Linda Carol (Brown) Ayers, 86, went to her eternal home in heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Linda was born on April 13, 1939, in Durand. Except for a few years spent living out of state, Michigan was always her home and held her heart. Over the years, she lived in Durand, Cadillac, Flint, Ludington, and most recently Hart, where…
Marilyn Jane (Wetmore) Olmstead, 97, of Ludington, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025. Born on April 1, 1928, in Highland Park, Marilyn was the daughter of the late William F. and Dorothy M. (Brown) Wetmore. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor of arts degree. She married the love of her life, Robert Chandler Olmstead, on…
Dixie Lee Bogvad, 88, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday January 29, 2026. She graduated from Scottville High School. On December 12, 1953, Dixie married Dale A. Bogvad and they shared 44 years together before Dale’s passing in 1997. Dixie was a cherished member of the First Methodist Church of Scottville. She is survived by her daughters Doreen (John…
Gary Lee Finkbeiner, 68, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in his home. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Gary lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him. Gary is survived by his beloved wife,…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central ended its losing streak Thursday by defeating the Holton Red Devils 36-28 in West Michigan Conference Rivers Division play. Tonight we stopped the losing streak that we…
Wind chills of 15-20 below zero are expected across most of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and the eastern portion of the Upper Peninsula from midnight Thursday, Jan. 29, until 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30…
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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Oakridge Eagles Thursday, 57-22. “Great team win for our group,” said LHS Coach Warren Stowe. “We came out with strong effort and set the tone…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational School District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. MONTAGUE — The West Shore FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapter competed at districts hosted by Montague High School Wednesday. Though the team fell short of advancing to the regionals, their coach, Mark Willis, said they competed…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor MANISTEE — Emergency medical workers from Mason and Oceana counties will receive critical training and engage in professional networking during a conference this weekend at the Little River Casino in partnership with West Shore Community…
Boot camp recommended By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 35-year-old Hart man was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 27, to prison for a conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine, along with several other convictions. Kash Verlyn Valley, pleaded guilty Jan. 14, 2025 to delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine; possession of cocaine, heroin or another narcotic; driving while…
LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old man was sentenced to prison for convictions of third-degree fleeing a police officer, fourth-degree fleeing a police officer and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 27. Antonio Lee Aubrey pleaded guilty to the charges, Nov. 4, 2025. Judge Susan K. Sniegowski sentenced Aubrey to concurrent terms of five to 20 years and…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Harvey Darnell John Jackson, 29, pleaded no contest Oct. 28 to one count of assaulting a prison/jail employee and guilty to a second count of assaulting a prison/jail employee and one count of assault with a dangerous weapon and was sentenced Jan. 27 to one…
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. WHITEHALL — Mason County Central was victorious in its matches at a quad meet at Whitehall High School Wednesday night, defeating the Montague Wildcats, 45-36, and the Fremont Packers, 48-35. “It was…
MASON COUNTY — A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service for several west Michigan counties, including Mason and Oceana counties, has been extended until 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29. It was originally slated to end at 10 a.m. “Roads will remain slick and hazardous,” states NWS. “Visibility and road conditions may change rapidly over short distances in…
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 — Mason County Eastern defeated the Walkerville Wildcats in West Michigan D play Wednesday, 50-38. “The varsity team was strong on the glass all night,” said MCE Coach Jake Smith. “Annabelle…
Mary Elaine (Jebavy) Krieg, 73, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Mary Elaine was born on June 3, 1952, the daughter of the late Otto and Katherine (Brewer) Jebavy. She was a 1969 graduate of Ludington High School. After graduation she attended Ferris State College, earning her nursing degree. On June 7, 1973, she married Jim Krieg;…
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. OAKRIDGE — Mason County Central placed fifth in West Michigan Conference competition hosted by Oakridge High School Wednesday. Twelve teams competed. “We had a pretty rough competition yesterday scoring season lows in…
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. FRUITPORT — The Lakeshore Badgers fell to the Grand Haven Buccaneers Wednesday evening 3-1. The contest was tight with the Badgers taking on a “bend, don’t break” stance being outshot 34-14 on…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026: 8:12 a.m., vehicle slide-off — no damage or injury, US 31 freeway at 165 mile marker, Summit Township. 5:26 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, Stiles Road south of Sugar Grove…
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. WHITEHALL — Ludington split its two meets at a quad meet hosted by Whitehall High School Wednesday. The Orioles defeated the Ravenna Bulldogs 38-18 but dropped to the Hesperia Panthers 59-11. Picking…
Timothy Allen Segelstrom, 59, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Tim was born in Muskegon, and later moved to Scottville, where he met his devoted wife, Joanne. Together they built a life in Fountain, where they raised their family and made a home filled with lasting memories. Tim loved…
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