Varsity Boys Basketball: Orioles win regional final, move into state quarterfinals

March 5, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. GAYLORD — The Ludington Orioles will advance into state quarterfinals following their win over Kingsford Thursday in the Michigan High School Athletic Association District 9 regional final hosted by Gaylord High School.…

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WSCC presents ‘The Crucible’ to MCC, LHS sophomores

March 5, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Last week, 10th grade students from Mason County Central High School and Ludington High School attended the West Shore Community College production of “The Crucible.”  In past seasons, WSCC has partnered with local elementary schools for student matinees of productions such…

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Moolenaar receives Medal of Merit from National Guard

March 5, 2026

Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States this week. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state and federal level for contributions to the National Guard. Moolenaar was presented the medal by the National Guard Association of Michigan. “For 390 years, dedicated guardsmen have served the United States as…

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Scottville man injured in 3-vehicle US 10 crash

March 5, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A 57-year-old Scottville man received minor injuries in a three-vehicle crash on US 10 east of Darr Road Wednesday, March 4, shortly after 7 a.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man’s vehicle was rear-ended while he was stopped…

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79th District Court arraignments, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Kevin Scott Criss, 56, one count of third-degree child abuse and one count of third-degree child abuse — committed in the presence of a child. Offense date: Feb. 3, 2026. Agency: Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Bail: $5,000/personal recognizance (PR). Preliminary exam: March 11 at 1:30…

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Easter events 2026

March 5, 2026

The following Easter events scheduled for Oceana and Mason counties have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email: editor@oceanacountypress.com. Begin the subject line with “Easter Event.” Friday, April 3, 2026 Ludington’s Cornerstone Baptist Church Community Good Friday Service, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2026: Silver Lake Sand Dunes…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Walkerville prevails against Eastern in district semifinal

March 5, 2026

MCP/OCP 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 — Walkerville defeated Mason County Eastern Wednesday in the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 4 District 110 semifinal. The Wildcats won 50-47. “We fell behind early and then it was…

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Recent death: Beth Clemensen, 73, of Scottville

March 5, 2026

Beth Clemensen, 73, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services 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 __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news…

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Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional

March 5, 2026

Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional.  High School diploma required; 2 years experience 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, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via…

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Recent births, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

Sunshine Ray Ramirez, the son of Destiny Ramirez and Scott MacArthur of Scottville, was born on Friday, February 27, 2026. Delilah Dianne Grant, the daughter of Savannah Walters and Calvin Grant of Custer, was born on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Weston Kade Crafard, the son of Hunter Harvey and Frederick Crafard II of Baldwin, was born on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Unless indicated,…

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Legal Notice: To Nikita Nickelson in the Matter of Gary Nickelson

March 5, 2026

State of Michigan 51st Judicial Court – Family Division, Mason County Case No. 24-73-NA To Nikita Nickelson In the matter of Gary Nickelson: A hearing regarding ADJUDICATION AND TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS will be conducted by the court on March 26, 2026 at 9 a.m. in the Mason County Courthouse Board of Commissioner’s Room, 304 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI…

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Legal Notice: To Michael Nickelson in the Matter of Gary Nickelson

March 5, 2026

State of Michigan 51st Judicial Court – Family Division, Mason County Case No. 24-73-NA To Michael Nickelson In the matter of Gary Nickelson: A hearing regarding ADJUDICATION AND TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS will be conducted by the court on March 26, 2026 at 9 a.m. in the Mason County Courthouse Board of Commissioner’s Room, 304 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI…

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Ludington nominated again for Best Historic Small Town

March 4, 2026

Click here to vote. LUDINGTON — Ludington is again being recognized for its rich history as a 2026 nominee for Best Historic Small Town by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Ludington was voted No. 1 in 2024 and No. 4 in 2025. Inspired by the recognitions, the Ludington Area Visitors Bureau applied for and was awarded its first United…

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Freighters that visit Ludington, Manistee ports sold

March 4, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief ST. CATHARINES, Ontario, Canada — A fleet of ships, including three that make visits to local ports, have been sold. Algoma Central Corporation recently acquired Mainstay Maritime, Inc.’s three Canadian operating companies and associated fleet of six Canadian-flagged vessels. Mainstay, formerly Rand Logistics, Inc., operates one of the largest Jones Act-compliant fleets serving the Great Lakes,…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: LHS falls to Big Rapids in district semifinals

March 4, 2026

MCP/OCP 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. CADILLAC — The Ludington Orioles ended their season Wednesday, falling to Big Rapids in the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Division 2, District 35 semifinals at Cadillac High School. Big Rapids won…

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WSCC jazz band performs with Ferris State band

March 4, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press BIG RAPIDS — West Shore Community College Jazz Band I participated in a collaborative concert with the Ferris State University Jazz Band on Thursday, Feb. 26. Ferris State’s jazz director, Professor Micah Laird, now in his first year, is building momentum within the university’s…

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LHS presents: “Little Women: The Musical”

March 4, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington High School Drama will present “Little Women: The Musical” March 12-15 at L.F. Peterson Auditorium. “Little Women: The Musical,” with a book by Allan Knee, music by Jason Howland, and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, is a popular stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel, following the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—during the…

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Fishing licenses now for sale

March 4, 2026

The new Michigan fishing license and regulation season begins Wednesday, April 1. The 2026 fishing licenses are available for purchase now and are valid through March 31, 2027. All anglers ages 17 and older are required to purchase a fishing license to fish public waters in Michigan; these licenses are good for all species, though additional reporting requirements apply to…

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Police news, published March 4, 2026

March 4, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, March 3, 2026: 6:54 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of US 10, Amber Township. 7:30 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Ordway Road south of Kinney…

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Poet to perform at WSCC March 12

March 4, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with West Shore Community College. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Poetry in Motion, a live spoken word poetry performance by Phil Kaye, will take place on Thursday, March 12 from 12:30–1:30 p.m., at the WSCC Center Stage Theater, as part of the 2025–2026 The Power of Storytelling Humankind series. Kaye engages…

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Employment: Teacher Positions

March 4, 2026

Shelby Public School District is currently hiring teachers for the upcoming school year! If you or someone you know is passionate about education and making a difference in students’ lives, we encourage you to apply. For full job posting, information, and application details, please visit our site at https://www.shelbypublicschools.net/page/employment-opportunities or contact hresources@shelby.k12.mi.us. This is a paid posting. Published until March 19, 2026. 

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