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Historical Society’s 2026 Speaker Series kicks off semiquincentennial events

January 7, 2026

  LUDINGTON — Launching Mason County’s celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Mason County Historical Society launches its 2026 Speaker Series on Wednesday, Jan. 14. Throughout the year, the historical society will observe events commemorating special events that have occurred throughout the history of the nation with…

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Deputies investigate rash of car break–ins 

January 7, 2026

A string of vehicle break-ins reported Tuesday, Jan. 6, are being investigated by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. The first theft was reported at 5 a.m. on Goff Road in Branch Township. “The complainant reported two vehicles were broken into during the night,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “A neighbor also reported a vehicle entered and personal belongings stolen.”…

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No injuries in vehicle vs. train crash

January 7, 2026

SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old Branch man was unharmed after the vehicle he was operating westbound on Sugar Grove Road west of Morse Road slid on the icy road into the path of a train Tuesday, Jan. 6, shortly after 5 a.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive daily MCP and…

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Receive the MCP Daily Briefing via email for 33 cents a day

January 7, 2026

For 33 cents a day you can receive the Mason County Press/Oceana County Press Daily Briefing via email.  The Daily Briefing, sent out each weekday afternoon, includes the day’s headlines with links to the stories. Special breaking news and sports emails are also sent to subscribers. The cost is $10 per month, which is about 33 cents per day —…

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Closings and cancellations, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026

January 7, 2026

The following are closed on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 Schools Baldwin Community School   ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you with free local news.  Payment can be made monthly via credit card,…

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