MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. MANISTEE — The Ludington Orioles wrestling team picked up two dual meet wins Wednesday, Jan. 7, defeating Fremont 42–36 and Manistee 49–5. Ludington secured key points throughout both matches, with several wrestlers…
Employment: Cook, Shelby Public Schools Shelby Public Schools is hiring a cook to work weekdays between 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Qualifications: High school diploma Knowledge and experience in USDA Food Service programs Knowledge and experience in food preparation, inventory, and food service Proficiency in Meal Magic Excellent communication, organizational and teamwork skills Must possess patience, attention to detail, and…
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…
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.”…
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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Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. Ray was born on September 13, 1936, in Manistee, the son of Edwin and Elsie (Hiipakka) Krause. Born with a dry sense of humor and a robust personality, Ray was known for his strength, honesty, caring nature, and generosity. He attended Manistee High School before deciding to…
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,…
Elijah Abraham Collins Jr., died on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Big Rapids. Born July 14, 1939, in Radford, Virginia, Elijah was the son of the late Elijah Abraham Collins Sr. and Ethel (Robinson) Collins. Elijah’s final resting place will be at Brookside Cemetery in Scottville. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of…
Gladys Marie McKinney, 75, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP…
Employment: Food Service Position, MCC Schools Mason County Central Schools has an opening in its food service department. Duties may include: Food preparation Meal serving Senior citizen meal delivery Genreal clean-up For details and to apply, visit www.mccschools.org, Job ID #640. EOE This is a paid posting. Published until Jan. 22, 2026
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — While repairs are still underway following an early December fire, Baker Ford of Ludington is back open. On Dec. 2 a furnace caught fire at the dealership, 3045 W. US 10-31. While nobody was hurt and personnel from Scottville Fire Department were able to quickly extinguish the fire, which was limited to the…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. SCOTTVILLE — West Michigan Christian defeated Mason County Central Tuesday night, Jan. 6, 52-38. “It was a close game all the way through until the last three minutes,” MCC Coach Chris VanderHaag…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. LUDINGTON — Ludington defeated Traverse City St. Francis Tuesday, Jan. 6, 70-54, keeping their winning streak going. “We had a huge first quarter jumping out to a 23-9 lead,” said LHS Coach…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. MUSKEGON — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Orchard View Cardinals 41-17 in their return from winter break Tuesday, Jan. 6. “It was great to get out and play and get a conference…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. SHELBY — The Shelby Tigers defeated Mason County Central 57-26 in post-winter break conference play Tuesday night, Jan. 6. “We played a great first half and a poor second half,” said MCC…
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: Monday, Jan. 5, 2026: 12:54 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), vehicle slide-off, no damage or injury, US 31 freeway at the 160 mile marker, Summit Township. 4:45 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Custer…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. MUSKEGON — Both Ludington High School bowling teams had a tough night against the Ravenna Bulldogs. The boys team lost 27.5-2.5 and the girls team lost 29-1. Competition Monday, Jan. 5 was…
Collin Bradley Cox, the son of Erin and Christopher Cox of Scottville, was born on Friday, January 2, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births __________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will…
The following are closed on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026: Schools Baldwin Community School Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy, Scottville Flipstar Gymnastics Fountain Child Development Center Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area School District Mason County Central School District, including Victory Early Childhood Center Mason County Eastern School District West Shore Educational Service District Development Center and Summit…
Joyce Ellen Stong, 81, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Joyce, affectionally known as Moma, was born on September 28, 1944, the daughter of the late, Milo and Beulah (Boldry) Echlin. Before her 40th birthday, she went back to school and obtained her diploma in 1984 from Mason County Central, something she was very proud of. On…
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