By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Incoming Ludington Area School District Superintendent Travis Walker will begin his tenure July 1 with a higher base salary than his predecessor, but under a compensation package that shifts some benefits away from retirement contributions and toward performance incentives and longevity pay. The Board of Education approved a three-year contract for Walker following its…
LUDINGTON — Downtown Ludington has rescheduled the Love Ludington Street Party to Friday, June 26, due to weather concerns. Organizers said the decision was made after closely monitoring weather forecasts and considering the planning, setup and coordination required for the event. “Weather forecasts in Ludington…
SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has promoted a longtime employee and added two new members to its management team as part of its ongoing focus on growth, leadership development and operational excellence. Kelly O’Neill has been promoted to assistant vice president while continuing in her…
BALDWIN — Family Health Care has become the 300th employer in Michigan to offer the MI Tri-Share Child Care benefit, a milestone state officials say highlights the growing role of…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews are currently on scene of a garage fire in the 1700 block of West Dewey Road near Amber Road. Mason County Rural Fire Authority units…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, June 3, 2026:…
The following births have been reported: Amir Duke Crawford, the son of Janita Latimer and Jaylen Crawford, was born on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health…
Henry Lyle Sutton Jr., 73, of Ludington passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Henry was born in Battle Creek on Sept. 13, 1952, the son of Henry Lyle Sutton…
Mason County Central School District is hiring a kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. See details and apply online at: www.mccschools.org Job ID #661 Application Deadline: June 9, 2026…
SCOTTVILLE — Motorists traveling on roads in the northern half of Mason County should expect fresh pavement markings beginning Thursday, June 4, as the Mason County Road Commission undertakes a…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Adult Education Program held its 2026 graduation Friday, May…
SHELBY — Shelby State Bank is celebrating 95 years of serving families, businesses and organizations across west Michigan. Founded in 1931, the community bank says it has remained committed to…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, June 2,…
The following births have been reported: Carson John Kacynski, the son of Samantha and Nicholas Kacynski of Scottville, was born on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. RaiLynn Rose Trim, the daughter of Raina…
This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON —…
Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL — The former Free Soil School building is expected to be demolished later this summer as part of a Mason County…
LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County and local media organizations will host a candidate forum Monday, June 29 featuring contested races in the Aug. 4 primary election. The…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Community members will have an opportunity to help shape the future of the Lincoln River Watershed during a stakeholder meeting hosted by the Mason-Lake Conservation District on…
BEAR LAKE — The public is invited to learn about regenerative agriculture, biochar production and soil health during the annual Farm Field Day hosted by the Mason-Lake and Manistee Conservation…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Friday, May 29, 2026:…
The following births have been reported: Mariella E. Nelson, the daughter of Andrea and Gabriel Nelson of Manistee, was born on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Kolten James Merrill, the son of Madalyn…
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