Changing times require more deputies, sheriff says. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — On Tuesday, May 15, the Mason County Board of Commissioners is expected to vote on placing a proposal on the Aug. 7 Primary Election ballot asking the voters of Mason County to approve an eight year .3 millage to fund four additional road patrol deputies for the…
Sugar Grove Road closure. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Sugar Grove, between Gordon and Amber roads has been closed to traffic due to a culvert/road failure. Barricades have been placed on Sugar Grove Road at Stiles Road and US 31 warning motorists of the closure. The road is closed between Gordon and Amber roads. Motorists will need to seek alternative routes such…
Benzie Co. drain commissioner seeking Democratic nomination for 101st House seat. BEULAH (Benzie County) — Benzie County Drain Commissioner Edward Hoogterp recently announced his candidacy to seek the Democratic nomination for the Michigan 101st House of Representatives district, which includes Mason, Manistee Benzie, and Leelanau counties. “I’m doing this because I want the state of Michigan to start passing laws…
Flock the Forest run will be major fundraiser for LHS Sports Boosters. LUDINGTON — The Ludington High School Sports Boosters will hold the inaugural Flock the Forest 5K trail run and 1 mile fun run on Saturday, May 12. The race will start and end at Ludington High School. Participants can choose to compete in a 5 kilometer (3.1 miles)…
Recent deaths, posted May 4, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Harold “Lucky” LaFleur, 82, of Scottville died on Thursday, May 3, 2018. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Charlotte E. Elliott, 87, of Ludington died on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Robert Malden Claflin, 96, of Indianapolis died Friday, April…
Police investigate cabin break-in. #MasonCountyCrime BRANCH TOWNSHIP — The Hart post of the Michigan State Police was dispatched to a break-in of a cabin in the 6000 block of Bennett Road Thursday, May 3, at 7:55 p.m. Loose change and other miscellaneous items were stolen, said Sgt. Charles Hockanson. Other recent police activity in Mason County includes: Wednesday, May 2,…
Two Mason Co. men are recipients of Governor’s Service Awards. LANSING — Two Mason County residents are among the 38 recipients of the 2018 Governor’s Service Awards. Tim Danielson was one of four people named Volunteer of the Year while Lyle Gunderson was one of seven people named Senior Volunteer of the Year. The winners were announced by Gov. Rick…
Lake Jump raises $85,390 for Lakeshore Food Club. LUDINGTON — This year’s Ludington Lake Jump, held on April 21, raised $85,390 for the Lakeshore Food Club. “The show of support from the community is overwhelming,” said Sarah McMahon, director of the food club. “Generous support from corporate sponsors, jumpers, and those who contributed pledges will help us keep up with…
LAC will conduct emergency, reunification drill Friday. LUDINGTON — On Friday, May 4, Ludington Area Catholic School will be conducting an emergency response and reunification drill starting at 12:30 p.m. This drill is being conducted in coordination with Mason County Emergency Management and the Mason County School Safety Planning Team to test the readiness of emergency plans and train personnel. The community…
No injuries following rollover crash in Ludington. LUDINGTON — A crash at the intersection of Dowland and Madison streets caused one vehicle to roll on its side Wednesday afternoon, but neither of the drivers involved were injured. According to Ludington Police Department, the 22-year-old male driver of an eastbound Chevrolet Blazer failed to stop at the stop sign at Madison…
Society changes have impacted education; ESD super reflects on career. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP — On June 30 Randy Howes, superintendent of West Shore Educational Service District, will end his 46-year career in education when he retires, again. Over the years, Howes has seen many changes in education and society. Many of those changes have been for the…
DWLS arrest tops police activity. #MasonCountyCrime BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 37 year-old Sheridan, Michigan man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for second-offense driving while license suspended (DWLS) following a traffic stop Monday, April 30, 8:14 p.m. at US 10 and Taylor Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is other recent police activity in…
Hospital to hold blood drive May 10. LUDINGTON — Michigan Blood is hosting a mobile blood drive on Thursday, May 10, 2018 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The MI Blood Bus will be located in the hospital’s north parking lot off Lawndale Street. Anyone who attempts to donate blood during the drive will be entered for…
Hart woman pleads guilty to breaking into local businesses. #MasonCountyCrime. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Hart woman faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty today in 51st Circuit Court to two counts of breaking and entering and being a repeat offender. Candice Lee Fennel was arrested in March by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office…
Sherman Twp. man to serve 6 months jail in connection to teen’s death. #MasonCountyCrime. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Mason Paul Saya, 19, briefly broke into tears after the parents of Henry MacDougall read victim impact statements during a sentencing hearing in 51st Circuit Court today, May 1, 2018. Saya, of 3816 N. Tuttle Road, Sherman Township, was sentenced…
Sex offender accused of failing to register taking case to trial. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old man accused of failing to register as a sex offender for the fourth time, rejected a plea agreement by the Mason County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office today in 51st Circuit Court and is taking his case to trial. Raymond Harold Snay, no address listed, was…
Supreme Court candidate to speak at Democrats’ meeting. LUDINGTON — Sam Bagenstos, a candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court, will be the speaker at this month’s general membership meeting of the Mason County Democratic Party. The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 N. Harrison St.
Woman injured during 6 department woods fire. #MasonCountyNews By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 24-year-old woman was injured while attempting to extinguish a woods fire at her home Monday afternoon. Six fire departments were eventually dispatched to the fire near the corner of Stolberg Road and 21st Street, between Tallman and Round lakes. The fire burned between three…
Ludington treasurer announces retirement. #LudingtonNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — City Treasurer Linda Rogers has announced her retirement, effective July 15, 2018. Rogers has been the elected treasurer for 10 years. “The timing of my exit follows the successful end of the 2017 property tax year and settlement of my tax records with the county treasurer, leaving a clean…
Weather service issues fire warning; burning ban in effect. GRAND RAPIDS — The National Weather Service has issued a “red flag” fire warning that includes Oceana, Mason, and Manistee counties, effective at 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1. The area is currently under a “watch” until 8 p.m. tonight. Winds from the southwest at 10 to 20…
College to honor Manistee hospital president during commencement. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Over 200 West Shore Community College students are eligible to receive degrees and certificates at the college’s 48th commencement ceremony to be held on Friday, May 4, at 7 p.m. in the college’s Recreation Center Arena. Speakers for the event will be President Scott Ward, Bruce C. Smith, chairman of the…
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