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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Less than five months after being hired by South Haven Public Schools in October 2025, administrator Amy Cockburn has applied to be superintendent of Mason County Central Schools. Cockburn, pronounced “Co-burn,” told the South Haven Beacon at the time of her hiring that she believed South Haven was where she should be. According to…
LANSING — The Board of Directors of Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has unanimously approved a resolution to dissolve the organization, subject to all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. For nearly 90 years, MUCC has served as a unified voice for conservation in Michigan, championing hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts through advocacy, education, and partnerships with…
Thelma “Jean” Jensen Ohse, 87, of Custer passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Jean was born on July 29, 1938 in Lapeer, the daughter of Leslie and Kathryn (Weir) Conant. Her family moved to Mason County where she grew up and attended Custer schools, graduating high school with the Mason County Eastern class of 1956. She was first married to Kenneth Quick,…
Joann Kucera, 83, formerly of Irons, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on April 7, 1942, in Coleman, to the late John and Mary Ann (Behrens) Salusky. Joann graduated from Coleman High School in 1960 and went on to earn her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Mercy Central Hospital School…
Robin Lynn Oliver, 67, of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Robin was born on March 26, 1959, in Ludington, the daughter of Donald John Richard and Marianne (Shoup) Oliver. She was a 1977 graduate of Mason County Central High School. During her high school years, she was active in choir, winning an award for her outstanding performance…
Dorothy J. Krause, 99, of Manistee, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the Medilodge of Ludington. She was born in Milwaukee, Wis. on Jan. 2, 1927, the daughter of the late Ella Cilman and Herman Yanke. She was a graduate of Kaleva High School, also La Parent Academy of Beauty in Grand Rapids; was an operator for several…
Mary M. Ramsey, 71, of Walhalla, died on Friday, May 1, 2026. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral and Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville. Listing of 2026 deaths Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths…
Karl Allen VanderVeer, 70, of Ludington, died on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local News Receive…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central School District Board of Education will interview four candidates for the superintendent position this week. Among them is Jason Lundin. From 2024 to 2025, Lundin served as superintendent of Beal City Public Schools. His departure from the district followed a public outcry over his leadership style. Initially, Lundin received high…
This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Hankwitz Heating & Cooling, 609 S. Washington Ave., Ludington; 231-843-2809. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Prime is expected to make its second visit to the Port of Ludington Monday afternoon, where it will dock at the OxyChem Ludington plant along Pere Marquette Lake to pick up another load of…
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. HESPERIA — Mason County Central’s varsity baseball team put together a complete performance Saturday, defeating Shelby 2-0 and rallying past host Hesperia 11-6 to capture the championship of the Ken Smith Wood Bat Memorial Tournament,…
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. PORTLAND — Ludington’s girls varsity tennis team finished runner-up Saturday at a multi-team tournament hosted by Portland, competing against Sturgis, Portland and Williamston. The Orioles’ lone flight championship came at No. 2 doubles, where Kennedy…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The public will have an opportunity to purchase bricks from the old Scottville High School, along with cabinets from the building, during the Scottville Clown Band concert on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Proceeds from the sale will be donated by the Clown Band to the Mason County Central band program. Many of the bricks will…
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. SHEPHERD — Ludington High School’s top distance runners delivered standout performances Friday at the Shepherd Bluejay Invite, highlighted by a record-breaking run from Oriole freshman Eliza Schwass in the elite girls 3200 meters. Schwass set…
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. BIG RAPIDS — Mason County Central’s girls track and field team proved it could compete with larger programs Friday, finishing fourth out of 10 teams at the Big Rapids Cardinal Invitational. Facing a deep field,…
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. TRAVERSE CITY — Ludington High School’s varsity boys and girls track teams turned in a solid showing against larger schools at the Ken Bell Invite in Traverse City. Walt Autrey led the Orioles with a…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will receive the first presentation of a proposed change to the ordinance regulating golf carts during its regular meeting Monday, May 4, 2026, at City Hall, 400 S. Harrison St. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at the Ludington Municipal Building, where council members will review Ordinance 590-26, which would amend…
LUDINGTON — The Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Volunteer Board will host a Mother’s Day Flower Sale on Thursday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Medical Office Building lobby at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital, 1 N. Atkinson Drive. Flowers for the sale are being provided by Weesies. Organizers say the event is centered on “giving for the…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Demolition of the former Scottville High School has begun, marking the end of a long-standing structure and the start of a potential new chapter for the site. The project is being overseen by the Mason County Land Bank Authority, which acquired the property after plans to rehabilitate the historic building proved financially unfeasible. The…
LUDINGTON — Ludington High School has named Noah Laman as its new head varsity boys basketball coach. Laman, a longtime presence in the Orioles program, most recently served as junior varsity head coach and a varsity assistant. He replaces Thad Shank, the winningest coach in school history. A Ludington graduate, Laman was a three-time varsity captain and part of the…
MASON COUNTY — A new community survey is asking people who live or work in Mason County to share their perspectives on opioid use as local leaders work to shape prevention, treatment and recovery efforts. The Mason County Community Opioid Steering Committee launched the survey to better understand how opioid use is affecting the community and to guide decisions on…
