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MCC implements districtwide computer science instruction

February 4, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools has launched its first-ever, districtwide computer science program during the 2025–26 school year. The program introduces structured instruction from all grade levels, kindergarten through 12, as part of a long-term effort to prepare students for a technology-driven…

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We need your help

February 4, 2026

Folks, we really need your help. Before I continue, I want to thank those who have accepted our request and are now subscribing to the MCP/OCP Daily Briefing. We are asking for you to make a small monthly investment in order for us to continue…

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Police news, published Feb. 4, 2026

February 4, 2026

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: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026 – 8:09 p.m.: Single vehicle rollover crash, no injuries, US 31 freeway south of…

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Varsity Boys Basketball — MCC tops Orchard View

February 4, 2026

MUSKEGON — Mason County Central was victorious over the Orchard View Cardinals Tuesday night, winning 54-38. “It was a tight first half of basketball, with us leading 22–19 at the…

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Recent death: Lee Harold Boulton, 73, of Ludington

February 4, 2026

Lee Harold Boulton, 73, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing…

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Employment: Varsity Assistant Boys Track Coach

February 4, 2026

Employment: Varsity Assistant Boys Track Coach Mason County Central School District is hiring a High School Boys Assistant Varsity Track Coach for the 2025/2026 school year. For details and to…

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Recent death: Rev. B. Douglas Niemi, 86, of Ludington

February 4, 2026

Rev. B. Douglas Niemi, 86, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Employment: Care Team Position, Animal Hospital of Ludington

February 4, 2026

Care Team Position Openings at the Animal Hospital of Ludington Do you enjoy people and animals? Are you upbeat and positive? Do your friends refer to you as smiley and…

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Employment: Head Varsity Football Coach

February 4, 2026

  Employment: Head Varsity Football Coach This is a paid posting. Published until Feb. 18, 2026

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Girls Varsity Basketball: Tigers crush Spartans in conference play

February 3, 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. SCOTTVILLE —…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Orioles dominate ‘scrappy’ Orchard View

February 3, 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 —…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: Mesick defeats MCE

February 3, 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. Varsity Boys…

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Lake Jump fundraising begins

February 3, 2026

LUDINGTON — Fundraising for the 2026 Lake Jump has begun. This year’s beneficiary for the 27th annual event is the West Shore Amateur Association, which operates the West Shore Wolves…

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WSCC Fall Semeter Dean’s List

February 3, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has released its Dean’s List for the…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: MCE defeats GT Academy

February 3, 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. TRAVERSE CITY…

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JV Boys Basketball: Eastern defeats Walkerville

February 3, 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. CUSTER —…

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Employment Snowplow Drivers, winter/seasonal

February 3, 2026

Employment Snowplow Drivers, winter/seasonal The Mason County Road Commission is seeking Winter/Seasonal employees for the position of snowplow truck driver.  Applicants must be 18 years of age and possess a…

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Recent death: Benjamin Earl Dibble, 93, of Ludington

February 3, 2026

Benjamin Earl Dibble, 93, of Ludington, died on Monday, February 2, 2026. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: VanderHaag hits 1,000; Spartans fall to North Muskegon

February 2, 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. Story and…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: Orioles score conference win against Whitehall

February 2, 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 —…

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Youth Hockey: West Shore Wolves 10U earns district runner-up finish

February 2, 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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP…

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