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Paul Behm: A lifetime on the lakes, tested by one storm

September 30, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media.  Masters of the Ludington Steamers Stories of Ludington’s cross-lake rail fleet captains and other port mariners By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On the afternoon of Jan. 12, 1926, Pere Marquette 18 (II) cleared Ludington for Manitowoc, Wisconsin, with Capt. Paul Behm on the bridge…

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Van Nortwicks celebrate 60 years of marriage

September 30, 2026

Thomas and Janice Van Nortwick were married October 1 , 1966 in Ludington at the St. John’s church in Ludington’s Fourth Ward. They have made home in Riverton Township where they have operated their family farm working beside one another. They were blessed with four…

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Fountain man arrested for domestic violence, property destruction

September 30, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 32-year-old Fountain man was arrested Tuesday, Sept. 29, around 3:30 a.m. in the 6500 block of East Borowski Road “following a 911 call reporting…

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Badger departs in foggy conditions

September 29, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The SS Badger departed for Manitowoc, Wis. in thick fog…

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MCC’s new high school principal brings 30 years of education experience

September 29, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Kate Krieger Watkins, MCP Contributing Writer SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High…

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Ludington teacher receives Michigan Lottery Excellence in Education award

September 29, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington Elementary School first-grade teacher Sarah Kaminski has received an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery. Kaminski was selected for the weekly award, which includes a…

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MCC graduates complete first full Ironman in Wisconsin

September 29, 2026

By Kai Taylor, MCP Sportswriter MADISON, WISCONSIN – This September 14, two recent graduates of Mason County Central completed their first full Ironman race in Madison, Wisconsin. Drake McKay and…

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Employment: Bus Driver, Baldwin Community Schools

September 29, 2026

Baldwin Community Schools is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious bus driver to transport students participating in college coursework, athletics, field trips and other district-sponsored activities. The position includes transporting students…

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Obituary: Dianne L. Gibbons, 82, of Wolf Lake

September 29, 2026

Dianne L. Gibbons passed away peacefully at her home near Wolf Lake early Tuesday, morning, Tuesday, September 29, 2026 one day before her 83rd birthday.  Dianne was born on September 30,…

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Employment: Administrative Assistant, Baldwin Community Schools

September 29, 2026

Baldwin Community Schools is seeking an elementary administrative assistant to provide administrative, clerical and operational support for the elementary school. The position serves as a primary contact for students, parents,…

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Employment: MiSTEM Director

September 29, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a vacancy for a MiSTEM Director. Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant STEM experience required. To view a complete job posting, please visit…

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Public Notice: Regional Materials Management Planning Committee Appointment

September 29, 2026

The Mason County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for an appointment to the Regional Materials Management Planning Committee. The appointment will fill a partial term expiring Dec. 31, 2029.…

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Ludington council to consider $633,525 in public safety, street lighting assessments

September 28, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will consider moving forward Monday evening with two citywide special assessments that would collect a combined $633,525 annually for police and fire protection and…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published Sept. 28, 2026

September 28, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Korissa Michele Bates, 22, receiving and concealing weapons. Offense date: March 30, 2025. Agency:…

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Weekend police news, published Sept. 28, 2026

September 28, 2026

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, Sept. 25, 2026:…

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Recent birth, published Sept. 28, 2026

September 28, 2026

The following birth has been reported: Eloise Ann Stohr, the daughter of Olivia and Riley Stohr of Ludington, was born on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…

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Employment: Instructional Assistants, Mason County Central School District

September 28, 2026

Mason County Central School District is hiring two Upper Elementary Instructional Assistants. To learn more and apply, visit www.mccschools.org and search Job ID No. 690. Application deadline is Oct. 10,…

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Shipwright’s son William Barnett commanded freighters, carferries

September 26, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media.  Masters of the Ludington Steamers Stories of Ludington’s cross-lake rail fleet captains and…

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Recall election against Gurzynski canceled following her death

September 26, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Nov. 3 recall election involving Hamlin Township Trustee Johnaine Gurzynski has been canceled following Gurzynski’s unexpected death Wednesday, Sept. 23. Mason County…

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SS Spartan, the 42, still has a story to tell

September 25, 2026

The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Earlier this week, I was flying my drone…

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Lincoln River Watershed stakeholder meeting scheduled for Oct. 3

September 25, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will host a second stakeholder meeting next month as part of an effort to form a Lincoln River Watershed Council and develop priorities…

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