By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Service, West Michigan Community Mental Health Seeking help for mental health or substance use concerns can feel overwhelming, often leaving individuals unsure where to begin. West Michigan Community Mental Health has expanded services in recent years to improve access to care for residents in Lake, Mason and Oceana counties, including the…
Earl William Standish Jr., 70, of Ludington, passed away peacefully Friday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born May 5, 1955, in Ludington, the son of the late Florence Maxine (Bailey) Standish and Earl William Standish Sr. He graduated from Mason County Eastern High School in 1973. On July 17, 1976, he married Kathleen Ann McClure. They…
Carolyn S. McVicker, 69, of Fountain, died on Friday, March 27, 2026. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2026 deaths Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HART — There is a strong sense of redemption at Hart’s newest place of Christian worship. Located at 314 S. State St., Radiant Church held its first services last Sunday, drawing two packed gatherings. A total of 399 people attended the church, an extension of Radiant Church in Ludington. While hearts and souls will be renewed…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center is joining communities across the country this April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Observed nationally through Prevent Child Abuse America and in Michigan through Children Trust Michigan, the month is dedicated to educating adults about child safety while also highlighting the importance of strong families and supportive communities. The blue pinwheel,…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Dillon James Swinney, 26, pleaded guilty Jan. 21 to third-offense operating while intoxicated, driving while license suspended and transporting an open intoxicant in a vehicle and was sentenced March 24 to concurrent terms of 30 months to 20 years in prison with credit for 298 days…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Thursday, March 26, 2026: 3:12 a.m., a 21-year-old Ludington man was arrested for domestic violence following a 911 call reporting a disturbance, Wildwood Crossing, Amber Township. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail. 3:14…
Edward Alan VandenBerg, 90, of Ludington, formerly Kalamazoo, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the American Legion Post #76, in Ludington, from 2pm-4pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. See Mr. VandenBerg’s obituary here. Arrangements by Grace…
Lynette Marie Lehman, 61 of Oklahoma City, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Lynette, affectionately known as Nettie, was born on June 25, 1964, the daughter of the late Marvin and Antoinette (Iervolina) Brault. She attended Mason County Eastern Schools. She was the significant other to Jesse “Clint” Brown. On her free time, she loved tending…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Students in the construction trades program at Summit Tech Center recently completed a hands-on project benefiting local elementary students, building custom bookshelves for classrooms at Mason County Central’s Scottville Elementary and Walkerville Public Schools’…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 43-year-old Scottville man faces 12 felony counts in two separate criminal cases involving child abuse and assault. Michael Reece Herndon was recently arraigned on eight of those charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder; two counts of second-degree…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The 31-year-old Wellston man who was tackled by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy to stop him from allegedly fleeing from police Wednesday, March 25, was arraigned on seven charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court. Joseph Wade Conrad is charged with felonies of third-degree fleeing and eluding police, assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and possession of…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central High School Forensics Team continues to see success during its invitational season as it prepares for upcoming state competitions. The team recently traveled to Novi High School on March 14 to compete in both the Novice State…
LUDINGTON — Ludington High School students raised more than $3,000 for a local nonprofit during the school’s annual Charity Week, organized by the LHS Student Council. This year’s fundraising effort benefited Lakeshore Food 4 Kids, which was selected after Student Council members nominated several local charities and the student body voted on the final choice. The weeklong event began with…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, March 23, 2026: 7:34 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 10 and Brye Road, Amber Township. 8:40 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Stiles Road north of Sugar Grove…
LANSING — Steelhead fishing is picking up across rivers in West Michigan as anglers take advantage of improving spring conditions, according to the latest weekly fishing report from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Recent warmer temperatures and increased river flows have improved steelhead activity in several rivers, including those flowing into Lake Michigan. Anglers have reported success using spawn,…
Senior organizations in Mason County are receiving a boost in funding aimed at reducing loneliness and improving quality of life for older adults. Molina Healthcare of Michigan, in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord, recently announced $22,000 in grants to local senior-focused organizations, including the Scottville Area Senior Center and Ludington Senior Center. The Crawford County Commission on Aging also received…
BOYNE CITY — Great Lakes Energy has named Kari Crouse as its new vice president of communications and member experience. Crouse will lead the cooperative’s communication strategy, strengthen member engagement and oversee efforts to enhance the overall member experience, according to a press release from the utility. She most recently served as vice president of communications and business strategy for…
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. Photos and reporting by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Ludington and Mason County Central opened the 2026 varsity softball season Wednesday at Oriole Field, with the Orioles winning both games of the doubleheader, 12-2 and…
James Paul Vernier, 22, of Fort Carson, Colorado, formerly of Free Soil, died on Monday, March 23, 2026. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths.…
The following births have been reported: Jonah Michael Schuler, the son of Calley Schuler and Gavin Schuler of Shelby, was born on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Melody Rose Reeder, the daughter of Kelsey Smith and Zachary Reeder of White Cloud, was born on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births…
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