Victory Twp. woman may take plea agreement next month.

January 20, 2015
Victory Twp. woman may take plea agreement next month.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A Victory Township woman accused of embezzling between $50,000 to $100,000 in gift cards from the company she worked for, may be entering a plea agreement for the crime in February. Valerie Kay Larr, 55, of Victory Twp. appeared in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday afternoon with her attorney, Ryan Glanville. Larr was was arraigned…

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Ludington man accused of rape may face trial.

January 20, 2015
Ludington man accused of rape may face trial.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Ludington man charged with criminal sexual conduct first degree, along with several other charges, has turned down a plea agreement from the prosecutor and faces a jury trial in 51st Circuit Court. Jon Lloyd Maccune, of 924 E. Tinkham Ave., Apt. 201, appeared in court Tuesday afternoon. He  was arrested following an…

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Larceny, assault top LPD activity

January 20, 2015
Larceny, assault top LPD activity

LUDINGTON — Police officers from the Ludington Police Department handled 19 calls Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, including the following: – 9:16 a.m., larceny, 400 block of Harrison St. – 9:42 p.m., assault, 900 block of N. Gaylord Ave. The LPD Report is brought to you by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com.

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Sheriff’s office investigating fraud

January 20, 2015
Sheriff’s office investigating fraud

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. —  Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a fraud complaint received Monday, Jan. 19, at 3:25 p.m. in the 5000 block of West US-10. The case is pending, and no other information was immediately available. Other MCSO activity from Monday, Jan. 19, 2015: – 9:03 a.m., traffic hazard – cattle in roadway, 3600 block of W.…

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UPDATE: State cop arrested for drunk driving; his sister tries to kick out police car window

January 19, 2015
UPDATE: State cop arrested for drunk driving; his sister tries to kick out police car window

LUDINGTON — The driver of the woman who tried to kick out a Ludington police car window early Saturday morning is a Michigan State Police trooper who was arrested for drunk driving. Trooper Sammy Seymour, a Ludington resident, and his sister, Kimberly Septrion, were arrested at the intersection of Loomis and Delia streets following a traffic stop at 2:19 a.m.…

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Obit: Orval Smith, 91, Custer.

January 19, 2015
Obit: Orval Smith, 91, Custer.

Orval W. Smith, aged 91 lifelong resident of Custer, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital following a brief illness.  Orval was born on September 7, 1923 in Custer, the son of Lloyd R. and Waneta Smith and graduated from Custer High School with the class of 1941.  He served his country during World War…

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‘Belligerent’ woman tries to kick out police car window

January 19, 2015
‘Belligerent’ woman tries to kick out police car window

LUDINGTON — A 44-year-old Ludington woman was arrested Saturday, Jan. 17, at 2:19 a.m. for resisting and opposing police and attempted malicious destruction of police property at the intersection of Loomis and Delia streets following a traffic stop by the Ludington Police Department. The female, who was a passenger in the vehicle, “reportedly became belligerent and attempted to kick the…

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The Millennials: Meaghan Greene, making an impact in business and community.

January 17, 2015
The Millennials: Meaghan Greene, making an impact in business and community.

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…

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New requirements for rear visibility technology.

January 17, 2015
New requirements for rear visibility technology.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. n 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ruled that by May 2018, all new vehicles weighing less that 10,000 pounds should be equipped with rear visibility technology. Check out the infographic below to learn about the law, including statistics to support the need for this technology and an outline…

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Obit: Emil Hoch, 84, Baldwin.

January 16, 2015

Emil J. Hoch, age 84 of Baldwin passed away on January 15, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Emil was born on January 11, 1931 in Ludington, the son of the late Emil and Veronica (Nagele) Hoch. He attended Ludington High School and graduated in 1950. Emil served in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S. Keppler. In 1955 Emil married…

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79th District Court arraignments

January 16, 2015
79th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Felony – Mark Edward Henderson, 35, of 11769 N. Charloon, Manistee, was arrested Jan. 9 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of assault with a dangerous weapon and three counts of domestic violence. A probable cause…

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79th District Court sentencings

January 16, 2015
79th District Court sentencings

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Scott Martin Stillson, 43, of 201 E. Fifth St., Scottville, was found guilty Jan. 7 of driving while license expired and sentenced to $285 in fines and costs and 90 days discretionary jail for one year. Conviction reportable to the Secretary of State (SOS). One count of driving…

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Meth lab suspects named.

