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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief All three of Mason County’s public school districts are reporting declining student enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year, reflecting a statewide trend attributed largely to declining birth rates and changing population demographics. Mason County Central School District, Ludington Area School District and Mason County Eastern School District have each reported decreases in enrollment compared to fall…
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 ABOARD THE SS WILFRED SYKES — For Matt Uhlbeck of Buckley, steering a 678-foot Great Lakes freighter is more than a job. It is the realization of a childhood dream and a step toward a career as…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village will conclude its 2026 season Saturday, Oct. 17, with its annual Village Trick-or-Treat event from 2 to 5 p.m. Families are encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating throughout the village’s historic buildings. Admission will be discounted 50% for all guests during the event, from 2 to…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Board of Trustees will consider a facilities master plan Monday, Oct. 19, that identifies five priorities for future campus improvements, including student housing, a new fieldhouse and expanded public safety training facilities. The board will meet at 4 p.m. in the John M. Eaton Board Room in the Administrative…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Fall enrollment at West Shore Community College has declined 4.9% compared to last year, ending three consecutive years of enrollment growth, according to a report scheduled to be presented to the college’s Board of Trustees Monday, Oct. 19. The board will meet at 4 p.m. in the John M. Eaton Board Room, located…
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