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MCC’s Colin Sullivan to attend Interlochen Arts Academy

February 20, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — On Thursday, Feb. 19, Mason County Central freshman Colin Sullivan, signed a letter of intent to attend Interlochen Arts Academy for the remainder of his high school career, beginning in the fall of 2026. Sullivan was accompanied by his father, Tim…

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MCC football players sign on to Olivet

February 19, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — On Thursday, Mason County Central seniors Eli Smith and Gideon Sayles, signed their letters of intent to play football at the University of Olivet. The future Comets were joined by their coaches and members of their family. Eli is the son…

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MCC forensics team takes third place at MSU invite

February 18, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. EAST LANSING — The Mason County Central High School Forensics Team competed at the Spartanvitational Tournament last weekend at Michigan State University. Seven MCC made the semifinal round and the Spartans came home with a third place trophy for its division. Competing were…

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MCC board to hold special meeting to consider superintendent search firms

February 13, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Monday, Feb. 16 to take action on hiring a search firm for a new superintendent. On Monday, Feb. 9, Jeff Mount announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2026, after nearly 20 years in the position. See related story here. The board…

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LHS, MCC jazz bands compete at CMU

February 11, 2026

MOUNT PLEASANT — The Ludington High School Jazz Ensemble and the Mason County Central Jazz Band each competed last week at the Central Michigan University Jazz Festival. LHS earned Most Outstanding Band in the Class B category. MCC earned second runner up for best trumpet section. Members of the LHS Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Keith Kuczynski, are Amelia…

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