Captain Richard “Rich” Laaksonen, 59, of Ludington, a legendary figure of the Michigan charter fishing community and a true outdoorsman, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Rich was a passionate fisherman and a loyal friend who lived his life by the words tattooed over his heart: “Fishing is my passion, my family is my life.” Born on January 5,…
HESPERIA — The Mason County Central junior varsity softball team used a high-powered offense and solid pitching to sweep Hesperia on Monday, winning 22-12 and 10-1. In the opener, the Spartans erupted for 22 runs, backed by Brooke Hawke’s complete-game effort in the circle. Hawke pitched six innings, allowing nine hits and seven walks while striking out five and giving…
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. WHITEHALL — Ludington earned a 6-2 win over host Whitehall on Monday in girls tennis action. The Orioles picked up singles victories from Ava Johnson at No. 1 and Khloe Wachowski at No. 4. Ludington…
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. MANISTEE — The Ludington varsity golf team continued its strong spring run Monday, capturing first place at the Western Michigan Conference Jamboree at Manistee National. The Orioles finished with a team score of 17-over-par 157,…
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. SHELBY — Ludington’s girls soccer team remained unbeaten in conference play Monday with a 4-0 win over Shelby. The Orioles improved to 8-5-1 overall and 6-0 in the conference. Hestyn Stowe led Ludington with three…
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