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MCP/OCP Daily Briefing is 33 cents a day compared to $2 for a newspaper

January 1, 2026

For 33 cents a day you can receive the Mason County Press/Oceana County Press Daily Briefing via email.  The Daily Briefing, sent out each weekday afternoon, includes the day’s headlines with links to the stories. Special breaking news and sports emails are also sent to subscribers. The cost is $10 per month, which is about 33 cents per day —…

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The remarkable career of Capt. Joseph Russell

December 31, 2025

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 Captain Joseph Russell had a remarkable career that consisted of many historical milestones. The first ship he sailed…

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Man who stole vehicle from crash scene arrested after 3 county pursuit

December 31, 2025

SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Oceana County  — A 39-year-old South Boardman was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 31, following a vehicle chase, after he allegedly stole a vehicle from a Manistee County crash scene. The chain of events began about 10:39 a.m. on US 31 near Fox Farm Road…

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JCI donates to local non-profits

December 31, 2025

LUDINGTON — JCI Ludington (formerly the Ludington Area Jaycees) recently awarded grants to eight local non-profit organizations. The funds were raised through sales at the Ludington Area Jaycees’ Mini Golf…

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Police news, published Dec. 31, 2025

December 31, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office: Tuesday, Dec. 30,…

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Recent births, published Dec. 31, 2025

December 31, 2025

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.  Senna Rose Marins de Oliveira, the daughter…

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Obituary: Charles Frederick Hayes, 90, of Ludington

December 31, 2025

Charles Frederick Hayes, 90, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Charlie was born on February 7, 1935, in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Frederick and Marjorie…

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Recent death: Allen Perry Mears, 55, of Ludington

December 31, 2025

Allen Perry Mears, 55, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services to assist the family in covering…

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LPD officers disciplined for conduct following traffic stop of off-duty officer

December 30, 2025

LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones issued a statement today regarding an incident that occurred last year involving an off duty Ludington police officer. Jones said the incident occurred…

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Mason County assistant prosecutor Mark Webb dies at age 67

December 30, 2025

‘What truly set Mark apart was how deeply he cared for the victims of crime.’ — Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand LUDINGTON — Mason County Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney…

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Winter weather advisory in effect through Thursday morning

December 30, 2025

MASON COUNTY — Several west Michigan counties, including Mason and Oceana, are included in a winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service, which remains in effect until Thursday,…

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Girls Varsity Wrestling: Orioles take wins at Montague tourney

December 30, 2025

MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, Fresh Coast Foam and Baker Ford Ludington.  MONTAGUE — Female members…

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Obituary: James Leroy Gable, 77, of Ludington

December 30, 2025

James Gable went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Jim was born in Huntington, Indiana, to Arthur E. and Edna (Zimpleman) Gable on August 15, 1948.…

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Police news, published Dec. 30, 2025

December 30, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, Dec.…

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Recent death: Sheriff Dewayne Robert Englebrecht, 88, of Ludington

December 30, 2025

Dewayne Robert “Bob” Englebrecht, 88, of Ludington, former Mason County sheriff, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Funeral arrangements at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2025…

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Recent death: Joyce Ellen Stong, 81, of Ludington

December 30, 2025

Joyce Ellen Stong, 81, of Ludington, died on Thursday, December 25, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home,…

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Former LASD superintendent to receive severance of over $425,000

December 29, 2025

  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Former Ludington Area School District superintendent Kyle Corlett, who resigned earlier this month, will be paid a severance of $425,327.08. He will be…

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VIDEO: Ludington bomb cyclone

December 29, 2025

Video and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The bomb cyclone hitting Michigan Monday, Dec. 29, put on a show at the Ludington shoreline. The storm brought 17 foot…

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Closings and cancellations for Monday, Dec. 29, 2025

December 29, 2025

The following are closed on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025: Caritas Food Pantry, Custer Hesperia Community Library The Ladder Community Center, Shelby Ludington Area Senior Center Mason County Meals on Wheels…

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WSCC offering free fitness classes

December 29, 2025

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is inviting members of the community to…

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Ludington PD news, published Dec. 29, 2025

December 29, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Ludington Police Department: Saturday, Dec. 27,…

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