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Moolenaar receives Medal of Merit from National Guard

March 5, 2026

Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States this week. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state and federal level for contributions to the National Guard. Moolenaar was presented the medal by the National Guard Association of Michigan. “For 390 years, dedicated guardsmen have served the United States as…

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Scottville man injured in 3-vehicle US 10 crash

March 5, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A 57-year-old Scottville man received minor injuries in a three-vehicle crash on US 10 east of Darr Road Wednesday, March 4, shortly after 7 a.m.,…

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79th District Court arraignments, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Kevin Scott Criss, 56, one count of third-degree child abuse and one count of third-degree child abuse — committed in the presence of a child. Offense date: Feb. 3, 2026. Agency:…

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Easter events 2026

March 5, 2026

The following Easter events scheduled for Oceana and Mason counties have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email:…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Walkerville prevails against Eastern in district semifinal

March 5, 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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Recent births, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

Sunshine Ray Ramirez, the son of Destiny Ramirez and Scott MacArthur of Scottville, was born on Friday, February 27, 2026. Delilah Dianne Grant, the daughter of Savannah Walters and Calvin Grant of…

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

March 5, 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 5, 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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Ludington nominated again for Best Historic Small Town

March 4, 2026

Click here to vote. LUDINGTON — Ludington is again being recognized for its rich history as a 2026 nominee for Best Historic Small Town by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice…

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Freighters that visit Ludington, Manistee ports sold

March 4, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief ST. CATHARINES, Ontario, Canada — A fleet of ships, including three that make visits to local ports, have been sold. Algoma Central Corporation recently acquired Mainstay…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: LHS falls to Big Rapids in district semifinals

March 4, 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. CADILLAC —…

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WSCC jazz band performs with Ferris State band

March 4, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press BIG RAPIDS — West Shore Community College Jazz Band I participated in a collaborative…

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LHS presents: “Little Women: The Musical”

March 4, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington High School Drama will present “Little Women: The Musical” March 12-15 at L.F. Peterson Auditorium. “Little Women: The Musical,” with a book by Allan Knee, music by…

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Fishing licenses now for sale

March 4, 2026

The new Michigan fishing license and regulation season begins Wednesday, April 1. The 2026 fishing licenses are available for purchase now and are valid through March 31, 2027. All anglers…

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Police news, published March 4, 2026

March 4, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, March 3, 2026: 6:54…

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Poet to perform at WSCC March 12

March 4, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with West Shore Community College. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Poetry in Motion, a live spoken word poetry performance by…

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Employment: Teacher Positions

March 4, 2026

Shelby Public School District is currently hiring teachers for the upcoming school year! If you or someone you know is passionate about education and making a difference in students’ lives,…

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MCC bands receive top ratings at festival

March 3, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SHELBY — The Mason County Central band program had a successful day on…

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Varsity Boys Basketball: Williams scores 1,000th point; LHS advances in regionals

March 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. BIG RAPIDS…

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31st MCC Community Auction takes place Saturday

March 3, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE —The 31st Mason County Central Community Auction will…

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MCC Chess Team ends season 3-3

March 3, 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 Chess Team ended its season…

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