LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will consider new restrictions on feeding wild animals during its regular meeting Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the city municipal building, 400 S. Harrison St. Council members are scheduled to take up the first reading of Ordinance No. 589-26, which would amend city code to address the feeding of deer and…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old man was sentenced to prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Tuesday, April 21, for convictions of conspiracy to commit armed robbery, conspiracy to commit second-degree home invasion, methamphetamine/ecstasy possession, felony firearm and third-offense habitual offender. Travis William Malone, 31, conspired with Tyler Austin Hendrickson, 31, to commit the armed robbery, said…
“He calls her and says, ‘You ratted me out to the police. If I don’t get these charges kicked, I promise I’m going to have you killed.’” By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 27-year-old man convicted of multiple felonies for drug dealing and crimes in connection to threatening to kill an undercover narcotics officer who he thought was…
LUDINGTON — Ludington High School has announced the recipients of the American Citizenship Award for Trimester 2 of the 2025-26 school year. The award, presented in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, recognizes students who demonstrate strong character, leadership and commitment to their school and community. Recipients are selected based on their actions and attitudes, including positive…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old Ludington man was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy after allegedly shoplifting at Walmart on US 10 and attempting to flee the scene Thursday, April 23, around 1:30 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.…
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. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central struggled to find footing on both sides of the ball Thursday as Montague’s offense powered a doubleheader sweep over the Spartans. Montague defeated MCC 11-1…
The following births have been reported: Thomas Lane Deppner, the son of Haley Fisk and Nicholas Deppner of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Arlo Jacob Lesinski, the son of Gabrielle and Jacob Lesinski of Pentwater, was born on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025…
Donald “Donnie” Lawrence Martin, 53, of Ludington, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 22, 2026, after post-surgery complications. He was born December 14, 1972, in Ludington, the son of George Martin Jr. and Janice (Rutowski) Martin. Donnie grew up in the Fourth Ward where Copeyon Park was a favorite hangout. He attended Ludington High School and afterwards went to work at…
A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be held for Marjorie Elaine Morang, who passed away on January 20, 2026, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at St. John Cantius Catholic Church in Free Soil, with Rev. Jacob Zemaitis presiding. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central School District Borad of Education will interview four candidates next month as the district moves forward in selecting its next superintendent. Included in the list is MCC High School Principal Jeff Tuka. The board received 12 applications for the position and has invited four finalists for interviews, according to a…
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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sportswriter LUDINGTON — The Orioles dropped to 5-6 on the season after being overpowered by Fruitport in a two-game series. Ludington lost the first game 10-3 and the second 12-1. Coach…
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. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central split the difference between sloppy and sharp Thursday, using a late push to edge Montague 9-8 in the opener before cruising to a 12-0 win…
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. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County Central opened the West Michigan Conference Rivers Division golf season with a fifth-place finish Wednesday at the first jamboree of the year, hosted by the Spartans at Lakeside Links.…
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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sportswriter MONTAGUE — Mason County Central brought its A-game in a doubleheader against the Wildcats on Thursday, winning both games by a combined 35 runs. In Game 1, Brooke Hawke took…
LUDINGTON — Volunteers are being sought to help carry on one of the community’s most recognizable summer traditions as preparations begin for the 39th annual Ludington Petunia Parade. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, when participants will gather at 8 a.m. to plant approximately 32,000 red, white and blue petunias along Ludington Avenue and at the city marina.…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Muddy Fox Trot, a family-friendly 5K mud run featuring a boot camp-style obstacle course, will return for its 11th year Saturday, July 18, at West Shore Community College. Course flights are scheduled to begin as early as 9:30 a.m. on…
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. CUSTER — Mason County Eastern battled through seven innings but came up short in a 5-2 loss to Frankfort in the opener of a doubleheader Thursday. The Cardinals took a 2-0 lead in the fourth…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief EDEN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a 1,600-square-foot pole barn Thursday morning near Pleiness Lake. Firefighters were dispatched to 1258 E. Lone Pine Road at 5:49 a.m. Upon arrival, the building was fully engulfed in flames. Mason-Oceana 911 received several calls about the fire. The property owner, Michael Seildman, told firefighters he was not home at the…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. OTSEGO — The Mason County Central High School Symphonic Band, under the direction of Brian Parent, earned top honors at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association State Band Festival held Thursday at Otsego High School. The MCC high school symphonic band received…
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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Writer LUDINGTON — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Ravenna Bulldogs 4-0 on Thursday, improving to 4-0 in conference play and 5-5-1 overall. Hestyn Stowe and Grace Forfinski scored for Ludington,…
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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Writer MANISTEE — Mason County Eastern earned a doubleheader sweep over Manistee on Wednesday, winning 18-7 and 20-1. Miley Kessel pitched Game 1 for the Cardinals, striking out eight batters…
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