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Ludington firefighters quickly extinguish house fire

January 21, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington Fire Department responded to a fire at 206 S. Delia St., at 10:24 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21. Upon the arrival of the first unit, smoke could be seen coming from the eaves and a second floor bedroom window. The occupants of the home safely evacuated and firefighters extinguished the fire quickly. Ludington Fire Chief John Henderson said…

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Brrrrewfest will benefit new state park amphitheater

January 21, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Pure Ludington Brrrrewfest will take place on Saturday, Jan. 31. Proceeds raised at the 11th annual event will support the Friends of the Ludington State Park organization which plans to earmark funds to improve the parks’ amphitheater. Brrrrewfest features craft beverage tastings, entertainment, and food. Funds from past events have helped the group purchase a handicapped-accessible playground,…

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Obituary: Amy Jalocha, 43, of Free Soil,

January 21, 2026

Amy Jalocha, 43, of Free Soil, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Jason Jalocha, devoted mother to Jacob and Wyatt, and cherished daughter of Rob and Shirley Williams. Amy graduated from Ludington High School in 2001, a milestone she was always proud of. She later built a successful career as an insurance agent,…

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Two people injured in Branch Township crash

January 21, 2026

BRANCH TOWNSHIP — Two people were transported to the hospital following a two vehicle crash on US 10 Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. Emergency personnel were called to the scene, in front of Pioneer Party Store, 6117 E. US 10, about 10:30 a.m. According to Michigan State Police Trooper Matt Demny, the crash involved two vehicles, a 2011 Toyota and a…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: Spartans fall to Fremont

January 21, 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. FREMONT — Mason County Central put up a good fight against the Fremont Packers Tuesday evening, Jan. 20, but ultimately fell 50-44. “It was a tight game from start to finish, and…

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