Farm to Fork Gala brings consumers and farmers together. #MasonCountyAgriculture By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Have you ever wondered what the difference is between organic food and “all natural” food? Are you concerned about GMOs? Did you know that 22% of Michigan’s workforce is connected to agriculture? These topics were amongst the conversations that took place Thursday…
Firefighters save Logan Twp. house. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LOGAN TOWNSHIP — Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish a fire at 8529 E Kinney Rd. Friday morning. Carr Fire Department and Branch Township Fire Department were called to the house just after 8:30 a.m. Carr Fire Chief Andy LaPointe said the owner of the house told him that he had…
Watch for deer when driving. #MasonCounty Local police agencies have been busy in recent days with several car/deer crashes during early morning and evening hours. Be on the lookout for deer, especially when traveling during dusk and dawn hours. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017: – 4:19 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer…
Recent deaths, posted Nov 10, 2017. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Carl “Cappi” Roghan, 77, of Lansing and formerly of Scottville, died Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017. Brian D. Chimel, 52, of Scottville died Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Florence Marie Beerman, 87, of Ludington died November 9, 2017. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr.,…
Recent births, reported Nov. 10, 2017. #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Elliott Jean Walters, the daughter of Courtney and Cory Walters of Ludington, was born November 8, 2017. Gideon Kenneth Armstrong, the son of Trisha and Joshua Armstrong of Ludington, was born November 9, 2017. Abigail Joe Woods, the daughter of Heather and Ryan Woods of Ludington, was…
Spartan Pride. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central School Middle School students had the opportunity to show their “Spartan pride” Wednesday. Principal John Russell said each student received a t-shirt that reads “Spartan Pride”. The school had a half day because of staff inservice. In the morning students had the opportunity to catch up on homework or to participate in…
Recent arraignments include obstructing police officer cases. #MasonCountyCrime. By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Avel Molina Escamilla, 55, of 3654 Johnson Rd., Amber Township, was arrested November 4 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on a felony charge of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Preliminary hearing: November 22 at 11:15 a.m.…
79th District Court dismissals, posted Nov. 8, 2017. #MasonCountyCourt. By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following cases were recently dismissed in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Rebekah Lou Malburg, 31, of 1150 Brandy Lane, Lot 68B, Pere Marquette Township, had a charge of possession of synthetic marijuana dismissed on October 24 per a plea agreement. -Beatrice Hernandez, 51,…
79th District Court sentencings posted Nov. 8, 2017. #MasonCountyCrime. By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Paul Edmond Turner, 32, of 405 N. William St., Ludington, pleaded guilty November 6 to disorderly person – trespassing and was sentenced to six days in jail with credit for six days served;…
Village reduces police patrols during winter. #PentwaterPoliceDepartment By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. PENTWATER — In an effort to save money during the slower winter months, the Village of Pentwater is converting two full-time officers into part-time officers through mid-May. Pentwater Village Manager Christopher Brown said the staffing change is projected to save the village approximately $40,000 during the remainder of this…
Michigan farmers watching closely as tax reform continues to evolve. #AgricultureNews. Michigan farmers remain cautiously optimistic with the recent House Ways and Means Committee tax reform package, officially labeled the “The Tax Cuts & Job Act.” Calling it long-overdue, Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) President Carl Bednarski, a Tuscola County row-crop farmer, says the organization is encouraged that Congress has taken “the first-steps”…
Veteran Eric Lund, recovering well after double arm replacement surgery. Hamlin Township resident Sgt. (ret) Eric Lund is currently recovering after receiving a double arm replacement surgery at John Hopkins University in Baltimore Tuesday. While serving in the Michigan Army National Guard in Afghanistan, Lund was injured on May 20, 2012, losing both of his arms above the elbow. He…
House approves Rep. VanderWall bills to help drivers, improve safety on Michigan roads Legislation helps clarify law and protect Michigan motorists LANSING — The Michigan House today approved legislation introduced by state Rep. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) to help clarify state law and address safety concerns for Michigan drivers. The bill provides a 30-day grace period for displaying proof of registration…
Recent deaths, posted Nov 8, 2017. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Catherine “Cathy” Susan Seelhoff, 65, of Ludington, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133 has sponsored this posting. Full list of 2017 deaths.
Car/deer crashes plague motorists. #MasonCounty The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017: – 12:22 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 24-year-old Ludington man was arrested for probation violation, 6000 block of Hermitage Avenue, Hamlin Township. – 3:33 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, 2000 block of West US 10, Amber Township. – 6:31 a.m., (MCSO),…
Sword-carrying man who sneaked around jail pleads guilty. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Flint man admitted in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 7, that he was carrying five swords when he was sneaking around the Mason County Jail the night of Sept. 15. See related story here. Ricky Todd Wilson was arrested after sheriff’s deputies viewing…
Scottville moving forward with charter revision process. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is moving forward with updating the city’s charter, which was adapted in the 1950s. During its regular meeting Monday, the commission appointed a charter commission to review recent revisions proposed by a special committee that was created by Mayor Bruce Krieger. In order to adopt a new…
Obituary: William Talsma, 97, Scottville. William Einer Talsma, 97, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 30, 1919 in Claim Union Township to Thys E. and Clara (Hansen) Talsma. Bill attended Riverton Schools and Ludington Schools. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he served his country as…
Scottville man injured in Oceana County crash in stable condition. MUSKEGON — MacKenzie Quillen, 24, of Scottville is currently in stable condition at Mercy Health in Muskegon, according to a family member. Quillen was injured during a vehicle crash Saturday night near the intersection of 120th Avenue and Jackson Road in Oceana County’s Crystal Township. Details of the crash are…
Off-duty deputy spots wanted suspects, pair arrested. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — An off-duty Mason County sheriff’s deputy spotted two suspects at a local business Monday afternoon, Nov. 6, who were wanted on multiple warrants, which led to the arrest of a 31-year-old Ludington woman and a 23-year-old Ludington man, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The pair were…
Grant will help improve collaboration between local justice system and mental health. LUDINGTON — West Michigan Community Mental Health (CMH) and the Pentwater Police Department have been awarded a federal grant to improve collaboration between the criminal justice system and mental health services in Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties. In Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties individuals with mental illness and…
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