Ronald L. (Ron) Gillis, 78, of Glenrock, Wyo., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30,2026 in Casper, Wyo. with his wife Beverly and his dog Charlie by his side. Ron was born in Ludington on Dec.. 6, 1947, to John and Olga Gillis. He grew up on the family farm in Pentwater. He was expected to work the family farm,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A thick haze settled over Mason County and much of the Great Lakes region Wednesday as smoke from dozens of wildfires burning in Canada drifted south into Michigan, prompting a statewide air quality alert. The smoke originated primarily from large wildfires burning in northwestern Ontario, particularly north of Lake Nipigon and near the Manitoba…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 43-year-old Shelby man died after reportedly diving into a swimming pool in the 4800 block of West Birch Lane Tuesday afternoon, July 14, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “On Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 4:20 PM, emergency crews responded to the 4800 block of West Birch Lane in Mason County’s Summit Township for a…
Editorial: Public concern over proposed data centers is understandable. Questions about energy consumption, water use, noise, land use and tax incentives deserve careful scrutiny. Communities should ask hard questions before approving any major industrial development. But there is an irony that often goes unmentioned. Many of the loudest critics of data centers are expressing their opposition on Facebook, posting videos…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Tuesday, July 14, 2026: 12:42 a.m., alarm activation, Pere Marquette Township. 5:20 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Custer Road north of US 10, Village of Custer. 9 a.m., a 30-year-old Manistee man was arrested for…
The fall school sports season will soon be here, and once again we are seeking sponsors to help cover the cost of providing this service to our readers. Businesses and individual supporters have the opportunity to sponsor one season, two seasons or all three sports seasons. Discounts are available for multiple-season sponsorships. Last year, Mason County Press and Oceana County…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an ASM Tech English Specialist-Part-time. Michigan secondary teacher certification or equivalent in the area of English or Communications required. 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, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431…
Larry Taylor, 61, of Scottville passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026. Larry will be remembered by all who knew and loved him, and his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends. Larry is survived by his children, Cory Taylor, Nikki Taylor, and Iesha Mitchell; several grandchildren; his mother, Mary Thrash; his father,…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a High School Math Specialist-Part-Time. Michigan secondary teacher certification or equivalent in the area of Mathematics required. 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, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee, and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Calumet arrived in the Port of Ludington about 9 a.m. today, delaying the S.S. Badger’s scheduled 9 a.m. departure to Manitowoc, Wisconsin, by about 30 minutes. Just before 9 a.m.,…
UPDATE: 1:05 p.m.: The subject has been located and there is no emergency. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Emergency personnel are at the Ludington State Park responding to a text message to Mason-Oceana 911 from a person stating he/she may be trapped in the sand somewhere in the park. Mason County Sheriff’s Office and Hamlin Fire Department were initially dispatched to the…
LUDINGTON — Tickets are still available for Stage Left Theatre Company’s production of “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again],” which will be performed this weekend at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Performances will take place Thursday, July 16, through Sunday, July 19, at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. Evening…
Like his biblical namesake, Enoch P. Olson was known as a man who walked with God. On Friday, July 10, 2026, he completed that lifelong walk by entering the actual presence of his Savior. He died peacefully at his home in Ludington, Michigan, at approximately 8 p.m. with his wife and granddaughter by his side. He was 96 years young.…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. West Shore ESD offers a competitive wage and fringe…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by Aquastar Cruises, aquastarcruises.com, and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MUSKEGON — Today was one of those epic moments that history buffs and boat nerds simply had to experience. My daughter, Sloane, and I joined my friend Shane and his daughter aboard the Aquastar excursion vessel at the…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Volunteers spent Monday cutting and shocking grain that will be used during next month’s Western Michigan Old Engine & Tractor Show, continuing a tradition that helps bring historic farming practices to life for thousands of visitors each summer. The grain harvested Monday will be used during live threshing demonstrations at the 52nd annual…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — Four people were arrested following a domestic disturbance early Sunday morning, July 12, according to the Ludington Police Department. At 4:03 a.m., officers from the Ludington Police Department and deputies from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 600 block…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Twisted Sticks R/C Club will host its annual Public Expo on Saturday, July 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the club’s flying field, 5950 W. Chauvez Road, west of the Mason County Campground. Admission is free, and the family-friendly event is open to the public. In the event of rain, the expo will…
The Mason County District Library and the Scottville Area Senior Center are partnering to offer two opportunities to experience live birds of prey during educational programs on Wednesday, July 15. The Outdoor Discovery Center of Holland will present “Birds of Prey” at 1 p.m. at the Mason County District Library’s Ludington branch, 217 E. Ludington Ave., followed by a second…
SCOTTVILLE — Hundreds of yellow rubber ducks will once again take to the Pere Marquette River during the annual Scottville Rubber Ducky Race, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8, at Riverside Park. The event, sponsored by the Scottville Downtown Development Authority in partnership with the Mason County Central Cross Country Team, begins at 3 p.m. when 1,000 numbered rubber ducks will…
Rev. Enoch Olson, 96, of Ludington, died on Friday, July 10, 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…
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