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Slippery roads continue to plague motorists

January 27, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. Winter continues to hold its icy grip on west Michigan, creating dangerous driving conditions. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office handled several crashes and slide-offs on slippery roads Monday, Jan. 26, including: 8:25 a.m., vehicle slide-off, no damage or injury, Stiles and Washington roads,…

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Wexford-Missaukee ISD and WSCC partnership wins at SkillsUSA

January 27, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. ATLANTA, Ga. — A collaborative partnership between Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District (ISD) and West Shore Community College is opening doors for students and leading to national recognition. Seven students from the Wexford-Missaukee Career Technical Center (CTC) and West Shore Community College competed at the…

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Fire severely damages Ludington house

January 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — A house at 716 E. Danaher St. was severely damaged by fire early Monday morning. Ludington Fire Department was called to the scene at 2:46 a.m. Ludington Fire Chief John Henderson said the home’s attached garage was on fire when fire units arrived on scene. The fire quickly extended into the remainder of the house and into its…

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Deputies respond to multiple crashes in treacherous conditions 

January 26, 2026

MASON COUNTY — Mason County sheriff’s deputies had a busy day Friday, Jan. 23, responding to multiple vehicle crashes in white-out conditions. A 59-year-old Manistee man and his passenger, a 44-year-old Manistee man, both received minor injuries following a rollover crash Friday at 12:34 p.m. on the US 31 freeway near the Ludington rest area in Summit Township, said Mason…

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Ties & Tutus Daddy Daughter Dance tickets on sale

January 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — Tickets are now on sale for the West Shore Family Support Ties & Tuts Daddy Daughter Dance. The fundraising event will be held Friday, March 6 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Radiant Church, 409 S. Washington Ave. The event offers fathers and father figures a special evening with their daughters, featuring dinner, dancing, photos, and a lively Glow…

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