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Polk Road reconstruction project meeting draws large crowd

April 23, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WEARE TOWNSHIP — About 120 people attended a meeting Tuesday evening, April 21, at the West Michigan Research Station where details of an upcoming construction project on Polk Road were presented by the Oceana County Road Commission. The project has drawn ire from some residents who are opposed to the installation of a roundabout at…

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Former Oceana County man to stand trial in child sex case

April 23, 2026

HART – Jesuz Chapa, 63, who most recently resided in Dallas, Texas, was bound over to stand trial in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, April 21, for allegedly sexually abusing a minor child repeatedly between 2000 and 2003, stated Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel…

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Motorcyclist critically injured in crash

April 23, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 50-year-old Leroy, Mich. man was airlifted by Aeromed from the scene of a motorcycle crash Wednesday, April 22, around 2 p.m. on East M 20 near 162nd Avenue, according to Sgt. Michael Cuevas of the Michigan…

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Varsity Track: Fatura sets discus record as Pentwater shines at jamboree

April 23, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. MARION — Pentwater opened West…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Shelby rebounds with 5-0 win over Manistee

April 23, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. Varsity Girls Soccer: Shelby rebounds…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Hart tops Oakridge 2-0 behind Rosema-Porter connection

April 23, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. MUSKEGON — Hart coach Joseph…

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Obituary: Roger Clinton Bailey, 90, of Pentwater

April 23, 2026

Roger Clinton Bailey of Pentwater passed peacefully at the age of 90 on Friday, April 17, 2026. He was with his beautiful bride Ruth. They were married for nearly 63…

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Michigan Dyslexia Institute to open center in Oceana County 

April 22, 2026

HART — A grant from the Oceana Community Foundation will allow the Michigan Dyslexia Institute to open a center in Oceana County. The Oceana County Center of the Michigan Dyslexia…

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Brad Jacobs is excited to take the helm of the Pirate ship

April 22, 2026

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.   By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Hart native Brad Jacobs is excited to get…

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Varsity Girls Track: Hart girls stay dominant, extend conference streak with tri-meet sweep

April 22, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. HART — The Hart girls…

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Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher

April 22, 2026

Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School Math Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com …

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Employment: Deputy Clerk

April 22, 2026

Employment: Deputy Clerk The Mason County Clerk’s office has an opening for a full-time Deputy Clerical position. The primary responsibilities include Elections and Concealed Pistol Licensing.  Other duties may include…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Hart defeats Whitehall for first conference win of season

April 21, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. By Kai Taylor, OCP Sports…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Ravenna edges Shelby 2-1 in WMC matchup

April 21, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. RAVENNA — Ravenna scored once…

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Obituary: Sally Lou Wisner, 80, of Pentwater

April 21, 2026

Sally Lou Wisner, 80, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 2, 1945, in Highland Park, the daughter of…

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Hart High School honor roll

April 20, 2026

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — The following Hart High School students were named to the honor roll for…

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Hesperia Dam returning to normal after near-disaster

April 20, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — Life is returning to normal in the Village of Hesperia where its dam was on the verge of breaching last week from the…

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Warren couple injured in dune crash

April 20, 2026

GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old Warren, Mich. man was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital following a crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, April 18,…

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Cross-county pursuit on US 31 halted due to dangerous speeds

April 20, 2026

Suspect is wanted on several warrants including prostitution  GRANT TOWNSHIP — A police chase that began near Winston Road on US 31 in Oceana County ended near Apple Avenue in…

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Police news, published April 20, 2026

April 20, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity:  Wednesday, April 15, 2026:…

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Employment: Parish Business Manager

April 20, 2026

Employment: Parish Business Manager St. Simon Parish in Ludington and St. Mary Parish in Custer are seeking a full-time business manager to oversee financial, administrative and operational functions in collaboration…

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