In wake of storm Smith & Eddy Insurance team responds. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The storm that hit the area Tuesday was fast and furious. Within minutes of it hitting land, trees and utility lines were knocked down in Ludington and Hamlin Township. The storm picked up speed and power as it headed east. Straight line winds caused…
Updated: Pedestrian struck by car remains in critical condition. LUDINGTON — A 66-year-old Ludington woman remains in critical condition at Mercy Health Hackley Hospital today after she was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Ludington Avenue and Jackson Road/Atkinson Drive Wednesday evening. Emergency crews were called to the scene at 9:27 p.m. According to Ludington Police Chief Mark…
Habitat accepting applications for Neighbor to Neighbor program. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Habitat for Humanity of Mason County is currently accepting applications for its fall Neighbor to Neighbor Revitalization (N2N) program scheduled to take place Oct. 8, 9, and 10. N2N is an exterior home preservation program that offers painting, carpentry, landscaping, weather stripping, siding, roofing, door/window replacement and minor exterior…
Pedestrian seriously injured after being struck by car. #MasonCountyNews. LUDINGTON — A female pedestrian was seriously injured Wednesday evening, Aug. 29, 2018, after being struck by a westbound car at the intersection of Ludington Avenue and Atkinson Drive, in front of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital on the eastern city limits. The crash occurred about 9:45 p.m. According to sheriff’s deputies…
Emergency management offers pointers to cope with storm’s aftermath. The Mason County Emergency Management office offers the following pointers in the aftermath of recent storms. If you have a true emergency, please contact 911. Please do not call 911 to report power outages unless the wire is arching or sparking, or is creating a life safety hazard. You can report…
Obituary: Richard Hays, 75, of Fountain. Richard Lee Hays passed away on August 28, 2018 after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease and Heart failure. His wife, Susan was by his side when he slipped away. Richard and Susan just celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary on August 5. Richard loved his farm in Fountain. Together with Susan’s parents, Dalton and Elsbeth Holt,…
Cleaning up after the storm. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Crews from utility companies have been in the area attempting to restore power to Mason County residents while crews from the Mason County Road Commission, and local departments of public works have been out clearing roads and streets from debris, following Tuesday night’s storm. The storm came across Lake Michigan and…
College offering use of shower facilities during power outages. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is offering the use of the shower facilities, in both the Recreation Center and the West Shore Community Ice Arena, to area residents impacted by recent power outages. “We recognize the inconvenience of not having a warm shower at home and this is one…
Recent deaths, posted Aug. 28, 2018 #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Jacob D. Bostrom, 96, of Branch, died on Monday, Aug. 27, 2018. Service times are pending. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Betty Irene VanBrocklin, 77, of Ludington died on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018. Richard Lee Hays, 75, of Fountain, died on…
Third storm in third day causes major damage throughout county. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief A fast moving storm, the third storm in three days, made its way across Mason County Tuesday about 6:45 p.m. Within minutes of the storm hitting land, fire departments were being dispatched for utility wires and trees down. Ludington Fire Department responded to dozens of such…
Fin & Feather to offer free action shooting class. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin and Feather Club will hold a free action shooting class on Saturday, Sep 8 at 2 p.m. at the Fin And Feather Club House, 3276 N. Darr Road. Tom Sheppardson and Frank Koehle will be conducting the introduction class explaining the rules and safety procedures of the sport.…
Crashes, arrests keep police busy. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County Monday, Aug. 27, 2018: – 6:40 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, minor injury, Pere Marquette Highway and Sixth Street, Pere Marquette Township. – 6:55 a.m., (MCSO), alarm activation, 5600 block of US 10, Pere Marquette Township. – 7 a.m., (MCSO), one-vehicle crash, no injury,…
Recent births, reported Aug. 28, 2018 #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. John Elliot Plummer, the son of Hannah and Elliot Plummer of Ludington, was born Aug. 25, 2018. RaeLynn Rose Andersen, the daughter of April Bratschi and Race Andersen of Ludington, was born Aug. 17, 2018. Evelyn Rae Burt, the daughter of Monica Haner and Michael Burt…
Parents: When it comes to the “drug talk,” teens want more conversation. A letter to the editor by Katie Miller, District Health Dept. #10. In my prevention work throughout Mason County, I’m pleasantly reminded of the countless parents who want a drug-free childhood for their son or daughter, and will do anything they can to keep substance use at bay. …
Obituary: Dennis Gum, 52, Ludington. Dennis J. Gum, 52, of Ludington passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018 surrounded by loved ones. Dennis was born on November 11, 1965 in Chicago, the son of Dallas and Linda (Mead) Gum. His father preceded him in death. Dennis enjoyed fishing, working on old cars, and spending time with his many friends, but his…
Man arrested after grabbing women at Dollar Tree. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 59-year-old Ludington man was arrested at the Dollar Tree store Saturday afternoon, Aug. 25, after allegedly “grabbing women” while at the business and then obstructing arrest, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man was arrested for disorderly person and obstructing a police officer “following…
Ludington city calendar photo submissions requested. LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington is again asking for photograph submissions for the annual city calendar. The 2019 calendar will continue to include dates and times for city council meetings and major city committees meetings, upcoming events and activities, tax and utility billing and much more. Photos selected will be featured throughout the…
Recent deaths, posted Aug. 26, 2018 #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: James E. Waun M.D., 85, of Ludington, died Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018. James “Jim” Clinton Yeager Sr., 82, of Ludington, died on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018. John Thomas Oszust, 81, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018. Barbara Arlene Morell, 78, of Ludington,…
North breakwater closed. LUDINGTON — The north breakwater at Stearns Park has been closed due to water levels, weather warnings and wave conditions. The breakwater will be reopened when conditions improve, according to the Ludington Police Department.
Victory Township man arraigned for criminal sexual conduct. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Daniel Aaron VanKampen, 28, of 2985 N. Gordon Rd., Victory Township, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Preliminary exam: Sept. 5…
79th District Court sentencings. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Jordan Michael Sanders, 23, of 305 N. Robert St., Ludington, was found guilty Aug. 21 of prowling – disorderly and was sentenced to 90 days discretionary jail for six months and $285 in fines and costs. –…
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