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Three seek Ludington mayor; council races contested

April 24, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Three people are vying for the Ludington mayoral position, while there will also be contested races for three open City Council seats. Only one person filed to run for city clerk. Mayoral candidates are Beth Elliott, Cheri Stibitz and Carol Hoekstra. Current Mayor Mark Barnett announced earlier this year that he will not seek…

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Man sent to prison for conspiracy to commit armed robbery

April 24, 2026

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…

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Drug dealer who threatened to kill SSCENT officer sentenced to prison

April 24, 2026

“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…

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Walmart shoplifting suspect attempts to flee, resist arrest

April 24, 2026

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…

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MCC board to interview 5 for superintendent including high school principal Tuka

April 23, 2026

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…

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Varsity Softball: Orioles drop doubleheader to Fruitport

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 Sportswriter…

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Varsity Softball: MCC defeats Montague in tight doubleheader at home

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. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief…

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Varsity Golf: Central finishes 5th in home WMC golf jamboree

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. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason…

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JV Softball: MCC beats Montague in dominant fashion

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 Sportswriter…

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Petunia Parade seeking volunteers

April 23, 2026

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…

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Muddy Fox Trot returns to WSCC campus for 11th year July 18

April 23, 2026

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…

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Varsity Softball: Cardinals fall to Frankfort in doubleheader

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. CUSTER — Mason County Eastern…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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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Obituary: Marilyn Kay Greiner, 86, of Ludington

April 23, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marilyn Kay Greiner, 86 years old of Ludington, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. She passed away quietly at home…

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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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Recent death: Esther Joan Johnson, 88, of Ludington

April 23, 2026

  Esther Joan Johnson, 88, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral…

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