By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Scottville Police Chief Don Riley fired back at Commissioner Ed Hahn’s recent criticism of Scottville Police Department during his report to the city commission Monday afternoon. At the July 6 meeting of the commission, Hahn supported a motion to disband the police department, which has an annual budget of around $150,000 and employs two…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. AMBER TWP. — Mason County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a larceny from a building involving the theft of money from a business in the 3700 block of W. US-10-31 Monday, July 20, at 8:11 a.m. Deputies also responded to a breaking and…
Scott M. and Melanie A. (Suman) Butler both age 53 of Ludington passed away in July 2015 following a tragic motorcycle accident. Scott and Melanie are survived by their children, Jaimie (Justin) Chastain of Woodlawn, TN, Ryan Butler of Tampa, FL, Ray (Kim) Sherman of Baldwin, Aaron Butler of Tampa, FL and Cheyenne (Luis) Butler of Ludington; 11 grandchildren and…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The City of Scottville is taking more steps to reduce the blight in town by considering taking steps to condemn to blighted homes. The city has identified the houses at 206 N. Columbia Street and 127 W. Broadway Avenue as being in need of condemnation. They are listed as the top 2 most blighted…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. HAMLIN TWP. — An Illinois man sought medical treatment for a possible broken collar bone following a crash involving two bicycles Monday, July 20, at 5:34 p.m. at Jebavy Drive and Fisher Road, according to the Hart post of the Michigan State…
Leonard Peter Jankoviak, 86, lifelong resident of Custer, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Tendercare of Ludington. Leonard was born on June 4, 1929, the first American born member of the family, as both of his parents were Polish immigrants. He was born on the family farm in Sherman Township to Peter and Nellie (Wiokowski) Jankoviak, and attended…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is recent activity in Mason County of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Friday, July 17, 2015: – 7:02 p.m., car/bike crash, minor injuries, 5000 block of West US-10, Pere Marquette Twp. Saturday, July 18, 2015: – 12:08 a.m., a…
Melanie A. Butler, 53, of Ludington has died as a result of injuries she suffered during a car/motorcycle crash on July 5, 2015 at the intersection of Scottville and Hawley roads in Eden Township. Melanie’s husband, Scott Butler, also 53, died on the scene of the crash. The Butlers were riding north on Scottville Road on a Harley Davidson motorcycle…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office assisted a boater on Lake Michigan Saturday afternoon after the boat reported taking on water. Sheriff Kim Cole said the boat was struck by several large waves around 3:30 p.m. when it…
Leonard Jankoviak, 86, of Custer passed away on Saturday, July 18. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. List of 2015 deaths on record.
The Mitten Memo. A blog by Nick Krieger. When I was in school, we were required to take the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) test every two or three years. The testing usually lasted a few days. No one liked it, but we all got through it. In the last 20 years, however, the amount of standardized testing in Michigan…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. Improving your home’s curb appeal is important for you, your neighbors and potential buyers. The exterior of a house leaves a lasting first impression, whether good or bad. Even if you’re not selling, keeping up the lawn, landscaping and facade is an important part of being a good neighbor. …
Story and photos contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — The Pentwater Service Club, assisted by several boy scouts from local Troop 1145, picked up litter along US-31 between Monroe and Wayne roads Thursday, July 16. The volunteers were among 2,800 groups in West Michigan and across the state participating in the Adopt-A-Highway program this past week. Three times a year,…
CUSTER — Caritas Food Pantry is partnering with Meijer to provide hunger relief to local families through the Grand Rapids-based retailer’s customer-driven food pantry donation program, Simply Give. “This new partnership between Caritas and Meijer will prove essential in helping to provide multiple meals to our clients as demand continues to increase as the year progresses,” said Kelly Glover, Caritas…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Zachary Alan Shurlow, 22, of 618 ½ E. Melendy St., Ludington, was found guilty June 2 of tampering with an electronic monitoring device and second-offense habitual offender. He was sentenced July 7 to one and half years to three years in prison and…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Troy Leland Ambrose, 21, of 7156 Martin Rd., Fountain, was arrested July 10 by MCSO for felonies of third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC); accosting children for immoral purposes; and using a computer to commit a crime. Probable cause…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Brandi Sue Martinez, 22, of 405 E. Danaher St., Apt. 2, Ludington, was found guilty July 10 of larceny less than $200. She was sentenced to $740 in fines, costs and restitution or 73 hours of community service; and 93 days discretionary jail…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Republican Party Executive Committee will meet at Book Mark, 201 S. Rath Ave., on Tuesday July 21, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. .
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is local law enforcement activity Thursday, July 16, 2015: – 1:56 a.m., (Michigan State Police, Hart post), a 23-year-old Ludington woman was cited for operating without security, US-10 and Jebavy Dr., PM Twp. – 11:05 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office),…
Mason County 4-H youth have been participating in the Diamonds and Boots Ambassadors Program for the 2015-2016 4-H year. The program is described as an opportunity for 4-H members to promote 4-H, the Western Michigan Fair and the agriculture industry, as well as an opportunity to experience personal growth and development. The Diamond and Boots Program has a Junior Ambassador…
The Weekend Insider by Carrie Klemm, MCP Writer Ludington Offshore Classic – Ludington Thursday, July 16, 2015 – Sunday, July 19, 2015 With pristine white sand beaches, a massive harbor and marinas located within walking distance of downtown, Ludington is a prime location for this epic Great Lakes sport fishing tournament. Drawing nearly a thousand participants, the Ludington Offshore Classic offers…
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