Kenneth Samuel Hoadley, 64, died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Arrangements were entrusted to 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 daily…
Marjorie Elaine Morang, of Free Soil, died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Arrangements were entrusted to 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…
Employment: School psychologist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a School Psychologist with a current and valid School Psychologist certificate from the Michigan Department of Education 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,…
This video is presented by Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Jan. 20, 2026: Ice has formed on the Ludington North Breakwater Lighhouse following a few days of a mid-January gales. ___________________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings…
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. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Orioles defeated rivals Manistee in West Michigan Conference Lakes Division action Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Hawley Gymnasium, 62-34. “This was a really nice conference…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Weather caused two competitors to drop out of a quad meet at Mason County Central Wednesday afternoon, resulting in a cross-county dual. The Spartans were victorious over Ludington 38-28. Whitehall…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 53-year-old Ludington man was sentenced to 15-50 years in prison and ordered to pay nearly $820,000 in restitution for convictions of second-degree arson, third-offense domestic violence and third-degree child abuse in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 20. Patrick Joseph Cybert pleaded guilty to the charges, Nov. 12, after setting fire…
LUDINGTON — Ludington Fire Department responded to a fire at 206 S. Delia St., at 10:24 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21. Upon the arrival of the first unit, smoke could be seen coming from the eaves and a second floor bedroom window. The occupants of the home safely evacuated and firefighters extinguished the fire quickly. Ludington Fire Chief John Henderson said…
MASON COUNTY — Several west Michigan counties — including Mason and Oceana counties — are under a winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, through 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22. Total snow accumulation between 2 and 5 inches with locally higher amounts are possible and winds gusting as high as 35…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Scottville man was sentenced to concurrent prison terms in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 20, of six to 20 years and two to four years for convictions of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Brandon Keith Eaton pleaded guilty to the…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old man was sentenced to 20 months to 10 years in prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 20, for a conviction of third-offense domestic violence. Austin Grant Mareches pleaded guilty to the charge, Nov. 18. He received credit for 146 days served in jail. Mareches committed the crime Aug.…
LUDINGTON — The Pure Ludington Brrrrewfest will take place on Saturday, Jan. 31. Proceeds raised at the 11th annual event will support the Friends of the Ludington State Park organization which plans to earmark funds to improve the parks’ amphitheater. Brrrrewfest features craft beverage tastings, entertainment, and food. Funds from past events have helped the group purchase a handicapped-accessible playground,…
Amy Jalocha, 43, of Free Soil, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Jason Jalocha, devoted mother to Jacob and Wyatt, and cherished daughter of Rob and Shirley Williams. Amy graduated from Ludington High School in 2001, a milestone she was always proud of. She later built a successful career as an insurance agent,…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A thief or thieves broke into a storage shed located behind Ertie’s Forest Trail EZ Mart on North US 31 and stole several returnable cans, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The break-in was reported Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4:40…
BRANCH TOWNSHIP — Two people were transported to the hospital following a two vehicle crash on US 10 Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. Emergency personnel were called to the scene, in front of Pioneer Party Store, 6117 E. US 10, about 10:30 a.m. According to Michigan State Police Trooper Matt Demny, the crash involved two vehicles, a 2011 Toyota and a…
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. FREMONT — Mason County Central put up a good fight against the Fremont Packers Tuesday evening, Jan. 20, but ultimately fell 50-44. “It was a tight game from start to finish, and…
CUSTER — Mason County Eastern will host a “Bear-y Special Winter Night Party” for preschool children (ages 3 and 4) and their parents/guardians on Thursday, Jan. 22 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place in the MCE Elementary multi-purpose room. Snacks and activities will be included in the free event. Attendees are asked to arrive no later…
Amy Elizabeth (Williams) Jalocha, 43, of Free Soil, died on Monday, January 19, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Path of Life church in Ludington, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the WillStrong Foundation or Path…
Oliver Lee Gregg, the son of Christen and Justin Gregg of Manistee, was born on Wednesday, January 21, 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 alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will…
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. NORTH MUSKEGON — North Muskegon handed the Orioles their first loss of the season, breaking an 11-game winning streak. The Norsemen defeated LHS 60-54. North Muskegon’s Adam Duegner was a little too…
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. SCOTTVILLE — The Hart Pirates defeated Mason County Central Tuesday, Jan. 20, 45-32 in West Michigan Conference Rivers Division play. Hart led the game in the first three quarters but the Spartans…
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