O’Malley takes 101st House seat. Republican Jack O’Malley defeated Democrat Kathy Wiejaczka to become the next representative of Michigan’s 101st House of Representative district, which includes Mason, Manistee, Benzie, and Leelanau counties. O’Malley won by 58% of the votes, 28,249-20,714. “I am honored,” O’Malley said this morning. “To receive an individual’s vote is a very precious thing to me. Knowing…
Barker, Tomaszewski win WSCC board seats. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — James Barker was re-elected to the West Shore Community College Board of Trustees Tuesday evening. Joining him will be new member Randal Tomaszewski. Barker received a total of 12,209 votes, Tomaszewski received 10,470 while James Scatena received 10,364. The college district includes all of Mason and Manistee counties along with portions…
Obituary: Anita Freeland, 77, Ludington Anita L. Freeland, age 77, of Ludington passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018. She was born July 9, 1941 in Ludington. She is survived by her husband Laval and her son William. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 16, 2018 at 2 p.m. with visitation starting at 1 p.m. at the Oak Grove…
Obituary: Jordan James, 20, Pentwater Jordan James, 20, of Pentwater, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Jordan was born on November 4, 1997 in Battle Creek, the son of Jesse and Penny (Schultz) James. He attended Mason County Central Schools and was planning on attending adult education classes to complete his schooling. Jordan enjoyed fishing, bike riding, walking,…
Scottville Elementary seeking Halloween costumes. SCOTTVILLE — If anyone has Halloween costumes they would like to donate, Scottville Elementary is asking for consideration. The school keeps a supply of costumes on hand for students who do not have one but would like to participate in Halloween activities with a costume. The school depleted its supply last week. Clean costumes may…
MCC to hold half day Friday. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools will hold a half-day Friday, Nov. 9. Scottville Elementary will dismiss at 11:20 a.m., all other grades dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Sack lunches will be available. Teachers will be participating with law enforcement in safety training during the afternoon. Buildings will be in lock-down. The public is being asked…
Hospital to hold Veterans Day ceremony. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital will hold a Veterans Day observance ceremony on Monday, Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. at the flagpole near the main entrance to the hospital to honor all men and women who have served in the U.S. military. The Ludington Hospital Veterans Day observance will include remarks by Randy…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 7, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Angeline L. Krause, 88, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Service times are pending. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Anita L. Freeland, 77, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Jacqueline “Jackie” L. Stevens, 90, of Pentwater, died…
Cloudy skies today; snow tomorrow. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 Cloudy skies. High 40; low 32 Precipitation: 50% day; 20% evening. Wind: W 17 mph day; WNW 11 mph evening. Humidity: 72% Sunrise: 7:29 a.m.; sunset: 5:27 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 Cloudy skies during the day. Snow possible overnight with accumulations less than one inch.…
Final Results for Mason County contested races: With 25 of 25 precincts reporting, here are the results of the contested political races and proposals in Mason County: State Senator 35th District: Curt VanderWall (R), 8,931; Michael Taillard (D), 4,385; Timothy Coon (L), 275 State Representative 101st District: Jack O’Malley (R), 8,327; Kathy Wiejaczka (D), 5,280 West Shore Community College Board…
Ludington man faces jail for 3rd-offense domestic violence. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON – A 31-year-old Ludington man faces serving six months up front of a one-year discretionary jail term after pleading guilty to third-offense domestic violence Tuesday, Nov. 6, in 51st Circuit Court. Deshawn Erik Latimer, of 915 E. Maple St., initially faced other felony charges of assault…
Cougar sighting in Custer Township? CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Tim Dill found this picture on one of his trail cameras of what he believes is a cougar near US 10 and Bean Road just outside of Scottville. The picture was taken on Sunday, Nov. 4. Others may argue that it is a bobcat. Cougars were originally native to Michigan, but were extirpated…
Obituary: James Brand, 75, Ludington. James Gerald Brand, age 75, of Ludington passed away Friday, November 2, 2018 after an automobile accident. He was born May 6, 1943 in Homer, Michigan. After high school, James enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He proudly served his county from 1961 to 1966. James worked in the state correctional system for 29 years.…
4-H reaches $50K endowment goal VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Mason County 4-H recently reached its $50,000 goal for the Mason County 4-H Endowment fund. The Pennies from Heaven Foundation has offered to match $10,000 if an additional $10,000 is reached by Dec. 31, 2018. The Mason County 4-H Endowment fund provides the 4-H program with the means to benefit many lives…
Blessing of the Hunt on Nov. 10. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — The Sugar Ridge Church of the Brethren, 2012 E. Wilson Road, will hold its annual Blessing of the Hunt on Saturday November 10, 2018 starting at 6:30 p.m. The church is located 2 ½ miles south and ½ mile west of Custer on Wilson Road. The annual event is an…
Hospital offering CPR/BLS class. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital’s Win With Wellness program is offering an American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/BLS (basic life support) certification class on Monday, November 12, 2018 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the classrooms located on the lower level of the hospital. Upon successful completion of the class, participants will be issued an AHA Heartsaver…
Occasional light rain possible today, Election Day. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. ELECTION DAY. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018 Occasional light rain possible. High 46; low 35 Precipitation: 80% day; 70% evening Wind: SW 18 mph day; W 18 mph evening Humidity: 90% Sunrise: 7:28 a.m.; sunset: 5:28 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 Rain showers early with overcast skies later. High…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 6, 2018. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Kate Gilliland, 55, of Custer died on Friday, November 2, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. James Gerald Brand, 75, of Ludington died on Friday, November 2, 2018. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133 has…
Jewelry stolen during break-in. #MasonCountyCrime CUSTER TOWNSHIP – The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating two residential break-ins, one of which involved the theft of jewelry, that occurred in the 7000 block of Custer Road, said Sgt. Charles Hockanson. Both break-ins were reported shortly before 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4. Jewelry was stolen from one residence, and…
Fountain woman receives minor injuries following Saturday crash. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Fountain woman received minor injuries Saturday morning, Nov. 3, when the vehicle she was driving lost control after striking a mud puddle near the intersection of Fountain and Budzynski roads, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The vehicle left the roadway, went into a ditch and…
Benefit to raise funds for Custer sculpture. CUSTER — A benefit is being held to raise money for the sculpture that is planned to be installed in the Village of Custer. The benefit will take place Sunday, Nov. 11 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Johnny’s Roadhouse, 2278 E. US 10. The sculpture is part of the Mason County Sculpture…
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