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County officials tour facilities as they consider future space, security needs

October 23, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Members of the Mason County Board of Commissioners, the county’s Facilities Management and Planning Study Group, and county staff toured several county-owned properties Friday, Oct. 23, as part of an ongoing effort to evaluate the condition of county facilities and determine future needs. Among the county’s biggest concerns are space limitations at the Mason…

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Great Lakes Boat Blog: Telling the stories of the ships and people of the Great Lakes

October 23, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Nearly 15 years ago, I launched Mason County Press in an effort to bring another news source to our area. Those of you who regularly follow MCP are probably aware that I have a keen interest in local history, particularly maritime…

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Dense fog advisory in effect until 10 a.m. Friday

October 23, 2026

The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a dense fog advisory for Oceana, Mason, Clare and Osceola counties until 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23. Visibility will be ¼ mile or less in dense fog, making driving conditions hazardous. Slow down, use your low-beam…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published Oct. 23, 2026

October 23, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Victor Clarence Adamczak, year of birth 1973*, felony firearm and receiving and concealing firearms.…

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Traffic Alert: Multiple vehicle crash, US 31 and Sugar Grove Rd.

October 23, 2026

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — 4:50 p.m.: Report of a multi-vehicle crash at US 31 and Sugar Grove Road. US 31 has been closed in that vicinity.  

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Ludington to revisit paid parking at Stearns Park, waterfront lots

October 22, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — In another effort to make up for lost revenue, Ludington City Council is now re-exploring charging non-residents for parking at Stearns Park and several…

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Manistee Harbor Tours to offer final cruises of season with fall color tours

October 22, 2026

  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — Manistee Harbor Tours will wrap up its 2026 sailing season with special fall color cruises aboard the Princess of Manistee this weekend and…

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Ludington library to show ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ for teens

October 22, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library will show “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” on Friday, Nov. 6, at the Ludington Library. The movie and lunch will begin at 12:30…

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Stojic appointed new Sandcastles Children’s Museum executive director

October 22, 2026

LUDINGTON — Kelli Stojic has been named executive director of Sandcastles Children’s Museum, effective Nov. 1. Stojic has served on the museum’s board of directors since 2019, including leading the…

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WSCC offers free trial week for community fitness classes

October 22, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will offer a free trial week for its community group fitness classes Oct. 25-31, giving participants an opportunity to try a variety of…

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Partnership seeks funding for 24 classroom libraries

October 22, 2026

West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. LUDINGTON — A partnership among several west Michigan…

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Recent birth, published Oct. 22, 2026

October 22, 2026

The following birth has been reported: Lorelai River Vanderpool, the daughter of Haley and Cole Vanderpool of Branch, was born on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…

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Employment: Bus Drivers

October 22, 2026

Ludington Mass Transit Authority (LMTA) is currently hiring part-time Dial-A-Ride drivers to work 20 to 30 hours per week starting at $20.85 per hour. Must be available to work various…

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Employment: KickStart to Career Program Coordinator

October 22, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a vacancy for a KickStart to Career Program Coordinator (employed by EduStaff). Bachelor’s degree and or equivalent experience required. To view a complete job…

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Recent death: Carl Wayne Wilson, 47, of Ionia

October 22, 2026

  Carl Wayne Wilson, 47, of Ionia, formerly of Ludington, died on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing…

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Man, 79, sent to prison for child porn possession

October 21, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 79-year-old man was sentenced to 50 months (four years and two months) to 10 years in prison for a conviction of aggravated…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published Oct. 21, 2026

October 21, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Arthur Patrick Williams, 58, pleaded guilty Aug. 4 to third-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Oct.…

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Letter: Enough is enough; Ludington must rebuild trust

October 21, 2026

Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not…

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Police news, published Oct. 21, 2026

October 21, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026: 1:36…

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Obituary: Darlene Nielsen, 89, of Ludington

October 21, 2026

Darlene Ann (Fauble) Nielsen, 89, of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Darlene was born on July 11, 1937, in Onekama, the daughter of the late Arlie and…

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Public Notice: Mason County Commission Facility Tour

October 21, 2026

Public Notice: MASON COUNTY NOTICE OF COUNTY COMMISSION FACILITY TOUR WITH BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & STUDY GROUP PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Mason County Board of Commissioners…

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