The train ferry fleet of Ludington was once the largest in the world. The carferries shipped rail and passengers across Lake Michigan. Over 70 men commanded those vessels from 1875 to 1990. While there have been many books published about the carferries, there has never been a book published about the captains. Rob Alway, historian and journalist is in the…
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. HAMILTON — Ludington High School’s girls track and field team delivered a standout performance Saturday at the Michigan High School Athletic Assocation Division 2 State Finals, earning a third-place team finish behind a dominant showing…
Kenneth Lee McCarthy, 68, of Ludington, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born Feb. 10, 1958, in Ludington, the son of David and Elizabeth (Apple) McCarthy. Ken was very loyal and generous to those he loved and called friends and he made friends wherever he went. He loved a good adventure, whether traveling on…
Herbert Woodrow Sibley, 87, of Scottville, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at home. He was born Dec. 27, 1938, in Muskegon, the son of Kenneth and Mary (Irvelina) Sibley. On March 19, 1960, Herb married the former Nancy Cartwright and they spent 66 wonderful years together. Herb worked as a union carpenter for Local 100 Carpenters’ Union, and was…
Employment: Upper Elementary/Middle School Teacher Ludington Area Catholic School is seeking a full-time upper elementary/middle school teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Full single benefits and free tuition to employee’s children. For details and to apply go to : https://lacschool.com/employment-opportunities Application deadline: Until filled This is a paid posting. Published until June 22, 2026
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