It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jayden Fynn Knudsen of Ludington, who died on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 20. Jayden was born in Ludington on May 14, 2005, to Ellen Darke (Knudsen), stepfather Michael Darke, and Shane Bowman (biological father). Jayden graduated from the Oriole Academy in Ludington in 2023. He…
LUDINGTON — Fall is a great time of year to explore the Great Lakes. The kids are back in school, the air is crisp, the sky features radiant sunrises and sunsets, and harvests are being celebrated throughout the region. It’s also a great time to enjoy a ride across Lake Michigan on the historic S.S. Badger car ferry. Lake Michigan…
LUDINGTON — AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment of the World) will offer a variety of events in September. Those events include: Cartier Park Invasives Species Pulling Tuesday, September 9, 10 a.m. to noon Through the end of September, AFFEW will meet twice per month to remove a variety of invasive plant species at Cartier Park. A discussion to…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has announced its 2025–2026 Performing Arts Series, featuring a diverse lineup of concerts, theatrical productions, and free community ensemble performances. The season opens Saturday, Sept. 20 with guitar virtuosos Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo performing at 7:30…
Michael James Woodruff, known affectionately as Mike, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the age of 71, in Fountain. Born on February 22, 1954, in Greenville, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family and a passion for his interests. Mike graduated from high school in 1972 and went on to earn an associate degree from Lansing…
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