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Varsity Wrestling: Orioles win dual meets

January 8, 2026

MCP 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. MANISTEE — The Ludington Orioles wrestling team picked up two dual meet wins Wednesday, Jan. 7, defeating Fremont 42–36 and Manistee 49–5. Ludington secured key points throughout both matches, with several wrestlers…

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Employment: Cook, Shelby Public Schools

January 8, 2026

Employment: Cook, Shelby Public Schools Shelby Public Schools is hiring a cook to work weekdays between 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Qualifications: High school diploma Knowledge and experience in USDA Food Service programs Knowledge and experience in food preparation, inventory, and food service Proficiency in Meal Magic Excellent communication, organizational and teamwork skills Must possess patience, attention to detail, and…

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Historical Society’s 2026 Speaker Series kicks off semiquincentennial events

January 7, 2026

  LUDINGTON — Launching Mason County’s celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Mason County Historical Society launches its 2026 Speaker Series on Wednesday, Jan. 14. Throughout the year, the historical society will observe events commemorating special events that have occurred throughout the history of the nation with…

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Receive the MCP Daily Briefing via email for 33 cents a day

January 7, 2026

For 33 cents a day you can receive the Mason County Press/Oceana County Press Daily Briefing via email.  The Daily Briefing, sent out each weekday afternoon, includes the day’s headlines with links to the stories. Special breaking news and sports emails are also sent to subscribers. The cost is $10 per month, which is about 33 cents per day —…

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Obituary: Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville

January 7, 2026

Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. Ray was born on September 13, 1936, in Manistee, the son of Edwin and Elsie (Hiipakka) Krause. Born with a dry sense of humor and a robust personality, Ray was known for his strength, honesty, caring nature, and generosity. He attended Manistee High School before deciding to…

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