LUDINGTON — After more than two years of study, a final report on the feasibility of developing a community recreation facility to serve Mason County residents of all ages has been completed. The 125-page report, prepared by PROS Consulting, is available for review and to be used by public and private leaders, organizations, and entrepreneurs considering recreational projects in the…
MCP Boat Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Documenting west Michigan’s commercial and recreational maritime industry. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Wednesday, May 14, 2025 LUDINGTON — I’ve been trying to catch the Spartan/Spartan II tug/barge for the past month. The Marine Traffic app…
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. Haven Reign Hoeker, the daughter of Madison Estepp and Kendan Hoeker of Mears, was born on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births …
Sally Louise (Porter) Currier, 71, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP…
Clifford Reed, 83, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Beacon Ministries with Rev. Tammy Bacon officiating. Honor Guard services will be performed by the Edwin Ewing American Legion Post 76 of Ludington and the United States Air Force. Burial will take place later at Brookside Cemetery in…
Clifford J. Reed, 83, of Scottville, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Clifford was born on August 7, 1941 in Macomb, Illinois, the son of Clarence C. and Dorothy P. (Barclay) Reed and served his country during the Vietnam Conflict with the United States Air Force. On April 25, 1963, he married Maureen C. Quinn in Bethesda, Maryland and they celebrated…
Employment: Utilities Maintenance Technician I Utilities Maintenance Technician I – West Shore Community College seeks an outstanding individual to assist in the Facilities Maintenance area wherever required, including performing general repairs in maintaining building components and mechanical systems, custodial duties, mail pickup and delivery, assisting in loading and unloading and delivery of packages. The Utility Maintenance Technician I reports directly…
Employment: High School Art Teacher This is a paid posting. Published until May 28, 2025.
Employment: High School Special Education Teacher This is a paid posting. Published until May 28, 2025.
Employment: Middle School Math Teacher Mason County Central School District is hiring a full time Middle School Math Teacher, grades 6-8, for the 2025-2026 school year. See details and apply at: www.mccschools.org. Job #620. Application deadline: May 27, 2025 This is a paid posting. Published until May 27, 2025.
Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Enjoy 30 seconds of tonight’s sunset over the Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse, May 13, 2025. This video brought to you by Preferred Credit Union. _______________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Independence Day in Ludington means the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival which features, among other events, the Grand Parade and the fireworks show on the lakeshore. But, this year’s fireworks show, observing the 249th birthday of the United States, may be in jeopardy. The Freedom Festival is completely funded through donations. The JCI Ludington,…
LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band will perform its 2025 Patriotic Concert at Waterfront Park on Tuesday, June 24 beginning at 7 p.m. Traditionally, the annual concert has been held at the Scottville Clown Band Shell in Scottville. However, that facility is undergoing renovations this summer. The Patriotic Concert is a unique performance by the Clown Band. Rather than mixing…
LUDINGTON — A team of assessors from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission will arrive Tuesday, May 20, to examine all aspects of the Ludington Police Department policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services, said Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones. “Verification by the team that the Ludington Police Department meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission’s ‘best practice’ standards…
LUDINGTON — A 64-year-old Ludington man was cited Monday, May 12, shortly before 8 a.m. by Ludington police after his dog bit another person in the 300 block of North Ferry Street, said Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones. “The subject’s dog had bitten a person who had passed on the sidewalk,” said Chief Jones. The man was also cited for…
Frederick John Manning, 82, of Pentwater, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He was born March 6, 1943, in Detroit, the son of Robert and Loreane (Godfrey) Manning. Fred graduated from Clarkston High School in 1961 and completed a bachelor of science in education degree at Central Michigan University in 1966. In 1965, Fred…
Judy K. Miller, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her adoring family in the early hours of Sunday, May 11, 2025. Born on Saturday, November 7, 1942 in southern Indiana, Judy spent her life filling the lives of those she met with warmth and love. Judy met and married…
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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: Friday, May 9, 2025: 1 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Lakeshore Drive north of Jagger Road, Hamlin Township. 7:10 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway north of…
Alfonso Padron, 87, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2025, in Scottville. Born on December 18, 1937, in Eagle Pass, Texas, he was a man of integrity, faithful husband and loving father. He was known for his caring, compassionate, and loyal nature. Alfonso brought joy to those around him with his warm smile and helping hand. He had a devout…
Mary Louise Meissner (née Canada), 99, of Village Manor in Ludington, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 10, 2025. Born on February 22, 1926, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Mary was the daughter of Edward and Helen Canada, and one of six children. Mary grew up in St. Louis, Mo., and attended St. Louis University…
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