By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LANSING — State Representative Ray Franz (R-Onekama) who represents the 101st District (Mason, Manistee, Benzie and Leelanau counties) in the Michigan House of Representatives, said he compromised his principles while voting for the Michigan road bills that have passed the legislature. With the passage of the transportation bills, Michigan motorists would typically pay about $20 more…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Jacob Thomas Kruisenga, 19, of 309 Washington Ave., Ludington, was arrested Oct. 29 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for a felony of breaking and entering a building. Probable cause hearing: Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. Bail: $35,000/cash/surety.…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Avel Molina Escamilla, 53, of 5634 W. Johnson Rd., Amber Township, was found guilty Nov. 2 of disorderly person – drunk and sentenced to 15 days in jail with credit for four days served; 90 days discretionary jail for one year; $285 in…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Natalie Marie Devaney, the daughter of Rachel Hall and Thomas Devaney of Ludington, was born Oct. 30, 2015. Jasmine Marie Johnson-Parker, the daughter of Heidi Potwin and Jeffery Platt of Fountain, was born Oct.…
MANISTEE — A 35-year-old Manistee woman recently pleaded guilty in 19th Circuit Court for one count of obtaining controlled substances by fraud. Chrystal Ann Halcome faces up to four years in prison and/or a $30,000 fine for allegedly passing forged prescriptions in Benzie, Manistee and Oceana counties. Halcome was arrested by State, Sheriff, Chief Enforcement Team (SSCENT) following an investigation…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — Five charges were dismissed against the 41-year-old Muskegon man accused of committing the armed robbery at the Branch Grocery in eastern Mason County last December, because he allegedly used a pellet gun with the orange tip removed, stated Mason County Prosecutor Paul Spaniola. Mark Anthony Miller was arraigned in 79th District Court, Oct.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Being active is something Scott Smith incorporates into all parts of his life. As president of Smith & Eddy Insurance, based in Scottville, Scott leads by example and is involved in multiple community organizations. At home, he has a regimented exercise routine and makes sure his presence in his children’s lives is on top of his…
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. An airplane pilot reported a green laser was pointed at his plane as he was making his approach to land his plane Wednesday evening. The Mason County Sheriff’s…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP – At the October 19, 2015 West Shore Community College Board of Trustees meeting, Phyllis Cowden, announced her intent to resign on December 1, 2015, due to a change in residency for a portion of the year. The board of trustees announced its intent to appoint a replacement at its next meeting on Monday, November 16, to fulfill…
Ralph L. Baker, 86, of Ludington passed away Tuesday, November 3 at Oakview Medical Care Facility. Arrangments Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services-Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. List of 2015 deaths on record.
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Five women will be competing for the title of 2016 Miss Ludington Area during the annual scholarship pageant on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015 at West Shore Community College Center Stage Theater. The contestants are from Mason, Manistee and Oceana counties and will be taking the stage to compete in talent, interview, fitness and evening wear for a chance…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Optimist Club honored area veterans today by serving them lunch. The free lunch was attended by over 70 veterans, including nine veterans from World War II. On Monday, Nov. 9, the Mason County Allied Veterans Council and the Mason County Central Middle School student body will hold a Veterans Day program (two…
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. SHERIDAN TWP. — A 23-year-old Custer man was arrested after he reportedly threw marijuana out the window of his vehicle as a Mason County Sheriff’s deputy was following…
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. RIVERTON TWP. — Minor injuries were reported in a car-deer crash Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 7:44 a.m. at the intersection of Morton and Anthony roads, according the Hart…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 33-year-old Ludington man was sentenced concurrently to eight to 20 years in prison and three years and two months to 10 years in prison for two methamphetamine convictions in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 3. Graham Joseph Crawford pleaded guilty, Sept. 22, to operating/maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine and meth possession. In…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 26-year-old Scottville man was sentenced to six and a half to 20 years in prison in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 3, for convictions of operating a meth lab, larceny in a building and fourth-offense habitual offender. Kenneth James Purple II pleaded guilty, Sept. 22, to the charges, and in exchange for…
Lorne H. Avery, 84, of Pentwater passed away on November 3, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
LaVerne William Root, 80, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015 at his home, while surrounded by his family. LaVerne, fondly known as Vern to his friends and family, was born on April 3, 1935 in Charlotte, Mich., the son of the late Claud W. and Jessamine B. (Shaffer) Root. Vern graduated valedictorian of his high school in Ingham…
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. LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Ludington woman was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding controlled substance warrant for cocaine/heroin Monday, Nov. 2, at 8:40 p.m.…
Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville;www.erindoan.com. Cleaning your gutters is an important task to help avoid expensive damage to your home and yard. If ignored, clogged gutters can cause: Detachment: The weight of several seasons’ debris can pull gutters away from your house, which can damage the roof and fascia. Water damage:…
Walter H. Fargo, 86, of Ludington passed away on November 2, 2015 at Tendercare of Ludington. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. LaVerne W. Root, 80, of Ludington passed away on November 1, 2015 at his home.Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
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