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Man attempts to invade home, wields knife, fights with deputies

September 22, 2026

SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old Evert, Mich. man was arrested early Monday morning, Sept. 21, following a crime spree that involved attempting to kick in a residential door at one location; wielding a knife at the US 31 rest area; and fighting with Mason County sheriff’s deputies, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The attempted breaking and entering was reported…

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Georgia man arrested for OWI following crash

September 22, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 61-year-old Marietta, Ga. man was arrested for operating while intoxicated following a single-vehicle crash on Marquette Highway south of US 10 Monday, Sept.…

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Olive L. Moore/Menominee brings 172 years of maritime history to Ludington

September 21, 2026

This MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — One of the oldest working vessel combinations on the Great Lakes arrived in Ludington Monday morning, Sept. 21, as the tug Olive L.…

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Hamlin voters to decide two recall races, clerk seat Nov. 3

September 21, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Hamlin Township voters will decide races for treasurer and trustee in two recall elections Tuesday, Nov. 3, along with filling the township clerk…

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Six candidates seek four seats on MCC school board

September 21, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Six candidates are seeking four seats on the Mason County Central Schools Board of Education in the Nov. 3 general election. The candidates are…

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Seven candidates seek three Ludington school board seats

September 21, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Seven candidates are seeking three seats on the Ludington Area School District Board of Education in the Nov. 3 General Election. The candidates are…

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Mason-Lake Conservation District seeks volunteers for fall river sampling

September 21, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Conservation District is seeking volunteers to help monitor the health of three area rivers during its annual fall macroinvertebrate sampling program in October. Sampling will take…

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Ludington school board to consider strategic planning proposals

September 21, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education will consider proposals from three organizations to develop a new strategic plan for the district when it meets today, Monday,…

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U-turn attempt causes injury crash

September 21, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 24-year-old Ludington man received non-life-threatening injuries after a vehicle…

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Recent death: Harry Richard “Dick” Smith, 90, of Ludington

September 21, 2026

  Harry Richard “Dick” Smith, 90, of Ludington, died on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025…

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Legal notice: Parental rights termination hearing

September 21, 2026

Legal notice STATE OF MICHIGANJUDICIAL CIRCUIT – FAMILY DIVISIONMASON COUNTY Case No. 24-000019-NA PUBLICATION OF PARENTAL-RIGHTS TERMINATION HEARING TO: KEVIN LITWILLER IN THE MATTER OF: ABIGAIL LITWILLER-PORTER A hearing regarding…

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Capt. Con McCauley faced fire, ice and tragedy during 40 years on the Great Lakes

September 19, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media.  Masters of the PM Steamers Stories of Ludington’s cross-lake rail fleet captains and…

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19-year-old Ludington man arrested following home invasion, vehicle theft

September 19, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 19-year-old Ludington man was arrested Saturday morning following an investigation into a home invasion, attempted break-ins and a stolen vehicle. Ludington Police Department officers responded about 6:43…

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Obituary: Dorothy Francis Snow Karpenske, 83, of Fountain

September 19, 2026

Dorothy Francis Snow Karpenske, 83, of Fountain, formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 11, 1943, in…

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MCC board to hear update on new state literacy requirements

September 18, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central administrators are preparing for new state literacy and dyslexia requirements that will affect student screening, reading curriculum and teacher training. The Board of Education will…

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Conservation working group to meet Tuesday in Scottville

September 18, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will host a Conservation Local Working Group meeting from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Scottville Library, 204 E. State St.…

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WSCC board to consider strategic value resolution, discuss facilities master plan

September 18, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees will consider a resolution tied to state funding and discuss the college’s facilities master plan when it meets Monday,…

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WSCC HumanKind event to explore AI, mental health

September 18, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will explore the growing intersection of artificial…

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County committee to consider Oakview millage request Tuesday

September 18, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Mason County Finance, Personnel and Rules Committee will consider the 2027 Oakview Medical Care Facility millage levy, several employee-related requests and county building improvements when…

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Monona Drive closure planned for sewer repairs

September 18, 2026

LUDINGTON — A portion of Monona Drive will be closed Tuesday, Sept. 22, while City of Ludington crews perform repairs to sewer utility structures near Bryant Road. The city’s Utility…

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Employment: Finance Director, City of Ludington

September 18, 2026

The City of Ludington is seeking an experienced Finance Director to oversee the City’s financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, reporting, payroll, and compliance. For the complete job description and application information, visit www.ludington.mi.us. Apply by…

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