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The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years, I have made it a personal mission to tell the stories of the Great Lakes maritime industry and, especially, the people who work aboard its vessels. As someone who has…
MARINETTE, Wis. — Fincantieri, one of the world’s largest shipbuilders, announced plans to invest nearly $100 million in robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced automation at its shipyards around the world, including its three facilities in Wisconsin. The Italian-based company announced Oct. 15 that it was…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central celebrated its homecoming Friday evening with a varsity football victory over Hesperia 59-0. Alexis Sanford was crowned homecoming queen while Justin Resendiz was…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief All three of Mason County’s public school districts are reporting declining student enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year, reflecting a statewide trend attributed largely to declining…
The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief ABOARD THE SS WILFRED SYKES — For…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village will conclude its 2026 season Saturday, Oct. 17, with its annual Village Trick-or-Treat event from 2 to 5 p.m. Families are encouraged…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Board of Trustees will consider a facilities master plan Monday, Oct. 19, that identifies five priorities for future campus…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Fall enrollment at West Shore Community College has declined 4.9% compared to last year, ending three consecutive years of enrollment growth, according to…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Ludington Police Department: Tuesday, Oct. 13,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — The annual Camp Sauble Cages of Carnage haunted attraction continues this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16 and 17, and the following…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Reports from Mason County Central Schools’ elementary principals have identified concerns about student academic performance, attention spans and attendance, while also showing encouraging academic…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s theater department will present “The Wizard of…
The following birth has been reported: Miley Kathryn Howard, the daughter of Jayme and Matthew McCrary-Howard of Pentwater, was born on Friday, October 16, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…
The Mason County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on several county boards and commissions. A total of 11 positions are available. The following appointments are being…
The MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Mason County Historical Society and its Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: For the past several years,…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief BIG RAPIDS — The Mason County Central High School…
A memorial service for H. Richard Smith, who passed away on September 20, 2026, will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — About 91% of Mason County Central High…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College, in partnership with West Shore Bank, the…
Jon Charles Ferguson, 83, passed away peacefully in Ludington on Monday, September 21, 2026, surrounded by the family who adored him,. Jon was born in Ludington on April 8, 1943,…
The following birth has been reported: Oliver Ray Parks, the son of Rayanne Golembiewski and Nolan Newberry of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred…
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