LUDINGTON — Women Who Care of Mason County recently presented donations totaling more than $18,000 to two area nonprofit organizations serving residents in Mason, Lake and Oceana counties. The local women’s philanthropic group donated $9,520 to Mason County Life Recovery and $8,985 to Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters, known as COVE. Women Who Care of Mason County raises money each quarter…
CUSTER — A cornhole tournament fundraiser aimed at helping light the MCE School ball field is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, at St. Mary’s Field. The event begins at 1 p.m. and will feature two tournaments under the theme “Two tournaments, one bright idea.” The…
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, May 22, 2026: 11:29 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), larceny, 4800 block of West US 10,…
The following births have been reported: Brian Michael Sheffield III, the son of Kari and Brian Sheffield II of Fountain, was born on Friday, May 22, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred…
Employment: Bus Driver West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a garage in the 800 block of East Sugar Grove Road Monday afternoon. Fire departments were called to the scene at 2:38 p.m. Responding Mason…
SCOTTVILLE — Emergency personnel were dispatched to a water emergency on the Pere Marquette River Monday afternoon. Initial dispatch reports stated up to seven people had capsized from kayaks on…
Editor’s Note: Several holidays exist to honor our veterans and active duty military personnel, Veterans Day on Nov. 11, and Armed Forces Day, May 17. But, Memorial Day is set…
This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief As I continue my quest to research and…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School graduated…
Photos by Jeff Kiessel, MCP contributor LUDINGTON — Ludington High School graduated 144 seniors on Friday during the commencement ceremony held at Hawley Gymnasium. ______________________________ Please Support Local News…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. WHITECLOUD — Mason County Eastern…
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Muralt, formerly of Ludington, who passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Bradenton Fla. Michael was born…
Charlotte Mae Shanks, 89, of Ludington, died on Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026…
MUSKEGON — Miss Ludington Area 2026 Ashley McPike will compete for the title of Miss Michigan 2026 during the Miss Michigan Scholarship Program Preliminary Competition June 18-20 at the Frauenthal…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 38-year-old Free Soil woman was arrested Thursday, May 21, by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on charges related to child abuse and possession of methamphetamine following…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office and Ludington Police Department reported the following activity:…
Anthony “Tony” Nelson Cole, 55, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Tony was born on Feb. 12, 1971, in Ludington, the son of Charles and Cheryl Cole.…
Neta Jean Jewett, known affectionately to all as “Jean,” passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the age of 95. A resident of Ludington, Jean was born on…
The following births have been reported: Iris Kena Dougherty, the daughter of Biorna and Michael Dougherty of Ludington, was born on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…
Employment: High School Principal Mason County Central School District is hiring a High School Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID…
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