51st Circuit Court sentencings include police property destruction, drug possession.

April 29, 2016
51st Circuit Court sentencings include police property destruction, drug possession.

The court news is sponsored by Emelander Law Firm, PC, serving Oceana, Mason and Newaygo counties. Office: 231.303.5005; Cell: 231.303.0905. www.emelanderlaw.com. By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: Andrew Michael Desmarais, 28, of 14135 Pleasanton Hwy., Bear Lake, was found guilty Feb. 24 of malicious destruction of police/fire property; possession of marijuana;…

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79th District Court sentencings.

April 29, 2016
79th District Court sentencings.

The court news is sponsored by Emelander Law Firm, PC, serving Oceana, Mason and Newaygo counties. Office: 231.303.5005; Cell: 231.303.0905. www.emelanderlaw.com. By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Kenyon Clark Thomas, Jr., 28, of 1133 W. Hazel Rd., Hart, was found guilty April 19 of disorderly person – jostling and sentenced…

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Inmate allegedly attempts to sneak drugs into jail.

April 29, 2016
Inmate allegedly attempts to sneak drugs into jail.

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is pursuing charges of possession of a schedule IV drug and smuggling contraband into a correctional facility against a 24-year-old jail inmate. A corrections deputy at the Mason County Jail recovered two Ativan pills after noticing an inmate, who was returning from work release Thursday at 9:20 pm., reportedly “digging into his pants pocket,”…

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PM Lake Watershed Council formed to preserve future of lake.

April 28, 2016
PM Lake Watershed Council formed to preserve future of lake.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ray Karboske II knows Pere Marquette Lake. He grew up there, working alongside his dad, Ray, at Ray’s Auto-Marine at 801 S. Washington Ave. just north of the Washington Avenue Bridge.  “I remember when my dad bought the place,” he said. “I was in elementary school, in the early ‘70s.” Ray is concerned with…

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Ludington taking steps to reduce wastewater plant odors.

April 28, 2016
Ludington taking steps to reduce wastewater plant odors.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The city has announced that it is taking more steps to alleviate the odors originating from its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) on Sixth Street. Two weeks ago, several residents contacted MCP with concerns about the odors from the plant. See related story here. Since that time, a Facebook page has been set up called…

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Democrats hosting meet and eat with candidates.

April 28, 2016

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Democrats will host a “meet, chat and eat spring salad social with the candidates” on Saturday May 7 at the Ludington Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., from noon to 2 p.m. Candidates Dan Scripps, Lon Johnson, Jerry Cannon and Dennis Murphy will be there to share their  platforms.   Call  231-845-7058 or  231-843-4045…

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Police investigate animal abuse.

April 28, 2016
Police investigate animal abuse.

The following is local law enforcement activity Wednesday, April 27, 2016: – 3:55 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), larceny, 500 block of N. Robert St., City of Ludington. – 4:25 p.m., (LPD), fraud, 500 block of S. Harrison St., City of Ludington. – 8:38 p.m., (LPD), animal abuse, 700 block of N. Delia St., City of Ludington. – 9:40 p.m., (Michigan…

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WSCC Future Business Leaders host at conference.

April 28, 2016
WSCC Future Business Leaders host at conference.

GRAND RAPIDS — A group of students from West Shore Community College were given the opportunity to participate as hosts for the 2016 CTE (Career and Technical Education) Michigan Career Education Conference held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids. The students are active members of the college’s Future Business Leaders (FBL) club, an active registered student organization currently…

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Gus Busters needed for basketball tournament.

April 28, 2016
Gus Busters needed for basketball tournament.

LUDINGTON — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking Gus Busters for the 2016 Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament. The tournament is scheduled for Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19. The Ludington Gus Macker 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Gus Busters are required to blow a whistle and attend…

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3 services will observe National Day of Prayer.

April 27, 2016
3 services will observe National Day of Prayer.

LUDINGTON — Three services will be held locally during National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 5. The first service will be held in front of Ludington High School at 7:30 a.m. Students will lead a prayer service there. At 12:20 p.m., a service will be held on the north steps of the Mason County Courthouse and then a prayer service…

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Second annual Fish on For Freedom tournament promises great day for veterans.

