Easter weekend gift on the Larsen Farm, triplet heifers. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Triplet heifers were born Friday, April 19, at the Larsen Farm on Sugar Grove Road. “This is an incredibly rare occurrence,” said Leta Larsen. “Studies say the odds range from 1 in 100,000 chances to 1 in 400,000 chances of all heifer triplets born healthy. Definitely a weekend…
MC History Spotlight: The origins of Ludington carferries nearly killed the town’s namesake. MC History Spotlight is a weekly history column brought to you by Ludington Woods Living and Memory Care. Each week this column features a story from our county’s past. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Editor’s Note: In observance of the seasonal opening of the Port of Ludington Maritime…
Obituary: Richard Stratton, St., 82, Ludington. Richard Stratton, Sr., 82, of Ludington passed away gently into the arms of Jesus his Lord and Savior on April 18, 2019. Richard was born May 24, 1936 in Chicago to Gardner and Ramona (Seal) Stratton Jr. Richard was an Eagle Scout. He served 30 years as a volunteer fireman and he was on…
Recent births, reported April 19, 2019. #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Kayden Allan Raspotnik,the son of Alejandra and Ryan Raspotnik of Ludington, was born April 19, 2019. Crew William Paniucki, the son of Collette and Thomas Paniucki Jr., was born April 18, 2019. Shelby Gem Factory, 1330 Industrial Drive, Shelby; 231-861-2165; www.shelbygemfactory.com; has sponsored this…
Community Cats TNR reaches 900th cat milestone. LUDINGTON — Community Cats TNR, a local, non-profit group of volunteers, in partnership with Country Veterinary Clinic, and Animal Hospital of Ludington, has trap-neuter-returned (TNR) the 900th community cat. The cat, a young black and white male, was neutered by Dr. Stephen Paxton, of the Animal Hospital of Ludington on April 11,…
Plummer to perform World War II one-man play at Ramsdell. MANISTEE — The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts presents “Live from the Front: Byline Ernie Pyle” as part of the Tightlines for Troops celebration on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Ramsdell Theatre. All area veterans are offered free admission, and their families are extended…
Military friend of murder suspect ‘shocked’ by allegations. #MasonCountyNews By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — A man who served in the National Guard with now murder suspect Corey Ryan Beekman in Afghanistan during 2011 and 2012 said he finds the allegations “quite shocking.” Beekman, 32, of Free Soil Township, has been charged with open murder in the shooting death of…
Obituary: Erika Winkel, 45, Ludington. Erika Winkel, 45, passed away at her home in Ludington on April 16, 2019. All who knew Erika would describe her as a gifted and gentle soul. She was lovingly kind to all living creatures and loyally faithful to her large circle of friends. Erika was adventurous and loved swimming, hiking, kayaking and especially fishing.…
Obituary: Rosemary Perrone, 60, Scottville. Rosemary Perrone, 60, formerly of Benton Harbor, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at her home in Scottville. Rosemary was born June 17, 1958 in Jonesborough, Ark., the daughter of William “Bill” and Hazel Isom. She graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1976 and received her hardware certificate through Ace Hardware.…
Uttering and publishing charges top felony arraignments, posted April 18, 2019. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Jeffrey Clay Young, 49, homeless, was arrested Apr. 7 by LPD on three counts of uttering & publishing (accusation of forging, altering, or counterfeiting legal records or deeds); and fourth offense habitual offender. Preliminary…
79th District Court sentencings, posted April 18, 2019. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Carrie Ann Carr, 38, of 115 W. Second St., Scottville, pleaded no contest Apr. 17 to larceny less than $200 and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; 93 days discretionary jail…
Retired teacher, alumnus express support for Ludington school bond. Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy.…
WSCC nursing students hold symposium. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s graduating nursing students held a nursing symposium on Wednesday, April 17, in the college’s Tech Center atrium. The nursing students researched and displayed professional style scientific posters to disseminate their knowledge in various evidence-based nursing practices. “Evidence-based practice is a decision-making model in which nurses question existing nursing…
Win With Wellness event to partner kids with seniors at Oakview. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital’s Win With Wellness Fit Club program is partnering with Oakview Medical Care Facility to offer a multigenerational event on Thursday, April 30, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. The event will partner children with seniors from Oakview Medical Care Facility as they make a recycled…
Joe Lancour Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble is May 31. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The inaugural Joe Lancour Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble will be held Friday, May 31 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club and Hemlock Golf Club. Lancour was a 2004 graduate of Ludington High School who was killed by small arms fire during an ambush in the mountains of eastern Afghanistan…
Michigan launches industrial hemp ag pilot program. LANSING – Farmers, processors and institutions of higher learning who are interested in Michigan’s newest agricultural crop – industrial hemp – will now have an opportunity to test the waters under the state’s new Industrial Hemp Ag Pilot Program. Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)…
Drug take back day is April 27. LUDINGTON — National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held on Saturday, April 27. Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is collaborating with local law enforcement, West Michigan Community Mental Health, and The Leeward Initiative to provide an opportunity for community members to discard their old prescription medications in a safe manner. Residents can…
More rain possible today. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Thursday, April 18, 2019. Showers early becoming steady light rain later in the day. Cloudy in the evening. High 51; low 37. Precipitation: 70% day; 20% evening. Wind: WNW 13 mph day; NNW 12 mph evening. Humidity: 88% day; 82% evening Sunrise: 6:57 a.m.; sunset: 8:32 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2019.…
Free Soil Twp. man charged with murder following shooting death. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Corey Ryan Beekman, 32, of 10550 N. US 31, Free Soil Township was arraigned today in Mason County’s 79th District Court on open murder charges, and three other counts, in connection to a shooting incident that took place Tuesday, April 16, at his…
Arrest warrants issued for shooting suspect. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has issued arrest warrants for Corey Beekman, 32, in connection to the double shooting that took place Tuesday morning at a residence in the 10000 block of US 31. The shooting resulted in the death of an unidentified male…
Blessing of the Boats scheduled for June 1. #LudingtonEvents. LUDINGTON — Celebrating a maritime tradition that dates back centuries ago, Safe Harbor Credit Union and Ludington Bay Brewing are teaming up to bring a Blessing of the Boats to Ludington on Saturday, June 1 at Ludington Municipal Marina. Registration begins at noon for the 2 p.m. event. “This is an…
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