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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. SHELBY — The Mason County Central boys and girls track teams closed out the regular season Tuesday night with strong performances at a West Michigan Conference Rivers Division tri-meet against Shelby and Hesperia. The Lady…
EAST LANSING — Michigan State University Extension will host two webinars this year designed to help local government officials better understand policy options related to short-term rentals. The 90-minute “Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities” programs will explore trends and research surrounding short-term rentals, commonly known as STRs, and provide guidance on where communities can find local data to…
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 closed out the regular-season West Michigan Conference schedule in strong fashion Tuesday night, with both the Orioles boys and girls track and field teams earning victories in a meet against Montague and…
Marilyn Jane Wilder, 76, of Scottville, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 4, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Marilyn was born in Ludington to Robert and Myrtle (Christensen) Carr. Marilyn was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She often said her family was the greatest joy in her life.…
Employment: Collaborative Services Coordinator West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Collaborative Services Coordinator. Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or business required. A minimum of 3 years of successful experience is preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD,…
Employment: School Social Worker-Special Education West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a School Social Worker – Special Education. Master’s degree from a School of Social Work graduate program approved by the Michigan Board of Education required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education has narrowed its choice of superintendent candidates from three to two, selecting Jason O’Dell and Jeff Tuka as finalists. The board interviewed Amy Cockburn and O’Dell Monday evening and Tuka on Tuesday. Candidate Jason Lundin had been scheduled to be interviewed Tuesday but withdrew his application. Cockburn…
This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by House of Flavors Restaurant, 402 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington; houseofflavorsrestaurants.com By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Tuesday was a busy day for boat watching in the Port of Ludington, with two vessels departing and two arriving around noon. The MV Prime tanker, escorted by the tug Sarah Andrie, began departing the OxyChem dock…
Story and photo by Jeff Kiessel, MCP contributor LUDINGTON — Ten Ludington High School seniors have been selected by their classmates as finalists for the Class of 2026 All-Around Senior Award, continuing a long-standing tradition within Ludington Area School District. The finalists are Walton Autrey, Ava Carlson, Amelia Hatch, Luke Kwietniewski, Lydia Kwietniewski, Ian Lundberg, Madilyn Lynn, Colin Shelton, Lilly…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Three male juveniles from Mason County were injured in a single-vehicle crash in the 4900 block of Sherman Road near Fountain Road Sunday, May 3, shortly before 7 p.m., according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Michael Cuevas of the Hart post. “All three were transported to Corewell Health Ludington Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and then transported to…
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 — Ludington dropped a nonconference softball doubleheader to Fremont on Tuesday at Oriole Field, falling 10-0 and 11-1. Madison VanSickle went the distance in the opener, pitching seven innings while allowing 14 hits and…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central’s varsity baseball team piled up 26 hits and got solid outings on the mound to sweep Hesperia 10-6 and 14-3 (five innings) Tuesday at Spartan Community Field. In Game 1,…
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. FREMONT — Ludington High School’s girls varsity tennis team closed out the conference dual portion of its schedule in dominant fashion Tuesday, defeating Fremont 8-0 on the road. The Orioles completed the dual season with…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central’s softball team took both games of a home doubleheader against Hesperia on Tuesday at Spartan Community Field, winning 12-2 in the opener and 7-4 in the nightcap. In Game 1,…
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. FREMONT — Ludington’s junior varsity softball team fell to Fremont in a doubleheader on Tuesday, falling 16-3 and 16-1. Rayne Holtrust started on the mound and took the loss in Game 1. Mayra Martinez started…
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. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Ludington held off a tight field Tuesday afternoon to win its home West Michigan Conference Lakes Division boys golf jamboree at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. The Orioles posted a +21 team score…
The following births have been reported: Isaiah Joseph Brewer, the son of Jody and Wes Brewer of Free Soil, was born on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births __________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…
David John Olszewski, known affectionately as Papa Dave, of Sarasota, Florida, died at age 80 on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Dave was born on Dec. 19, 1945, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Edward Olszewski and Helen Becic Olszewski. He served honorably as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. A faithful Catholic, Dave will…
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Earl Dean, who left this world peacefully at his home in Ludington, on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Ludington, on April 5, 1962, Mark lived a life rich with love, laughter, and dedication to family and…
Captain Richard “Rich” Laaksonen, 59, of Ludington, a legendary figure of the Michigan charter fishing community and a true outdoorsman, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Rich was a passionate fisherman and a loyal friend who lived his life by the words tattooed over his heart: “Fishing is my passion, my family is my life.” Born on January 5,…
HESPERIA — The Mason County Central junior varsity softball team used a high-powered offense and solid pitching to sweep Hesperia on Monday, winning 22-12 and 10-1. In the opener, the Spartans erupted for 22 runs, backed by Brooke Hawke’s complete-game effort in the circle. Hawke pitched six innings, allowing nine hits and seven walks while striking out five and giving…
