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Ludington couple, Alma woman injured in US 10 crash

December 18, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — An elderly couple was injured in a two-vehicle crash on US 10 near Pere Marquette Highway after another vehicle pulled out into their path Wednesday, Dec. 17, around 5 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “A 26-year-old Alma, Mich. woman received minor injuries after the vehicle she was driving pulled into the path of…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Dec. 18, 2025

December 18, 2025

LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Donald Scott Knowles, 54, six counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Offense date: April 14, 2007. Ludington Police Department (LPD). Preliminary exam: Jan. 7 at 1:30 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety.…

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High School Wrestling: Spartans dominate the mats over Ravenna, Reeths Puffer

December 18, 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.  RAVENNA — Mason County Central scored dual wins Wednesday, Dec. 17, at a tri-meet hosted by Ravenna. The Spartans…

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MCE Boys Basketball: MCE varsity defeats Brethren

December 18, 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.  CUSTER — Mason County…

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High School Bowling: Montague defeats LHS

December 18, 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.  HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Montague…

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Winter weather advisory issued with flash freeze predicted

December 18, 2025

A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for several northern Lower Peninsula counties, including Mason County, beginning at 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, and continuing…

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Obituary: Dorothy Carol Boon, 96, of Ludington

December 18, 2025

After a long, rich life, Dorothy Carol Alexander Beeker Boon gently stepped out of this life and began eternity with Our Lord and those she loved who went before her. …

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Thank you from the Oriole Giving Tree committee

December 18, 2025

Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not…

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Local family to match final donations to foundation’s Campaign for Mason County

December 18, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County is in the final stretch of its Campaign for Mason County, a $5 million initiative launched last winter to triple the organization’s grant-making power.…

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Employment: Police Officer

December 18, 2025

Employment: Police Officer Job Posting: Full-time Police Officer (MCOLES Certified Preference) $10,000 hiring incentive for experienced, currently MCOLES certified officers Opening Date: Dec. 18, 2025 Closing Date: May 18, 2026…

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LASD interim superintendent sees great potential in district

December 17, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Last week, Mary Marshall took the helm as interim superintendent of Ludington Area School District. Marshall brings with her a diverse experience in education…

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LASD teachers, board approve new contract

December 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education and the Ludington Education Association came to agreement on the union’s contract for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. The…

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Capt. Muir commanded first Ludington ‘black boat’ until his death

December 17, 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 On the night…

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2026 Lake Jump to benefit youth hockey program

December 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Lake Jump Board has designated the beneficiary of the 2026 Jump to be the West Shore Amateur Hockey Association. The Lake Jump is scheduled for Saturday,…

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Charles ‘Chuck’ Hurd, 84, of Manistee

December 17, 2025

Charles “Chuck” William Hurd formerly of Manistee passed away at the home of his daughter and grandsons in VanBuren Township on Thursday, November 27, 2025.  He was the son of…

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Obituary: Beverly Fleetwood, 84, of Ludington

December 17, 2025

Beverly Fleetwood, 84, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, in Ludington. Born on October 30, 1941 in Harbor Springs, she was a cherished member of her community and a…

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Recent death: Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, of Ludington

December 17, 2025

Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com.   Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing…

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Boys Varsity Swimming: Sniegowski achieves state qualifying time; LHS defeats Manistee

December 16, 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.  LUDINGTON —  Ludington senior…

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Girls Varsity Basketball: Spartans top Hesperia in conference action

December 16, 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.  SCOTTVILLE — Mason County…

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Girls Varsity Basketball: Coopersville defeats LHS

December 16, 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.  COOPERSVILLE — The Coopersville…

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High School Girls Basketball: Bear Lake tops Cardinal teams

December 16, 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.  CUSTER — Mason County…

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