
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.
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Once a month a group of women get together for fellowship, food and fun. They call themselves the Merry Widows, appropriately because they are all widows. The group started as a support system for four women who attend Bachelor Church in Sheridan Township. While the core is still affiliated with Bachelor, it has expanded…
LUDINGTON — In 2015, residents of the City of Ludington will receive a new city calendar with committee dates and times and helpful citizen information. This calendar is an initiative of the city council to better serve our residents by providing up front answers to commonly asked questions and services. The calendar is scheduled to be mailed to residents in…
For the Love of Fishing is written by Sean McDonald and brought to you by Dreamweaver Lures, www.dreamweaverlures.com. We continue to see more adult king salmon showing up in our area of Lake Michigan. The kings are still very chrome from living in cold water all summer. They have finally began staging in closer to normal numbers from Manistee to…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. RIVERTON TWP. — A 15-year-old boy is a suspect in a stolen car incident that took place early Wednesday morning. At 2:08 a.m., deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Indian Summer in the 3900 block of West Chauvez Road for a report…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014: Partly to mostly sunny with temperatures rising towards the mid 70s. Winds light and variable. Tonight: Scattered thunderstorms this evening becoming more widespread overnight. Low 66F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 80%. Sunset: 8:40 p.m. Sunrise: 6:57 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22,…
LUDINGTON — Oakview Medical Care facility’s 13th annual Motorcycle Show will be held tonight from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided along with refreshments. All riders will receive a commemorative pin and t-shirts are available for purchase. Oakview is located on Diana Street next to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.
SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Farm Bureau has drawn the name of Christina Hammerle of Ludington as the winner of the basket of Holstein cow items at its Western Michigan Fair booth. The basket was created by Loretta Petersen of Pentwater. A hay bale toss for guys and gals, sponsored by Mason County Farm Bureau, was held in the beef/dairy show…
MANISTEE — The Manistee Police Department released the videos today showing the arrest of Charles Dillon, president of West Shore Community College on Aug. 6, 2014. The video published here was taken from one of two patrol vehicles that pulled Dillon over. It starts by showing Dillon being chased by another police car on U.S. 31 just north of the…
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 54-year-old Fountain man Tuesday at 3:50 p.m. for driving while license suspended, third arrest. The arrest took place following a traffic stop at Main and Sanders streets. Other activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office…