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3 juveniles suspected of multiple vehicle break-ins

June 30, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Three  juveniles were identified as potential suspects and will be referred to juvenile court authorities following a break-in and theft from a vehicle on Wallace Lane that was reported to police Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The crime victim reported that his or her vehicle was broken into Thursday,…

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Aquastar history cruise to explore Muskegon’s maritime past

June 30, 2026

This MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. Photos and story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MUSKEGON — Longtime Muskegon journalist and community leader Dave Alexander will serve as narrator during a special history cruise aboard the Aquastar on Sunday, July…

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Former Free Soil School demolished after standing more than a century

June 29, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL — The former Free Soil School building, which educated generations of northern Mason County students for nearly a century, was demolished Monday as residents gathered to witness the end of one of the village’s most recognizable landmarks. Former Village…

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Crash involving semi seriously injures Fountain woman

June 29, 2026

AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 75-year-old Fountain woman was seriously injured Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 10-31 and Stiles Road. Emergency personnel were dispatched to…

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Scottville Clown Band Patriotic Concert to feature LHS Jazz Band, honor veterans

June 29, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band will hold its annual Patriotic Concert on Tuesday, June 30, at the Waterfront Park pavilion. This year’s performance will feature the Ludington High School…

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Extreme heat warning in effect through Thursday

June 29, 2026

MASON COUNTY — A large portion of the western portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, including, Mason and Oceana counties, is under an extreme heat warning beginning at 2 p.m. Monday,…

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Bicyclist injured in hit-and-run US 10 crash

June 29, 2026

BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 15-year-old boy, who was riding a bicycle and pulling a wagon behind it, received minor injuries in a hit-and-run crash on US 10 east of Walhalla…

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Employment: Special Education Teacher – SXI/SCI

June 29, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI/SCI.  Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain…

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Employment: STEM Specialist

June 29, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Educational STEM Specialist.  Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our…

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Weekend police news, published June 29, 2026

June 29, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, June…

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Obituary: Joseph Sherman Frame, 36, of Terra Haute, Ind.

June 29, 2026

Joseph Sherman Frame, known affectionately as Joey, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 36 in his hometown of Terra Haute, Ind. Born on Feb. 2,…

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Heritage Trail signs add new ways to experience and learn local history at White Pine Village

June 28, 2026

  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Visitors attending Historic White Pine Village’s 50th anniversary celebration on Friday, July 3, will be the first to experience two new…

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Flipstar gymnasts earn 41 medals at AAU National Championships

June 28, 2026

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Twelve Flipstar Gymnastics athletes brought home 41 national medals, including 12 top-three podium finishes, one national championship, five national runner-up titles and three Junior Olympic Games qualifiers…

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Lakeview Cemetery tour explores Mason County’s maritime heritage

June 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society launched its 2026 America 250 cemetery tour series Thursday evening with the “Masters & Commanders” tour at Lakeview Cemetery, where participants explored the…

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Scottville Clown Band entertains beach bonfire crowd

June 26, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band kicked off the 2026 Pure Ludington Sunset Beach Bonfire Series Thursday evening, entertaining a crowd of hundreds gathered at Stearns…

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WSCC winter semester Dean’s List

June 26, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has released its…

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Obituary: Betty Vanderlaan, 92, of Scottville

June 26, 2026

Betty R. Vanderlaan, 92, of Scottville entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 25, 2026 with her family by her side.  Betty was born on Aug.…

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Celebration of life for Rich Laaksonen is Saturday

June 26, 2026

A celebration of life for Capt. Richard “Rich” Laaksonen will be held Saturday, June 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Pere Pointe Clubhouse, 90 W. Second St., Ludington. Rich…

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Recent death: Joseph Sherman Frame, 36, of Terra Haute Ind.

June 26, 2026

  Joseph Sherman Frame, 36, of Terra Haute Ind., died on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of…

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White Pine Village to celebrate 50th anniversary with free event July 3

June 25, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village will celebrate its 50th anniversary on July 3 with free admission, special ceremonies, historical demonstrations and the unveiling of newly renovated exhibits.…

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Woman sentenced to prison for armed robbery

June 25, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 34-year-old woman was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court to five to 50 years in prison for an armed robbery conviction…

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