More cultural trails planned for Mason, Lake counties. The Ludington/Mason County Cultural Economic Development Task Force is launching two new Mason County Cultural Trails with a third planned. The new “trails” will focus on music and sculpture and will be “unveiled” at the end of this week. In partnership with Lake County, area residents and visitors who log on to…
17-year-old arrested for third-offense alcohol possession. #MasonCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Tuesday, July 24, 2018: – 1:20 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 17-year-old Ludington man was arrested for probation violation and third-offense minor in possession of alcohol, Poplar Road near East Wilson Trial, Custer Township. Thursday, July 26, 2018: – 4:25 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s…
Community Church awards scholarships. LUDINGTON – Community Church of Ludington has recently awarded 12 scholarships. Recipients included: Brandy Thomas, Erin Thomsen, Jenna Knizacky, Evan Smith, Alec Johnson, Makenzie Condit, Jared Knizacky, Gabe Liebetreu, Alexandra Nellis, Caleb Eastway, Spencer Knizacky, Harley Smakal. The 12 Scholarships represent a total of $12,200. Community Church of Ludington has been awarding scholarships since 1972 through…
Breakwater partially closed. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department has announced that it has partially closure the North Breakwater from the bend to the lighthouse, effective at 1:30 p.m. today. The closure was made due to water level, wind and wave conditions. It will be re-opened when conditions subside.
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County is offering a variety of firearm/hunter classes in the next few months. Concealed Pistol License classes: The club will offer a two-day CPL class on Friday, Aug. 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. and all day Saturday, Aug. 4, with live range shooting to take place in the afternoon.…
Kidnapping, sexual assault top 79th District Court arraignments. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Devin McKay Martin, 18, no address listed, was arrested by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of kidnapping and criminal sexual conduct (CSC) – assault with intent to commit sexual penetration.…
79th District Court sentencings, posted July 26, 2018. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Nathan Scott Yost, 22, of 506 N. Rowe St., Ludington, pleaded “no contest” July 17 to operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for…
Recent deaths, posted July 26, 2018 #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Michael James McDonald, 83, of Ludington, died on Monday, July 23, 2018. Gerald Robert Buck Sr., 91, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Calvin Rule Rushford, 82, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy…
Momentum Business Plan Competition deadline is July 31. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The deadline to enter the $50,000 Momentum Business Plan Competition is Tuesday, July 31 at 11:59 p.m. The competition is for new business start-ups, or businesses with a viable startup idea or business with less than $100,000 in sales annually. The winner will be selected at a public pitch…
Large equipment move to cause slow-downs. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Consumers Energy will be moving large pieces of equipment Friday, July 27, and Monday, July 30 beginning on Pere Marquette Highway, traveling south from First Street to Iris Road, west to Lakeshore Drive and then to the pumped storage facility. The moves will take place between 7:30 and 11 a.m.…
Invasive plant species walking tour to be held at Cartier Park. LUDINGTON — Members of the North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area will be holding a walking tour through Cartier Park on Tuesday, July 31, to introduce members of the public to a variety of invasive plant species. The walk is scheduled from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and will begin…
Democrat monthly meeting LUDINGTON — The next meeting of the Mason County Democratic Party will be Thursday, August 2, at 7 p.m. at the Ludington Area, 107 S. Harrison St. Mason County Clerk Cheryl Kelly, will demonstrate voting machines and answer questions. Jannice Lamb will also speak on the Oakview millage request on the August 7 Ballot. After a short business meeting, the film…
Primary Election: List of county, school, and municipal ballot issues. #Election18 LUDINGTON — Michigan voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 7 during the state’s Primary Election. Both the Democrat and Republican parties hold their primaries on this day. Voters choosing a partisan candidate must only vote for one party. However, the election will include some local ballot…
Obituary: Ryan J. Quick, 32, Fountain Ryan J. Quick, 32, of Fountain passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018 due to a motorcycle accident. He was born February 19, 1986, the youngest of triplets, to Jack and Camille (Bennett) Quick. Ryan graduated from Mason County Eastern in 2004 and went on to receive his certification in welding from West Shore Community…
Fatal motorcycle crash victim identified. #MasonCountyNews. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Ryan Joseph Quick, 32, of Branch, has been identified as the motorcyclist who died Sunday afternoon following a two vehicle crash. The crash occurred about 12:19 p.m. when Quick was traveling southbound in the 3100 block of Reek Road, just over a crest in the hill, when his Harley Davidson motorcycle…
Deputies arrest woman lying in road screaming obscenities. #MasonCountyCrime BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 22-year-old Walhalla woman was arrested for disorderly person Saturday, July 21, at 3:42 a.m. in the 200 block of Gibson Road after Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to an “intoxicated person” call. “Responding deputies found the subject lying in the roadway screaming obscenities,” said Mason County Sheriff…
U2 tribute band to perform Rhythm and Dunes concert Saturday. LUDINGTON —The first of two free community West Shore Bank Rhythm and Dunes concerts will take place this Saturday, July 28, at Waterfront Park. The U2 tribute band Hollywood U2, will perform at 7 p.m. The Mason County Central Jazz Band will open the concert at 6 p.m. Crowds have…
College board considering contracting janitorial services for Arts & Sciences Center. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Board of Trustees is scheduled to take action on contracting out janitorial services for its Arts and Sciences Center during a special meeting today. The college already contracts with Northern Floor Care of Riverton Township for janitorial services at the Recreation Center…
Portion of Hansen Road closed to traffic. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Road Commission has announced that Hansen Road between Meyers and Victory Corners roads in Amber Township is currently closed to through traffic. The road has been under scheduled construction but damage caused by rain on Saturday caused the road to be closed. The road is expected to be…
Ludington council to consider changing sidewalk ordinance for new homes. LUDINGTON — The City Council will take action on making its new construction sidewalk ordinance a little more flexible. The current ordinance requires property owners building a new home to install a new sidewalk with no exceptions. The proposed amendments would allow the city’s zoning administrator to grant an exemption…
3rd annual Stratford on the Avenue Theatre Festival begins this weekend. LUDINGTON — The Stage Left Theatre Company and House of Flavors Restaurants will present the third annual Stratford on the Avenue Theatre Festival at Rotary Park in Ludington on Friday, July 27, Saturday, July 28, Friday, August 3, and Saturday, August 4 with performances at 7 p.m. and Sunday,…
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