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HPD news, published June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, May 28, 2026: 1:30 a.m., noise complaint, 600 block of Dryden Street, City of Hart. 1:52 p.m., lost property, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 9 p.m., threats complaint, East Main and Courtland streets, City of Hart. 10:50 p.m., general assistance, 600 block of Cottage Drive, City…

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Obituary: Billie Ray Camehl, 68, of Hesperia

June 5, 2026

Billie Ray Camehl, 68, of Hesperia, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1957, in Flint, the son of Lyle and Helen (Tinkham) Camehl. Billie was a simple man who loved the great outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.…

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Employment: Middle School/High School English Teacher

June 5, 2026

Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School English 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 Application deadline is June 15, 2026, at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until June 15, 2026

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Employment: GSRP Associate Teacher

June 5, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send…

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Employment: Facilities Director

June 5, 2026

Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Facilities Director. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com Application Deadline: June 16, 2026 This is a paid posting. Published until…

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Shelby student to perform in Europe with Blue Lake International Jazz Band

June 4, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby High School junior Kasey Oberlin is headed to Europe this summer to perform in the Blue Lake International Jazz Band. The trumpet player will visit and perform…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026

HART — The following were arraigned recently on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Brett Anthony Peoples, 34, of Hart, third-offense operating while intoxicated and a misdemeanor of…

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Shelby State Bank promotes longtime employee, adds two managers

June 4, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has promoted a longtime employee and added two new members to its management team as part of its ongoing focus on growth, leadership development and…

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Employment: Kindergarten Teacher

June 4, 2026

Mason County Central School District is hiring a kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. See details and apply online at: www.mccschools.org Job ID #661 Application Deadline: June 9, 2026…

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Oceana Drive/Polk Road traffic light shot several times

June 3, 2026

HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public that could lead to the arrest of the suspect or suspects who shot the traffic light at…

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Hesperia man sent to prison for stealing tools valued at nearly $16,000

June 3, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 39-year-old Hesperia man with an extensive criminal history was sentenced to a prison term of 14 months to five years for a…

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Tiger band to march through Electric Forest

June 3, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — The 50-piece Shelby Alumni Marching Band and Color Guard will perform at the Electric Forest Festival Saturday, June 27, from approximately 3-4:30 p.m.…

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Shelby State Bank celebrating 95 years

June 3, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank is celebrating 95 years of serving families, businesses and organizations across west Michigan. Founded in 1931, the community bank says it has remained committed to…

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Car jumper taken to hospital 

June 2, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — A 41-year-old Pentwater man was transported to the hospital after he reportedly was jumping onto vehicles on Business Route US 31 south…

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Fisherman’s boat capsizes on Lake 16

June 2, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 73-year-old Rothbury man who was fishing on Lake 16 located near Clay Road and 80th Avenue fell off his boat, which…

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MSP news, published June 2, 2026

June 2, 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 activity of the Hart post of the…

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Firefighters respond to smoke-filled home

June 2, 2026

GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Hart and Shelby-Benona fire departments responded to a reported structure fire on North June Drive near Wildridge Road Tuesday, June 2, at 8:30 a.m. “It was a…

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Obituary: Ronald Dee Robbins, Sr., 82, of Hart

June 2, 2026

Ronald Dee Robbins, Sr., 82, of Hart, passed away unexpectedly May 28, 2026, while fishing on Hart Lake. He was born Nov. 7, 1943, to Ernest and Rita Robbins of…

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Employment: Nursing Faculty

June 2, 2026

West Shore Community College seeks an individual who is passionate about teaching in a successful rural nursing program with a desire to build strong relationships with students and colleagues. This…

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Employment: Vital Records Clerk

June 2, 2026

Employment: Vital Records Clerk The County of Oceana is accepting applications for an Vital Records Clerk.  Details describing the requirements of the job and rate of pay are available on…

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Traffic alert: Male subject trying to jump in/on vehicles on Business Route US 31

June 1, 2026

PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched to Business Route US 31 south of the Wishing Well convenience store Monday, June 1, around 5:30 p.m. for a male subject trying…

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