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 junior varsity softball team put together a complete performance Thursday night, sweeping Pine River in a West Michigan D League doubleheader at Spartan Community Field. The Spartans rolled to a…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The whistles of the Mason & Oceana Railroad have been silent for more than a century, but this spring local historians will once again bring the “Miserable & Ornery” back to life. Back by popular demand following 2024’s sold-out railroad history excursion, the Mason County Historical Society will host “Touring the Mason & Oceana Railroad” from…
Motorists traveling on North Custer Road in Mason County should expect delays beginning Tuesday, May 12 as paving work gets underway in Custer, Sherman and Free Soil townships. The Mason County Road Commission announced Custer Road will be reduced to one lane with flag control starting May 12 while crews complete hot mix asphalt paving and gravel shoulder work. The…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old Walhalla man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies on 13 criminal bench warrants issued in Mason County following a traffic stop at Koenig and Darr roads Tuesday, May 5, shortly after 2 a.m., said Mason County…
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karl Allen VanderVeer, 70, who died at his home in Ludington on April 30, 2026. Karl was born October 10, 1955, in Cadillac. After a brief time in foster care, he was welcomed into the loving home of Vernon and Elta VanderVeer. He grew up in Ludington, attended Ludington…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Jacob Duane Reynolds, 36, pleaded guilty March 10 to a felony of second-degree criminal sexual conduct and was sentenced to one year in jail with credit for two days served; five years probation; and $658 in fines and costs. Reynolds, who resides at 6014 E. Decker…
The following births have been reported: Everlee Jaine Martin, the daughter of Alyssa Wolever-Newcom and Christopher Martin of Walhalla, was born on Wednesday, May 6, 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…
James “Jim” Gaylord Parker, 85, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. He was born Nov. 17, 1940, in Hart, the son of Gaylord and Ellen (Everson) Parker. Jim graduated from Ludington High School. Afterwards he served in the U.S. Army. Jim was a life-long dairy and beef farmer who truly loved working on…
Employment: Custer Village Clerk The Village Council is currently seeking a qualified and dedicated individual to serve as our next Village Clerk. Applicants do NOT need to reside within the Village limits. This important role is responsible for maintaining official records, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, managing public communications, and supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the village. The ideal…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — The Riverton Fire Department will hold its annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 9 from 7 a.m. to noon at Riverton Township Hall, 2122 W. Hawley Rd. The event is a major fundraiser for the fire department with proceeds helping to offset costs not covered by the Mason County Rural Authority’s millage. Cost…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief EDEN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a pole barn in the 600 block of East Wilson Road, between Scottville and Darr roads, Wednesday afternoon. Three fire departments were dispatched the fire at 12:29 p.m. Upon arrival, the firefighters found the structure fully engulfed in flames. Mason County Rural Fire Authority units included Scottville, Riverton, and Custer. Other…
LUDINGTON — Mason County voters approved West Shore Community College’s 10-year capital improvement millage renewal proposal Tuesday, according to unofficial election results. However, the fate of the election is pending since Manistee County results have not yet been released. In Mason County, the proposal passed by a vote of 2,246 to 1,686, or about 57 percent to 43 percent. The…
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 — Lane Sterley recorded the first hole-in-one of his career Monday as the Mason County Central boys golf team competed in the West Michigan Conference Rivers Division fourth jamboree at Northwood Golf Course, hosted…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 30-year-old man was sentenced to prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, May 5, in three criminal files. Austin Michael Nead was sentenced by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski to a prison term of two to 15 years with credit for 146 days served in jail for convictions of tampering with an…
LUDINGTON — Mason County District Library will host Adam Oster, community engagement librarian for the Library of Michigan, on Monday, May 19 at 6 p.m. at the Ludington library branch, 217 E. Ludington Ave. Oster’s presentation will examine the role public libraries have played in Michigan communities from the territorial period through the modern era. Topics will include the leadership…
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 — The Ludington varsity softball team dropped a doubleheader to Holton on Wednesday night, falling 2-0 in the opener and 12-2 in the nightcap. Madison VanSickle pitched a complete game for the Orioles in…
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 — The Ludington Orioles remained unbeaten in West Michigan Conference Lakes Division play Tuesday night with an 8-0 victory over the Orchard View Cardinals at Oriole Field. Ludington improved to 9-5-1 overall and 7-0…
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.…
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