Recent death, reported July 2, 2015.

July 2, 2015

Patricia W. Squires, 74, of Scottville passed away on July 2, 2015 at Autumn Winds Adult Foster Care Home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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MSP: Pit bull bites horse, dog owner cited

July 2, 2015
MSP: Pit bull bites horse, dog owner cited

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. AMBER TWP. — A 29-year-old Ludington woman was cited by the Hart post of the Michigan State Police for allowing an animal to run at large, causing injury, after her unleashed pit bull allegedly bit a horse in the 900 block of…

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Astronomy presentation at Sandastles Friday; summer underway.

July 1, 2015
Astronomy presentation at Sandastles Friday; summer underway.

LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum is now in full summer mode. The museum will be closed on July 4 but will host Stardogs Astronomy on Friday, July 3, with “Our Amazing Universe.” Kids will learn about the universe through the fun and interactive presentation. On Sunday, July 5, the museum will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Monday, July…

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Sheriff’s report: stolen flag, 9 crashes in 2 days

July 1, 2015
Sheriff’s report: stolen flag, 9 crashes in 2 days

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a larceny of a sponsorship flag stolen from the front fence of the Mason County Fairgrounds that was reported Tuesday, June 30, at 8:34 a.m. Other recent MCSO activity includes: Tuesday,…

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The legacy of Big George continues with endowment; Clown Band performs patriotic show tonight.

June 30, 2015
The legacy of Big George continues with endowment; Clown Band performs patriotic show tonight.

By Carrie Klemm. MCP Writer. SCOTTVILLE – It’s that time of year again! This Tuesday, the Scottville Clown Band will be hosting its annual Patriotic Concert at the Scottville Clown Band Shell, a tradition that has carried on since the construction of the bandshell was completed in 1989. In true patriotic fashion, the band will play all the America-loving favorites…

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Recent death, reported June 30, 2015.

June 30, 2015

Patricia Hammond, 72, of Scottville passed away on June 27, 2015 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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Reader: Police are not going to make everyone happy.

June 30, 2015

Letter to the Editor. By Nick Swan, Hamlin Township. I just read the letter written by a reader condemning the very persons we expect to protect and defend us when we call. These defenders put their life on the line each and every shift they work. Yes, these law officers do realize that at some point they may never make…

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Fireworks restricted in cities of Ludington and Scottville.

June 29, 2015

As the Independence Day holiday approaches, Ludington and Scottville police departments are reminding people that both cities have restrictions on fireworks. While Michigan state law allows for the launching and use of fireworks on federal holidays, along with the day before and day after, the law also allows municipalities to put some restrictions on fireworks usage. Both Scottville and Ludington have ordinances…

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West Shore Art Fair is this weekend.

June 29, 2015

LUDINGTON — Ludington’s 2015 West Shore Art Fair will take place this coming weekend. The annual juried fine art and fine craft show will have exhibitors from a broad cross-section of the country. The 47th annual open-air show takes place July 4-5 at City Park, and features 115 artists from 21 states and one artist from Belgium. Sponsored by the Ludington Area Center for…

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Chloe Kimes to be featured during Clown Band Tuesday concert.

June 29, 2015
Chloe Kimes to be featured during Clown Band Tuesday concert.

By Carrie Klemm. MCP Writer. SCOTTVILLE – In keeping with a long standing tradition, the Scottville Clown Band will be hosting its annual Patriotic Concert this Tuesday, June 29, 2015, at the Scottville Clown Band Shell. During the concert, Chloe Kimes, one of this year’s recipients of the Raymond Schulte Memorial Scholarship Fund will be performing an original song. In…

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Bear hunting license drawing held.

June 29, 2015

LANSING — The Department of Natural Resources today announced that the results of the 2015 bear hunting license drawing have been posted at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. A total of 6,951 bear licenses were available during the bear application period (May 1-June 1). A total of 112 leftover bear licenses are still available in the Bergland Management Unit (Sept. 25-Oct. 26) and will…

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Man injured in National Forest motorcycle crash; Fountain man arrested on multiple charges.

June 29, 2015
Man injured in National Forest motorcycle crash; Fountain man arrested on multiple charges.

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. MEADE TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Whitehouse, Ohio was injured Sunday, June 28, 2015, after the off-road motorcycle he was operating struck soft sand causing him to lose control resulting in him being ejected off the bike.  The crash was reported at 11:40 a.m.…

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Library book sale is July 11.

June 29, 2015

LUDINGTON — The Friends of the Ludington Library annual used book sale will be held Saturday, July 11, 9 to 5 p.m., and Sunday, July 12, 10 to 5 p.m. on the front lawn of the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 East Ludington Avenue. The Friends of the Ludington Library was organized in 1977 by citizens interested in…

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Letter to the editor: Law enforcement has ‘bad apples’

June 29, 2015

Letter to the Editor. By Scott Watkins, Sheridan Township. I am in full agreement with Sheriff Cole in regards to the dangers of the public recording police interaction and possibly interfering with an officer or officers doing their job. (See related story here). But bringing up Trooper Butterfield’s death was callous and uncalled for, and was an exception to the…

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Classic car insurance 101.

June 27, 2015
Classic car insurance 101.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com.   Antique or classic cars aren’t everyday drivers: They appreciate rather than depreciate in value, and they require special insurance. Here’s what you need to know about protecting an antique or classic car. Insurance Eligibility To be eligible for classic car insurance, your vehicle must fit one of the following…

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Recent death, reported June 27, 2015.

June 27, 2015

Robert L. Erickson, 91, of Ludington passed away on June 26, 2015 at Ludington Woods Living Center. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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Fish On for Freedom, a great event for veterans.

June 26, 2015
Fish On for Freedom, a great event for veterans.

  By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The inaugural Fish On for Freedom fishing tournament for veterans took place Thursday and it couldn’t have been much better. Some events are done OK and some are just fantastic. Organizers Brad Hackert, Adam Lamb, Adam Knudsen and Shawn Pomorski put together a class act event that included 57 veterans and 15 charter…

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Scottville man injured in moped crash.

June 26, 2015
Scottville man injured in moped crash.

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 52-year-old Scottville man was injured Thursday evening (June 25, 2015) when the moped he was riding was rear-ended by another vehicle on U.S. 10 near Wildwood Crossings. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, the moped was slowing…

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79th District Court arraignments

June 26, 2015
79th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Austin James McCumber, 19, of 118 Mt. Vernon, Amber Township, was arrested June 19 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of possession of heroin. Probable cause hearing: July 1 at 1:15 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety.…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings

June 26, 2015
51st Circuit Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Joshua Lee Joynes, 33, of 211 E. Johnson Rd. Custer Township, pleaded no contest April 15 to receiving and concealing guns. He was sentenced June 16 to a minimum of one year to a maximum of 10 years in a Michigan Department of…

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79th District Court sentencings and dismissals

June 26, 2015
79th District Court sentencings and dismissals

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Ronald Duane Dice, Jr., 42, of 175 E. Millerton Rd., Victory Township, was found guilty June 17 of second-offense operating while intoxicated. He was sentenced to four days in jail with credit for four days served; $1,863 in fines and costs; one year…

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