79th District Court arraignments.

October 18, 2014
79th District Court arraignments.

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Christian Jonathon Steiger, 21, of 75 N. Stiles Rd., Ludington, was arrested Oct. 12 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of assault by strangulation, one count of domestic violence, and one count of malicious…

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79th District Court sentencings

October 18, 2014
79th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court:: – Timothy John Horrack, 36, of 1486 N US-31, Scottville, was found guilty Oct. 14 of operating while impaired by liquor. He was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); $870 in fines and…

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Victory Twp. woman charged with embezzling over $50,000 in gift cards.

October 17, 2014
Victory Twp. woman charged with embezzling over $50,000 in gift cards.

LUDINGTON — A Victory Township woman has been charged with embezzling between $50,000 to $100,000 in gift cards. Valerie Kay Larr, 55, of Victory Twp. was was arraigned on October 10 by Mason County Magistrate Patricia Baker on one count of embezzlement by agent $50,000-$100,000 occurring between September 1, 2012 and May 1, 2013.  The offense is a felony punishable…

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Man attempting to flee police arrested in the bathroom.

October 17, 2014
Man attempting to flee police arrested in the bathroom.

The Police Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. LUDINGTON — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 25-year-old Ludington man Thursday at 9:06 a.m. on a felony warrant for flight to avoid prosecution along with a criminal bench warrant for…

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What is joint universal life insurance.

October 17, 2014
What is joint universal life insurance.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville, www.erindoan.com.  Joint universal life insurance covers two individuals with one policy — often at a lower cost than two separate policies. Learn more about joint universal life insurance and whether it’s right for you. What Is It? Joint Universal Life provides a lifetime of protection1 while building a tax-deferred cash value. The…

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Scottville Optimists to host garage sale

October 17, 2014
Scottville Optimists to host garage sale

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Optimist Club will host a “giant sale” at the Optimist Hall on Saturday, Oct 25th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 20 families will be participating with a variety of items including antiques, new and used items and collectibles.  Lunch will be available. Several tables are still available for rent or if you would like to donate…

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Occasional rain possible today, more tonight.

October 17, 2014
Occasional rain possible today, more tonight.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Friday, October 17, 2014: Cloudy with occasional rain showers. High near 55F. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Tonight: Overcast with rain showers at times. Low 43F. Winds NNW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Sunset: 6:59 p.m.  Sunrise:…

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Reader questions gas prices and politics.

October 17, 2014

Letter to the Editor:  Fact: The winter of 2013-2014 was colder and snowier than in recent years. Fact: There was a real LP gas shortage that caused prices to sky rocket. Fact: One or more LP gas distributors were or are being investigated for price gouging, Fact: I have observed gasoline prices consistently vary as much as 5 to 10…

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Veterans’ Day program at MCC Middle School.

October 16, 2014

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Allied Veterans Council and Mason County Central Middle School are joining forces in creating a community wide program to honor local veterans on Veterans’ Day. The program will take place at MCC Middle School on November 11. Veterans and community members are welcome to attend the all day event starting at 7:30 a.m. with fellowship…

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Police respond to B&E’s.

October 16, 2014
Police respond to B&E’s.

The Police Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. The following was the activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 and also the Michigan State Police Hart Post, operations in Mason County, for October 13-15: MSP:  …

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Cancer survivor thankful for her family’s support.

October 16, 2014
Cancer survivor thankful for her family’s support.

Survivor Story. Sponsored by All Access Care of Ludington. Located at 329 N. Jebavy Dr. in Ludington; 231-425-4544; www.all-access-care.com. By Kate Krieger. Senior Correspondent. LUDINGTON – Sometimes when a person is faced with a traumatic life event like cancer, they never stop to think how important their family will be during their fight. For Ludington resident, Marilyn Hullinger, she never…

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Dress for Success event tonight.

October 16, 2014

LUDINGTON — Michigan Works West Central will hold its second annual Dress for Success workshop and fashion show tonight at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. The fashion show will feature business/professional attire for men and women from local clothing stores as well as thrift stores and resale shops. Workshop attendees will learn how to…

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Mid-October, in-between time for salmon fishing.

October 16, 2014
Mid-October, in-between time for salmon fishing.

For the Love of Fishing is written by Sean McDonald. Mid-October is considered in-between time on the rivers. The salmon numbers are dwindling and steelhead numbers are on the rise. The amount of fall Steelhead we see this year depends on the amount of rain that we receive. We had some good steelhead fishing on the Pere Marquette and the…

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82-year-old man injured in Pentwater rollover.

October 16, 2014
82-year-old man injured in Pentwater rollover.

PENTWATER — An 82-year-old Pentwater man avoided serious injuries stemming from a single-vehicle rollover crash at 5200 W. Hammet Rd. near 60th Ave., approximately one mile east of Pentwater School, Wednesday afternoon. The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office, the Hart post of the Michigan State Police, the Pentwater Fire Department, Oceana EMS and the Hart Area Fire Department Jaws of Life…

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4 vehicles damaged after man attempts illegal lane pass.

October 16, 2014
4 vehicles damaged after man attempts illegal lane pass.

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — No injuries were reported following a four-vehicle crash Tuesday at 6:16 p.m. on Jebavy Drive near Johnson Road. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, the crash occurred when…

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Cloudy today, maybe some rain.

October 16, 2014
Cloudy today, maybe some rain.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Thursday, October 16, 2014: Cloudy skies. Slight chance of a rain shower. High around 55F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Cloudy early with some clearing expected late. Low 49F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Sunset tonight: 7 p.m.  Sunrise Friday: 8:03 a.m. …

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Business Spotlight: Parkdale Auto & Transmission.

October 14, 2014
Business Spotlight: Parkdale Auto & Transmission.

This news service is brought to you free through the generosity of our advertisers. This series, Business Spotlight, will feature those great businesses. Today, we present Parkdale Auto and Transmission of Manistee, located at 855 Parkdale Ave.  MANISTEE — Parkdale Auto and Transmission provides service to all sizes and makes of vehicles. “We are the only repair shop around that…

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Talent Connect looking for businesses.

October 14, 2014

LUDINGTON — Representatives from various local companies and industries are needed for the November 2014 Talent Connect Ludington Event. Representatives will have the opportunity to network with event attendees on potential career paths that match their talents. The event is being organized by the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce and is based on Pure Michigan Talent Connect, a statewide…

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Lots of rain today.

October 14, 2014
Lots of rain today.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Tuesday, October 14, 2014: Drizzle and low clouds will transition to a steadier rainfall around noon. Cloudy with temperatures steady in the low 60s. ESE winds shifting to N at 10 to 15 mph. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch. Tonight: A steady rain this evening.…

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MSP investigating sexual assault complaint

October 13, 2014
MSP investigating sexual assault complaint

The Michigan State Police Report is brought to you by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com and Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. HAMLIN TWP. — The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating a sexual assault complaint that was reported Friday, Oct. 10, at 1:30 p.m. The following is other recent…

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Man charged with strangling girlfriend.

October 13, 2014
Man charged with strangling girlfriend.

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. SHERIDAN TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of Taylor and Dewey roads Sunday at 5:58 p.m. where they arrested a 21-year-old Ludington man and charged him with…

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