MCP 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. Photos by Jeff Kiessel, MCP contributor CUSTER — Area 24 Special Olympics hosted its annual Custer Basketball Tournament Saturday, Jan. 10, at Mason County Eastern High School. Coaches: Please send your results…
MCP 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. HOLLAND — The Ludington Boys Swim and Dive Team had an impressive showing at the D3 Midseason Invitational Meet in Holland on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. The Orioles achieved five new state…
MCP 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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Badgers ended a four game winning streak Saturday, Jan. 10, during a home match against the Genesee Generals. “We came out with confidence riding a four…
MCP 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. GRAND RAPIDS — The Ludington Orioles continued their winning streak Saturday, Jan. 10, defeating Grand Rapids Covenant Christian 66-53 in a non-conference game. Ludington’s defense led the way holding a good Covenant…
MCP 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. PINE RIVER — Mason County Central finished fourth place at the Pine River Fallen Bucks invitational on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. “We started with wins over Coopersville 52-30 and Benzie Central 42-38,” said…
MCP 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. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Badgers scored another victory Friday night defeating New Boston Unity 11-1 during a home match at the West Shore Community Ice Arena. “The teams traded chances in…
MCP 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. MONTAGUE — The Ludington Orioles defeated the Montague Wildcats Friday, Jan. 9, 60-34 in West Michigan Conference play. “It was a great effort for all 32 minutes,” said LHS Coach Warren Stowe. “I…
MCP 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 — Marion defeated Mason County Eastern Friday, Jan. 9, 65-49. “The guys played really hard tonight, just got beat on the little things such as defensive rotations and foul trouble,” said…
This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Call it a miracle, good luck, or skill. But, on July 23, 1915, Frederick G. Snow, 33, of Ludington survived the worst maritime disaster on the Great Lakes. Had the event happened three days earlier, he never even…
MASON COUNTY — A winter weather advisory has been issued for portions of central and west central Michigan, including Mason and Oceana counties, beginning at 7 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, until 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches with locally higher amounts are possible and winds gusting as high as 35 mph Sunday morning.…
MCP 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 Grand Haven Buccaneers defeated the Ludington Orioles 49-26 Thursday evening at Hawley Gymnasium. “This was a tough loss to a very talented and well coached Grand Haven team,” said…
MCP 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 Boys swim and dive team prevailed in dual meets against Holland and Fremont on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. The Orioles won every event in their 113.5 to 65 victory…
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mum, Laura Lillian (Jones) Stubbs. Laura passed away peacefully at Oakview Medical Care Facility on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was 87 years old. Laura was born May 5, 1938, to Thomas and Florence (Phipps) Jones in Oxford, England. In 1954 when Laura was 16 years old, her…
MCP 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. FREMONT — Mason County Central earned second place and Ludington High School third place during competitive cheer competition at Fremont High School on Wednesday, Jan. 7. The competition was both teams’ West…
Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by love. Born October 10, 1962, in Marion, Katherine—affectionately known as Kathy or Kitty Kat—grew up in Cadillac, attended Marion Public School, and made Ludington her home in the 1980s, where she would build a life filled with love, laughter, and service…
MCP 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 — The Mason County Eastern girls basketball teams each scored wins Thursday evening, Jan. 8, at post-winter break home games. The varsity defeated Mesick 44-15. The junior varsity defeated Big Rapids…
Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by family. Melissa was born in Winfield, Ill. to Charles and Mary Couture on June 11, 1963. She will be remembered for her fun-loving nature, kindness, and strength. Melissa enjoyed nothing more than a simple day relaxing on the lake or spending quality time…
MCP 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. MONTAGUE — Ludington defeated Montague Thursday evening, Jan. 8, 75-33. Ludington had a big first half putting 44 points on the board and holding the Wildcats to 17. The Orioles got contributions…
Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief CUSTER — The 2026 Mason County Eastern High School homecoming court has been announced. The homecoming king and queen will be crowned during halftime of the homecoming game, Friday, Jan. 16, when the boys varsity basketball team takes on Grand Traverse Academy. The game begins at 7 p.m. Homecoming spirit week, “Cities Around the World,”…
LUDINGTON — A fundraising event to help Grant Township Fire Chief Ron Melchert will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Krave, 103 E. Ludington Ave. Melchert is currently undergoing treatment for stage 4 esophageal cancer. See related story here. _________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings…
LUDINGTON — The Mason-Lake Conservation District is hosting a land conservation seminar on Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 E. Ludington Ave. The event will also be available online. A panel of conservation experts from the Cadillac Area Land Conservancy, Land Conservancy of West Michigan, and the U.S. Department…
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