Car used as heroin ‘drug house.’

April 5, 2016
Car used as heroin ‘drug house.’

By Allison Scarbrough. Courts/Police Editor. LUDINGTON — A 46-year-old Ludington woman pleaded guilty Tuesday, April 5, in 51st Circuit Court to conspiracy to commit maintaining a drug house, although the drug “house” was actually her car, a Ford Taurus. Tamara DeLynn Yeargan, of 602 E. Melendy St., was arrested last February by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team…

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Riverton woman sentenced to jail for stealing prescription drugs.

April 5, 2016
Riverton woman sentenced to jail for stealing prescription drugs.

By Allison Scarbrough. Courts/Police Editor. LUDINGTON — A 50-year-old Riverton Township woman was sentenced to serve 45 days up front of a one-year discretionary jail term in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, April 5, for a felony conviction of larceny in a building after stealing the prescription drug, Norco, from a home in the 2900 block of Schwass Road in Riverton…

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Stalker sentenced to jail.

April 5, 2016
Stalker sentenced to jail.

By Allison Scarbrough. Courts/Police Editor. LUDINGTON — A 35-year-old Westmont, Illinois man was sentenced to serve seven months up front of a one-year discretionary jail term for an aggravated stalking conviction Tuesday, April 6, in 51st Circuit Court. Joban Loy Scott also faced a felony count of using a computer to commit a crime that was dismissed in a plea…

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Cops vs. Firefighters, hockey rivalry continues Wednesday.

April 5, 2016
Cops vs. Firefighters, hockey rivalry continues Wednesday.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — It’s that time of year again when local cops and firefighters will face off on the ice for bragging rights of which team is the best at hockey. For the past two years, the Law Dogs have won the title, defeating the Smoke Eaters. Will they repeat for a third time or is it time…

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Double JJ Ranch to hold job fair.

April 5, 2016

ROTHBURY — Double JJ Resort will hold a job fair on Friday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. The job fair will continue on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held in the Dancehall on Double JJ’s property. Up to 100 positions, mostly part-time season, are…

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Domestic assaults, car/deer crashes keep police busy.

April 5, 2016
Domestic assaults, car/deer crashes keep police busy.

The following is local law enforcement activity Monday April 4, 2016: – 12:58 a.m., (Michigan State Police), car/deer crash, US 10-31 and Stiles Rd., Amber Township. – 12:59 p.m, (Ludington Police Department), domestic assault, 900 block of E. Tinkham Ave, City of Ludington. – 6:14 p.m., (LPD), domestic assault, 200 block of N. Lavinia St., City of Ludington. – 6:55…

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Covenant Christian School to hold open house.

April 5, 2016

AMBER TOWNSHIP — Covenant Christian School, 2980 W. US 10-31, will hold an open house on Thursday, April 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. The open house is an opportunity for parents to visit the school to consider enrollment during the 2016-2017 school year. The school offers programs in preschool through eighth grade.

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WSCC music ensembles perform this month.

April 5, 2016

VICTORY TOWNSHIP – The West Shore Community College Music Department will be highlighting its music ensembles throughout April. The Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Ted Malt, professor of music studies and director of the Performing Arts Series will perform on Thursday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Center Stage Theater. The concert will open with a performance by the Ludington…

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Habitat for Humanity will hold second Lud Vegas fund raiser.

April 5, 2016

LUDINGTON — Habitat for Humanity of Mason County will hold its second Lud Vegas fundraising event on Saturday, April 16, at the Stearns Ballroom in the Stearns Hotel in downtown Ludington. Tickets are $75 or $130 per couple and are available here, which includes one free beer, dinner and appetizers including prime rib. Gamers will leave with prizes and a…

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Free Soil man who died in county line crash identified.

April 4, 2016
Free Soil man who died in county line crash identified.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. FILER TOWNSHIP (Manistee County) — The Manistee County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man who died in a two vehicle crash this morning on US 31 just north of the Mason-Manistee counties line. George Kuhr, 79, of Free Soil was pronounced dead at the scene after his Chevrolet Equinox SUV collided head-on with a semi-truck about…

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One dead after US 31 SUV/Semi crash.

