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Congratulations to MCP’s Kate Krieger on the birth of her daughter! Lauren Evelyn Watkins, the daughter of Kate Krieger and Kevin Watkins was born Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 7 p.m. at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. She was 6 lbs, 14 oz and 22 inches long.
AMBER TWP. — MCP reader Chad Nelson of Scottville submitted some photos of the Dawg Haus Benefit Mud Run being held Saturday near the corner of U.S. 31 and Hansen Road. This year’s mud run is benefiting Jimmy Leclaire, who has cerebral palsy. Leclaire was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was 11-months-old. He had surgery when he was 4…
Locally Made. By Kate Krieger. MCP Senior Correspondent. As a native of Ludington, I thought it would be a great idea to feature many area businesses that I had either grown up with or businesses that I had become familiar with in the more recent years of my life. I wanted to promote what the businesses had to offer the…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. RIVERTON TWP. — Over 1,000 boxes used for hauling apples burned in a fire at Indian Summer fruit processing plant on West Chauvez Road Friday afternoon. The fire was reported around 2 p.m. A large plume of smoke could be seen over the property. Riverton Fire Chief Joe Cooper said he wasn’t sure exactly what started…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Nicholas Allan VanVleet, 31, of 602 E. Danaher St., Ludington, was arrested July 11 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for two felony counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC), under 13. A preliminary exam is set for…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in the Mason County courts. 51st Circuit Court: – Albert James Brooks, 40, of 5243 Village Dr., SW, Wyoming, Mich., was found guilty April 8 of controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, second or subsequent offense. He was sentenced to two to 20 years in a Michigan Department…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. RIVERTON TWP. — A large pile of apple boxes caught on fire at the Indian Summer plant on Chauvez Road. Riverton, Pere Marquette, Ludington, Scottville, Pentwater and Hamlin fire departments are on scene. The fire appears to have started from a trash pile located about 30 feet from the pallet boxes. Water supply has been a…
LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital will host a blood drive Tuesday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Blood donations are urgently needed and the public is welcome. The drive is in the classrooms on the lower level, below the north (surgery) entrance. No appointment is necessary, but appointments are available by calling 800-733-2767.
VICTORY TWP. – West Shore Community College will be hosting College for Kids 2014, July 28 – August 1, and the registration has been extended to July 22. The five-day College for Kids is a hands-on opportunity to explore higher education through arts, sciences, communications and recreation in a day-camp atmosphere on the college campus and features 25 action-packed learning adventures designed…
Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan State Farm Insurance Agency. Your home has well-lit stairways, household cleaners in an upper cabinet and smoke detectors with fresh batteries — so it’s safe, right? Here are some potential household dangers you may not have considered: Electronic appliances: The advanced features on today’s high-tech appliances make them easy to use.…
The Department of Natural Resources reminds the public that importing certain baitfish species is prohibited. The DNR has recently received numerous questions regarding the importation of baitfish into Michigan and points these inquiries to the Susceptible Fish Species list in Fish Disease Control Order 245. The release – both intentional and unintentional – of live baitfish is one of the best ways…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Ten flags and flagpoles were stolen from the front fence of the Mason County Fairgrounds sometime in the last two days. The flags contain the logos and names of the major sponsors of the Western Michigan Fair. Fair board President Kirk Myers said the flags stolen included Freeman Creek Equipment, Bud Light, Towns Brothers, Hallack Contracting,…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that several citizens have recently complained about a scam. They have been receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be with the IRS and then demanding payment of back taxes via credit cards. “The sheriff’s office wants to remind citizens to never provide credit card or personal information over the phone…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Experience Works Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) will be accepting applications on Monday, August 4 from noon to 5 p.m., at Michigan Works, 5722 W. US 10. Program applicants must be age 55 or older, unemployed, live in Mason County, and have incomes of $14,588 per year or less for a family of one ($19,663 for…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — While studying at college, Brigette Estola discovered a three-woman play, “Fighting Words” that she thought would be perfect for her to perform with her mother, Nancy Estola. The Ludington resident, who now lives in New York City, has come home to take part in the play, with her mother, this weekend at AM Galleries…
LUDINGTON – The Salvation Army food pantry in Ludington is looking to the local community to respond to a severe shortage of food donations over the summer months. The pantry has been nearly depleted as many individuals have experienced difficulty in providing food for their families due to continuing economic hardship, according to Capt. Timothy McPherson, corps officer. “In addition to food assistance,…
Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook. Welcome to the world! Aldo Yandel Oliveros, the son of Zenia and Joaquin Oliveros of Ludington, was born July 14, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Raina Louise Skoog, the daughter of Sheena Wheeler and Zachary Skoog of Ludington, was born July 14, 2014…
The weather report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Lake Michigan surface water temperature at Stearns Park beach, Ludington: 55F. Thursday, July 17, 2014. Sunny with temperatures rising towards the low 70s. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight. Generally clear. Low 53F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Sunset: 9:25 p.m. Friday, July 18,…
For the Love of Fishing. A blog by Sean McDonald. It is that special time of the year again for big lake fishermen in Ludington. Many fishermen look forward to this weekend all year. The Offshore Classic is taking place this weekend in Ludington. The Tournament Trail and the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce host the event, which…
LANSING – Gov. Rick Snyder today called for the lowering of all U.S. flags on all state buildings and within the state capitol complex Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20, in honor of former Lt. Gov. Connie Binsfeld, who passed away Jan. 12. Flags should be returned to their full-staff position on Monday, July 21. The flag order coincides with a memorial for both…
LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old Ludington woman has been arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for attempting to smuggle pills into the Mason County Jail when she was booked into the facility Tuesday evening. She has been charged with smuggling contraband into a correctional facility. Other activity of the sheriff’s office for Tuesday, July 15, 2014 included: – 3:11 p.m.:…
