Co-op Varsity Hockey: Badgers fall to Grand Haven

January 29, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. FRUITPORT — The Lakeshore Badgers fell to the Grand Haven Buccaneers Wednesday evening 3-1. The contest was tight with the Badgers taking on a “bend, don’t break” stance being outshot 34-14 on…

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Police news, published Jan. 29, 2026

January 29, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026: 8:12 a.m., vehicle slide-off — no damage or injury, US 31 freeway at 165 mile marker, Summit Township. 5:26 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, Stiles Road south of Sugar Grove…

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Varsity Wrestling: Orioles split meets in Whitehall quad

January 29, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. WHITEHALL — Ludington split its two meets at a quad meet hosted by Whitehall High School Wednesday. The Orioles defeated the Ravenna Bulldogs 38-18 but dropped to the Hesperia Panthers 59-11. Picking…

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Obituary: Timothy Segelstrom, 59, of Fountain

January 29, 2026

Timothy Allen Segelstrom, 59, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Tim was born in Muskegon, and later moved to Scottville, where he met his devoted wife, Joanne. Together they built a life in Fountain, where they raised their family and made a home filled with lasting memories. Tim loved…

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Man sent to prison for unlawfully imprisoning woman

January 28, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 55-year-old Ludington man was sentenced to three to 15 years in prison for convictions of unlawful imprisonment, assault with a dangerous weapon and domestic violence in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 27.  Thomas James Parker pleaded guilty to the charges Dec. 9, 2025.  He was arrested on Thursday, Sept. 4,…

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Man sentenced to prison for fleeing from deputy in stolen vehicle

January 28, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 56-year-old Manistee man was sentenced to two to 20 years in prison for convictions of receiving and concealing stolen property and fleeing and eluding police in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 27. Raymond Anthony Gonzalez pleaded guilty to the charges Dec. 2. Judge Susan K. Sniegowski sentenced Gonzalez to two…

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Man sentenced to prison for delivery/manufacture of meth

January 28, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 60-year-old man was sentenced to two to 20 years in prison for a conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 27. Kenneth Wayne Plumpton pleaded guilty to the charge July 29 following his arrest by the Ludington Police Department, according to court records. The date of the offense was April 15,…

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Winter weather advisory in effect until Thursday morning

January 28, 2026

MASON COUNTY — A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service for several west Michigan counties, including Mason and Oceana counties, is in effect until 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29. Additional snow accumulation of up to 3 inches is expected. Slippery road conditions will persist. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Visibilities…

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Obituary: Lorree Kay Keating, 70, of Ludington

January 28, 2026

Lorree Kay Keating, 70, of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in the comfort of her home. Born April 26, 1955, in Ludington, Lorree was the daughter of the late Richard and Doris (Hansen) Hammond. She graduated from Mason County Central High School, class of 1974. Lorree married Michael Keating in July of 1995, and they shared many…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Central scores conference win over Shelby

January 27, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. Photos and story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central defeated the Shelby Tigers 64-41 in West Michigan Conference Lakes Division play Tuesday. “It came down to free throws and…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: LHS tops Orchard View

January 27, 2026

MCP/OCP 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 Orioles defeated Orchard View 78-53 in West Michigan Conference Lakes Division play Tuesday. Ludington exploded out of the gates and took a 23-6 lead in the first quarter.…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Spartans fall to Whitehall

January 27, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. WHITEHALL — The Whitehall Vikings defeated Mason County Central Tuesday 52-46. “One bad quarter sunk us tonight,” said MCC Coach Brent Lyon. “The second quarter was our downfall. That being said we…

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High School Bowling: Two wins in a row for Orioles against MCC

January 27, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Both Ludington bowling teams scored their second win in a row against Mason County Central Tuesday in a makeup game at Stix/Park Lanes. Ludington girls won 31-0 and the…

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Moolenaar launches re-election in Michigan’s 2nd District

January 27, 2026

John Moolenaar (R-Midland) recently announced he is running for re-election in Michigan’s Second Congressional District. “With Republicans leading in the House, real progress has been made to restore common sense in Washington and get America back on track,” states a press release from his office.. “Over the past year, Republicans have delivered major wins for working families by cutting taxes,…

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Closings and cancellations, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026

January 27, 2026

The following closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP and OCP for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. This list may be updated. Schools: Hesperia Community Schools Manistee Area Public Schools Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee Walkerville Public Schools Athetlics Hesperia vs. Mason County Eastern girls basketball game Hart vs. Hesperia boys basketball game Hart vs. Spring Lake girls basketball games Pentwater…

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Slippery roads continue to plague motorists

January 27, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. Winter continues to hold its icy grip on west Michigan, creating dangerous driving conditions. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office handled several crashes and slide-offs on slippery roads Monday, Jan. 26, including: 8:25 a.m., vehicle slide-off, no damage or injury, Stiles and Washington roads,…

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Wexford-Missaukee ISD and WSCC partnership wins at SkillsUSA

January 27, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. ATLANTA, Ga. — A collaborative partnership between Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District (ISD) and West Shore Community College is opening doors for students and leading to national recognition. Seven students from the Wexford-Missaukee Career Technical Center (CTC) and West Shore Community College competed at the…

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Employment: Special Education Paraprofessional

January 27, 2026

Employment: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional.  High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email…

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Employment: Student Success Facilitator

January 27, 2026

  Employment: Student Success Facilitator This is a paid posting, published until Feb. 10, 2026.

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Employment: School Bus Aide

January 27, 2026

Employment: School Bus Aide West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Bus Aide. High School diploma required; 2 years experience working with students preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or…

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Employment: Middle School Interventionist Instructional Assistant

January 27, 2026

Employment: Middle School Interventionist Instructional Assistant This is a paid posting, published until Feb. 10, 2026. 

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