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Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Last week Lake Michigan Carferry announced the retirement of Chief Engineer Kevin Diedrich after 24 years with the company. Diedrich worked every position in the ship’s engineering department during his tenure. A 1979 graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc, Diedrich, 65, began his career as a production machinist. In 1982…
By Joan Young, contributing writer I am in the East this week, traveling through my home territory of the Finger Lakes in New York. Although it’s not in Michigan, I really have to share a very special place. Yes, it’s special to me, but it’s…
LUDINGTON — The merger between United Way of Mason County and United Way of Manistee County is now final, creating a new regional organization called United Way of the West Shore. The merger was originally announced last June but discussions began in 2024, according to a press release issued in…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be hosting a basic pistol class on Saturday, Sept. 6 and a shooting event on Sunday, March 21.…
Linda Marlene (Boals) Olson, 86, of Ludington, died on Friday, March 6, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…
Barbara Mary Bailey, 81, of Scottville, died on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at home. She was born February 17, 1945, in Hart, the daughter of Elten Eugene and Julia (Kequom)…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief EAST LANSING — Avery Crawford of Custer has been accepted into the Honors College at Michigan State University. Crawford, a 2025 graduate of Mason County Eastern…
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HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Ludington Area School District’s Oriole Foundation will hold its annual Dancing with the Local Stars on Saturday, April 18 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. The event…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. OTSEGO —…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 37-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police on charges…
Remington Wayne Maidens, the son of Jessica and DuWane Maidens of Manistee, was born on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. GAYLORD —…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Last week, 10th grade students from Mason County Central High School…
Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States this week. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state and federal…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A 57-year-old Scottville man received minor injuries in a three-vehicle…
LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Kevin Scott Criss, 56, one count of third-degree child abuse and one count of third-degree child…
The following Easter events scheduled for Oceana and Mason counties have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email:…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. CUSTER —…
Beth Clemensen, 73, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2026 deaths Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a…
