Girls Varsity Basketball: Grand Haven tops Ludington

January 9, 2026

MCP 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. LUDINGTON — The Grand Haven Buccaneers defeated the Ludington Orioles 49-26 Thursday evening at Hawley Gymnasium. “This was a tough loss to a very talented and well coached Grand Haven team,” said…

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Varsity Boys Swimming: LHS wins dual meet

January 9, 2026

MCP 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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Boys swim and dive team prevailed in dual meets against Holland and Fremont on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. The Orioles won every event in their 113.5 to 65 victory…

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Obituary: Laura Lillian Stubbs, 87, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mum, Laura Lillian (Jones) Stubbs. Laura passed away peacefully at Oakview Medical Care Facility on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was 87 years old. Laura was born May 5, 1938, to Thomas and Florence (Phipps) Jones in Oxford, England. In 1954 when Laura was 16 years old, her…

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Varsity Competitive Cheer: MCC places 2nd, LHS, 3rd in Fremont competition

January 9, 2026

MCP 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 earned second place and Ludington High School third place during competitive cheer competition at Fremont High School on Wednesday, Jan. 7. The competition was both teams’ West…

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Obituary: Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by love. Born October 10, 1962, in Marion, Katherine—affectionately known as Kathy or Kitty Kat—grew up in Cadillac, attended Marion Public School, and made Ludington her home in the 1980s, where she would build a life filled with love, laughter, and service…

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Girls High School Basketball: MCE teams score wins

January 9, 2026

MCP 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. CUSTER — The Mason County Eastern girls basketball teams each scored wins Thursday evening, Jan. 8, at post-winter break home games. The varsity defeated Mesick 44-15. The junior varsity defeated Big Rapids…

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Obituary: Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by family. Melissa was born in Winfield, Ill. to Charles and Mary Couture on June 11, 1963. She will be remembered for her fun-loving nature, kindness, and strength. Melissa enjoyed nothing more than a simple day relaxing on the lake or spending quality time…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: LHS defeats Montague

January 9, 2026

MCP 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. MONTAGUE — Ludington defeated Montague Thursday evening, Jan. 8, 75-33. Ludington had a big first half putting 44 points on the board and holding the Wildcats to 17. The Orioles got contributions…

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MCE homecoming court

January 8, 2026

Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief CUSTER — The 2026 Mason County Eastern High School homecoming court has been announced. The homecoming king and queen will be crowned during halftime of the homecoming game, Friday, Jan. 16, when the boys varsity basketball team takes on Grand Traverse Academy. The game begins at 7 p.m. Homecoming spirit week, “Cities Around the World,”…

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Fundraiser at Krave to help Grant Fire Chief Melchert

January 8, 2026

LUDINGTON — A fundraising event to help Grant Township Fire Chief Ron Melchert will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Krave, 103 E. Ludington Ave. Melchert is currently undergoing treatment for stage 4 esophageal cancer. See related story here. _________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings…

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Land conservation seminar scheduled

January 8, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason-Lake Conservation District is hosting a land conservation seminar on Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 E. Ludington Ave. The event will also be available online. A panel of conservation experts from the Cadillac Area Land Conservancy, Land Conservancy of West Michigan, and the U.S. Department…

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Varsity Co-op Hockey: Badgers outscore, outshoot East Kentwood

January 8, 2026

MCP 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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Badgers defeated the visiting East Kentwood Falcons 7-1 during hockey action at West Shore Community Ice Arena Wednesday, Jan. 7. The game started with good intensity and…

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WSCC HumanKind series begins

January 8, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College invites the community to explore the power of storytelling through its HumanKind Series, a slate of free, public programs examining how stories shape history, culture, identity, and human connection. Events run January through April at venues across the community.…

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Toys for Tots/Gift for Teens serve over 600 area children

January 8, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Over 600 area children received presents on Christmas morning through the 53rd annual Toys for Tots/Gifts for Teens distribution, held in partnership with FiveCAP Inc. and Synergy Broadcasting Group. “This program helps parents, who may otherwise not be able to afford gifts, to provide a merrier Christmas for their children,” FiveCAP executive director Mary Trucks said. In the…

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Varsity Bowling: Fremont defeats LHS teams

January 8, 2026

MCP 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 — The Fremont Packers defeated both Ludington High School bowling teams Wednesday at Fremont Lanes: Girls, 29-1; boys, 26-4. Both LHS teams were low on players, at four each, due to…

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Varsity Wrestling: MCC splits home dual meet

January 8, 2026

MCP 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. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central split its dual meet Wednesday, Jan. 7, losing to Holton 37-41 and defeating Hesperia 54-30. “We really need to work on wrestling for every point to understand…

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Varsity Wrestling: Orioles win dual meets

January 8, 2026

MCP 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. MANISTEE — The Ludington Orioles wrestling team picked up two dual meet wins Wednesday, Jan. 7, defeating Fremont 42–36 and Manistee 49–5. Ludington secured key points throughout both matches, with several wrestlers…

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Employment: Cook, Shelby Public Schools

January 8, 2026

Employment: Cook, Shelby Public Schools Shelby Public Schools is hiring a cook to work weekdays between 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Qualifications: High school diploma Knowledge and experience in USDA Food Service programs Knowledge and experience in food preparation, inventory, and food service Proficiency in Meal Magic Excellent communication, organizational and teamwork skills Must possess patience, attention to detail, and…

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Historical Society’s 2026 Speaker Series kicks off semiquincentennial events

January 7, 2026

  LUDINGTON — Launching Mason County’s celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Mason County Historical Society launches its 2026 Speaker Series on Wednesday, Jan. 14. Throughout the year, the historical society will observe events commemorating special events that have occurred throughout the history of the nation with…

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Deputies investigate rash of car break–ins 

January 7, 2026

A string of vehicle break-ins reported Tuesday, Jan. 6, are being investigated by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. The first theft was reported at 5 a.m. on Goff Road in Branch Township. “The complainant reported two vehicles were broken into during the night,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “A neighbor also reported a vehicle entered and personal belongings stolen.”…

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No injuries in vehicle vs. train crash

January 7, 2026

SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old Branch man was unharmed after the vehicle he was operating westbound on Sugar Grove Road west of Morse Road slid on the icy road into the path of a train Tuesday, Jan. 6, shortly after 5 a.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive daily MCP and…

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