The weather report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Cloudy with temperatures steady near the upper 50s. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Tonight: A shower or two around the area early, then partly cloudy overnight. Low 52F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%. Sunset: 9:26 p.m.…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The man who is accused of a striking down a local teacher/businessman in a grocery store parking lot with his car and then fleeing the scene, will appear in court Tuesday. On April 16, 50-year-old Amber Township resident Scott Dumas was walking through the Shop-N-Save parking lot when he was hit by a car.…
LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital volunteers will be hosting Books Are Fun book sale on Thursday, July 17 and Friday, July 18 at the hospital Medical Office Building lobby, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. Cash, checks and major credit cards are accepted. Proceeds go towards the volunteers’ pledge to help fund…
SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Board of Education will meet beginning at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the high school board room. The board will first hold a work session to review board self assessment survey results and provide an update from School Advance Board Training. An organizational meeting will be held from 7 to 7:10 p.m. The board holds two…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 46-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Friday afternoon after the man crashed his motorcycle at Pere Marquette Hwy. and Sixth St. The man was charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs and for not possessing a cycle endorsement. Other activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for…
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: 62 F. Monday, July 14, 2014. Sunrise: 6:16 a.m. Mostly sunny skies early. A few showers developing later in the day. Thunder possible. High around 70 F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. HAMLIN TWP. — Habitat for Humanity is offering up a unique combination for a fundraiser this Saturday: The Raise the Roof Golf Scramble will feature sandwiches and beverages throughout the course. It will also feature a pork barbecue sandwich dinner at the end, a 50/50 raffle and of course, cash payouts. Adam Sheren of West Shore…
LUDINGTON – Al Geist of Geist Arts will give a one-hour presentation on photography on Friday, August 1 beginning at 5 p.m. in the Main Gallery of Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA). This presentation is offered in conjunction with the current “Botanicals” exhibit at LACA, in which Geist has three pieces displayed. Geist began his photography journey while stationed in Iceland…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. This has been the year of the mosquito. Most people in these parts have had little peace trying to enjoy the outdoors without being attacked and bit by the annoying little bugs. Bad for you. Good for Mosquito Squad. Nate DeWeerd, ace mosquito killer, was recently over at my house fighting the good fight against our…
Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook. Welcome to the world! Greyson Elwood Jacobs, the son of Jennifer and Justin Jacobs of Jenison, was born on June 3, 2014 at Spectrum Health Grand Rapids. His older brother is Riley Jacobs. Grandparents include Irene Hathaway of Ludington, Janice and Gordon Merten of…
SCOTTVILLE — State Rep. Ray Franz, R-Onekama, will host office hours on Monday, July 14 at North Country Cafe, 110 N. Main St., from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The purpose is to meet with residents and discuss issues involving state and local government. No appointments are necessary. Those who have questions but are unable to attend may callFranz toll-free at 1-855-347-8101 or via…
LUDINGTON — The first of four Friday Night Lives will be tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Ludington. Tonight’s event includes performers Fremont John, Gasta and Mojo Hammer. It will also feature Sandcastles Children’s Castle, pony rides, obstacle courses and food vendors. Following FNL will be a garden party in the North James Street Plaza featuring K. Jones…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Magistrate: Felonies – Benjamin Lee Towers, 37, of 707 N. Lavinia St., Ludington, was arrested July 3 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for a felony of fleeing a police officer, third offense. A preliminary exam is set for July 16 at…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Corey Evan Carsten, 28, homeless, was found guilty July 1 of disorderly person, public intoxication. He was sentenced to 20 days in jail with credit for 20 days served; $285 in fines and costs; 90 days discretionary jail for one year; and no…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Summerfest weekend kicks off tonight with a sunset car cruise, live music and then a free movie. Car enthusiasts who wish to take part in the sunset cruise will meet at the Mason County Central High School parking lot. Registration is at 5 p.m. and the cruise leaves at 6 p.m. The cruise will end at…
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: 60 F. Friday, July 11, 2014: Partly cloudy with temperatures steady near the low 70s. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy this evening with more clouds for overnight. Low 61 F. Winds S at…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Mason County Fairgrounds have been part of life here since the Great Depression. Subtle improvements are made every year to the facility that hosts the Western Michigan Fair, among many other events throughout the year. But, the latest improvements are not so subtle. The most notable of which is the paved…
Mason-Oceana 911 has scheduled four public meetings to present information regarding the August 5, 2014 ballot new millage request for 0.14 mils for 6 years. The meetings will feature a 1 hour presentation highlighting 911’s day to day operations and a discussion of future funding. Audience questions will be encouraged. “Few people see or understand what we do inside Mason-Oceana…
LUDINGTON — A paraglider and his co-pilot were safe after they crash landed near the end of South James Street Thursday night. The two men told Ludington police that they were running out of fuel while heading west near the SS Badger. They turned around and crashed into a row of pine trees. Ludington Police Dept., Ludington Fire Dept. and…
LUDINGTON — City employees have repaired the 20-inch water main damaged earlier today by a utility contractor. The water main at the intersection of Robert and Filer streets was damaged and caused loss of water services for portions of the city. There is still damage to the roadway and part of South Robert St., just north of West Filer St.…
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