Fin & Feather to offer free action shooting class.

August 28, 2018

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.…

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Crashes, arrests keep police busy.

August 28, 2018

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,…

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Recent births, reported Aug. 28, 2018

August 28, 2018

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…

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Parents: When it comes to the “drug talk,” teens want more conversation.

August 28, 2018

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.  …

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Obituary: Dennis Gum, 52, Ludington.

August 27, 2018

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…

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Man arrested after grabbing women at Dollar Tree.

August 27, 2018

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…

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Ludington city calendar photo submissions requested.

August 27, 2018

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…

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Recent deaths, posted Aug. 26, 2018

August 26, 2018

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,…

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North breakwater closed.

August 24, 2018

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.

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Amber Township man arraigned for criminal sexual conduct. 

August 24, 2018

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…

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79th District Court sentencings.

August 24, 2018

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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Momentum Business Plan finalists announced.

August 24, 2018

Momentum Business Plan finalists announced. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Five finalists have been selected for the annual Momentum Business Plan Competition, which has a $50,000 prize. The event is coordinated by the Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce. The five presenters will be (listed in alphabetical order) –Cynthia Lang Pilates, HumaniTea, Leta’s Educational Child Care, The Lake House, and…

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Event will discuss mental illness and its effects on families.

August 23, 2018

Event will discuss mental illness and its effects on families. LUDINGTON — A free community event on mental health’s impact on families will be held Sept. 19 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. The event will feature preview scenes from “Coming Up For Air,” a feature film shot in Ludington and other parts of west Michigan.  The event…

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Deputies investigating stolen vehicles, break-ins.

August 22, 2018

Deputies investigating stolen vehicles, break-ins. #MasonCountyCrime. LUDINGTON — Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a series of crimes that took place early Tuesday morning in Amber and Pere Marquette townships and the City of Ludington. At 4:48 a.m., deputies were called to a reported breaking and entering in the 1200 block of North Victory Corner Road in Amber Township.…

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Clown Band performs ‘Coming Home’ concert tonight in Scottville.

August 21, 2018

Clown Band performs ‘Coming Home’ concert tonight in Scottville. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band will close out the 2018 Clown Band Shell Tuesday night performance season with its “Coming Home” concert tonight beginning at 7 p.m. The band shell is located adjacent to the Scottville Optimist Center behind West Shore Bank. The Optimist Club will be selling bratwursts, hot…

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North breakwater closed.

August 21, 2018

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.

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Locally filmed ‘God Bless the Broken Road” premieres Friday.

August 20, 2018

Locally filmed ‘God Bless the Broken Road” premieres Friday with red carpet event. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. MANISTEE — The latest film by 10 West Studios premieres Friday, Aug. 24, at the Ramsdell Theatre. “God Bless the Broken Road” is the locally-owned film company’s largest undertaking and will be released Sept. 7 to over 1,000 theaters across the country. The…

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Police looking for squatting suspects.

August 20, 2018

Police looking for squatting suspects. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department is seeking help identifying a couple who have allegedly been squatting in a vacant home in the 200 block of East Melendy Street for nearly three weeks, said Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett. A locksmith recently visited the home and discovered that a side…

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Recent deaths, posted Aug. 20, 2018.

August 20, 2018

Recent deaths, posted Aug. 20, 2018 #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Roger L. Bailey, 82, of Scottville, died on Friday, Aug. 17, 2018.  Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133 has sponsored this posting.  Listing of 2018 deaths.

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Ludington school board to consider hiring new 3rd grade teacher.

August 20, 2018

Ludington school board to consider hiring new 3rd grade teacher. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Schools Board of Education will consider hiring a new third grade teacher when it meets for its regular meeting tonight. Sarah Hodges is being recommended for the position. Hodges received her bachelor’s degree of fine arts from Michigan State University, majoring in special education and…

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Break-in at Tractor Supply store.

August 20, 2018

Break-in at Tractor Supply store. #MasonCountyCrime AMBER TOWNSHIP — Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to a breaking and entering at Tractor Supply, at 4572 W. US 10, Sunday, Aug. 19, at 7:57 p.m. ​Nothing was reported stolen, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is other recent police activity in Mason County: Friday, Aug. 17, 2018: – 1:28 a.m.,…

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