VIDEO By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Steve Iteen arguably has walked and driven the streets of Scottville more than anyone else. For the past 16 years he has served as the city’s U.S. Postal Service mail carrier. Friday will be his last day and he will then begin delivering mail in Ludington. The move is strictly for job security.…
WEARE TOWNSHIP (Oceana County) — Mason-Oceana 911 will celebrate its 20 year anniversary with a public open house on Saturday, September 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. The event will include facility tours by the 911 staff and 911 board members, public education for adults and kids, food (hot dogs, chips, etc) and unprecedented access to the Mason-Oceana 911 facility…
LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Department is warning residents of a telephone scam. Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett said he received a call from a business owner who reported she had received a phone call from a person stating his name was Jason Stine from “Consumers Power” (the electric company’s actual name is Consumers Energy). “He “He stated that the business has…
The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to check their antlerless deer drawing results and availability of remaining licenses at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. Successful applicants may purchase their licenses online at E-License, at any authorized license agent or at a DNR Customer Service Center. All leftover public- and private-land antlerless deer licenses will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Wednesday Sept.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A respect for local law enforcement was the inspiration behind a statute that has been commissioned by a Ludington couple. Sandy and Terry Luxford hired a Colorado artist to design and build the statute that will be called “Helping Hands.” It will be dedicated on Friday, Sept. 11, 2015 at the Mason County Sheriff’s…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A two vehicle crash at the intersection of Tinkham Avenue and Lavinia Street caused a car to rollover on its side Wednesday afternoon. The crash occurred just after 3 p.m. According to Ludington Police Department officers on scene, a Dodge Caliber, driven by a 90-year-old Ludington woman, was traveling north on Lavinia Street and failed to…
Christopher “Chris” O’Herron, 34, of Ludington passed away on September 1, 2015 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
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. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Two men, described as illegal aliens, fled the scene of a rollover crash on U.S. 31 Tuesday night, resulting in their arrests following a search by…
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is urging residents and visitors to be cautious when lighting, enjoying and extinguishing their outdoor fires this Labor Day weekend. Dan Laux, DNR fire prevention specialist, said that despite recent rain, Michigan is seeing late summer conditions where fuels, such as grass and leaves, are approaching the end of their growing season. “Even with wet…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Victory Township will hold a scrap tire drop off on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Victory Township Hall, located at the intersection of Victory Drive and Stiles Road. Township residents will be allowed to bring up to 10 tires of any type, with or without rims. After the 10 tire limit,…
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. Retail fraud (shoplifting) and car/deer crashes continue to be top on the list of local law enforcement activities. The following is the activity of Mason County Sheriff’s Office for…
Marie Elaine Martineau, 71, of Ludington, passed away on August 31, 2015. Arrangements are pending through King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
LUDINGTON — A public blood drive will be held at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital on Thursday, September 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The blood collection event will be conducted by the hospital’s blood supply partner, Michigan Blood, in the classrooms on the lower level. The most convenient parking and entrance is on the north side of the hospital…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 29-year-old Ludington woman was arrested in the 5700 block of Limouze Road, on a bond violation after deputies from MCSO and probation/parole agents conducted a check on her residence and she reportedly tested positive for drugs, almost nine hours after she was released on bond from the Mason County Jail. Elizabeth Marie Whitaker was arraigned…
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. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 16-year-old Free Soil girl was injured early Sunday morning, August 30, 2015, after the all-terrain vehicle she was riding was involved in a crash on…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. For many teenagers, living on their own at college is a major reality check. While 71% of teens feel confident in their money-managing skills, many lack practical experience.1 Teach your child how to make sound financial decisions — without your help. Here are three important lessons in money management for…
William Lee Scarbrough, 76, passed away Aug. 29, 2015, surrounded by his children. Born Jan. 26, 1939 in Copemish, Mich., he was the 11th of 12 children of John and Malvina (Priest) Scarbrough. He was preceded in death by brothers James, Doug, Charles, Eugene, John, Thomas and Dennis. He is survived by brothers L.D. and Fred, and sisters Gwen Porter…
LUDINGTON – The work of artist Yvonne Carlson will be exhibited at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts beginning Sept. 1, 2015 through the end of October. Carlson’s work in acrylic is strongly influenced by the natural beauty of her native Michigan. The sweeping dunes, quiet woodlands, the ever-changing and always fascinating waters of the Great Lakes have provided her with…
Weekend Insider August 29 – 30, 2015, By Carrie Klemm, MCP Writer Summer may be winding down, but the towns are still abuzz with activity! Manistee County Fair – Manistee Through Sunday, August 30, 2015 The Manistee County Fair has been representing Manistee and Benzie Counties since 1876. Located at the Manistee County Fairgrounds, the fair will have fun for everyone.…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Raymond Harold Snay, Jr., 49, no address listed, was arrested Aug. 24 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of failure to register as a sex offender and third-offense habitual offender. Probable cause hearing: Sept.…
LUDINGTON — Elizabeth Marie Whitaker, 29, of Ludington, was arraigned Friday, Aug. 28, in 79th District Court on one count of perjury during a court proceeding. The charge is related to Whitaker’s testimony during a trial in Mason County in February of 2014, according to a press release from the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT). Perjury is…
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