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Busy day at port, Prime returns

May 17, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Prime returned to the Port of Ludington Sunday evening, docking at the Oxy Ludington plant dock to pick up another load of calcium chloride. The Prime was escorted into port by…

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Candice Elise/Robert F. Deegan waiting in line at Oxy

May 17, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The tug/barge Candice Elise/Robert F. Deegan arrived at Ludington harbor Sunday morning, heading to the Oxy Ludington plant…

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MCC girls track sends 5 to Division 3 state finals after regional meet

May 17, 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. MANTON — Mason County Central battled through a talented field Saturday at the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 3…

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LHS sends standout group to state finals after strong regional showing

May 17, 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. CADILLAC — Ludington’s boys and…

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MCC boys track places 7th at Division 3 regional; sending 3 to state

May 17, 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. MANTON — The Mason County…

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Please considering helping MCP

May 17, 2026

Thank you to those who have accepted our request and are now subscribing to the MCP/OCP Daily Briefing. This really helps to sustain local news coverage. But, we really could…

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Freighter Manitowoc arrives in Ludington

May 16, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Manitowoc…

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Planting the petunias

May 16, 2026

LUDINGTON — Over 400 volunteers showed up Saturday morning to plant over 32,000 red, white and blue petunias along portions of Ludington Avenue, Loomis Street, and Ferry Street for the…

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Central softball splits Saturday twinbill with Bellaire, Charlevoix

May 16, 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. KINGSLEY — Mason County Central…

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Ludington defeats Reed City, falls in title game at invitational

May 16, 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. REED CITY — The Ludington…

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Freighter Manitowoc expected in port Saturday, Prime on Sunday

May 15, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The 630-foot long…

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Free Soil schoolhouse slated for demolition under land bank project

May 15, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL — The long-vacant Free Soil School building is expected to be demolished later this year as part of an expanded Mason County Land Bank…

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New nonprofit supporting local journalism receives Press Forward grant

May 15, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — A new locally based nonprofit organization has been formed to help ensure the long-term sustainability of local news in Mason and Oceana counties and surrounding communities. Sable Points…

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MCC superintendent search adds new chapter to Scottville school history

May 15, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Mason County Historical Society By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — As Mason County Central prepares to interview…

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MCC bands, choirs perform spring concert

May 15, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central middle school…

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Autrey named LHS All Around Senior

May 15, 2026

By Jeff Kiessel, MCP contributor  LUDINGTON — Ludington High School senior Walt Autrey was named the All Around Senior during Thursday’s academic assembly. Autrey was selected from a group of…

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Ludington Petunia Parade planting day is Saturday, launches watering truck fundraiser

May 15, 2026

LUDINGTON — As volunteers prepare to plant more than 32,000 petunias Saturday morning, the Ludington Petunia Parade has launched a capital campaign to raise $75,000 for the purchase of a…

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Ludington girls tennis team places third at regional tournament

May 15, 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. HOLLAND — Ludington’s girls varsity…

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MCC golfers post season-best rounds at Hart golf tourney

May 15, 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…

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Historic Corps tugs Racine, Kenosha in Manistee for harbor project

May 15, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The arrival of…

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Ludington State Park to offer free nature, history programs in May and June

May 15, 2026

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Ludington State Park will offer a series of free educational programs and guided outdoor events during late May and early June, highlighting the park’s wildlife, dunes, rivers…

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