CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Schools has implemented a new district-wide program this school year known as Cardinal PROUD (Prepared, Respectful, Optimistic, United and Dedicated) in the secondary and Cardinal BEST (Be Kind, Earn Respect, Stay Safe, Take Responsibility) in the elementary. “This is part of our Multi-tier System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, or PBIS,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A new specialty store in downtown Ludington has been started to meet the shipping and packaging needs of businesses and the general public. That Shipping Place is the first business to debut at the new Eclectic Market Place multi-purpose building, 307 S. James St. It is owned and operated by Amanda Ohlson and Dan…
Gloria Ann Johnson, 62, of Branch, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015. Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. Martha Buckmaster, 78, of Branch passed away Sunday, December 6, 2015 at her home. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. List of 2015 deaths on record.
SCOTTVILLE — Scottville City Commission will hold a public hearing and then take action on a proposed amendment to the city’s sidewalk ordinance during its regular meeting tonight at 5:30 p.m. The amendment comes from the city’s planning commission and specifically addresses the Central Business District. The current sidewalk ordinance is a citywide ordinance and does not separate the commercial district,…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Warrants are being sought for a Ludington man in connection to a reported home invasion and assault that occurred Saturday, Dec. 5, at 11:43…
LUDINGTON — The Shakespeare Reading Group continues its reading of “Measure for Measure” when it meets Thursday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. The group picks up with Act IV, Scene 4. The group meets once a month for about two hours to read from the works of The Bard. SRG participants read the…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Parrothead Club held a food and toy drive Saturday afternoon at Shop-N-Save. Food collected will be used in the Salvation Army of Mason County’s food pantry and the toys will be distributed to families in conjunction with St. Simon’s Catholic Church. Bell ringing usually runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., or whenever a group wishes…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. De’Angelo Louis Graham, the son of Chandra Burgin and Dennis Graham of Baldwin, was born November 26, 2015. Connor Jay TenHave, the son of Amanda and Rodney TenHave Jr. of Baldwin, was born November…
FREE SOIL — Christmas in the Village is being celebrated today with activities beginning at 2 p.m. The event will feature food, crafts, games and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The community Christmas tree will be lit at 5 p.m., the finale of the event. The event takes place at the Free Soil Community Center (former Free Soil…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Stephen Thomas Horton, 44, of 2554 Lincoln St., Manistee, was arrested Sept. 28 by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for felonies of delivery of narcotic or cocaine less than 50 grams and possession of…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Ryan James McDonald, 23, of 502 N. Lewis St., Ludington, was found guilty Nov. 24 of operating while impaired. He was sentenced to $870 in fines and costs; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); 93 days discretionary jail for one year; must attend the…
LUDINGTON — The Salvation Army of Mason County is providing food baskets and toys for families in need this Christmas season. The program is available for Mason County residents only. Christmas applications will be accepted at the Salvation Army Community Center, 116 E. Melendy St., on Monday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 8 and Wednesday, Dec.…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Center for the Arts will host a Handmade Instrument Exhibit through January 30, with a reception December 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. The center is open Thursday-Saturday from noon-5 p.m. All LACA exhibits are free and open to the public. This exhibit features handmade instruments by Michigan artists Chester Winowieck, Carl Fish, Jon Erickson, Loyde Durham, Nelson Wood, Jason…
Gary Frank Hackett, 75, of Branch passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ludington. John “Jack” Bonser, 94, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2015. Arrangements are pending and will be through King funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 52-year-old Hart man was arrested on four outstanding warrants and for second-offense driving while license suspended (DWLS), and a 46-year-old Hart woman was…
PENTWATER — The 48-year-old missing Illinois woman, who the Pentwater Police Department was assisting the Oak Park (Illinois) Police Department in the search of, has been found dead in Illinois, said Pentwater Police Chief Laude Hartrum Thursday, Dec. 3. Alicia Yaus was last seen Nov. 28 near her Illinois home. Pentwater police assisted in the investigation, because Yaus’ family has…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — After being in a burning house for over an hour, the home’s owner’s dog was found alive with no signs of trauma Wednesday during a fire near the Lake Michigan shoreline. Riverton Township Fire Chief Joe Cooper said the dog was located on the main floor of the Patrick Karp residence, 4725 S.…
Jacqueline (Macy) Wing, 63, of Custer passed away on Tuesday December 1, 2015 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ludington. Gary Frank Hackett, 75, of Branch passed away on Wednesday December 2, 2015 at home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. UPDATED at 6:47 p.m.: SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A lakeshore home was destroyed by fire Wednesday around 3 p.m. Home owner Patrick Karp said he was heating up cooking oil in his garage at 4725 S. Lakeshore Drive when he left the cooker momentarily. A few minutes later his garage was on fire, which spread to the…
PENTWATER — Pentwater Police Department is assisting the Oak Park Police Department in the investigation of a missing 48-year-old Oak Park, Illinois woman. Alicia Yaus was last seen Nov. 28, 2015 leaving her Oak Park residence driving a dark blue Volvo XC70 bearing Illinois registration “A234609.” She is 5’7” tall; weighs 130 pounds; and has brown hair and blue eyes.…
LUDINGTON — Seniors who have questions about enrolling in Medicare Advantage plans can get answers and assistance Saturday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The addition of Medicare marketplace counseling is part of the hospital’s Affordable Care Act marketplace counseling event. See related story here. The hospital’s Win With Wellness Senior Life committee, along with…
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