January 16, 2015

BRANCH TWP. —  The two suspects arrested on felony charges in connection to operating a methamphetamine lab have been arraigned. Russell Wallager, 29, and Alice Ramirez, 42, were arrested Thursday by Michigan State Police on charges of possession of methamphetamine at a residence in the 6000 block of US-10 where a meth lab was discovered. Both have been charged with operating/maintaining…

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Internet fraud, minor crashes among sheriff’s office activity

January 16, 2015
Internet fraud, minor crashes among sheriff’s office activity

LUDINGTON — The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity from Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015: – 4:29 a.m., alarm activation, 3800 block of US-10, Amber Twp. – 6:56 a.m., one-vehicle crash, no injuries, LaSalle and Freeman, Grant Twp. – 1:11 p.m., internet fraud, 1300 block of E. Fountain Rd., Sherman Twp. – 4:49 p.m., civil standby, 2800 Lena, Hamlin Twp.…

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2 arrested in meth lab bust

January 16, 2015
2 arrested in meth lab bust

BRANCH TWP. —  A 29-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman were arrested on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine Thursday, Jan. 15, at a residence in the 6000 block of US-10 where a meth lab was discovered. “Members of the Michigan State Police Methamphetamine Enforcement Team responded to the scene to dismantle the laboratory and remove the hazardous materials from…

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Chamber and SCORE to host ‘Ask the Experts’

January 15, 2015
Chamber and SCORE to host ‘Ask the Experts’

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — SCORE and The Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting an “Ask the Experts” event on Tuesday, January 20 at The Chamber Conference Room from 8:30 – 10 a.m. The topic is “Developing a Back-Up Plan for your Business.” Attorney Carlos Alvarado and accountant Connie Tewes will be available to answer legal and accounting questions.

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Franz takes oath to begin third term.

January 15, 2015
Franz takes oath to begin third term.

LANSING — State Rep. Ray Franz, R-Onekama, took the ceremonial oath of office Wednesday in the state Capitol to begin his third term in the Michigan House of Representatives. The oath was administered by Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert P. Young Jr. Franz serves the 101st House District of Leelanau, Benzie, Manistee and Mason counties. Residents can contact their lawmaker…

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Hospital leaders promoted.

January 15, 2015
Hospital leaders promoted.

LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital has promoted two of its leaders to new positions. Helen Johnson has been promoted to vice president, patient care services and chief nursing officer at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Johnson has been vice president of nursing since 2008. She began working at the hospital in September of 2005 as a nursing supervisor. In 2008, she…

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Loose cattle, larceny arrest

January 15, 2015
Loose cattle, larceny arrest

RIVERTON TWP. — Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a complaint of loose cattle Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 11:19 a.m. at Washington and Stiles roads. MCSO also arrested a 30-year-old Scottville woman on a warrant Wednesday at 8:19 p.m. in the 2600 block of W. First St. in Amber Township. She is being charged with larceny from a…

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A week of mourning as community loses some big names.

January 14, 2015
A week of mourning as community loses some big names.

Orval Smith. Jeannie Smith. Roger Pollock. Chuck Stafford. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Every person impacts somebody during their lifetime. While each of those influences are important, there are some who impact entire communities. Over the past week, Mason County has lost some those people who certainly have played a role in making this area a better place to be. Orval Smith. We…

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Welcome to the world! Recent area births.

January 14, 2015

We have an opportunity for a new sponsor for birth announcements. This is one of our most popular posts and a perfect advertising opportunity for your business. If you are interested, please contact our Sales and Marketing Representative, Justin Ray, at justin@masoncountypress.com.  Welcome to the world! Elizabeth Renae Schutter, the daughter of Jaeliana Moreno and Troy Schutter of Rothbury, was born…

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