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Police news, published Feb. 19, 2026

February 19, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026: 8:02 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Free Soil Road west of Tubbs Road, Free Soil Township. 9:17 a.m., two-vehicle hit-and-run crash, no injury, Main Street south of Broadway Avenue,…

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MCC forensics team takes third place at MSU invite

February 18, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. EAST LANSING — The Mason County Central High School Forensics Team competed at the Spartanvitational Tournament last weekend at Michigan State University. Seven MCC made the semifinal round…

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Girls Varsity Basketball: MCC falls to Onekama

February 18, 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. ONEKAMA — Onekama defeated Mason County Central Wednesday in a non-conference game. The Spartans lost 39-31. “We…

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West Shore Wolves 8U heading to state following wins at qualifier

February 18, 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. TRAVERSE CITY —…

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Man sentenced to prison for child sex crimes

February 18, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old man was sentenced to prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 17, for two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and one count…

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Co-op Hockey: Badgers pass first round of regionals

February 18, 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. CADILLAC —…

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Varsity Swimming: LHS swim and dive seniors shine with new state qualifying time

February 18, 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. LUDINGTON —…

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Employment:  Internal Services Support Specialist

February 18, 2026

Employment:  Internal Services Support Specialist West Shore Community College (WSCC) seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to join our Business Office as the Internal Services Support Specialist. This team member…

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Man arrested for assault by strangulation

February 18, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Fountain man was arrested on a felony charge…

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Obituary: Paul Jeffery Schroeder, 74, of Muskegon

February 18, 2026

Paul Jeffery Schroeder, 74, of Muskegon, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Paul was born on May 29, 1951, to the late Jack Schroeder and Barbara (Bogus) Schroeder.  Paul…

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Obituary: Donald Edward Allen, 63, of Scottville

February 18, 2026

Donald Edward Allen, 63, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home. He was born June 26, 1962, in Muskegon, the son of Robert and Darlene (Pierce)…

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Obituary: Kimberly Renee Hornacek, 69, of Scottville

February 18, 2026

With a heart full of kindness and a life dedicated to others, Kimberly Renee Hornacek, 69, began her journey home on Sunday, February 15, 2026, to rest in the loving…

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Obituary: Craig Johnston, 69, of Texas

February 18, 2026

Craig Johnston passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born on April 18, 1956 in Ludington where he was raised. He moved to Texas in 1980.  He worked…

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Walk for Warmth raises over $11,000

February 18, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The annual FiveCAP Walk for Warmth events took place on Feb. 7 with 40 walkers participating in the events in Ludington, Manistee, Baldwin and White Cloud. This year’s…

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Request for Proposals: Lawn Care

February 18, 2026

Request For Proposals: Lawn Care Mason County is seeking proposals for lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing off the sidewalks services at various county sites. The required Bid Forms may be…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Ravenna returns to defeat MCC

February 17, 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. SCOTTVILLE —…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: MCE defeats Hesperia in close game

February 17, 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. CUSTER —…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Ludington tops Reed City in last home game

February 17, 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. LUDINGTON —…

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Mason County Titanic connection will be topic of Scottville Senior Center history chat

February 17, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Historical Society will hold its first Mason County History Chat on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Scottville Area Senior Center, 140 S.…

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Jury trial in CSC case continues this week

February 17, 2026

LUDINGTON — A jury trial that began in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court, Feb. 9, continues this week for 33-year-old Evan Lee Fargo who faces two counts of first-degree criminal…

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Obituary: Melvin Claypool, 96, of Scottville

February 17, 2026

Melvin Claypool, 96, of Scottville, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026.  Melvin was born on March 31, 1929 in Amber Township, the oldest child of Melvin Linus and Nettie (Ames)…

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