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Case against couple charged with baby’s death moves to circuit court

January 27, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The criminal case against a 27-year-old mother and her 34-year-old boyfriend who are charged with multiple counts of child abuse in connection to the death of her son, 7-month-old Maverick Lyle Bouck, is being bound over to Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court. Elizabeth LynnLanor Hogan and Devin Austin Brown-Fowler, who both have the…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published Jan. 27, 2026

January 27, 2026

HART — The following were sentenced this week in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Joseph Scott Summerskill, 41, pleaded guilty July 7 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and was sentenced Jan. 26 to 116 days in jail with credit for 116 days served; two years probation;…

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White Lake Drive over US 31 could remain closed until end of May

January 27, 2026

WHITEHALL, Muskegon County — The Michigan Department of Transportation announced that the damaged White Lake Drive bridge over US 31 is estimated to remain closed until May 31. “In partnership with the Muskegon County Road Commission, MDOT will repair the White Lake Drive bridge decks…

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Moolenaar launches re-election in Michigan’s 2nd District

January 27, 2026

John Moolenaar (R-Midland) recently announced he is running for re-election in Michigan’s Second Congressional District. “With Republicans leading in the House, real progress has been made to restore common sense…

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Closings and cancellations, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026

January 27, 2026

The following closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP and OCP for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. This list may be updated. Schools: Hesperia Community Schools Manistee Area Public Schools…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Hart defeats Western Michigan Christian

January 27, 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. FRUITPORT —…

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Employment: Student Success Facilitator

January 27, 2026

  Employment: Student Success Facilitator This is a paid posting, published until Feb. 10, 2026.

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Employment: School Bus Aide

January 27, 2026

Employment: School Bus Aide West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Bus Aide. High School diploma required; 2 years experience working with students preferred. To view…

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Employment: Middle School Interventionist Instructional Assistant

January 27, 2026

Employment: Middle School Interventionist Instructional Assistant This is a paid posting, published until Feb. 10, 2026. 

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Employment: Special Education Paraprofessional

January 27, 2026

Employment: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional.  High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a complete…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Orioles break Tigers’ winning streak

January 26, 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. SHELBY —…

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Meth dealer sentenced to prison

January 26, 2026

Over 80 grams of meth confiscated by police By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 48-year-old Muskegon man convicted by a jury last month of four felony counts in…

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Fire destroys house, cats die in blaze

January 26, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART TOWNSHIP — A house in the 2700 block of N. 64th Avenue was destroyed by fire Monday morning, Jan. 26. “It’s a total loss,”…

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Police news, published Jan. 26, 2026

January 26, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026:…

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Winter weather advisory issued

January 26, 2026

OCEANA COUNTY — A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for west Michigan — including Oceana and Mason counties — beginning at midnight Monday, Jan.…

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Obituary: Donna Jean Herremans, 90, of Walkerville

January 26, 2026

Donna Jean Herremans, 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026, with much love and support from her family. She was preceded in…

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Obituary: Gerry Lee Gribble, 92, of Pentwater and Rensselaer, Ind.

January 26, 2026

Gerry Lee Gribble, 92, of Pentwater and Rensselaer, Ind. was born May 21, 1933, in Sioux City, Iowa and passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Ludington Woods in…

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Employment: Financial Aid Support Specialist

January 26, 2026

Employment: Financial Aid Support Specialist West Shore Community College (WSCC) seeks a positive and outcome-focused professional to join our Financial Aid team. This team member must enjoy a fast-paced work…

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January 25, 2026

Folks, we really need your help. We are asking for you to make a small monthly investment in order for us to continue to provide you with local news and…

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Co-op Hockey: Badgers defeat Cheboygan

January 24, 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. CHEBOYGAN —…

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Boys Varsity Basketball: Tigers defeat Montague

January 23, 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. MONTAGUE —…

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