Voters to decide on new state representative in November. #Election2018 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. On Tuesday, Nov. 6, voters in Michigan’s 101st House of Representatives district will elect a new representative. Republican Jack O’Malley of Lake Ann and Democrat Kathy Wiejaczka are vying for the seat currently occupied by Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington). VanderWall is currently the Republican candidate for the…
Scottville Optimist Sportsman’s Banquet is Oct. 20. SCOTTVILLE — The annual Scottville Optimist Sportsman’s Banquet will be held on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. at the Optimist Center, located in downtown Scottville. Tickets are $30 per person and include dinner and drinks plus entry into the door prize drawing; ages 17 and under are $15, while children under age…
Recent deaths, posted Oct. 11, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Jeanette Ada Bostrom, 93, of Branch, passed away on September 26, 2018. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 3 p.m. at Lake Community Bible Church in Baldwin, with visitation starting at 2 p.m. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral…
Recent births, reported Oct. 11, 2018 #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Jerrold Robert Warila III, the son of Bridget and Jerrold Warila, Sr., of Ludington, was born Oct. 1, 2018. David Allen Hatt, the son of Brandy and Joseph Hatt of Idlewild, was born Oct. 2, 2018. Shelby Gem Factory, 1330 Industrial Drive, Shelby; 231-861-2165; www.shelbygemfactory.com; has sponsored…
Cooler temperatures are back. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018 Cloudy and cooler. Slight chance of rain. High 48; low 38 Precipitation: 20% Wind: W 17 mph day; WNW 14 mph evening Humidity: 74% day; 70% evening Sunrise: 7:54 a.m.; sunset: 7:08 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2018 Cloudy. High 45; low 37 Precipitation: 10% Wind: WNW 8…
LHS robotics team heading to all-girls competition. LUDINGTON — The female members of the Ludington High School robotics team will be competing in an all-girls competition Saturday, Oct. 13, at Wyoming High School. Coaches Karen Shineldecker and Carrie Moeggenberg talked about the preparation that’s been taking place this week. See video for more details.
Hospital board appoints two new members. LUDINGTON — The Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital board approved the nominations of two new members at its meeting October 2, announced Ken Rocco, board chairman. Rich VandenHeuvel of Pere Marquette Township and Melissa Fuehring of Mears joined the hospital board, filling new terms for longtime board members Al Deering and Dr. Allan Nelson, who…
Recent deaths, posted Oct. 10, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Nancy J. Natalie, 78, of Fountain died on Monday, October 8, 2018 at her home. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133 has sponsored this posting. Listing of 2018 deaths.
Drunk driving on ORV arrest tops police activity. #MasonCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, Oct. 8, 2018: – 10:48 p.m., (MSP), a 23-year-old Ludington man was arrested for operating while intoxicated on an off-road vehicle, 1600 block of Victory Corner Road, Victory Township. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018: – 10:33 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle…
Dismantling sculpture teaches students lessons in the environment. SCOTTVILLE — Science students at Gateway to Success studied the effects of pollution in a unique way recent. They deconstructed a piece of art. The fish sculpture assembled by community volunteers and nicknamed, Trash Trout, was deconstructed on Thursday Oct. 4 by the students. The project was initiated by the Makers Market…
Thunderstorms possible today. Colder Thursday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 Rain showers in the morning, thunderstorms possible later. High 74; low 46 Precipitation: 90% day Wind: S 12 mph day; WSW 13 mph evening Humidity: 90% Sunrise: 7:52 a.m.; sunset: 7:09 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018 Cloudy and cooler High 48; low 38 Precipitation: 10% Wind:…
Domestic abuse survivor will share story at WSCC, Manistee Armory Youth Project. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Given her odds, Melissa Dohme Hill shouldn’t be alive. In January 2012, she was brutally attacked by her high school ex-boyfriend, who stabbed her 32 times in the face, neck, arms and hands. The Tampa, Fla. resident flat-lined not once, but four times and her…
Sheriff’s office continues investigating Tractor Supply robbery. #MasonCountyCrime By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the armed robbery that took place Monday, Oct. 8, at the Tractor Supply Co. store at 4572 W. US 10. Undersheriff Derrek Wilson said detectives have been following leads on the case and have determined that there…
Local organizations receive funds raised at Macker tournament. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce recently awarded several local organizations with $17,600, funds raised during the 2018 Ludington Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament. The June event, held at Stearns Park, included 800 teams. “We could not host this tournament without the help of these…
Ludington man, 66, sentenced up to 30 years for criminal sexual conduct against child. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — A 66-year-old Ludington man was sentenced on three counts of criminal sexual conduct today in 51st Circuit Court. Ray Thomas Kelly Sr. of 203 S. Washington Ave., Apt. 5, will spend a minimum of 11 years, three months up to 30 years in…
Voters asked to consider Oakview Medical Care Facility millage renewal, again. #Election18 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Mason County voters are being asked again to vote on a millage renewal request for Oakview Medical Care Facility during the Nov. 6 General Election. The request originally appeared on the Aug. 7 primary election ballot, and was approved by voters. However,…
MCC middle school PTC organizing. SCOTTVILLE — Parents, teachers, and community members who are interested in starting a Parent Teacher Council (PTC) at Mason County Central Middle School are invited to attend a meeting today, Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the middle school beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Obituary: John Wabsis, 70, Branch. John Richard Wabsis Sr., 70, of Branch, passed away on October 1, 2018. John was born on September 29, 1947 in Ludington, the son of Leo and Dolores Wabsis. He was raised in Fountain and attended one of the one-room school houses at the end of his road. As a young man, John fell…
Obituary: Robert Johnson, 86, Ludington. Robert Lester Johnson, 86, of Ludington, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018. Robert was born and raised in Ludington, the son of Bert and Evelyn Johnson. He married the late Beverly (Brautigam) Johnson on October 31, 1964 and helped raise their three children. When he was 16, Robert went to work for the Ludington…
Memorial service notice: William and Betty Courtland. William and Betty Courtland have been reunited. A memorial service will be held for the: Friends and family are invited to a time of remembrance and a meal on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of…
Warm temps continue through Wednesday, then cool down. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 Some clouds and possible isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening. High 76; low 65 Precipitation: 30% day; 40% evening Wind: SSW 10 mph day; SSE 7 mph evening Humidity: 80% Sunrise: 7:52 p.m.; sunset: 7:11 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 Rain showers…
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