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Man pleads to conspiracy to commit armed robbery

March 13, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old man pleaded no contest to conspiracy to commit armed robbery and fourth-offense habitual offender in Mason County’s 51 Circuit Court Thursday, March 12.  Tyler Austin Hendrickson conspired with Travis William Malone, 31, to commit the armed robbery, said Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand. Malone had also conspired with Rob Roger…

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Former teacher and coach charged with CSC

March 13, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A former Shelby High School teacher and varsity boys soccer coach has been charged in Mason County’s 79th District Court with a felony of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) stemming from a Nov. 7, 2021 incident, according to…

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MCC closing early due to power outages

March 13, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools will close early today due to power outages. Superintendent Jeff Mount reported that three of the district’s four Scottville buildings have lost power this morning. Victory Early Childhood Center in Victory Township was closed as well, due to a…

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Police news, published March 13, 2026

March 13, 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: Thursday, March 12, 2026:…

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Seawall inspection may move Ludington closer to hosting cruise ships

March 12, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council recently approved an underwater inspection of the seawall at Waterfront Park as the city prepares to potentially accommodate cruise ships…

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LASD superintendent candidates each have ties to area

March 12, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Three men, each with local ties, are vying for the position of the next superintendent of Ludington Area School District. During a special meeting…

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High wind warning issued

March 12, 2026

MASON COUNTY — A high wind warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for a large portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, including Mason County, that is in effect…

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Learning about the weapons that created a nation

March 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — During the latest presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s 2026 speaker series Wednesday Jerry Berg of the Military History Academy discussed various weapons and battlefield tactics that…

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Motorcyclist who led police on high-speed chase receives delayed sentence 

March 12, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor  LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Custer woman who led police on a high-speed chase with a motorcycle last fall received an 11-month delayed sentence in Mason…

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Mason County Recreation now enrolling for youth summer leagues

March 12, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Recreation is now registering for youth summer leagues in baseball, softball and t-ball. The program is open for area children ages 4-15 and is administered through…

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Police news, published March 12, 2026

March 12, 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 9, 2026:…

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Recent births, published March 12, 2026

March 12, 2026

Dorothy May Engstrom, the daughter of Alexandria and David Engstrom of Manistee, was born on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2026…

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Recent death: Deborah Juanita Krajkiewicz, 65, of Scottville

March 12, 2026

Deborah Juanita Krajkiewicz, 65, of Scottville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon Campus.  She was born February 27, 1961, the daughter of Raul and Cachita…

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Legal Notice: To Nikita Nickelson in the Matter of Gary Nickelson

March 12, 2026

State of Michigan 51st Judicial Court – Family Division, Mason County Case No. 24-73-NA To Nikita Nickelson In the matter of Gary Nickelson: A hearing regarding ADJUDICATION AND TERMINATION OF…

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Legal Notice: To Michael Nickelson in the Matter of Gary Nickelson

March 12, 2026

State of Michigan 51st Judicial Court – Family Division, Mason County Case No. 24-73-NA To Michael Nickelson In the matter of Gary Nickelson: A hearing regarding ADJUDICATION AND TERMINATION OF…

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LASD to interview three superintendent candidates

March 11, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area School District Board of Education has selected three candidates to be interviewed for the position of superintendent. Those candidates include: Frank Marietta, Travis Walker and…

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Habitual offender sentenced to prison

March 11, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 52-year-old man was sentenced to two to 30 years in prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, March 10, for convictions of methamphetamine/ecstasy possession, felony firearm,…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published March 11, 2026

March 11, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced Tuesday, March, 10, in  Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Cora Jean Libby, 57, pleaded guilty Jan. 13 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and and third-offense habitual…

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Obituary: Nancy Joanne Anderson, 82, of Ludington

March 11, 2026

Nancy Joanne Anderson, 82, of Ludington, left this world unexpectedly but peacefully in the comfort of her home to enter into the presence of the Lord on Thursday, March 5,…

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Obituary: Linda Marlene (Boals) Olson, 86, of Ludington

March 11, 2026

Linda Marlene (Boals) Olson, 86, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026. Linda was born on November 22, 1939, in Ludington, to the late Marlen Boals and Lavona…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Orioles fall to Freeland in quarterfinals

March 10, 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. MT. PLEASANT…

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