By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old man, whose alias is “Fat Boy,” was sentenced to a minimum of 73 months to 50 years in prison for a conviction of methamphetamine/ecstasy possession in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 24. Eric William Carroll pleaded guilty to the conviction Nov. 18. One count of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 56-year-old man with an extensive criminal history was sentenced to six to 30 years in prison for a conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 24. Jeffrey Clay Young pleaded guilty to the charge and second-offense habitual offender Jan. 13. Clay, who was on parole, committed…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 47-year-old man who was found guilty by a jury last November of a felony charge of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police was sentenced to two to four years in prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 24. David Robert Southern was convicted following a three-day trial, Nov. 14. The jury, however, acquitted Southern…
MCP/OCP 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. TRAVERSE CITY — The Ludington Orioles were defeated by the Traverse City Central Trojans Tuesday 51-43. “Our girls fought hard but ultimately fell short against a talented and well coach Traverse City Central…
MCP/OCP 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. HESPERIA — The Mason County Central Spartans defeated West Michigan Conference Rivers Division opponent Hesperia 43-32 Tuesday. “The weight is off our shoulders,” said MCC Coach Brent Lyon. “It’s been a while…
MCP/OCP 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. BRETHREN — The Brethren Bobcats defeated the Mason County Eastern Cardinals Tuesday, 54-28. “The girls struggled tonight in multiple aspects of the game, however I was pleased with their continued effort to…
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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — One person has died and two others were transported to the hospital following a four vehicle crash that happened on US 10 under the US 31 off-ramp Tuesday morning. Emergency personnel were called to the scene at 8:59 a.m. According to Mason County sheriff’s deputies, the crash occurred when a Toyota Camry sedan,…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Fourteen Flipstar Gymnastics gymnasts traveled to Illinois to compete in the Region 5 Insider Classic Invitational last weekend. It was the first out of state meet for the majority of the local gymnasts. “They walked in the big venue with wide eyes and they did amazing,” said Coach Aimee Goff. The athletes earned 55 medals with…
MCP/OCP 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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Wolves 10U hockey team wrapped up its 2025–2026 season on Sunday, February 22, with a second-place finish in the Adray Silver District Championship Tournament, held at West…
AMBER TOWNSHIP — 9 a.m.: Four vehicle crash on US 10 at the northbound off-ramp of US 31. Use caution while traveling in that area.
LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently on misdemeanor charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Darica Marie Brooks, 27, aggravated assault. Offense date: Jan. 1, 2026. Agency: Ludington Police Department. Bail: $500/cash. Pretrial: April 6 at 9 a.m. Douglas Alan Gardner, 55, second-offense domestic violence. Offense date: Feb. 1, 2026. Agency: Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Bail: $500/personal recognizance…
LUDINGTON — The Community Church of Ludington Scholarship Committee announces that applications for continuing education scholarships are now available. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of achievement, extracurricular activities, educational goals, and financial need. Applicants must have grown up in, or currently reside in, Mason County. Awarded funds are for the purpose of permitting the student to pursue post-secondary…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Right to Life Affiliates of Manistee, Mason and Oceana counties will host their annual High School Oratory Contest on Saturday, March 21 at 10 a.m. at the Lighthouse Baptist Church, 1950 N Jebavy Drive. The contest invites students to research, write and deliver a five to seven minute speech speaking truth with compassion on one of…
Bradley Blood, 80, of Ludington died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Bradley was born the youngest of five children in Honor to Francis and Arline Blood on March 14, 1945. He loved the fact that he could say he was an “Honors High School” graduate. He graduated from Professional Business Institute as a medical laboratory technician in 1964. On April…
Ellis Harmon Rau, the son of Alexa and Gregory Rau of Manistee, was born on Monday, February 23, 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…
MCP/OCP 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 — Mason County Central defeated Holton in the first round of Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 3 District 73 tournament. The Spartans won 74-29, eliminating the Red Devils. “Tonight was…
LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County recently raised over $6 million for its Campaign for Mason County: Building a Stronger Community Together. The foundation’s goal was $5 million. The campaign finished with $3,032,500 in cash gifts and $3,045,000 in planned gifts for a total of $6,077,500. The recent success echoes the community foundation’s history. In 2007, the foundation launched…
SCOTTVILLE — The 34th annual Family AfFAIR will be held on Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mason County Central High School. The free event is open to anyone; children must be accompanied by an adult. This year’s theme is: “Sharing S’More Kindness Builds Strong Families and Communities.” Every year hundreds of people from area businesses…
MANISTEE TOWNSHIP, Manistee Co. — The Polar Plunge fundraiser for Area 24 Special Olympics will take place on Saturday, March 14 at Little River Casino Resort. During the event, participants will have the opportunity to take a refreshing jump in an outdoor pool, all in the name of helping raise money for special athletes. Last year, 100 people took the…
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