By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The first visit by the American Patriot to Ludington on Friday proved to be a success for both the area and its visitors, giving more than 100 cruise passengers an opportunity to experience Mason County while demonstrating the potential for Great Lakes cruise tourism to become a growing part of the local economy. Approximately…
The 87th Western Michigan Fair opens Tuesday, Aug. 11 and will continue through Saturday, Aug. 15. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — As more family-owned dairy farms continue to disappear from Mason County, the Western Michigan Fair Association is introducing a new exhibit…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee, and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The U.S. Geological Survey research vessel Sturgeon made a stop in Ludington on Friday after visiting Manistee the…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The American Patriot made its debut visit to Ludington Friday. Here are some photographs from the visit. The ship is scheduled to re-visit…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 41-year-old man with an extensive criminal history pleaded no contest to multiple charges, including four counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, in…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The American Patriot arrived in the Port of Ludington about three hours ahead of schedule Friday morning, entering the foggy harbor just after the…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 67-year-old Free Soil man who crashed into a Riverton Township barn, sparking a fire, faces two methamphetamine/ecstasy possession charges. Fred Arthur Christmas…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 23-year-old Iowa man passed out in the grass in the…
The following is activity reported by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office, Ludington Police Department and Oceana County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Among the more significant calls in…
The following births have been reported: Jacob Henry Gerbers, the son of Anna and Justin Gerbers of Custer, was born on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…
Cruise ship arrives in Ludington Friday morning By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief When Mason County Press published the editorial “Great Lakes cruise ships: Is Ludington missing the boat?” on June 7,…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — For Makenna Ingle,…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee, and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The MV Great…
LUDINGTON — Oakview Medical Care Facility will celebrate 60 years of serving Mason County with an anniversary open house later this month. The community is invited to attend the celebration…
AMBER TOWNSHIP — Families preparing for the start of the school year will have an opportunity to receive free backpacks and school supplies during a giveaway hosted by Our Savior…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County sheriff’s deputies arrested two men on drunk…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with Hamlin Township and Mason County, will offer its award-winning Citizen Planner program this fall. Designed for locally appointed and elected planning…
Kenneth Charles Kunkel Jr., 43 of Free Soil, formerly of Scottville, passed away on Saturday August 1, 2026. Kenneth, lovingly known as Bud, was born on Oct. 29, 1982, in…
The following births have been reported: Rosemary Grace Hills, the daughter of Valeria Herevia and Joseph Hills of Baldwin, was born on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…
Indian Summer is seeking a qualified 2nd Shift Plant Manager to join our team in Ludington. This is a high-impact leadership position where you’ll directly influence production performance, equipment reliability…
Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole appeared headed for victory Tuesday in the Republican primary for Michigan’s 32nd State Senate District, building a commanding lead over challenger Max Riekse with strong…
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