Diane Kay Ryan passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and love that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her. Born on May 31, 1946, in Ludington, Diane was the daughter of Willard Leroy Paasch and Marjorie May Schmock. She proudly served her…
Richard Allen Miller, 85, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Born July 13, 1940 in Ludington, Richard was the son of the late Emery and Margaret (Ott) Miller. He graduated from Mason County Eastern High School in 1958. On March 14, 1959, he married Ruth Irene Rozell and they shared 55 years together before Ruth’s passing…
RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. to the area of Stiles and Marrison roads in Riverton Township for a single-vehicle motorcycle crash. Emergency personnel located the driver, the lone occupant of the motorcycle, deceased at the scene. Investigators believe the crash occurred during the night but was not discovered until Tuesday afternoon.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The former Scottville schoolhouse was reduced to rubble Tuesday as demolition crews brought down the last standing portions of the historic 138-year-old building at 209 N. Main St. Excavators spent the day tearing apart the remaining structure, leaving behind piles of brick, wood and debris that now cover much of the site. Cleanup work…
LUDINGTON — Women Who Care of Mason County recently presented donations totaling more than $18,000 to two area nonprofit organizations serving residents in Mason, Lake and Oceana counties. The local women’s philanthropic group donated $9,520 to Mason County Life Recovery and $8,985 to Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters, known as COVE. Women Who Care of Mason County raises money each quarter…
CUSTER — A cornhole tournament fundraiser aimed at helping light the MCE School ball field is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, at St. Mary’s Field. The event begins at 1 p.m. and will feature two tournaments under the theme “Two tournaments, one bright idea.” The first tournament is a Bring Your Own Partner competition with a $40 entry fee per…
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. CUSTER — Mason County Eastern split a West Michigan D League softball doubleheader with Bear Lake on Tuesday at St. Mary’s Field in Custer, winning the opener 3-1 before falling 8-7 in walk-off fashion in…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central’s junior varsity softball team closed out its season Tuesday with a doubleheader sweep of Reed City at Spartan Community Field, winning 17-6 and 22-2. The Spartans finished the season with…
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. KENT CITY — Mason County Central turned in its best regional performance in several years Monday at the MHSAA Division 3 Regional 14 boys golf tournament at The Falls at Barber Creek. Host Grand Rapids…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, May 22, 2026: 11:29 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), larceny, 4800 block of West US 10, Pere Marquette Township. 3:16 p.m., (MCSO), alarm activation, Pere Marquette Township. 9:28 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer…
Charlotte Mae Shanks, 89, of Ludington, found Peace with the Lord on May 23, 2026, in her daughter’s home with her family surrounding her with love. She was born in Hardin, Montana to Rodney Spencer and Edna (Carper) Baker on August 25, 1936. Her “Daddy” stepfather Donas Brokaw was the largest part of her growing up. She loved him and…
The following births have been reported: Brian Michael Sheffield III, the son of Kari and Brian Sheffield II of Fountain, was born on Friday, May 22, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births __________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…
A funeral service for Joan Carey will be held on Saturday, June 6 at 2 p.m. at St. Simon Catholic Church with Rev. Wayne B. Wheeler, Jr. presiding. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. at the church. Joan Kay (Hulet) Carey, 81, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation…
Employment: Bus Driver West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. West Shore ESD offers a competitive…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a garage in the 800 block of East Sugar Grove Road Monday afternoon. Fire departments were called to the scene at 2:38 p.m. Responding Mason County Rural Fire Authority units included Fountain Area, Scottville, Custer, Branch, and Free Soil/Meade. Other emergency units on scene were Mason County Sheriff’s Office and Life EMS. Fountain Area Fire…
SCOTTVILLE — Emergency personnel were dispatched to a water emergency on the Pere Marquette River Monday afternoon. Initial dispatch reports stated up to seven people had capsized from kayaks on the river near the Scottville Riverside Park. The kayakers were soon found with the assistance of a boat and drones. All were unharmed and accounted for. Emergency units responding included…
Editor’s Note: Several holidays exist to honor our veterans and active duty military personnel, Veterans Day on Nov. 11, and Armed Forces Day, May 17. But, Memorial Day is set aside to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. In today’s article, we remember Sgt. Leroy Draby of Free Soil who died in Vietnam in 1967. By…
This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief As I continue my quest to research and tell the stories of the captains of the Ludington railroad shipping fleet, I find myself going down side roads from time to time. While the car ferries and their predecessors…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School graduated 87 seniors Friday evening at the MCC High School gymnasium. It was the 123rd high school graduation in Scottville and the last commencement for retiring Superintendent Jeff Mount. Mount has…
Photos by Jeff Kiessel, MCP contributor LUDINGTON — Ludington High School graduated 144 seniors on Friday during the commencement ceremony held at Hawley Gymnasium. ______________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you with…
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. WHITECLOUD — Mason County Eastern split a non-conference softball doubleheader Friday against White Cloud, dropping the opener 4-3 before rallying for a 12-5 win in the nightcap. The Cardinals appeared poised to take the first…
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