LUDINGTON — The county’s new clerk will be stepping across the hallway of the courthouse to a new office. Deputy Treasurer Cheryl Kelly was appointed by 51st Circuit Court Judge Susan Sniegowski to replace current clerk Jim Riffle. Riffle was recently appointed drain commissioner, replacing David Hasenbank, who has retired. Twelve people applied for the clerk position. “It was wonderful…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Eric Deon Wesley, 35, of 2825 Hoyt St., Muskegon Heights, was arrested March 19 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of conspiracy – weapons/firearms and felony firearm. Probable cause hearing: April 1 at 3 p.m. Bail:…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Mark Edward Henderson, 35, of 11769 N. Charloon, Manistee, pleaded no contest Jan. 21 to assault with a weapon and domestic violence. He was sentenced March 17 to a minimum of one year and six months to a maximum of eight years in…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Jeffrey Allen Baugus, 32, of 651 S. Tyndall Rd., Branch, was found guilty March 23 of allowing a person to drive in violation and sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; 90 days discretionary jail for one year;…
Welcome to the world! Journey Anne Murphy, the daughter of Debra DuMonte and Nicholas Murphy of Hart, was born Feb. 28, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Alexander Eli Cruz, the son of Deanna Cruz and Alan Cruz-Arrendondo of Hart, was born March 15, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Emalee Mae Routley, the daughter of Bethany Wolff and Derek…
The weather report is sponsored by Cottage Renovators, 231-425-6597, www.cottagerenovators.com. Overnight: A 40 percent chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 17. Blustery, with a north wind around 21 mph. Sunrise: 7:38 a.m. Sunset: 8:05 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2015: A 30 percent chance of snow showers, mainly after 5 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 24. Blustery,…
LUDINGTON — Cadets from the West Shore Community College Law Enforcement academy learned what it is like to be in the witness seat in a court proceeding Thursday evening. The six cadets each took turns testifying during a mock trial presided over by 79th District Judge Pete Wadel at Mason County Courthouse. They were asked questions by Mason County Prosecuting…
LANSING — State Rep. Ray Franz of Onekama today co-sponsored a resolution to improve health care access for veterans across the state by encouraging the federal government to implement a pilot program in Michigan instituting a flexible Veterans Choice Card system that can be used at any health care facility. Current law requires veterans to use Veterans Administration facilities within a…
LUDINGTON — Artists and crafters are invited to participate in the fourth annual Maritime Magic Arts/Crafts Show at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. The show will be held Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. indoors at the Arts Center, 107 S. Harrison St. Deadline for applications is April 1. The Maritime Magic Arts/Crafts Show will feature, but not be limited…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. VICTORY TWP. — A 20-year-old Scottville man is facing life in prison for the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl last summer. Sebastian Allen-Leroy Chandler, 20, of 153 N. Ivan Rd., Victory Twp., was arrested March 18 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on two felony counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) or rape…
See video here. LUDINGTON — Fire destroyed a Pontiac Grand Am parked near the intersection of Lavinia and Foster street Thursday afternoon. Ludington Fire Department and Ludington Police Department responded to the scene. The fire occurred just as Foster Elementary students were leaving school for the day, causing pedestrian and traffic safety concerns.
Editor’s Note: Sustaining a community and keeping it vibrant requires diversity on many levels, especially among age groups. An unintended movement the last few years has been the increased number of millennials who have taken a role in community and business leadership in Mason County. A millennial, also known as Generation Y, is defined as a person who was born…
MANISTEE — Professional wrestling fans, it’s time to rumble. WJC Wrestling Entertainment and Northern Impact Championship Wrestling will present Rumble by the River IV on Saturday, March 28 at the Manistee National Guard Armory. The event features wrestlers Monster Monahan, Big Chuck Wagon, the Karma Police, Gideon Malice, Jack Verville, Benjamin Boone and Ludington’s own Corey Ottgen, among others. The…
LUDINGTON — After what is being called a successful launch last fall, the Mason County Barn Quilt Trail committee is seeking new barns to join the trail in 2015. Interested barn owners in Mason County are invited to apply and be part of the expansion planned to launch in September of 2015 in conjunction with the Scottville Harvest Festival. The…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Farm Bureau presented a basket to Nicole Whitman of Ludington, and her newborn son, Beau Whitman, last week in honor of National Agriculture Day. Beau was born at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital on Wednesday, March 18 at 1:30 p.m. The basket, containing agriculture-themed items, serves as a reminder of the importance of farming in Mason…
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. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 52-year-old Ludington woman was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for operating with a high blood alcohol content/”super drunk” following a citizen’s call Wednesday, March 25, at 10:09 p.m.…
The Rev. A.D. William Collins, 79 of Ludington, known as “Rev. Bill” by his friends, passed away from this life on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at his winter residence in Ocala, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Donna Lee, children David (Debby) Collins, Karen (Paul) Bonnette, Richard (Karla) Collins, Anne (Greg) Winiarski, 13 grandchildren and two older…
Herbert “Bud” Hall, 94, of Scottville passed away Tuesday, March 24 in Grand Rapids. Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. Hermine Lichte, 79, of Ludington passed away on March 24, 2015 at her home. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. Bonnie Pfefferle, 58, of Scottville passed away on March 24, 2015 at her home.…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. PENTWATER TWP. — A home that had been built just two years ago at 6909 Hilltop Court in the Madison Ridge Subdivision received extensive interior damage due to a fire Wednesday night, March 25. No one was injured in the blaze. Pentwater and Hart fire departments were dispatched to the scene at about 10:30 p.m., and…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank’s 2015 Rhythm and Dunes series will include tribute to The Beatles and The Eagles. The Long Run — Experience the Eagles will perform on Saturday, July 25 and Britain’s Finest, The Complete Beatles Experience, will perform on Saturday, Aug. 1 at Waterfront Park in Ludington. Both shows are free at will begin at 7 p.m.…
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. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 33-year-old Ludington man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Tuesday, March 24, at 1:14 a.m. following a traffic stop at Pere Marquette Highway and Hesslund on two…
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