MCC forensics team takes third place at MSU invite

February 18, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. EAST LANSING — The Mason County Central High School Forensics Team competed at the Spartanvitational Tournament last weekend at Michigan State University. Seven MCC made the semifinal round and the Spartans came home with a third place trophy for its division. Competing were…

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Girls Varsity Basketball: MCC falls to Onekama

February 18, 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. ONEKAMA — Onekama defeated Mason County Central Wednesday in a non-conference game. The Spartans lost 39-31. “We came out fast in the first two quarters and had the lead at halftime,” MCC…

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West Shore Wolves 8U heading to state following wins at qualifier

February 18, 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. TRAVERSE CITY — The West Shore Wolves 8U team delivered an outstanding performance at the Traverse City Classic 8U Jamboree at Centre Ice Arena, finishing the weekend undefeated with an 8–0 record and…

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Man sentenced to prison for child sex crimes

February 18, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old man was sentenced to prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 17, for two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and one count of child sexually abusive activity. Adelio Cuate-Hernandez pleaded guilty to the charges Dec. 16, 2025. Hernandez was sentenced Tuesday by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski to concurrent prison terms of 126…

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Co-op Hockey: Badgers pass first round of regionals

February 18, 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 Lakeshore Badgers won their first round of regionals Tuesday defeating the Cheboygan Chiefs 5-4. The game was tightly contested with three lead changes in the contest.  The Chiefs jumped…

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Varsity Swimming: LHS swim and dive seniors shine with new state qualifying time

February 18, 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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Orioles hosted the Manistee Mariners on Tuesday at the Donald C. Baldwin Community Pool. Ludington 200 freestyle relay team of seniors Dylan Sniegowski, Ian Lundberg, and Grady Sailor…

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Employment:  Internal Services Support Specialist

February 18, 2026

Employment:  Internal Services Support Specialist West Shore Community College (WSCC) seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to join our Business Office as the Internal Services Support Specialist. This team member must enjoy a fast-paced work environment, have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to multi-task with accuracy. The successful candidate will have an associates degree in a related…

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Man arrested for assault by strangulation

February 18, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Fountain man was arrested on a felony charge of assault by strangulation following a 911 call reporting a fight Monday, Feb. 16, shortly after 10:32 a.m. in the 4000 block of North Stephens Road, said Mason County Sheriff…

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Obituary: Paul Jeffery Schroeder, 74, of Muskegon

February 18, 2026

Paul Jeffery Schroeder, 74, of Muskegon, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Paul was born on May 29, 1951, to the late Jack Schroeder and Barbara (Bogus) Schroeder.  Paul was a Vietnam veteran who served in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division from 1969-1971. After his military service he worked as a machinist at Howmet Industries of Whitehall for…

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Obituary: Donald Edward Allen, 63, of Scottville

February 18, 2026

Donald Edward Allen, 63, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home. He was born June 26, 1962, in Muskegon, the son of Robert and Darlene (Pierce) Allen. Don was a 1981 graduate of Fremont High School. He was employed as a die cast machinist for many years with Grand Haven Custom Molding before retirement. Don loved…

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Obituary: Kimberly Renee Hornacek, 69, of Scottville

February 18, 2026

With a heart full of kindness and a life dedicated to others, Kimberly Renee Hornacek, 69, began her journey home on Sunday, February 15, 2026, to rest in the loving arms of our Lord. She passed away peacefully beside her children, where she always felt most at home. Having been greeted by those who had passed before her brought her…

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Obituary: Craig Johnston, 69, of Texas

February 18, 2026

Craig Johnston passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born on April 18, 1956 in Ludington where he was raised. He moved to Texas in 1980.  He worked in the gas/oil industry, which allowed him to travel  and see a large majority of the United States. He attended Ludington High School and was active in band and football. …

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Walk for Warmth raises over $11,000

February 18, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The annual FiveCAP Walk for Warmth events took place on Feb. 7 with 40 walkers participating in the events in Ludington, Manistee, Baldwin and White Cloud. This year’s Walk for Warmth received over $11,000 in contributions which will be used to help residents in Mason, Manistee, Lake and Newaygo counties who are facing a home-heating emergency. Funds are…

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Request for Proposals: Lawn Care

February 18, 2026

Request For Proposals: Lawn Care Mason County is seeking proposals for lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing off the sidewalks services at various county sites. The required Bid Forms may be obtained at the Mason County Administrator’s office or online at https://library.municode.com/MI/mason_county_/munidocs/munidocs under “Notices.”  Proposals for lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing off the sidewalks services at various county sites must be…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Ravenna returns to defeat MCC

February 17, 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. SCOTTVILLE — Last Saturday, the Mason County Central Spartans travelled to Ravenna where they defeated their West Michigan Conference Rivers Division competitors 59-57. On Tuesday, the Bulldogs travelled to Scottville and sought…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: MCE defeats Hesperia in close game

February 17, 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 — Mason County Eastern defeated Hesperia Tuesday in a close game, 35-34. “The girls played a strong game against a physical team in Hesperia,” said MCE Coach Jake Smith. “We were a…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Ludington tops Reed City in last home game

February 17, 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. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Orioles played their last home game Tuesday defeating Reed City, 37-25. “We had a great night in Hawley Gym competing against a good Reed City team and  celebrating our…

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Mason County Titanic connection will be topic of Scottville Senior Center history chat

February 17, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Historical Society will hold its first Mason County History Chat on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Scottville Area Senior Center, 140 S. Main St. The program is free. Rob Alway, editor-in-chief of the Mason County Press and treasurer of the Mason County Historical Society, will present an encore presentation of Mason County’s…

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Jury trial in CSC case continues this week

February 17, 2026

LUDINGTON — A jury trial that began in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court, Feb. 9, continues this week for 33-year-old Evan Lee Fargo who faces two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. “This trial has not yet concluded — it continues this week before the court,” said Press Secretary Danny Wimmer of the Michigan State Attorney General’s Office Tuesday afternoon,…

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Obituary: Melvin Claypool, 96, of Scottville

February 17, 2026

Melvin Claypool, 96, of Scottville, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026.  Melvin was born on March 31, 1929 in Amber Township, the oldest child of Melvin Linus and Nettie (Ames) Claypool and graduated from Scottville High School with the class of 1947.  On August 29, 1959 he married Doris Potter Trim in Ludington and they celebrated 54 years together before Doris…

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Recent death: Veronica “Roni” A Loch, 74, of Ludington

February 17, 2026

Veronica “Roni” A Loch, 74, of Ludington, died on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Arrangements by 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…

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