LUDINGTON — A 46-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for arson of personal property Tuesday, June 30, shortly before 5 p.m. following an illegal burning complaint in the 800 block of East Danaher Street, according to Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones. Police officers made contact with the man earlier that day around 2 p.m. in the same…
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, July 29, 2026: 8:25 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 36-year-old Ludington man cited for driving while license suspended…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. WEARE TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — Students entering fifth through eighth grades this fall will have the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture…
The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Mason County until 1 p.m. today as a strong storm moves across the area. At 11:53…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village will celebrate its 50th anniversary Friday, July 3, with a day of free admission, historical demonstrations, special ceremonies…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Three juveniles were identified as potential suspects and will be referred to juvenile court authorities following a break-in and theft from a vehicle on Wallace Lane…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. Photos and story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MUSKEGON — Longtime Muskegon journalist and community leader Dave Alexander…
Yvonne Jeanette Carlson, 90, of Ludington passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at home. She studied art at West Shore Community College and with private instructors. She shared her…
The following births have been reported: Raiden Alan Lytle, the son of Leena Lytle and Dakota Price of Manistee, was born on Friday, June 26, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…
David LeRoy Lilleberg, 90, of Custer, died peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL — The former Free Soil School building, which educated generations of northern Mason County students for nearly a century, was demolished Monday as residents…
AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 75-year-old Fountain woman was seriously injured Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 10-31 and Stiles Road. Emergency personnel were dispatched to…
LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band will hold its annual Patriotic Concert on Tuesday, June 30, at the Waterfront Park pavilion. This year’s performance will feature the Ludington High School…
MASON COUNTY — A large portion of the western portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, including, Mason and Oceana counties, is under an extreme heat warning beginning at 2 p.m. Monday,…
BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 15-year-old boy, who was riding a bicycle and pulling a wagon behind it, received minor injuries in a hit-and-run crash on US 10 east of Walhalla…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI/SCI. Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Educational STEM Specialist. Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our…
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 over the weekend: Friday, June…
Joseph Sherman Frame, known affectionately as Joey, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 36 in his hometown of Terra Haute, Ind. Born on Feb. 2,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Visitors attending Historic White Pine Village’s 50th anniversary celebration on Friday, July 3, will be the first to experience two new…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Twelve Flipstar Gymnastics athletes brought home 41 national medals, including 12 top-three podium finishes, one national championship, five national runner-up titles and three Junior Olympic Games qualifiers…
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