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Radiant Church expands into Oceana County with Hart campus

March 27, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HART — There is a strong sense of redemption at Hart’s newest place of Christian worship. Located at 314 S. State St., Radiant Church held its first services last Sunday, drawing two packed gatherings. A total of 399 people attended the church, an extension of Radiant Church in Ludington. While hearts and souls will be renewed…

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Child Abuse Prevention Month highlights family support, safety initiatives

March 27, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center is joining communities across the country this April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Observed nationally through Prevent Child Abuse America and in Michigan through Children Trust Michigan, the month is dedicated to educating adults about child…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published March 27, 2026

March 27, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Dillon James Swinney, 26, pleaded guilty Jan. 21 to third-offense operating while intoxicated, driving while license suspended and transporting an open intoxicant in a vehicle and was sentenced March 24 to…

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Domestic violence, meth arrests top police activity

March 27, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Thursday, March 26, 2026: 3:12…

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Obituary: Lynette Marie Lehman, 61 of Oklahoma City, formerly of Ludington

March 27, 2026

Lynette Marie Lehman, 61 of Oklahoma City, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Lynette, affectionately known as Nettie, was born on June 25, 1964, the daughter…

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Summit Tech students build bookshelves for Scottville, Walkerville elementary classrooms

March 26, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Students in the construction…

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Man charged with a dozen felonies in child abuse cases

March 26, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 43-year-old Scottville man faces 12 felony counts in two separate criminal cases involving child abuse and assault. Michael Reece Herndon was recently…

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Fleeing suspect arraigned on 7 charges

March 26, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The 31-year-old Wellston man who was tackled by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy to stop him from allegedly fleeing from police Wednesday, March…

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MCC forensics team earns strong finishes, prepares for state competition

March 26, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central High School Forensics Team continues to see…

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LHS Charity Week raises over $3,000 for Lakeshore Food 4 Kids

March 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington High School students raised more than $3,000 for a local nonprofit during the school’s annual Charity Week, organized by the LHS Student Council. This year’s fundraising effort…

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Police news, published March 26, 2026

March 26, 2026

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: Monday, March 23, 2026:…

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DNR: Steelhead fishing improving across West Michigan rivers

March 26, 2026

LANSING — Steelhead fishing is picking up across rivers in West Michigan as anglers take advantage of improving spring conditions, according to the latest weekly fishing report from the Michigan…

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Senior centers receive $22K to combat social isolation

March 26, 2026

Senior organizations in Mason County are receiving a boost in funding aimed at reducing loneliness and improving quality of life for older adults. Molina Healthcare of Michigan, in collaboration with…

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Great Lakes Energy names new vice president of communications, member experience

March 26, 2026

BOYNE CITY — Great Lakes Energy has named Kari Crouse as its new vice president of communications and member experience. Crouse will lead the cooperative’s communication strategy, strengthen member engagement…

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Varsity Softball: Ludington sweeps season-opening doubleheader from MCC

March 26, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. Photos and reporting by Rob…

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Recent death: James Paul Vernier, 22, of Fort Carson, Colorado, formerly of Free Soil

March 26, 2026

  James Paul Vernier, 22, of Fort Carson, Colorado, formerly of Free Soil, died on Monday, March 23, 2026. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026,…

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Recent births, published March 26, 2026

March 26, 2026

The following births have been reported: Jonah Michael Schuler, the son of Calley Schuler and Gavin Schuler of Shelby, was born on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Melody Rose Reeder, the…

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Varsity Baseball: Spartans, Orioles split season-opening doubleheader

March 26, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON…

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Obituary: James F. Hartman, 79, of Scottville

March 26, 2026

James F. Hartman, 79, of Scottville, formerly of Hillsdale, died Tuesday, March 24, 2026. James, known as Jim or Jimmy, was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., the son of the…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Orioles tie Big Rapids, move to 0-2-1 on season

March 26, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports…

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JV Softball: Spartans dominate Orioles in season opener

March 26, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central opened the junior varsity softball season Wednesday with a sweep of Ludington, winning 21-1 and 29-0 at Spartan Community Field. In game 1, the Spartans…

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