April 4, 2016
One dead after US 31 SUV/Semi crash.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. FILER TOWNSHIP (Manistee County) — One person is dead following a SUV/semi truck crash on US 31 between County Line and Fox Farm roads, just north of the Manistee-Mason counties line. The crash occurred Monday morning about 11:20 a.m., according to Manistee County Sheriff Dale Kowalkowski, who is on scene. Kowalkowski said the crash occurred on US…

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Safe Harbor Credit Union celebrates youth.

April 4, 2016
Safe Harbor Credit Union celebrates youth.

LUDINGTON — Safe Harbor Credit Union will be holding several activities this month in observation of Credit Union Youth Month. This year’s theme is “Credit Union Strong,” said Kyle Gurzynski, operations manager. “We want to show kids how to get financially fit. We will have activities in the lobby for our local youth with some fun prizes and surprises.” Safe Harbor…

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Obituary: Donald Post, 99, Ludington.

April 4, 2016
Obituary: Donald Post, 99, Ludington.

Donald M. Post, 99, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, March 26 at Spectrum Health of Ludington. Donald was born to the late Maynard G. Post and Carrie S. (Moore) Post, on November 10, 1916 in Royal Oak, Michigan. He was a veteran of World War II and became a master sergeant for the U.S. Army, serving active duty in…

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Obituary: Mary Ann Neil, 69, Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Ludington.

April 4, 2016
Obituary: Mary Ann Neil, 69, Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Ludington.

Mary Ann Neil, 69, of Mt. Pleasant died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 31, 2016 in Frankenmuth, Michigan doing what she most enjoyed—spending quality time with her family.  Formerly of Ludington, Mary Ann moved to Mt. Pleasant in 2012 to live with her daughter. Mary Ann was born August 6, 1946 in Ludington, the first child of William and Mary Neil.…

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Welcome to the world! Births reported April 4, 2016.

April 4, 2016
Welcome to the world! Births reported April 4, 2016.

Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information below.  Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  Noeah Steven Jewett, the son of Caroline Glencoe and Dustin Jewett of Ludington, was born March 20, 2016. Delilah Nicole Garza, the daughter of Abigail Fuentes and Johnny Garza of Crystal Valley, was born March 30, 2016. Lexi…

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Police investigate trailer theft, damage.

April 4, 2016
Police investigate trailer theft, damage.

BRANCH TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a travel trailer reported Saturday, April 2, at 2:27 p.m. in the 200 block of S. Walhalla Rd. A travel trailer was reportedly stolen, and a second one was damaged, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Other local law enforcement activity over the weekend includes: Friday, April…

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Recent death, reported April 2, 2016.

April 2, 2016

Mary Ann Neil, 69, of Mount Pleasant and formerly of Ludington died Thursday, March 31, 2016. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. See full list of 2016 deaths here. 

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79th District Court sentencings, dismissals.

April 1, 2016
79th District Court sentencings, dismissals.

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. Courts/Police Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Neal Barton Guss, 23, of 1077 Lancer Lane, Pere Marquette Township, was found guilty March 22 of operating a motor vehicle while…

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Suspect allegedly destroys display case trying to steal DVDs.

April 1, 2016
Suspect allegedly destroys display case trying to steal DVDs.

AMBER TOWNSHIP — Troopers from the Hart post of the Michigan State Police arrested a 28-year-old Manistee man Thursday at 1:20 p.m. for a felony of malicious destruction of property (MDOP) $1,000-$20,000 after he allegedly destroyed a DVD display case at the Meijer store while attempting to steal DVDs from it. In a separate incident, a 24-year-old Ludington man was arrested…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings include drug, gun convictions.

April 1, 2016
51st Circuit Court sentencings include drug, gun convictions.

By Allison Scarbrough. Courts/Police Editor. 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. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Dustin Michael Jewett, 24, of 814 E. Filer St., Ludington, was found guilty of probation violation and sentenced March 22 to one…

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79th District Court arraignments.

April 1, 2016
79th District Court arraignments.

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. Courts/Police Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Thayne David Patterson, 29, of 307 E. Melendy St., Ludington, was arrested March 22 by the Ludington…

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