April 27, 2016
Second annual Fish on For Freedom tournament promises great day for veterans.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — Adam Lamb and Brad Hackert were amazed by the community support of the inaugural Fish on For Freedom veterans fishing tournament last June. They are looking forward to a bigger and better event this year, on June 24. Last year’s event was on a Thursday but this year it will be on a Friday.…

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Squires discusses chiropractors’ efforts to gain full physician status with congressman.

April 27, 2016
Squires discusses chiropractors’ efforts to gain full physician status with congressman.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dr. Lewis Squires of Squires Family Care Chiropractic of Scottville recently attended an American Chiropractic Association event in Washington, D.C. During the trip, Squires met with Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-Holland) of Michigan’s second congressional district. While in Washington, Dr. Squires was able to attend a reception and meet with two Metal of Honor recipients. Squires said the ACA…

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Suspended license arrests, prowler among police activity.

April 27, 2016
Suspended license arrests, prowler among police activity.

The following is local law enforcement activity Tuesday, April 26, 2016: – 4:16 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 45-year-old Ludington man was arrested for second-offense driving while license suspended (DWLS) following a traffic stop, US 31 Freeway near Pere Marquette Hwy., PM Township. – 12:06 p.m., (MCSO), a subject was found in Walmart after being served “no trespass” orders,…

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Hospital convenient care open again.

April 27, 2016

LUDINGTON — The Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is open again. On Tuesday, it was announced that the clinic would be closed Wednesday through Friday of this week, April 27 – 29.  However, the hospital has now announced the clinic is open.

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Hospital convenient care temporarily closed.

April 26, 2016
Hospital convenient care temporarily closed.

LUDINGTON — The Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital will be closed Wednesday through Friday of this week, April 27 – 29.  The office will reopen on Monday, May 2.  The hospital is asked that patients contact their primary care office or, for an emergency, call 9-1-1 or come to the hospital 24-hour emergency department.

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Recent death, reported April 26, 2016.

April 26, 2016

Mildred Frederick, 79, passed away on April 25, 2016 at home in Ludington. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ludington. See full list of 2016 deaths here. 

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Marijuana arrest among police activity.

April 26, 2016
Marijuana arrest among police activity.

The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Monday, April 25, 2016: – 12:23 a.m., a 30-year-old Ludington woman was arrested for possession of marijuana following a traffic stop, Pere Marquette Hwy., south of US 10, PM Township. – 1:06 a.m., car/deer crash, no injuries, US 10 and Tuttle Rd., Custer Township. – 6:31 a.m., car/deer crash, no injuries, Sugar…

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Amber Twp. board hears request to relocate health care practices to Scottville; takes no action on request.

April 26, 2016

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Amber Township Board of Trustees heard a request Monday during its regular meeting by Dr. Lewis Squires to move his chiropractic practice and a neighboring dentist office into the jurisdiction of the City of Scottville. Squires, owner of Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 W. US 10, and Dr. Nick Simone of Simone Family…

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Community Foundation awards grants.

April 25, 2016

LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County has released the spring 2016 funds that have been awarded to the following: Gateway to Success Academy of Scottville has been awarded $10,000 toward sponsorship of the Administrative Office. Habitat for Humanity of Mason County has been awarded $1,000 toward project and home repair education classes to Mason County adults. Lakeshore Resource…

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CTE students assist Victory Early Childhood Center.

April 25, 2016
CTE students assist Victory Early Childhood Center.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Students from the West Shore Educational Service District’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) building trades classes have been helping out Mason County Central’s Victory Early Childhood Development Center on Stiles Road. The building trade students are constructing an outdoor learning shelter along with a raised garden bed. The two facilities, along with a…

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Deputies seize 87 grams of marijuana; Grand Haven man arrested.

April 25, 2016
Deputies seize 87 grams of marijuana; Grand Haven man arrested.

GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old Grand Haven man, who was allegedly in possession of 87 grams of marijuana, was arrested on a felony charge of possession with intent to deliver marijuana by Mason County sheriff’s deputies following a traffic stop Friday, April 22, at 8:50 p.m. at Quarterline and Township roads. The following is other local law enforcement activity over…

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