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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 superintendent. Included in the list is MCC High School Principal Jeff Tuka. The board received 12 applications for the position and has invited four finalists for interviews, according to a…

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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 LUDINGTON — The Orioles dropped to 5-6 on the season after being overpowered by Fruitport…

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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 County Central opened the West Michigan Conference Rivers Division golf season with a fifth-place finish…

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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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Obituary: Robert Lee Flint, 81, of Fountain

April 23, 2026

Robert Lee Flint, 81, of Fountain, passed away on Mondy, April 20, 2026. He was born on May 6, 1944 in Cadillac, to Murle and Mary Flint. Robert was raised…

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Recent death: Starr Patsy Avra, 74, of Ludington

April 23, 2026

  Starr Patsy Avra, 74, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Showcasing Summit Tech Center

April 22, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Summit Tech Center held…

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MCE Athletic Boosters auction is Saturday

April 22, 2026

FOUNTAIN — The Mason County Eastern Athletic Boosters Club will hold its 31st annual auction Saturday, April 24, at Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St. The event is the…

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Varsity Girls Track & Field: MCC girls top Holton, fall to Hart in WMC tri-meet

April 22, 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. HART — Mason County Central’s…

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