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Shop with a Cop/Hero Pie Auction to help provide Christmas for 75 families

November 10, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The annual Shop with a Cop/Shop with a Hero Pie Auction will take place Wednesday, Nov. 25, raising money to help make Christmas brighter for local children and their families. This year, organizers hope to assist at least 75 Mason County families through the holiday program. The online auction is one of the program’s…

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Oceana County Education Center celebrates grand opening

November 10, 2026

The facility is a ‘one-stop shop’ for education, workforce development and community services  WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — West Shore Community College’s Oceana…

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Backstage Hobbies break-in suspect arraigned

November 10, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old man accused of breaking into Backstage Hobbies and Games, Oct. 20, was arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court on a felony charge of breaking and entering a building with intent and a misdemeanor of malicious destruction of a building. Brayden…

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Police news, published Nov. 10, 2026

November 10, 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 Monday, Nov. 9, 2026: 8:33…

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Emergency sewer repairs underway at Melendy, Staffon intersection

November 10, 2026

LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington is conducting emergency repairs to the municipal sanitary sewer system at the intersection of East Melendy and South Staffon streets. John Lenio, utility maintenance…

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Recent birth, published Nov. 10, 2026

November 10, 2026

The following birth has been reported: Cassian Creed Sayger, the son of Anastasia Morgan and Colt Sayger of Ludington, was born on Monday, October 9, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…

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Obituary: Thomas George Shafer, 96, of Ludington, formerly of Scottville

November 10, 2026

Thomas George Shafer, 96, of Ludington, formerly of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Tom was born on August 7, 1930, in Iron Mountain, the son of the…

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Billboards along US 10 to connect veterans with emergency assistance

November 9, 2026

LUDINGTON — New billboards along US 10 between Ludington and Scottville will help connect local military veterans and their families with emergency financial assistance available through the Mason County Veterans…

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Spectrum internet disruptions affect Mason County businesses Monday

November 9, 2026

LUDINGTON — Several Mason County businesses experienced problems with Spectrum internet service Monday, Nov. 9, as reports of widespread connectivity issues emerged across Michigan and other parts of the country.…

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West Shore Wolves 12U B team wins Camo Shootout championship

November 9, 2026

ST. IGNACE — The West Shore Wolves 12U B hockey team captured the Camo Shootout Tournament championship over the weekend, allowing just two goals throughout the tournament. The Wolves relied…

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Bartender assaulted with brass knuckles

November 9, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WEARE TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — A female bartender was reportedly assaulted over the weekend by a woman with brass knuckles at Murphy’s Tavern, receiving several…

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Last call to register for Thursday’s West Shore Business and Economic Summit

November 9, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Area business leaders and professionals are encouraged to register for the West Shore Business and Economic Summit, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 12, at West Shore Community College.…

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Police news, published Nov. 9, 2026

November 9, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Nov.…

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WSCC workshop to explore family memories through art, AI

November 9, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will host a free community art workshop Thursday, Nov. 12, as part of its HumanKind Series, featuring Turkish-American artist Hale Ekinci. The workshop,…

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Obituary: Ronnie Melchert, II, of Grant Township

November 9, 2026

Ronnie Melchert II, a cherished son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was born on February 1, 1960, in the quaint town of , Manistee Michigan, to Ron and Norma Melchert…

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Employment: County Drain Maintenance Technician

November 9, 2026

The County of Mason is seeking a qualified individual for a County Drain Maintenance Technician position with the Mason County Drain Commissioner’s Office.  Individuals applying for this position must be…

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A lifetime of answering the call: Grant fire chief Ron Melchert dies at 66

November 8, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief GRANT TOWNSHIP — Long before Ron Melchert II wore a fire chief’s helmet, he was helping build the fire station where he would spend nearly five…

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Maritime historian Valerie van Heest to speak at historical society’s annual meeting

November 8, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Maritime historian, author and shipwreck explorer Valerie van Heest, whose work has helped shape the visitor experience at all three Mason County…

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Capt. Alfred Londry refused to challenge the Armistice Day Storm

November 7, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, and the Mason County Historical Society. Masters of the Ludington Steamers Stories of Ludington’s cross-lake rail fleet captains and other…

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From a trucker’s son to a Great Lakes sailor: Third mate finds his calling aboard Northern Venture

November 6, 2026

This MCP Maritime Journal is presented by Great Lakes Boat Blog by Rob Alway. Please consider subscribing to www.greatlakesboatblog.com for an exclusive page about the story of the maritime industry…

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Suspect arrested in Ludington store break-in

November 6, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an Oct. 20 breaking and entering at Backstage Hobbies and Games, according to the Ludington Police Department. Ludington Police…

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