Letter to the Editor. By Nick Swan, Hamlin Township. I just read the letter written by a reader condemning the very persons we expect to protect and defend us when we call. These defenders put their life on the line each and every shift they work. Yes, these law officers do realize that at some point they may never make…
As the Independence Day holiday approaches, Ludington and Scottville police departments are reminding people that both cities have restrictions on fireworks. While Michigan state law allows for the launching and use of fireworks on federal holidays, along with the day before and day after, the law also allows municipalities to put some restrictions on fireworks usage. Both Scottville and Ludington have ordinances…
LUDINGTON — Ludington’s 2015 West Shore Art Fair will take place this coming weekend. The annual juried fine art and fine craft show will have exhibitors from a broad cross-section of the country. The 47th annual open-air show takes place July 4-5 at City Park, and features 115 artists from 21 states and one artist from Belgium. Sponsored by the Ludington Area Center for…
By Carrie Klemm. MCP Writer. SCOTTVILLE – In keeping with a long standing tradition, the Scottville Clown Band will be hosting its annual Patriotic Concert this Tuesday, June 29, 2015, at the Scottville Clown Band Shell. During the concert, Chloe Kimes, one of this year’s recipients of the Raymond Schulte Memorial Scholarship Fund will be performing an original song. In…
LANSING — The Department of Natural Resources today announced that the results of the 2015 bear hunting license drawing have been posted at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. A total of 6,951 bear licenses were available during the bear application period (May 1-June 1). A total of 112 leftover bear licenses are still available in the Bergland Management Unit (Sept. 25-Oct. 26) and will…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. MEADE TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Whitehouse, Ohio was injured Sunday, June 28, 2015, after the off-road motorcycle he was operating struck soft sand causing him to lose control resulting in him being ejected off the bike. The crash was reported at 11:40 a.m.…
Letter to the Editor. By Scott Watkins, Sheridan Township. I am in full agreement with Sheriff Cole in regards to the dangers of the public recording police interaction and possibly interfering with an officer or officers doing their job. (See related story here). But bringing up Trooper Butterfield’s death was callous and uncalled for, and was an exception to the…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. Antique or classic cars aren’t everyday drivers: They appreciate rather than depreciate in value, and they require special insurance. Here’s what you need to know about protecting an antique or classic car. Insurance Eligibility To be eligible for classic car insurance, your vehicle must fit one of the following…
Robert L. Erickson, 91, of Ludington passed away on June 26, 2015 at Ludington Woods Living Center. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The inaugural Fish On for Freedom fishing tournament for veterans took place Thursday and it couldn’t have been much better. Some events are done OK and some are just fantastic. Organizers Brad Hackert, Adam Lamb, Adam Knudsen and Shawn Pomorski put together a class act event that included 57 veterans and 15 charter…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 52-year-old Scottville man was injured Thursday evening (June 25, 2015) when the moped he was riding was rear-ended by another vehicle on U.S. 10 near Wildwood Crossings. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, the moped was slowing…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Austin James McCumber, 19, of 118 Mt. Vernon, Amber Township, was arrested June 19 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of possession of heroin. Probable cause hearing: July 1 at 1:15 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety.…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Joshua Lee Joynes, 33, of 211 E. Johnson Rd. Custer Township, pleaded no contest April 15 to receiving and concealing guns. He was sentenced June 16 to a minimum of one year to a maximum of 10 years in a Michigan Department of…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Ronald Duane Dice, Jr., 42, of 175 E. Millerton Rd., Victory Township, was found guilty June 17 of second-offense operating while intoxicated. He was sentenced to four days in jail with credit for four days served; $1,863 in fines and costs; one year…
Anthony L. Bonney, 41, of Ludington passed away on June 24, 2015 at his home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Ludington. List of 2015 deaths on record.
Letter to the Editor. By Matt Gilland, Hart. As I read your story titled, “Local police experiencing backlash of national negativity, especially last weekend,” I couldn’t help but feel embarrassed by our community. The law enforcement officials in our area have done nothing to deserve this kind of treatment. To tell a police officer that their presence is bad for…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. We here at MCP and OCP are excited to welcome back Carrie Klemm to our editorial team. Carrie was a contributing writer for MCP a few years ago before she left the area to explore the wild West. Carrie will serve as a correspondent, writing about various arts and entertainment, education and social topics around Mason, Oceana…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. LAKE MICHIGAN — One person was operating a sailboat when it overturned about ¼ mile north of the Ludington north breakwater Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Mason County Sheriff’s Office, Ludington Police Department and U.S. Coast Guard Station Ludington personnel responded. Sheriff Kim…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. National exposure to events that have portrayed law enforcement in a negative light have influenced some recent interactions local law enforcement has had with the public, particularly over the past weekend. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said it’s fairly common place nowadays for police officers to be recorded on video camera, but, he said local law…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Tim Husted has been in the countertop business for many years. He used to sell Corian countertops from the Mackinac Bridge to Grand Rapids, but got tired of being on the road. On Thursday, June 25, his retail location and showroom, Surface Expressions, will hold an open house at its Jebavy Drive…
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Library book sale is July 11.
LUDINGTON — The Friends of the Ludington Library annual used book sale will be held Saturday, July 11, 9 to 5 p.m., and Sunday, July 12, 10 to 5 p.m. on the front lawn of the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 East Ludington Avenue. The Friends of the Ludington Library was organized in 1977 by citizens interested in…
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