Investment Matters. Sponsored by Mike Heckman, Ameriprise Financial Services, 121 E Ludington Ave Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4308; www.ameripriseadvisors.com. Go out into your yard and dig a big hole. Every month, throw $50 into it, but don’t take any money out until you’re ready to buy a house, send your child to college, or retire. It sounds a little crazy, doesn’t…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — There will be a little less parking in the city after City Council approved two traffic control orders Monday during its regular meeting. The two parking spaces on the east side of Ferry Street south of Loomis Street will now be reserved for emergency responders who operate the city’s fire and police boat,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 2015 Western Michigan Fair kicks off officially Tuesday afternoon. On Monday, 4-H members were already busy showing their animals while the T.J. Schmidt and Company carnival was setting up the midway. Tuesday is Dollar Day with the gates opening at 1 p.m. and the midway opening at 3 p.m. Fair entrance…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band will perform its annual hometown concert at the Scottville Band Shell on Tuesday, August 18. The Clown Band Shell schedule had listed the band as performing this Tuesday, August 11. However, the band will be playing next week. This week’s free Tuesday night concert at the shell will be Peace, Love and Music. All…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-887-1417 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 50-year-old Ludington man was cited for no operator’s license and failure to report an accident Sunday, Aug. 9, at 12:52 p.m. following hit-and-run…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Jaycees service club is planning a Back to School Bash at the Ludington Area Jaycees’ Mini Golf Course on the south side of Stearns Park on Tuesday, August 25 between 4 to 8 p.m. During the event, students will be able to play mini golf for free. Adults who fill out a community survey will also…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-887-1417 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. HAMLIN TWP — A 48-year-old Ionia man was arrested for a felony of third-offense drunk driving Sunday, Aug. 9, at 1:09 a.m. after the Mason County Sheriff’s Office…
Frederick “Fred” Thomas Harrington, 67, of Ludington passed away on August 6, 2015 at his home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
Mason County Press is provided to our readers for free, thanks to the generous support of our advertisers. One of those great advertisers is Safe Harbor Credit Union. Safe Harbor Credit Union of Ludington is now offering a reloadable debit card that can be used by any member who is looking for security when traveling, has trouble with overdrafts, doesn’t…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — Chris and Norm Sanford had an enjoyable day showing their 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS at the Onekama Days car show. Norm spent years restoring the car, which the two drove on their honeymoon in September 1970. They returned from the car show to their home at 2233 S. Lister Road and Norm took…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. For many, campgrounds are a home away from home during camping season. That means you should protect your campsite just as you would your house. Make camping safety a priority on your next trip. Pick the Right Spot Choose a campground with security features, such as a security gate,…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. MANISTEE — Dwindling recruits and cuts in defense spending have led to the Bravo Troop “Black Knights” 1-126 CAV to be pulled from the Manistee Armory and relocated to Wyoming, Mich. Rep. Ray Franz (R-Onekama) and Brigadier General Michael Stone, who is the assistant adjutant general of installations for the Department of Military and Veterans…
Weekend Insider Movie at the Scottville Bandshell Friday, August 7, 2015, “The Lego Movie” will be shown at the Scottville Clown Band Shell. This animated feature includes the voice of Chris Pratt as Emmet Brickowoski, a construction worker who is thought to be the prophesied “Special” and is recruited to stop the infamous Lord Business, voiced by Will Ferrell, an…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-887-1417 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. SCOTTVILLE — A 49-year-old Baldwin woman was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office following a traffic stop for operating while under the influence of drugs, and her…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Carlos Martin Lopez, 23, of 512 E. Danaher St., Ludington, was arrested Aug. 2 by the Ludington Police Department for a felony of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Probable cause hearing: Aug. 12 at 1:15 p.m. Bail: $25,000/cash/surety. – Scott Peter…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Matthew Joseph Stock, 23, of 918 E. Filburn Rd., Scottville, was found guilty July 29 of domestic violence. He was sentenced to 30 days in jail with credit for 30 days served; 93 days discretionary jail for two years; no controlled substances; subject…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office marine patrol boat was being used to remove the body of a 55-year-old man from the beach Thursday evening, according to deputies on scene. Initially, emergency crews were dispatched to an unknown crash involving a motorized scooter (Moped) near the beach in the 3100 block of South Lakeshore…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. There was a period of time from the mid-1950s through the mid-1960s when two individuals influenced dozens, if not hundreds, of children from Scottville to pursue music. Margaret “Sunny” Erickson and Gilbert Stansell I, left a legacy of music that continues to influence children around the world, to this day long after their passings. The special…
SCOTTVILLE — The second movie in the Scottville Clown Band Shell Free Friday Night Movie Series continues this Friday, August 7. This week’s featured film is the animated hit “The Lego Movie.” The movie begins at dusk, about 9:15 p.m. with live music on stage beginning at 8 p.m. Movie goers are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and bug…
Letter to the Editor, by Rick Whitcomb, Azle , Texas. This letter is not as much about a recent article, but more the love a father has for his daughter and making things right for all sides. Recently, my daughter, Claire Whitcomb, was the subject of an article in which she was criticized for her sale techniques. I pose a…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-887-1417 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. SHERMAN TWP. — A 26-year-old Hesperia woman, who was a passenger in a vehicle, was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on a charge of possession of…
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