SCOTTVILLE — Supporters of Mason County 4-H programs have the opportunity to double their personal support for 4-H by helping to “Make the Match for Mason County 4-H.” The Mason County 4-H Advisory Council has set a goal of raising $30,000 locally which, if successful, will result in the county 4-H program qualifying for a 1:1 match from the Michigan…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. The following is the activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014: 5:37 a.m.: Domestic situation, Hidden Forest neighborhood, Pere Marquette Twp. 2:15 p.m.: Larceny of tires, rims and chains, Summit Twp. 6:30 p.m.: Car/turkey crash, no injuries, Millerton and Schoenherr…
For the Love of Fishing is written by Sean McDonald and brought to you by Dreamweaver Lures, www.dreamweaverlures.com. For the last part of August and the first part of September this year we had warm water from the surface of about 68 degrees and the temperature was about 64 degrees 80 feet down. This warmer water mass slowed kings from…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville. From school supplies to dorm essentials, preparing for a new school year can be an expensive undertaking. Consider these simple back-to-school shopping tips to help you plan smart and cut costs: Set a budget—and stick to it. Determine how much money you can spend, then evaluate needs versus wants. Review…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Writers of The Ludington Area Center for the Arts will present two free readings as part of the group’s Writer-in-Residence program. Anne-Marie Oomen, Michigan author and teacher, will speak at two readings, the first on poetry Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and the second on non-fiction the following Saturday, September 27, from…
LUDINGTON — Mason County District Library will host Scarecrow Creating Friday, October 3, beginning at 4 p.m. and continuing through the weekend (while supplies last) at the Ludington library. Young artists are invited to create a scarecrow. All supplies and materials for scarecrows will be provided by the library. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. All Mason County District…
Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook. Welcome to the world! Grace Evelynn East, the daughter of Hannah and Gregory East of Ludington, was born September 5, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Bentley Ray Stoner, the son of Mariah Schwartz and Joshua Stoner of Ludington, was born September 8, 2014 at Spectrum Health…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old four-time habitual offender received a long-spanning prison sentence of one-and-a-half years to life for breaking and entering and larceny. Scott Eric Phelps, of 504 E. Fifth St., Apt. 2, Ludington, received his sentence with the Michigan Department of Corrections from 51st Circuit Court Judge Richard I. Cooper, Sept. 2. Phelps, who…
LUDINGTON – Home Depot recently confirmed a data breach of its payment data system, which could potentially impact any customer that used their payment card at their U.S. and Canadian stores since April 2014. According to the Home Depot website, the corporation does not have evidence that the breach impacted stores in Mexico or any customers who shopped online at…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library will celebrate the 98th birthday of children’s author Roald Dahl on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. at the Ludington branch. The birthday party will include a reading from “The BFG” and activities including dream jar making. Cupcakes will be served. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. All Mason County…
Shooting of MSP trooper occurred one year ago today. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Editor’s note: This story is a first person account of the tragic death of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield and the events that followed. Many aspects of this story contain my personal opinion and observations. One year ago today Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield was…
VICTORY TWP. – The community is invited to several free events at West Shore Community College in celebration of Michigan Community College Week, Sept. 15 – 22. Community College Week, which will take place across the state at all of Michigan’s 28 community colleges, is intended to increase the visibility and recognize the impact these colleges have on the lives…
MANISTEE — 10 West Studios and Pure Flix Entertainment have announced a casting call for the movie “Believe.” The faith-based movie will be an ensemble piece in the vein of the movie “Crash.” The movie was written and is being produced by the same team that created “God’s Not Dead,” including director/producer Harold Cronk of Scottville. The casting calls are…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Three Scottville homeowners attended Monday’s city commission meeting to express their concerns about a proposed change to the city’s practice regarding grinder pump maintenance. In the late 80s, early 90s, Scottville extended its sewer lines to cover all areas of the city. There are 17 homes that utilize a grinder pump because the homes…
Laura M. Lamrock aged 103 of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Laura was born on November 4, 1910 in Mason County to Charles and Anna (Pleiness) Stoevsand, and attended Fern School in Eden Township. Her first marriage was to Wilbur Matthews, and he preceded her in death in 1932. She later married Phillip Lamrock on…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested two people over the weekend for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. A 52-year-old Ludington man was arrested on Saturday at 11:14 p.m. following a traffic stop at Conrad and Stiles roads in Amber Township. A 59-year-old Ludington man was…
SCOTTVILLE — City residents who have a sewer grinder pump on their property will most likely have to cover the expenses of maintaining the pumps for now on. The city commission is expected to pass a recommendation from the city’s infrastructure committee that changes the city’s policy. City Manager Amy Williams said the issue affects 17 homes. “In the early…
SCOTTVILLE — City commission is expected to approve raising Riverside Park camping rates during its regular meeting tonight. Camping rates at the city-owned park have not been increased since 2006, with the exception of seasonal camping rates which were raised slightly a few years ago, according to City Manager Amy Williams. “The park has some increased costs that hadn’t been…
Moonlighting. A blog by Judy Cools. Yes, I know that Labor Day doesn’t signal a day of really hard work, or the time for birthing babies. It’s a nod to the unions and to workers, and their contribution to our society. However, our Labor Day weekend was of a different sort than celebrating the nation’s workers and flipping some food…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. CARR SETTLEMENT — The end of August and beginning of September means harvest season for area hops farms. Out on the eastern county line, Blake and Anna Tyndall, along with several helpers, have been busy harvesting at Carr Creek Hops Farm on Tyndall Road. The centennial farm (Anna’s family, the Tyndalls, have owned the farm for…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Aidan Scott Hegg, 17, of 112 E. Main St., Hart, was arrested Aug. 27 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and misdemeanors of possession of marijuana and minor in…
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