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 finished sixth Monday at the sixth West Michigan Conference Rivers Division boys golf jamboree held at Oceana Golf Course. The Spartans posted a team score of 210. Host Shelby won…

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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 slated for June 12-17. “The helicopters will be flying lower than usual near the transmission lines during these inspections, which is no cause for concern for area residents,” states a…

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FiveCAP will hold a free garden workshop May 27

May 19, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — FiveCAP Inc. will hold its annual Mason County garden workshop at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, at the FiveCAP Johnson Road Warehouse. The workshop, led by an MSU-trained master gardener, will offer tips on growing vegetables in small backyard gardens or containers. Participants will receive vegetable plants, including broccoli, peppers, cabbage, snow peas, cucumbers, tomatoes, green beans, squash…

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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 out the regular season Monday with a 3-1 loss to North Muskegon in a West Michigan Conference girls soccer matchup. The Orioles finished the regular season with a 12-6-1 overall…

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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 School hosted its invitational Monday at Lincoln Hills Golf Club, with the Orioles battling through difficult conditions to earn a third-place finish in a competitive 15-team field. Forest Hills Central…

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Recent death: Anthony “Tony” Nelson Cole, 55, of Ludington

May 19, 2026

  Anthony “Tony” Nelson Cole, 55, of Ludington, died on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. 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…

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Recent death: Judith Louise Haldeman, 86, of Ludington

May 19, 2026

  Judith Louise Haldeman, 86, of Ludington, died on Friday, May 15, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. 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…

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Public Notice: Michigan DNR, Pere Marquette River

May 19, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESSTATE NATURAL RIVER ZONING REVIEW BOARDPERE MARQUETTE RIVER Notice is hereby given that the Michigan Department of Natural Resources State Natural River Zoning Review Board will hold a public hearing on the following variance applications: Lisha Curry and Michael Bennett (File No. PM2026012V), property located at 6489 S. Taylor Rd., Logan Township, Mason County,…

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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 process that concluded Monday evening. Tuka will become the first alumnus of the school district’s 138 year history to serve as superintendent. The Mason County Central Board of Education voted…

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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. The Raymond Schulte Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to 68 students from across Michigan, including 25 local students. More than $12,500 in scholarships are being awarded to students attending Blue…

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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 Commission to offer an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences degree in fire science. The approval was granted May 12 by the Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission,…

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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 start of summer in downtown Ludington. Highlights of the annual festivities include a street party, classic car show and Blessing of the Boats, all honoring the spirit and charm of…

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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 in startup funds. Five finalists will each present a five-minute pitch Aug. 11 at Epworth Heights. Entrepreneurs with a new or existing business idea may apply now. No formal business…

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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 15, 2026: 10:03 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, Pere Marquette Township. 10:57 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 38-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving while license suspended, Ludington Avenue…

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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 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…

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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 younger siblings Martha and William, Jr., as her father was the groundskeeper. She graduated from the Cook County School of Nursing in Chicago, as a registered nurse: a lifelong passion…

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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. 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…

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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 and Bernadine (Lehr) Hanson. He was a 1952 graduate of Manistee High School, and went on to further his education, obtaining an associate degree in business. In 1954, he was…

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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 Marlin Olson will be officiating. All friends and family are welcome to attend. A luncheon will be held at Apostolic Christian Tabernacle Church in Ludington immediately following. Memorial contributions may…

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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 website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled.  The West Shore…

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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 is a paid posting. Published until June 2, 2026 

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