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Man who died in swimming pool incident ID’ed

July 16, 2026

LUDINGTON — The 43-year-old Shelby man who died after reportedly diving into a swimming pool Tuesday afternoon, July 14, has been identified as Mark Henrickson, Jr., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The case remains under investigation, said Sheriff Cole Thursday. The incident occurred in the 4800 block of West Birch Lane in Mason County’s Summit Township at 4:20 p.m.…

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Building project underway at Hart Public Schools

July 16, 2026

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Even though school is out for the summer, Hart Public Schools campus has been a busy place. Work has been underway this summer…

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Police ID man killed in Oceana Drive crash

July 15, 2026

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The 22-year-old man who died following a single-vehicle crash, July 8, has been identified by the Michigan State Police as Frank Baxcajay of Shelby. The passenger who was seriously injured in the crash is Jorge Garcia, 40, of Miami, Fla., according to…

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FBI offers $15,000 reward in Electric Forest infant death case

July 15, 2026

ROTHBURY — The Federal Bureau of Investigation announced that it is assisting the Michigan State Police in the investigation of a newborn baby found deceased in a porta-potty in the…

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Shelby man dies after diving into swimming pool 

July 15, 2026

SUMMIT TOWNSHIP, Mason County — A 43-year-old Shelby man died after reportedly diving into a swimming pool in the 4800 block of West Birch Lane Tuesday afternoon, July 14, according…

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Construction begins on Pentwater Historical Society museum expansion

July 15, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PENTWATER — Construction is underway on the Pentwater Historical Society’s long-planned museum expansion, marking the next phase of a project that will nearly double the size…

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Police news, published July 15, 2026

July 15, 2026

The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, July 10, 2026: 2:32 a.m., a 36-year-old Montague man was arrested for operating without a license, Skeels Road…

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Wahl awarded Best of Show at Pentwater Jr. Women’s Club art fair

July 15, 2026

PENTWATER — Artist Catherine Wahl was awarded Best of Show during the Pentwater Jr. Women’s Club 61st Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday, July 11. Wahl uses cyanotype, which is a…

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Original hosts attend 75th annual ox roast

July 15, 2026

WEARE TOWNSHIP — Bud Greiner and Patricia Glover-Hand, who are the original host and hostess of the first Ox Roast and Homecoming, attended the 75th annual event Sunday, July 12,…

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MCP/OCP seeking sports coverage sponsors

July 15, 2026

The fall school sports season will soon be here, and once again we are seeking sponsors to help cover the cost of providing this service to our readers. Businesses and…

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Employment: English Specialist, ASM Tech

July 15, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an ASM Tech English Specialist-Part-time.  Michigan secondary teacher certification or equivalent in the area of English or Communications required. To…

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Employment: High School Math Specialist-Part-Time 

July 15, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a High School Math Specialist-Part-Time.  Michigan secondary teacher certification or equivalent in the area of Mathematics required. To view a…

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Two injured following ORV crash at Silver Lake Sand Dunes

July 14, 2026

GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Two people suffered minor injuries Monday evening after the side-by-side off-road vehicle they were riding rolled over on Pete’s Ridge at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. The…

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Feeding America food distribution Thursday at Shelby Road Baptist Church

July 14, 2026

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Road Baptist Church will host a Feeding America mobile food distribution on Thursday, July 16, offering free groceries to anyone in need. Registration begins at 4:30…

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Obituary: Judith (Judy) Ann Osten-Sacken, 92, of Hart

July 14, 2026

Judith (Judy) Ann Osten-Sacken, 92, of Hart, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, with family by her side. Judy was born on Dec. 27, 1933, in Hart, to…

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Employment: Bus Driver

July 14, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org  Send cover letter, resume and…

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Investigators rule out potential suspect in EFF newborn death

July 13, 2026

ROTHBURY — Michigan State Police have eliminated a Muskegon-area woman as a suspect in the investigation into the death of a newborn infant whose body was discovered during the 2026…

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Pentwater library seeks voter approval for 1.25-mill operating levy

July 13, 2026

PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Pentwater Township voters will decide Aug. 4 whether to approve a new four-year operating millage that would provide funding for Pentwater District Library services through 2029. The…

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Pentwater Township Cemetery stroll to highlight local history, notable residents

July 13, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Local history will come to life later this month as the Friends of Pentwater Township Cemetery hosts the Pentwater Township Cemetery Stroll, a…

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Art Ramble West Michigan to feature five studio stops along lakeshore

July 13, 2026

Eight west Michigan artists will open their studios and showrooms to the public next week as part of the annual Art Ramble West Michigan, a self-guided tour stretching from Ludington…

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Obituary: Austin Matthew Smith, 20, of Shelby

July 13, 2026

Austin Matthew Smith, 20, born Oct. 18, 2005 passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of joy, loyalty, and adventure. Rarely seen without a smile on…

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