Homeless shelter in need of more volunteers. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Hospitality In the Name of Christ (INC), a winter emergency homeless shelter for men, has entered into its ninth season. Located in the former Bethany Lutheran Church (now the Salvation Army) at 1101 S. Madison St., the program relies on volunteers to keep going. While most…
Obituary: Lynnette Oomen, 68, Pentwater. Lynnette M. Oomen, 68, of Pentwater passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018. She was born November 15, 1949 in Muskegon to Alton and Lillian (Vunck) Ramthun. Lynnette graduated from Scottville High School in 1967. She was very involved with the Scottville Area Senior Center where she loved to play pool and cards. Lynnette also enjoyed…
Mary Jane Straub, 84, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Mary was born on November 7, 1934 in Oscoda, the daughter of James and Bertha (maiden name) McGillis. She graduated from Oscoda High School in 1953 and was wed to Arlie “Jack” Straub on February 6, 1956. Mary owned and operated Ludington Produce for 15 years, retiring…
Sunshine expected today, mixed with clouds. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 Sunshine and clouds mixed. Occasional snow showers in the evening. High 31, low 27 Precipitation: 20% day; 50% evening Wind: W 10 mph Humidity: 66% Sunrise: 7:46 a.m.; sunset: 5:14 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018 Considerable clouds early with some decrease later in the day.…
Obituary: Donnie Case, Sr., 70, Ludington. Donnie Case, Sr., 70, of Ludington passed away Thursday, November 15, 2018. Donnie’s large family lost another dear brother to cancer. He fought long and strong until he walked on to be with his Creator. His grieving family was there surrounding him as he passed. Don was born in Fremont to George and Susie…
Obituary: Harrison Baldwin, 84, Pentwater. Harrison Taylor Baldwin, 84, of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Harrison was born on February 17, 1934 in Huttig, Texas, the son of Ryland and Annie (Taylor) Baldwin. He graduated from Texas High School in Texarkana, Texas. Harrison served in the United States Marine Corps for nine years; honorably discharged in 1962.…
Obituary: Marjorie Lund, 84, Ludington. Marjorie A. Lund, 84, of Ludington passed away peacefully with family at her side on Saturday, November 17, 2018. She was born September 18, 1934 in Ludington to Frederick and Marjorie (Parker) Schroeder. Marge graduated from Ludington High School in 1952. On June 19, 1954, she married Nels N. Lund at the Community Church in…
Ludington library honors prisoners of war, Medal of Honor recipient. LUDINGTON — Plaques were recently installed at the east entrance of the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, honoring soldiers from Mason County who were prisoners of war, along with Medal of Honor recipient William R. Charette. The new plaques complement a larger Fallen Heroes plaque installed in 2014, honoring those county service…
Giving thanks to Scottville’s seniors. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Optimist Club held its 40th annual senior Thanksgiving meal on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018. Over 100 area seniors were provided a free meal. Employees from Mason County Central Food Service volunteered their time to prepare and serve the meal. Music was provided by John Marek and Boyd and Linda Stark.…
Johnson named hospital chief operating officer; Gosselin appointed chief of nursing. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital has recently made changes to its executive team. Ann “Kate” Gosselin has been named chief nursing officer for Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. She will take over the role recently held by Helen Johnson who was named chief operating officer for Ludington Hospital. Gosselin joined…
Scottville commission to consider cemetery rate changes. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is expected to take action today on changing rates for burials and lot purchases at Brookside Cemetery. The commission will consider a proposal to charge an additional fee for non-residents utilizing the city-owned cemetery, charges to city residents (which includes anyone owning a residential property within the…
Weekend police report. #MasonCountyCrime The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Nov. 16, 2018: – 12:01 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Decker Road, Custer Township. – 12:51 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Jebavy Drive south of Dewey Road, Hamlin Township. – 2:25 a.m., (MCSO), one-vehicle crash, no…
MCC board to receive update on facilities, energy conservation project. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education will meet tonight, Monday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. at the Upper Elementary. The board is expected to hear a special report from Upper Elementary Principal Kevin Kimes and fifth grade teacher Steve Rybicki about recent events at the school, including…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 19, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Harrison Taylor Baldwin, 84, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Mary Jane Straub, 84, of Ludington, died on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Services are pending. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Beads…
Cloudy skies today, snow possible in afternoon. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 Cloudy skies with afternoon snow showers. High 34; low 23 Precipitation: 40% day; 10% evening Wind: W 7 mph day; NNE 7 mph evening Humidity: 74% Sunrise: 7:45 a.m.; sunset: 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 Sunshine and clouds mixed. Occasional snow showers in…
Bear killed by truck north of Scottville limits. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — An adult bear was killed by a motorist just outside of the Scottville city limits on North Scottville Road Sunday evening about 6:15 p.m. A 30-year-old Fountain man was driving his Toyota pickup north when his vehicle hit the bear that was crossing the road. Personnel…
Obituary: Arlen Blank, 84, Ludington. Arlen Siebert Blank, 84, of Ludington passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at his home. Arlen was born on July 13, 1934 in Lansing, the son of Leonard John and Helene Margaret (Siebert) Blank and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School with the class of 1951. Arlen attended Michigan State University before working for the State…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 18, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Donnie Case Sr., 70, of Ludington, died on Thursday, November 15, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Marjorie A. Lund, 84, of Ludington, died on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Beads & Blooms Florist,…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 17, 2018. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Jonathon Aubrey Johnson, 47, of 3677 S. Pere Marquette Hwy., Pere Marquette Township, was found guilty Nov. 6 of second-offense larceny less than $200 and was sentenced to 30 days in jail with…
Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold holiday bazaar Dec. 1. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Animal Friends will hold it annual Home for the Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mason County Animal Control, 305 N. Meyers Road (south of Walmart). The event is a fundraiser to help the organization pay for spaying and neutering…
Ludington Writers holding book drive. LUDINGTON — Ludington Writers will be hosting a book drive for in-need youth of Mason County on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. Participants are asked to bring new and/or gently used children’s books. The event will include a luncheon with…
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