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Fire destroys pole barn near Pleiness Lake

April 23, 2026

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…

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MCC High School Band receives top honors at state festival

April 23, 2026

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…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Ludington blanks Ravenna, improves to 4-0 in conference

April 23, 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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Writer LUDINGTON — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Ravenna Bulldogs 4-0 on Thursday, improving to…

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Varsity Softball: MCE overpowers Manistee in two game series

April 23, 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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports…

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Varsity Girls Tennis: Orioles dominate Manistee in 7-1 win

April 23, 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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports…

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Obituary: Roger Clinton Bailey, 90, of Pentwater

April 23, 2026

Roger Clinton Bailey of Pentwater passed peacefully at the age of 90 on Friday, April 17, 2026. He was with his beautiful bride Ruth. They were married for nearly 63…

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Fin & Feather Club offering CPL class

April 23, 2026

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be offering a concealed pistol license (CPL) class on Friday, May 1 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and…

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Obituary: Robert Lee Flint, 81, of Fountain

April 23, 2026

Robert Lee Flint, 81, of Fountain, passed away on Mondy, April 20, 2026. He was born on May 6, 1944 in Cadillac, to Murle and Mary Flint. Robert was raised…

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Recent death: Starr Patsy Avra, 74, of Ludington

April 23, 2026

  Starr Patsy Avra, 74, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Showcasing Summit Tech Center

April 22, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Summit Tech Center held…

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MCE Athletic Boosters auction is Saturday

April 22, 2026

FOUNTAIN — The Mason County Eastern Athletic Boosters Club will hold its 31st annual auction Saturday, April 24, at Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St. The event is the…

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Varsity Girls Track & Field: MCC girls top Holton, fall to Hart in WMC tri-meet

April 22, 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. HART — Mason County Central’s…

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Varsity Boys Track: Spartans split conference dual, fall to Hart

April 22, 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. HART — The Mason County…

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Varsity track: LHS girls sweep Oakridge tri-meet; boys fall to Whitehall, Oakridge

April 22, 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. OAKRIDGE — The Ludington Orioles…

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Obituary: Lavern Donald Sobieralskim, 85, of Ludington

April 22, 2026

Lavern Donald Sobieralskim, 85, of Ludington, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. He was born on September 15, 1940, to Joseph and Olga Sobieralski. He…

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Obituary: Robert Donald Vandervest, 90, of Ludington

April 22, 2026

Robert Donald Vandervest, 90, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Born on February 15, 1936, in Ludington, he was a lifelong resident of the area. Robert was…

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Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher

April 22, 2026

Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School Math Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com …

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Employment: Deputy Clerk, Mason County

April 22, 2026

Employment: Deputy Clerk The Mason County Clerk’s office has an opening for a full-time Deputy Clerical position. The primary responsibilities include Elections and Concealed Pistol Licensing.  Other duties may include…

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LASD to offer Walker superintendent position

April 21, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education is offering the position of its next superintendent to Travis Walker. On Tuesday, the board hosted…

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Flipstar dominates AAU state meet, wins six team titles

April 21, 2026

LOWELL — Flipstar Gymnastics of Ludington delivered one of the most dominant performances in program history Saturday, April 18 at Lowell High School, capturing six team championships and posting record-setting…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published April 21, 2026

April 21, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Nickolaus Charles Weber, 31, pleaded guilty Feb. 17, 2026 to third-degree fleeing a police officer, assaulting/resisting/obstructing police…

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