The Lakeshore Coordinating Council, along with Network 180, Drug Free Communities Coalitions and Great Start Collaborative are collaborating with local restaurants across west Michigan to celebrate National Family Month and promote family dinners in September. According to a press release from Lakeshore Coordinating Council, National Family Month recognizes and celebrates the positive impact parents have in preventing their children from…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Police Department is warning of a mail scam that was received by a city resident. On Aug. 23, the resident received a package marked priority mail from the U.S. Postal Service. Enclosed in the envelope was a communication from a company called Expert Audit. The communication stated that Expert Audit is working with Wal-Mart Corporation. The…
The National Weather Service has issued a significant weather advisory. SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY AT 1045 AM EDT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING ONSHORE FROM LAKE MICHIGAN AT 30 MPH. FREQUENT CLOUD TO GROUND LIGHTNING BRIEF HEAVY DOWNPOURS WITH TEMPORARY STREET FLOODING AND ISOLATED WIND GUSTS TO 40 MPH ARE POSSIBLE WITH THESE STORMS. LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. HAMLIN TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office responded to a hit and run crash, with injuries, at 1:15 a.m. Sunday. Upon arriving at Sherman and Fountain roads, they found a single vehicle rolled over and blood in the vehicle. However, the driver was…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Monday, Aug. 25, 2014: Partly to mostly cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms mainly in the morning. A few storms may be severe. High 84F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%. Monday night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. A few storms may be severe.…
VICTORY TWP. – West Shore Community College is inviting area musicians to participate in its performing music ensembles. The college offers a variety of music ensembles for all levels of ability. The music department will be holding an orientation for all Chamber Winds and Wind Symphony members on Wed., Sept. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Center Stage Theater located in the Arts…
The Community Foundation for Mason County has announced that its fall grant round is currently open for grant applications from local non-profits. The deadline for the applications is Tuesday, September 30, 2014. All grant applications are on-line and applicants are asked to go to www.mason-foundation.org. The Foundation accepts grants that increase the quality of life experienced by the residences of Mason County. …
“Waterwalk” features shots from Ludington. LUDINGTON – “Waterwalk”, the award winning father/son bonding feature film hailed by the Detroit News as “heartfelt, touching and real”, screens Wednesday August 27 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA). Screenings are set for 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. followed by a behind the scenes talkback with Muskegon based producer and screenwriter…
The Mason County Allied Veterans Council is hosting the Traveling Vietnam Memorial at Ludington City Park from Aug. 27 to 31. See related story here. MCP is asking any Vietnam veteran who would like to submit his/her story to feel free to email us your story or contact us for an interview: Kate Krieger, kate@masoncountypress.com, phone/text 231-794-8402 or Rob Alway,…
The Mason County Sheriff’s office, along with Michigan State Police and Ludington Police Department will have increased traffic enforcement this afternoon from 4 to 8 p.m. on U.S. 10 between the cities of Ludington and Scottville.
MUSKEGON — The Michigan Irish Music Festival, sponsored by Mercy Health, returns to Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon September 12 -14, with a weekend of live Irish entertainment, activities, and culture. The festival features Irish & Celtic music on four covered stages. In addition to continuous live music, the Celtic Kitchen and the Pub serve up authentic Irish food and…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Rachelle Joyce Fitch, 41, of 5065 Schwass Rd., Scottville, was arrested Aug. 12 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of controlled substance, possession of marijuana, and habitual offender, fourth offense. A preliminary exam is set for…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced Tuesday in 51st Circuit Court: – Bradley Elmer Luft, 50, of 308 N. Lewis St., Ludington, pleaded no contest July 9 to third-offense domestic violence and interfering with an electronic communication device. He was convicted by the court of habitual offender, third offense. He was sentenced on the first…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Charles Thomas Comstock, 18, of 410 N. Delia St., Ludington, was found guilty Aug. 18 of driving while unlicensed/never applied. He was sentenced to three days in jail with credit for three days served; $370 in fines and costs; 30 days discretionary jail…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. CUSTER — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 45-year-old Custer man Thursday afternoon for domestic violence. The man was arrested on South Mills Street at 2:15 p.m. following an investigation. Other activity of the MCSO for Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 included: – 8:20…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau was contacted in July by organizers of History Prize, and was notified that Ludington is one of five communities being considered to host the first History Prize in 2016. Other communities also being considered include: Traverse City, Bay City, Sault Saint Marie and Marquette. Similar to Art Prize in…
HAMLIN TWP. — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 23rd Annual Business to Business Golf Classic at Lincoln Hills Golf Club on Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Registration and lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The Golf Classic is one of the largest golf outings in the area and welcomes 120 prominent business…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Friday, Aug. 22, 2014: Mostly cloudy with temperatures rising towards the upper 70s. Winds light and variable. Friday night: Partly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Sunset: 8:37 p.m. Sunrise: 6:58 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014: Partly cloudy. High 81F.…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), auto manufacturers recalled about 22 million vehicles in 2013. Knowing how to handle vehicle safety recalls can help protect your family. Q: Who issues safety recalls? A: The NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) or auto manufacturers. Q: How will I…
VICTORY TWP. — West Shore Community College’s Recreation Center will be closed for summer maintenance beginning Mon., August 25 through Tues., Sept. 2. The Wellness Center, weight room, and gym areas will re-open on Wed., Sept. 3. The pool and locker rooms will remain closed until the current remodeling project is complete. The Recreation Center staff is currently offering those who are 60 or older…
LUDINGTON — The Movies in the Park featured film “Frozen” has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Friday, August 22, 2014 due to expected severe weather. As usual the movie will start at dusk and Ludington City Park.
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