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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 Street in Scottville is scheduled for demolition within the next couple of weeks. The subject of this article, a donation of a 1919 SHS yearbook to the Mason County Historical…

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VSpartans 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 Sports Writer SHELBY – The Spartans traveled to Shelby for the Benona Shores Invitational this…

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Dangerous drug delivery warrant arrest tops police activity

April 30, 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, April 27, 2026: 9:16 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 35-year-old Hart man was arrested on an outstanding…

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Stage Left Theatre Co. scholarship application deadline approaching

April 30, 2026

LUDINGTON — The deadline to apply for the Stage Left Theatre Company’s 2026 scholarship program is approaching, with applications due May 10. Stage Left Theatre Company is a local non-profit…

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Libraries to host Cinco de Mayo taco party, film screening

April 30, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a taco party and a showing of the comedy film Nacho Libre. The event will take place…

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Obituary: Richard Joseph Knutson, 60, of Ludington

April 30, 2026

Richard Joseph Knutson, 60, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, in Ludington. Born on Dec. 13, 1965, in Grand Rapids, Richard was known for his loving and caring nature.…

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Obituary: Mary Kay Hradel, 84, of Free Soil

April 30, 2026

Mary Kay Hradel, 84, of Free Soil, known to all as Kay, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. She was born on May 28, 1941, in Mt. Pleasant, to…

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Employment: Human Resources Specialist

April 30, 2026

Employment: Human Resources Specialist West Shore Community College seeks an individual who is able to thrive in a role that requires careful attention to detail and the ability to manage…

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Employment: Landscape Designer

April 30, 2026

Employment: Landscape Designer Got an eye for design? Love creating outdoor spaces people actually enjoy? Larsen’s Landscaping is looking for an Experienced Landscape Designer to join our team in Scottville!…

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Detroit Tigers archivist visits Mason County Historical Society, Sports Hall of Fame

April 29, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — On Wednesday, local historian Dr. Bill Anderson gave a tour of Mason County historical and cultural preservation sites to Marcel Parent, director of curation…

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Spartans track sweeps Ravenna double dual

April 29, 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. RAVENNA — Mason County Central’s…

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Orioles track competes at Orchard View with multiple conference wins

April 29, 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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Whitehall sweeps Ludington softball in doubleheader

April 29, 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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington varsity…

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Spartan baseball sweeps OV behind balanced offense, strong pitching

April 29, 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. MUSKEGON — Mason County Central…

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Orioles tennis drops dual match at Mona Shores

April 29, 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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Ludington boys golf wins WMC jamboree with balanced effort

April 29, 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. MONTAGUE — Ludington’s varsity boys…

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Recent births, published April 29, 2026

April 29, 2026

The following births have been reported: Charlotte Catherine Durham, the daughter of Montana Robbins and Patrick Durham of Ludington, was born on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…

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Whitehall sweeps LHS in JV softball doubleheader

April 29, 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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington junior…

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Employment: Certified Pesticide/Fertilizer Technician:

April 29, 2026

Employment: Certified Pesticide/Fertilizer Technician: Looking for a solid career working outdoors? Larsen’s Landscaping in Scottville is hiring a Certified Pesticide Applicator and Fertilization Technician! Join a team that takes pride…

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Former White Pine Village admissions building to be razed

April 28, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Demolition of a former administration building at Historic White Pine Village is scheduled to take place Wednesday, April 29. Scheduled to be…

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Farm Science Lab to visit MCC elementaries; Ag Night set May 6

April 28, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The Michigan Farm Bureau’s FARM Science Lab — part of the…

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