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MCC superintendent candidate left former district with $200K severance

May 3, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central School District Board of Education will interview four candidates for the superintendent position this week. Among them is Jason Lundin. From 2024 to 2025, Lundin served as superintendent of Beal City Public Schools. His departure from the district followed a public outcry over his leadership style. Initially, Lundin received high…

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Tanker Prime expected to return to Ludington Monday; Spartan II tug laid up

May 3, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Hankwitz Heating & Cooling, 609 S. Washington Ave., Ludington; 231-843-2809. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Prime is expected to make its second visit to the Port of Ludington Monday afternoon, where it will dock…

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Ruiz dominates as Central baseball wins Hesperia tournament

May 3, 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. HESPERIA — Mason County Central’s varsity baseball team put together a complete performance Saturday, defeating Shelby 2-0 and rallying past…

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Sturgis edges Ludington tennis for title; Orioles claim one flight championship

May 3, 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. PORTLAND — Ludington’s girls varsity…

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Scottville Clown Band to sell old schoolhouse bricks, cabinets to benefit MCC band program

May 2, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The public will have an opportunity to purchase bricks from the old Scottville High School, along with cabinets from the building, during the Scottville…

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Schwass breaks LHS record, Grierson posts PR at Shepherd Bluejay Invite

May 2, 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. SHEPHERD — Ludington High School’s…

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Spartans track teams place 4th at Big Rapids Cardinal Invite

May 2, 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. BIG RAPIDS — Mason County…

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Autrey wins shot put as Orioles track compete at TC invite

May 2, 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. TRAVERSE CITY — Ludington High…

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Ludington city council to consider changes to golf cart ordinance

May 2, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will receive the first presentation of a proposed change to the ordinance regulating golf carts during its regular meeting Monday, May 4, 2026, at…

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Hospital volunteers to hold Mother’s Day flower sale

May 2, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Volunteer Board will host a Mother’s Day Flower Sale on Thursday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Medical Office…

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Demolition begins on former Scottville school, site eyed for housing development

May 1, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Demolition of the former Scottville High School has begun, marking the end of a long-standing structure and the start of a potential new chapter…

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Laman named LHS head varsity boys basketball coach

May 1, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington High School has named Noah Laman as its new head varsity boys basketball coach. Laman, a longtime presence in the Orioles program, most recently served as junior…

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Community opioid survey seeks public input in Mason County

May 1, 2026

MASON COUNTY — A new community survey is asking people who live or work in Mason County to share their perspectives on opioid use as local leaders work to shape…

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100,000 Chinook salmon fingerlings released into Big Sable River

May 1, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — On Thursday, 100,000 Chinook (king) salmon fingerlings were released into the Big Sable River at Ludington State Park. The fingerlings later made their…

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Police news, published Friday, May 1, 2026

May 1, 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 for Thursday, April 30, 2026:…

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Obituary: Rene Annette James, 66, of Ludington

May 1, 2026

Rene Annette James, 66, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday April 25, 2026. She was reunited with her beloved husband and soulmate, Larry James, who preceded her in death. Born…

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MCC golf finishes 8th at Wildcat Invitational

May 1, 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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MCC JV softball bests Evart in tight doubleheader

May 1, 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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Obituary: Diana Marie (Culp) Golosh, 66, of Traverse City

May 1, 2026

Diana Marie (Culp) Golosh, 66, of Traverse City, formerly of Benzie County, passed away on January 26, 2026. Diana was born on April 19, 1959, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter…

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1919 Scottville High School yearbook, diploma added to historical society collection

April 30, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Mason County Historical Society By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The old Scottville High School building on North Main…

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Spartans tie for 9th at Benona Shores golf invitational

April 30, 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…

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