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MCC hosting Coffee with the ‘Supe’, May 22, June 8

May 20, 2025

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central School District is hosting Coffee with the “Supe”  on two upcoming occasions on Thursday, May 22 at 9 a.m. and Sunday, June 8 at 9 a.m. at State & Main Coffee Shop, 101 N. Main St. District residents…

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Waves & Wheels Safety Day scheduled for May 31

May 20, 2025

LUDINGTON — Shoreline FORCE and Ludington Police Department are hosting Waves & Wheels Safety Day on Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Loomis Street Boat Launch. The family friendly event’s purpose is to encourage and educate the safe way to enjoy…

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West Shore Bank awards scholarships to area graduates

May 20, 2025

LUDINGTON – West Shore Bank recently announced the awarding of 10 $1,000 Making a Difference scholarships to high school graduates throughout its market region, which includes Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Muskegon counties. Over 60 applicants applied for the scholarships. They demonstrated strong…

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The Cemetery Club: A 106 year Ludington tradition

May 19, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Veterans Memorial Club of Ludington, more commonly known as the Cemetery Club, placed US flags on the graves of veterans today at Lakeside…

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Flipstar Gymnastics holds Spring Fling show-off and fun meet

May 19, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Flipstar Gymnastics had over 100 gymnasts participate recently in its end-of-the-year Spring Fling Class Show-Off and In-House Fun Meet. Recreational class kids who participated in the…

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Mason County Historical Society seeks stories from past/present car ferry crew

May 19, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society is making plans to expand its Ludington car ferries exhibit at the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and it needs help from the…

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Weekend police news, published May 19, 2025

May 19, 2025

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, May…

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Learning building trades early

May 19, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — Last week preschoolers from…

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Obituary: Sallie Mae Carto, 82, of Ludington

May 19, 2025

Sallie Mae Carto, 82, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025 following a 15-year battle with lung cancer. She was born January 15, 1943, in Ludington, the youngest child…

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Obituary: Sally Louise Currier, 71, of Ludington

May 19, 2025

Sally Louise (Porter) Currier, 71, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Sally, affectionally known as Sal, was born on April 21, 1954, in Cadillac, to the…

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Obituary: Mary Ann (Helber) Perkins, 78, of Ludington

May 19, 2025

January 6, 1947 to May 16, 2025 Mary Ann Perkins found beauty and joy in the world around her. A lifelong lover of nature, animals (especially dogs), children, and quiet…

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Jaycees Mini Golf announces Charity Monday beneficiaries

May 19, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf at Stearns Park will hold its first 2025 Charity Monday on Memorial Day, May 26.  Miss Sawyer’s Kids with a Cause is…

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News Alert: Vehicle crash in Ludington

May 19, 2025

LUDINGTON, 9:31 a.m. — Report of a vehicle crash, Gaylord Avenue and Lowell Street.

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Celebration of life service: Donna Ellen Nelson, 92, of Ludington

May 19, 2025

A celebration of life will be held on May 23, 2025 for Donna Ellen Nelson of Ludington who passed away on March 14, 2025 at the age of 92. The…

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VIDEO: Point Betsie Lighthouse flyover

May 18, 2025

MI Travelogue is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FRANKFORT — Five miles north of Frankfort, in…

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Planting the 38th Ludington Petunia Parade

May 17, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Drizzle, wind and 48 degree temperatures didn’t stop the estimated 400 volunteers who showed up Saturday morning to plant the 38th Ludington Petunia Parade.…

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MV Manitowoc is second freighter to visit Ludington this season

May 17, 2025

MCP Boat Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Documenting west Michigan’s commercial and…

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The SS Pere Marquette, first steel car ferry on the Great Lakes

May 17, 2025

This Maritime History Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief…

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Earl named Michigan Dairy Field Person of the Year

May 17, 2025

GRAND RAPIDS — Lyndsay Earl was recently named the Michigan Dairy Field Person of the Year by the Michigan Dairy Industry at its annual conference in Grand Rapids earlier this…

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Recent death: Mary Ann Perkins, 78, of Ludington

May 17, 2025

Mary Ann Perkins, 78, of Ludington, died on Friday, May 16, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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Employment: Seasonal Museum Clerks

May 17, 2025

Employment: Season Museum Clerks Spend Your Summer Surrounded by History! The Mason County Historical Society is hiring Museum Front Desk Clerks to welcome guests and keep things running smoothly at…

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