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Aboard the Sykes: Part 4. Capt. Crafcraft follows grandpa Bruce Masse’s footsteps

October 12, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years, I have made it a personal mission to tell the stories of the Great Lakes maritime industry and, especially, the people who work aboard its vessels. As someone who has…

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Open house to honor retiring Sheriff Cole Friday

October 12, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office and Mason County Board of Commissioners will host a public open house Friday, Oct. 16, to honor retiring Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. in the conference…

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Big Rapids man arrested for assaulting haunted prison volunteers

October 12, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A 51-year-old Big Rapids man was arrested Saturday, Oct. 10, after he allegedly assaulted two staff members at Cages of Carnage Haunted Prison, operated…

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Manitowoc returns to Ludington for second visit of shipping season

October 12, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The 630-foot MV Manitowoc arrived…

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American Legion launches 2026 wreaths campaign

October 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Sons of the American Legion Squadron 76 is launching its 2026 Wreaths Across Mason County campaign with a goal of placing 2,200 wreaths on veterans’ graves throughout…

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MCC seniors paint parking spots to kick off homecoming week

October 12, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School seniors added a little color to…

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College Month highlights scholarship, tuition assistance opportunities

October 12, 2026

October is College Month, a time for students, families and adults across Michigan to explore opportunities for education and career training beyond high school. With several programs helping eligible students…

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LHS, MCC volleyball teams to face off in breast cancer awareness match

October 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington High School and Mason County Central High School volleyball teams will face off Tuesday, Oct. 20, in a special breast cancer awareness event at Ludington High…

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Badger concludes 2026 season, one of its best in recent years

October 11, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The SS Badger concluded its 2026 sailing season Sunday, Oct. 11, wrapping up what Lake Michigan Carferry officials have described as one of the…

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Aboard the Wilfred Sykes: Part 3. A ship is its crew

October 11, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years,…

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Aboard the Wilfred Sykes: Part 2. Life aboard a working freighter

October 10, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years,…

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Not in our school! Scottville Elementary students learn lessons about bullying

October 10, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — Students at Mason County Central’s Scottville Elementary School learned valuable lessons Wednesday,…

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Ludington to consider development changes amid ongoing budget concerns

October 10, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will meet Monday, Oct. 12, as the city continues working to address its projected 2027 budget deficit following the withdrawal of controversial special assessments…

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Aboard the Wilfred Sykes: Part 1. The journey to Port Dolomite

October 9, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years,…

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County commission to consider 2027 budget, senior millage allocations

October 9, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners is expected to consider approval of the county’s 2027 budget and more than $883,000 in senior millage funding allocations during…

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MCC announces homecoming activities, court

October 9, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School will celebrate homecoming Oct. 12-17 with…

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Undaunted/Pere Marquette 41 returns to Ludington

October 9, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The articulated tug/barge Undaunted/Pere Marquette…

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West Shore Bank earns 5-star rating from BauerFinancial

October 9, 2026

LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has earned BauerFinancial Inc.’s highest rating of 5-Star Superior, recognizing the bank’s financial strength and stability. BauerFinancial, based in Coral Gables, Fla., has analyzed and…

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Recent death: Dorothy Manley, 98, of Ludington

October 9, 2026

Dorothy Manley, 98, of Ludington, died on Friday, October 9, 2026. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral and Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville. Listing of 2026…

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Recent death: Thomas Allison Kintner, 75, of Custer

October 9, 2026

  Thomas Allison Kintner, 75, of Custer, died on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Employment: High School Counselor, Shelby Public Schools

October 9, 2026

Shelby Public Schools is accepting applications for a high school counselor at Shelby High School. Applicants must have a master’s degree in guidance and counseling and hold the appropriate certification.…

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