SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Educational Foundation recently donated $1,000 to purchase four “Boot” school door security devices. See related background story here. “I think in light of the tragic event in Oregon, it makes the ALICE (school safety) training we received a few weeks ago at MCC even more relevant,” said Tim Genson, president of the foundation. “ALICE is a…
AMBER TOWNSHIP – Dr. Lewis G. Squires announced today that he will not be running for the Republican nomination for the 101st Michigan State House of Representatives. Squires had been seriously and considering the seat after current Rep. Ray Franz, R-Onekama, is term limited at the end of 2016. Squires has publicly stated that he was considering running for the seat, which is why…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Several people addressed the Ludington City Council Monday night about the proposed rental inspection ordinance. Most of those who spoke were landlords, or people associated with the rental business who are opposed to the ordinance change. A couple people spoke in favor of the ordinance. The council held the first reading of the controversial…
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. CUSTER TWP. — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a larceny of services reported Saturday, Oct. 10, at 4:20 p.m. on South Custer Road involving two individuals…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ludington City Council will hold the first reading of its controversial rental inspection ordinance during its regular meeting tonight at city hall. Some of the highlighted items of the proposal include: – Registration of rental dwellings at a cost of $15 per unit. – Ownership transfer fee of $10 per rental units. – Re-registration…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — Riverton Township Fire Department was called to the Ron Lundberg farm Sunday about 5:15 p.m. for a cornfield fire near the intersection of Washington and Schwass roads. Fire Chief Joe Cooper said the field had already been harvested but the field was being mowed. Mowing equipment sparked the fire which quickly spread from the…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 34-year-old Ludington woman was injured after her vehicle was involved in a crash at the intersection of Jebavy Drive and Rasmussen Road Friday afternoon. The crash occurred about 3:45 p.m. when the northbound Jeep Cherokee driven by the Ludington woman was stuck by a Toyota Camry attempting to make a left-hand…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following proceedings occurred recently in 79th District Court: Felony arraignments – Thomas Edward Spinner, 27, of 1852 E. US-10, Custer Township, was arrested Oct. 1 for felonies of breaking and entering with intent and larceny in a building. Probable cause conference: Oct. 14 at 1:15 p.m. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10 percent. – Ryan Allen…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced Oct. 6 in 51st Circuit Court: – Joshua Dale McGraw, 27, of 1619 Dyson, Muskegon, was found guilty Aug. 24 of second-degree home invasion and attempted felony firearms. He was sentenced to one year and eight months to 15 years in prison for count 1 and two years in prison for count…
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. The following is local law enforcement activity Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015: – 6:25 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Gas drive off of $102.22, Airport EZ Mart, 5400…
Recent births are brought to you by Linda’s Baby Shop and Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Mia Kay Mulliaan, the daughter of Nicole and John Mulligan II of Fountain, was born Oct. 1, 2015. Savanna-Lynn Rose Shilander, the daughter of Katherine Tranorich and Cliff Shilander Jr.…
VICTORY TWP. — An 18-year-old Sheridan Township woman sustained minor injuries Thursday afternoon when the vehicle she was driving struck a tree. The driver was southbound on Stiles Road in a Chevrolet Impala and reached for her purse, according to a Mason County Sheriff Deputy Ken Baum on the scene. The vehicle then crossed the centerline and entered a small embankment…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Hamlin Township Fire Department visited Victory Early Childhood Development Center on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015, to teach the children about the fire department, what to do in case of a a fire and how to prevent a fire. Click on the video for more.
VICTORY TOWNSHIP – The West Shore Community College Performing Arts Series will feature Michigan State University’s Bebop Spartans at 7:30 p.m., this Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 at the Center Stage Theater on WSCC’s main campus. Trumpeter and Grammy award winner Brian Lynch will be a featured special guest. The next generation of great American jazz musicians is represented in this spectacular ensemble…
LUDINGTON — On Nov. 11, 1940, one of the worst storms of recorded Great Lakes history struck Lake Michigan, with the most destruction between the Sable points. Known as the Armistice Day Storm, over 140 people died and over 10 ships sank or ran aground. On Oct. 17, 2015 at 7 p.m., the West Michigan Underwater Preserve will host a memorial event…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Downtown Development Authority is hosting a community vision meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mason County District Library Scottville Branch. The purpose of the meeting is to take a positive approach to finding solutions for the city’s future. If you have thoughts but cannot attend, call or e-mail Melissa Keefer at 231 757-4729 or…
LUDINGTON — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #76 is holding its annual multi-vendor Fall Open House on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables are available for crafters and direct sales representatives. Only one vendor per direct selling company. The fee is $20 for the first table, which includes lunch. There is limited space for a second…
Charles A. Williams, 91, of Pentwater passed away on October 6, 2015 at Tendercare of Ludington. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 50-year-old Ludington woman faces serving six months up front of a one-year discretionary jail sentence after pleading guilty in 51st Circuit Court Wednesday, Oct. 7, to first-degree retail fraud and second-offense habitual offender. As part of her plea agreement, Laurie Lynne Bell, of 408 N. James St., Apt. 3, will also be…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old Fountain man is looking at serving one year in jail after pleading guilty Wednesday, Oct. 7, in 51st Circuit Court to attempted third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Troy Leland Ambrose and James Philbrick Gigante, 49, of Victory Township were arrested by deputies and detectives from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office following…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP (Oceana County) — Want a great family-centered activity to do this weekend or next? Take a drive to northern Oceana County and explore the Pumpkin Patch at Major’s Produce. Located at 9476 N. 120th Ave. (Mason County’s Darr Road turns into 120th Ave.), the Pumpkin Patch is in its 24th year. Mike and Karen…
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