HART — The following were sentenced in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, April 27, 2026: Burton Royal Policka, 51, pleaded guilty Feb. 23 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and was sentenced April 27 to one day in jail with credit for one day served; 18 months probation; and $598 in fines and costs. Morgan James Pearson, 28, pleaded guilty March 2…
A large portion of the western half of the Lower Peninsula, including Oceana and Mason counties, is under a wind advisory issued by the National Weather Service until 8 p.m. Monday, April 27. Southeast winds 15-25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected.…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A miniature horse was killed after it got loose from a nearby stable; entered the roadway; and was struck by a car Tuesday, April 21,…
PENTWATER — An assault in the Village of Pentwater resulted in a “significant police presence” in the area of Fifth and Hancock streets Friday afternoon, April 24, according to the…
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. SHELBY — Shelby dominated Kent…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Facing a field…
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. MAPLE CITY — Hart battled…
HART — Heather Ramseyer, director of the Oceana County Center of the Michigan Dyslexia Institute, will be the guest speaker during the Oceana County Democrats general membership meeting Tuesday, May…
SHELBY — You don’t need to be at Churchill Downs to catch the excitement of this year’s Kentucky Derby. Just buy a ticket to Shelby Optimist Club’s Derby Day on…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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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