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Police news, published May 19, 2026

May 19, 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 Monday, May 18, 2026: 4:04 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 43-year-old Ludington man was arrested for probation violation, 400 block of South James Street, City of Ludington. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail.…

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MCC rallies for walk-off win, sweeps Hart in twinbill

May 19, 2026

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. HART — Mason County Central rallied in dramatic fashion to complete a suspended game and carried the momentum into a…

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MCC JV rallies past Eastern varsity in softball doubleheader

May 19, 2026

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. CUSTER — Mason County Central’s junior varsity softball team rallied late in both games Monday, sweeping Mason County Eastern in…

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MCC golfers finish 6th at Shelby jamboree

May 19, 2026

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. SHELBY — Mason County Central…

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Helicopter inspections of power lines set for June 12-17

May 19, 2026

MASON COUNTY – ITC will conduct aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures, lines and equipment in Michigan from May 27-June 30, weather permitting.  In Mason County, the inspections are…

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North Muskegon tops Orioles 3-1 in regular-season soccer finale

May 19, 2026

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. NORTH MUSKEGON — Ludington closed…

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Ludington boys golf team places third at home invitational

May 19, 2026

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. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Ludington High…

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MCC to offer Tuka superintendent position

May 18, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School Principal Jeff Tuka has been selected as the next superintendent of Mason County Central Schools following a public interview…

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Scottville Clown Band to award $20,000 in summer music program scholarships

May 18, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band has announced it will award $20,000 in scholarships to middle school and high school music students attending summer arts programs.…

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WSCC to offer associate degree in fire science

May 18, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has received approval from the Higher Learning…

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Love Ludington Weekend begins June 5

May 18, 2026

Street party, car show, Blessing of the Boats, historic home tours and more planned LUDINGTON — Love Ludington Weekend begins June 5 with a lineup of family-friendly events celebrating the…

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Applications being accepted for Momentum 5X5 Competition

May 18, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County and Epworth Heights invite Mason County entrepreneurs to apply for the Momentum 5×5 Competition for a chance to win $5,000…

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Weekend police news, published May 18, 2026

May 18, 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, May…

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Recent births, published May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026

The following births have been reported: Viktor Albert Pleiness, the son of Shelby and Jacob Pleiness of Ludington, was born on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…

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Obituary: D. Dianne Eisenlohr, 80, of Ludington

May 18, 2026

Darlene Dianne Lindenau was born in Ludington on Nov. 29, 1945 to William and Darlene (Topping) Lindenau. Dianne enjoyed many adventures on the Stearns estate as a child with her…

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Recent death: Diane Kay Ryan, 79, of Ludington

May 18, 2026

  Diane Kay Ryan, 79, of Ludington, died on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Obituary: Lyle Ellis Hanson, 91, of Fountain

May 18, 2026

Lyle Ellis Hanson, 91, of Fountain, formerly Saline, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Lyle was born on May 29, 1934, in Manistee, the son of the late Marshall…

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Graveside service for Linda Marlene (Boals) Olson

May 18, 2026

A graveside service for Linda Marlene, who passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, will be held on Friday, May 22 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington. Pastor…

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Employment: GSRP Lead Teacher-Shelby 

May 18, 2026

GSRP Lead Teacher-Shelby West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Lead Teacher. To view a complete job posting, please visit our…

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Employment: Indian Summer, full time and seasonal

May 18, 2026

Indian summer is hiring for various positions, full time and seasonal including forklift operators, warehouse employees, and over-the-road drivers (CDL required). Apply in person: 3958 E. Chauvez Rd., Ludington. This…

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Busy day at port, Prime returns

May 17, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Prime…

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