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Lakeview Cemetery tour explores Mason County’s maritime heritage

June 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society launched its 2026 America 250 cemetery tour series Thursday evening with the “Masters & Commanders” tour at Lakeview Cemetery, where participants explored the lives of Ludington’s maritime leaders and the stories of the people, ships and events that helped shape the community’s Great Lakes heritage. Led by Mason County Historical Society board member…

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Scottville Clown Band entertains beach bonfire crowd

June 26, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band kicked off the 2026 Pure Ludington Sunset Beach Bonfire Series Thursday evening, entertaining a crowd of hundreds gathered at Stearns Park Beach for the season’s first bonfire. The performance marked the first time in the…

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WSCC winter semester Dean’s List

June 26, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has released its Dean’s List for the 2025-2026 Winter Semester, recognizing students for their academic achievement during the…

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Obituary: Betty Vanderlaan, 92, of Scottville

June 26, 2026

Betty R. Vanderlaan, 92, of Scottville entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 25, 2026 with her family by her side.  Betty was born on Aug.…

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Celebration of life for Rich Laaksonen is Saturday

June 26, 2026

A celebration of life for Capt. Richard “Rich” Laaksonen will be held Saturday, June 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Pere Pointe Clubhouse, 90 W. Second St., Ludington. Rich…

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Recent death: Joseph Sherman Frame, 36, of Terra Haute Ind.

June 26, 2026

  Joseph Sherman Frame, 36, of Terra Haute Ind., died on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of…

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White Pine Village to celebrate 50th anniversary with free event July 3

June 25, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village will celebrate its 50th anniversary on July 3 with free admission, special ceremonies, historical demonstrations and the unveiling of newly renovated exhibits.…

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Woman sentenced to prison for armed robbery

June 25, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 34-year-old woman was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court to five to 50 years in prison for an armed robbery conviction…

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Sewer work will restrict traffic on Ludington Avenue beginning Sunday night

June 25, 2026

LUDINGTON — Emergency sanitary sewer repairs will close or restrict traffic on a portion of East Ludington Avenue beginning Sunday night, June 28, and continuing into Monday, June 29, according…

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Police news, published June 25, 2026

June 25, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Ludington Police Department activity Wednesday, June 24, 2026: 7:46 a.m.,…

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Obituary: Edson Lyle Swinehart, 79, of Scottville

June 25, 2026

Edson Lyle “Ed” Swinehart passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the age of 79. Ed was born on Dec. 25, 1946 in Big Rapids…

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Employment: Allied Health and LPN Apprenticeship Program Coordinator

June 25, 2026

West Shore Community College is seeking an experienced nursing professional to serve as Allied Health and LPN Apprenticeship Program Coordinator. This position provides leadership and coordination for Allied Health and…

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MCC board approves contract for new superintendent, Jeff Tuka

June 24, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education ratified a two-year contract Monday, June 22, for incoming Superintendent Jeff Tuka that will pay him a…

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Traffic stop leads to meth possession arrests

June 24, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A traffic stop in the Home Depot parking lot on…

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Shelby State Bank adds four to lending, wealth advisory teams

June 24, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has added four professionals to its lending and wealth advisory teams, including a senior commercial lender, two mortgage lenders and a financial advisor associate. Kenneth…

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Cruise on the Princess of Manistee

June 24, 2026

Mason County Press is selling tickets for two adults (or four children ages 12 and under) for a regular cruise onboard the Princess of Manistee.   To purchase the tickets,…

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Obituary: Marjorie Jean Lokovich, 96, of Ludington

June 24, 2026

Marjorie Jean Lokovich, affectionately known as Marge, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the age of 96 in her hometown of Ludington. Born on March 19, 1930, in…

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Edson Lyle Swinehart, 79, of Scottville

June 24, 2026

  Edson Lyle Swinehart, 79, of Scottville, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing…

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MCC’s Jeff Mount reflects on 27 years of service as retirement nears

June 23, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — After 27 years serving Mason County Central…

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Ludington replaces traffic cones with concrete barriers near AndyS

June 23, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington has replaced traffic cones with concrete barricades along the west side of the 100 block of South Rath Avenue adjacent…

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No one injured when boat overturns in Lake Michigan

June 23, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — No one was injured when a boat overturned along the Lake Michigan shoreline near Epworth Heights Monday afternoon, June 22, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.…

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