SCOTTVILLE — The merchants of Scottville are holding the town’s second annual Celebrating Success event today. The event will showcase Scottville area merchants, who will be set up at tables along Main Street in downtown Scottville. It also includes giveaways, hotdogs, children’s crafts and entertainment from Cats n Jammers. The event is from 4 to 7 p.m. and will be…
PENTWATER — Bicycling on roads and trails is increasingly popular, and more cyclists are being attracted to Pentwater. But some ask whether routes could be made safer? Should more be done to promote Pentwater as a bicycling destination? Is the idea of better connecting Pentwater to the William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail now worth pursuing? A one-hour public meeting is…
Kayla Marie Parrish, 22, of Scottville passed away at Mercy Health Partners in Muskegon. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. Edmund L. Ahlgren, 62, passed away on May 29, 2015 in Lakeland, Florida. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Manistee. Robert Duane Knapp, 60, of Manistee, passed away on Wednesday May 27, 2015…
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 June 1, 2015: – 9:46 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), domestic dispute involving a father and adult son, warrant requested, 2400 block of N. Jebavy, Hamlin Twp. – 11:41 a.m., (Michigan State Police, Hart post), car-deer…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Citizens brought up concerns to city commissioners over a neighbor’s alleged misuse of an alleyway on the south side of town Monday night. Tina and Mike Buffenbarger of 108 N. Scott St., expressed their concern that a neighbor is over-reaching his authority to make improvements to an alleyway off of Scott Street. This…
Do you have an idea of how to make Mason County a better place? The Community Foundation of Mason County is holding its second round of Love Ludington mini grants. A minimum of two $500 mini grants will be awarded for projects, events, programs or activities that will make the community a livelier, more lovable place to be. If you’ve…
See YouTube video here. SCOTTVILLE- Medium-Well, featuring Adam Knudsen, Dave Kosla and Jason “Harvey” Hargreaves will be performing at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 2 at the Scottville Clown Band Shell as part of the summer concert series. The three have played several gigs together, as duos and solo all over west Michigan and say they are excited to perform Tuesday.…
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. — A 33-year-old Geneva, Ill. man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on charges of disorderly person and malicious destruction of property following a disturbance in a cab Sunday, May 31, at 2:19 a.m. at Riverview Drive and…
Judy Lynn Billo passed away at her home on May 30, 2015. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. Robert “Bob” Lee Bradley, 64, of Ludington formerly of Coloma and Benton Harbor area passed away on May 31, 2015 at his home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
LUDINGTON — Renowned maritime historian Terry Pepper will present an entertaining presentation entitled “Jewel in the Sand,” focusing on Augustine Fresnel, the man and his invention. The Fresnel lenses saved thousands of lives and exist today as works of art. The presentation is sponsored by Mason County Historical Society and various partners, and takes place on Saturday, June 6, at…
SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Boys Basketball Camp will be held June 15 to 18 for boys who are currently in third through seventh grades. The camp will feature guest speaker Dan George, associate head coach of Grace Bible College. Coach George has five NCAA national championships and nine NCAA regional championship. The camp will feature concentration on basketball…
The weather report is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington,www.urkaautos.com. The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory in effect for Mason County from 2 to 8 a.m. Monday, June 1, 2015. Low temperatures are expected to be between 34 and 38 degrees. Normally colder locations could see some temperatures around freezing. Sunrise:…
The Mitten Memo. A blog by Nick Krieger. At one time, legislative districts in many states—particularly state senate districts—were apportioned principally on the basis of geography rather than population. In some states, every county was entitled to elect a certain number of state representatives or state senators, regardless of the county’s population. This often resulted in extremely unequal representation. For…
Sponsored by All Access Care of Ludington. Located at 329 N. Jebavy Dr. in Ludington; 231-425-4544;www.all-access-care.com. Writer’s note: Over the last several months, Mason County Press has been featuring stories on millennials and other people who have inspirational stories. After writing many of these stories, I asked my editor, Rob Alway, if I could share a personal story as one…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. Severe weather can be dangerous — flooding roads, damaging homes, downing power lines and more. And even when the storm clouds pass, you aren’t necessarily in the clear. Follow these precautions in the aftermath of severe storms. After a Severe Thunderstorm Avoid driving if possible. If you have to travel,…
PENTWATER — Pentwater’s Farmers Market on the Village Green is open Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning Monday, June 1, through Labor Day. This season’s expanded list of vendors includes many long-time favorites plus new vendors offering local wines, goat cheese, flour and sugar. You can find the finest in everything local — from organic produce…
Sponsored by All Access Care of Ludington. Located at 329 N. Jebavy Dr. in Ludington; 231-425-4544; www.all-access-care.com. By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON – Ludington State Park is known for its overall beauty and breathtaking views, but there are many hidden gems to the park that some people, local and tourists, might not know about. The park, spanning over…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Kenneth Edward Field, 23, of 6735 Virnetta Dr., Ludington, was arrested May 20 by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for felonies of operating/maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine and ephedrine/pseudoephedrine – purchase to make meth; and…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is local law enforcement activity Thursday, May 28, 2015: – 4:08 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), suspicious situation, 1500 block of N. Lakeshore, Hamlin Twp. – 9:01 a.m., (MCSO), larceny, 500 block of…
LUDINGTON — Water Safety Day will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the west end of Ludington Avenue in Stearns Park. The event features displays from various emergency services departments and human services agencies that work with water safety. According to Ludington Police Officer Tony Kuster, the event is a great opportunity for children to learn…
Audrey M. Perry, 87, of Ludington passed away on May 27, 2015 at her home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
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