Arts in Motion offers art expression to those with special needs. Program kicks off Sunday. #ArtsInMotion. LUDINGTON — Arts in Motion – Lakeshore will debut on Sunday, March 26 at Makers Market of Ludington, located downtown, from 1 to 3 p.m. The all-inclusive arts group specializes in art expression for individuals with special needs. The free program will include dancing, drumming,…
Congressman Huizenga to host Facebook town hall meeting tonight. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-Holland) will hold a Facebook town hall with residents of the Second Congressional District (which includes Mason and Oceana counties) at 6:30 p.m. tonight. To participate in this event, residents are encouraged to go to Congressman Huizenga’s Facebook Page. For residents who already “like” Huizenga’s page, Facebook…
Obituary: Dale Frederick Smith, 49, Branch. #MasonCountyDeaths. Dale Frederick Smith, 49 of Branch, passed away on March 18, 2017 at his home. Dale was born January 31, 1968 in Ludington, the son of the late Frederick Smith of Branch and Helen (Willavage) Smith of Branch. Dale attended Mason County Eastern High School and graduated with the class of 1987. He…
Spartan Proud: Marty Erickson: It’s all about that bass. Hometown lessons molded a career as a world renowned musician Class of ’65 graduate #SpartanProud. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Spartan Proud is sponsored by Mason County Central Schools. This series features alumni of Mason County Central telling their stories. Martin D. “Marty” Erickson grew up in Scottville. He was born into…
Taylor Street construction begins Friday. #LudingtonNews. LUDINGTON — Taylor Street, between First and Sixth streets, will be under construction beginning Friday, March 24. Vehicle traffic will be reduced to one lane on Taylor Street, however driveways and alley approaches will remain open. Parking on Taylor Street is discouraged during construction. The project consists of asphalt removal to a depth of…
Scottville commission sends rental ordinance proposal to attorney. #ScottvilleNews. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission voted unanimously Monday to have City Attorney Tracy Thompson, review the ordinance proposal that was passed earlier this month by the city’s Planning Commission. The proposed ordinance, as presented by the Planning Commission, would be identical to the City of Ludington’s residential rental ordinance, which has…
Michelle Spinner is ready to help customers at Smith & Eddy Insurance. SCOTTVILLE — Meet Michelle Spinner, she’s one of the friendly faces you’ll see at Smith & Eddy Insurance. Michelle is a customer service representative and an agent in the Scottville office, 201 S. Main St. Michelle lives in Custer and grew up in Branch on the eastern side…
One of our heroes needs us, Riverton fire chief faces cancer battle. #CooperStrong. Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. There are many people in our area who are currently fighting cancer and we apologize up front for not being able to tell every single person’s story. But, this is a story that needs to be told. One of our county’s heroes, who…
Scottville commissioners to discuss rental ordinance. #ScottvilleNews. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is expected to discuss the proposed residential rental inspection ordinance during its regular meeting today at 5:30 p.m. The proposed ordinance, as presented by the Planning Commission, would be identical to the City of Ludington’s residential rental ordinance, which has been in effect there for just over…
LPD sees decrease in calls. #LudingtonNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Department responded to 2,394 less calls in 2016 than it did in 2015, according to a report by Police Chief Mark Barnett. Barnett is expected to present the department’s annual report during the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:30 p.m. tonight. The number of…
Drunk, drugged driving arrests among weekend police activity. #MasonCountyNews #PoliceNews The following is police activity over the weekend: Friday, March 17, 2017: – 2:37 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 26-year-old Branch woman was arrested for driving while license suspended (DWLS), US 10 and Reek Road, Custer Township. – 4:50 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), one-vehicle crash, no injuries, M-116…
Spartan Proud: Ed Caspersen, from Scottville to a galaxy far far away. Class of ’94 graduate is technology supervisor for Star Wars animation. #SpartanProud. #MasonCountyCentral. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Today we begin a new series, sponsored by Mason County Central Schools: Spartan Proud. This series will feature alumni of Mason County Central High School telling their stories. We begin the series…
Local farmers talk issues with members of congress during Washington visit. #MasonCountyAgriculture #FarmBureau. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. I had the honor of being one of over 130 farmers to represent the state of Michigan during the Michigan Farm Bureau Washington Legislative Seminar this week in the District of Columbia. We were charged with discussing farm policies with our legislators. Brad…
James Street Plaza to be redesigned into Legacy Park; fundraiser planned on Badger. #DowntownLudington. LUDINGTON — The Downtown Ludington Board is planning to enhance the gathering space currently referred to as the James Street Plaza by creating a walk through Ludington’s history and renaming the space Legacy Park. An event is planned in May to raise money for the project.…
DWLS arrest, assault recent among police activity. #MasonCountyNews #PoliceNews The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, March 15, 2017: – 3 a.m., (Michigan State Police), alarm activation, 3000 block of US 10, Amber Township. Thursday, March 16, 2017: – 12:04 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), vehicle crash, no injuries, East Ludington Avenue and North Harrison Street, City of…
Weapons, drugs, forgery among Mason County district court arraignments. #MasonCountyCourtNews. By Alan Neushwander, contributing writer. The following were recently arraigned in 79th District Court: Felonies -Andre Nieves, 18, of 7406 N. Alexander Rd., Grant Township, was arrested Mar. 9 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on felony charges of carrying a concealed weapon and felony firearms, and misdemeanor charges…
79th District Court sentencings and dismissals. #MasonCountyCourtNews. By Alan Neushwander, contributing writer. The following were recently sentenced in 79th District Court: – Phillip Edwards Mallory Roberts, 30, no address listed, pleaded guilty Mar. 7 to assault and battery and was sentenced to 45 days in jail with credit for 29 days served; 93 days discretionary jail for one year; no…
Hansen Road closing for construction. #MasonCountyRoads. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Hansen Road will be closed to through traffic starting Monday, March 20 due to a construction project. The project includes full-depth cold milling and aggregate base removal, hot asphalt surfacing, aggregate base and shoulders, tree removal, clearing and slope restoration. Local traffic and emergency vehicle usage will be maintained. The detour…
Rep. VanderWall introduces legislation honoring veterans. #Lansing #101HouseDistrict. LANSING — Legislation introduced by state Rep. Curt VanderWall, of Ludington, would allow a widow or widower to keep their spouse’s disabled veteran license plate. Currently, only the disabled veteran is allowed to have a disabled veteran license plate. When the individual passes away, their spouse is required to return the plate to…
Squires awarded national leadership award by chiropractic peers. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dr. Lewis Squires of Lewis Family Chiropractic, Scottville, was presented the Outstanding Legislative Leadership Award by the American Chiropractic Association Wednesday. Squires, along with over 500 other chiropractic physicians and supporters, was in the nation’s capitol this week as part of the National Chiropractic Leadership Conference. While in Washington,…
Fire damages Pere Marquette Township building. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from Pere Marquette Township and Ludington fire departments are on scene of a fire at GLC metal fabricators, 5969 W. U.S. 10, near Nelson Road. They were called to the scene at 8:30 a.m. We will update when more information is available. Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies are also on the…
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