and concealing stolen property $1,000-$20,000 and third-offense habitual offender Tuesday, April 9, in 51st Circuit…
Defendant in drug case: ‘I know the only other option I have is a casket.’ #MasonCountyCrime. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 39-year-old Ludington woman who was arrested on drug charges after allowing her 10-year-old daughter and another girl to camp at the Ludington Walmart last December is being sent to a long-term substance abuse treatment facility. “I know…
Marijuana grower sentenced to jail. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – Even though recreational marijuana is now legal in Michigan, those arrested before the law took effect can still find themselves in jail. This is the case for John Paul Accardi, 37, of 1283 W. Meisenheimer Rd., Riverton Township, who was recently convicted of marijuana possession in 51st Circuit…
Scottville woman sentenced to jail for analogue possession. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 34-year-old Scottville woman was sentenced in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, April 9, to serve three months up front of a one-year discretionary jail term for a conviction of possession of analogues and fourth-offense habitual offender. Tonya Marie Sheffield, of 208 W. Third St., pleaded…
WSCC to hold nursing symposium. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s graduating nursing students are holding a Nursing Symposium on Wednesday, April 17, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Tech Center atrium. The nursing students will display professional style scientific posters to disseminate their knowledge in various evidence-based nursing practices. “Evidence-based practice is a decision-making model in…
Clouds and sunshine today. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High 50; low 30. Precipitation: 20% day; 10% evening Wind: NW 12 mph day; N 10 mph evening. Humidity: 70% Sunrise: 7:12 a.m.; sunset: 8:21 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Cloudy skies with rain and snow in the evening, becoming all snow…
911 asking businesses to update contact information. WEARE TOWNSHIP (Oceana County) — During an emergency at a commercial or industrial location, it is crucial that the emergency dispatchers have the proper contact information, and other pertinent information. Just recently, a fire department was called to a local bank for a possible fire. The dispatcher did not have the proper contact…
Chamber announces award nominees. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for the 2018 annual awards, to be presented on Saturday, May 4 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club in Hamlin Township. Recognized for excellence in business and service to the community, 12 finalists have been named. Business of the Year The…
Easter for Kids at Redeemer Lutheran, Scottville. SCOTTVILLE — Redeemer Lutheran Church in Scottville will hold an Easter for Kids event Saturday, April 13 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. All children are welcome. There will be an Easter devotion, egg-coloring, craft, cookie decorating, and egg hunt. Redeemer Lutheran Church is located at 409 N. Main St. For more information, call 231-757-2348.
Drunk driving arrests top police activity. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, April 5, 2019: – 11:58 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 51-year-old Flushing, Michigan man was arrested for second-offense driving while license suspended (DWLS), US 10, Amber Township. – 8:29 p.m,. (MSP), a 39-year-old Muskegon man was arrested for operating while intoxicated…
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