This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. Masters of the PM Steamers By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On Dec. 1, 1874, the Flint & Pere Marquette Railway reached Ludington. The intent of the railroad, which began in Flint and terminated in Ludington, was because of its location along the eastern…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. EAST LANSING — The Mason County Central esports team, the Omega Spartans Mario Kart team, advanced to the Final Four in state championships held last weekend at Michigan State University. The team lost to eventual state runner up, No. 1-ranked Novi. “The Novi…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, Fresh Coast Foam and Baker Ford Ludington. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Spartans put up a tough fight but fell behind in the fourth quarter of their season opener Tuesday, Dec. 9, losing to the Manistee Mariners 48-41. “We lost…
Amy Katherine Stewart, 59, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, after a 15-year battle with cancer. The daughter of Larry and Monica Stewart, born on April 14, 1966, Amy was a beloved mother to Kyle Lichte (Emily VanderJagt), Spencer Williams (Megan Long) and Katherine Williams. We can’t forget her furry companion, Lucky. A grandmother to Axton…
The following are closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP/OCP for Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Covenant Christian School, Ludington Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area School District Manistee Area Public Schools Mason County Central School District, including Victory Early Childhood Center Mason County Eastern School District Pentwater Public Schools…
The birth announcements are a presentation of West Shore Bank, providing service to Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Muskegon, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties; www.westshorebank.com. Violet Skye Lentz, the daughter of Aveena Toles and Nash Lentz of Pentwater, was born on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Hope Marie McCallum, the daughter of Stacy and Luke McCallum of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.…
Employment: Varsity Girls Soccer Coach This is a paid posting. Published until Dec. 23, 2025
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, and Baker Ford Ludington. HART — The Hart Pirates defeated the Mason County Central Spartans 59-41 Tuesday, Dec. 9. “First off, credit to them,” said MCC Coach Chris VanderHaag. “The first half was not pretty for us. They really put us…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, and Baker Ford Ludington. TRAVERSE CITY — The Ludington Orioles were defeated by the Traverse City West Titans in their opening game Tuesday evening, Dec. 9. The Orioles lost to the Titans 39-29. “We played hard but from opening tip too…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, and Baker Ford Ludington. MANISTEE — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Manistee Mariners 71-50 Tuesday, Dec. 9. “The Orioles knocked down 12 3 pointers (6 from Taj Williams) the perimeter shooting was the key to the victory,” said LHS Coach Thad…
Spartan News is presented by Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central bands will host a Sounds of the Season concert on Thursday, Dec. 11 beginning at 7 p.m. at A.O. Carlson Gymnasium at MCC High School. Admission to the concert is free. The concert will feature the high school and…
Ingrid Fournier has been appointed to serve on the Mason County Promise Board. Fournier was appointed by Michigan Senator Winnie Brinks (D), senate majority leader. She will complete the term vacated by Vic Burwell. Fournier is the branch manager of the Mason County District Library Scottville Branch. She is a graduate of University of Michigan and has a background in…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School students earned a place on the first trimester 2025-2026 Honor Roll: Sixth Grade: Avery Anes Milo Beemer Isaac Briggs Garrison Cooper Lincoln Edmondson Damien Harris Evelyn Huggard Kendall Hulburt Chevy Jabrocki Jacob Jacobsen Isabella…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, and Baker Ford Ludington. WHITE CLOUD — The White Cloud Indians defeated the Mason County Eastern Cardinals Monday, Dec. 9, 59-48. “We’re heading in the right direction,” said MCE Coach Austin Boundy. “We’ve had two close and very winnable games in…
Mason and Oceana counties are under two winter weather advisories issued by the National Weather Service until 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. Both counties are included in an advisory that remains in effect until 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9. A second advisory begins at 10 p.m. Tuesday and continues until 4 p.m. Wednesday. For the first advisory, expect mixed precipitation;…
The birth announcements are a presentation of West Shore Bank, providing service to Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Muskegon, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties; www.westshorebank.com. Spencer Allyn Baranek, the son of Marcia Melchert and Jacob Baranek of Manistee, was born on Friday, December 5, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births …
Public Notice: Mason County Road Commission The Board of Mason County Road Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at the Custer Township Hall, 1950 E. US Hwy 10, Custer, Michigan for review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget. A copy of the proposed budget is available for examination at the…
Employment: Classroom Support Specialist This is a paid posting. Published until Dec. 24, 2025
Employment: RTI Interventionist, Shelby Elementary School This is a paid posting. Published until Dec. 15, 2025
Employment: Middle School Interventionalist Instructional Assistant This is a paid posting. Published until Dec. 17, 2025
Maria Teresa Balderas, 76, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, in Grand Rapids. Born on February 10, 1949, in San Manuel, Texas, Maria grew up enveloped in the warmth of a close-knit family which deeply influenced her own values as a family-oriented, loving, and independent woman. Maria is survived by her devoted husband, Francisco “Paco” Balderas, and her children…
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