GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Deputy Brendan Nienhuis has been selected as Oceana County Sheriff’s Office Golden Township deputy, which is a new position, the sheriff’s office announced Thursday, May 28. After graduating from Hart High School, Deputy Nienhuis worked as a summer marine officer in 2022. He graduated from West Shore Community College’s police academy in May of 2023 when he…
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. MCBAIN — After a scoreless first half, Shelby erupted with three second-half goals Wednesday night to defeat McBain Northern Michigan Christian 3-0 in a district semifinal girls soccer match. Battling what coach Joseph Gorton described…
Phyllis Joyce Brubaker, 97, of Hesperia, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Newaygo County Compassion Home. She was born June 25, 1928, in Owosso, the daughter of John and Gertrude (Glick) Good. Phyllis attended Central Michigan College of Education (now Central Michigan University), earning her teaching degree. She went on to teach third grade at Orchard View Schools…
Shirley Yvonne Ford, 97, of Hart, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She was born May 11, 1929, in Muskegon, the daughter of Charles and Arlie (Stewart) Wilson. Shirley graduated from Muskegon High School, and following graduation began employment as a phone operator for the Bell Telephone Company. Shirley married the love of…
HART — The Starting Block, Michigan’s first kitchen incubator, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this October, marking two decades of helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into successful businesses. Since receiving its first state and federal grant in 2004, the nonprofit has played a pivotal role in supporting food-based startups and strengthening the regional economy in Oceana County. Early support from federal…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — A 43-year-old Howard City, Mich. man was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies for third-offense operating while intoxicated, third-offense driving while license suspended and open intoxicants following a vehicle crash on Madison Road near 140th Avenue Tuesday, May 19, at…
Terry Lee Segelstrom, 63, of Ludington, formerly of Hart, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026. Terry, also known as Lee, was born in Muskegon on Jan. 26, 1963, the son of the late George and Margaret (Smith) Segelstrom. In January of 1984, he married Pamela (Kanouff) Segelstrom. Lee had a passion for drawing, a love for hard rock music,…
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 — The Shelby Tigers closed out the regular season in strong fashion Tuesday, defeating Muskegon Catholic Central 10-3 in a non-league baseball game at Marsh Field. Shelby used a balanced offensive attack and solid…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of brass plaques stolen from military veterans’ graves at the Elbridge Township Cemetery over Memorial Day weekend, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The thefts and property damage were reported to the sheriff’s office Saturday, May 23, around noon. “Several headstones had been…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — A walk along the Lake Michigan shoreline near the Oceana-Mason county line turned into a harrowing ordeal for a 40-year-old Richmond, Va. man when he was attacked by two German shepherds Monday evening, May 25. A sheriff’s deputy who arrived on scene was forced to shoot one of the dogs due to…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Gladwin, Mich. man was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Shelby Hospital after crashing a 2013 Suzuki RM-Z450 dirt bike at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, May 23, at 3:40 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. He was westbound on the dunes when he lost control of the bike…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 68-year-old Saginaw man was transported to Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital by Life EMS following a crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, May 23, shortly after 7 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was driving a 2024 Jeep Wrangler southbound on the dunes “when he crested a dune too…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 33-year-old Elkhart, Ind. woman and her three passengers avoided serious injuries when the 2025 Polaris RZR the woman was driving overturned on the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Sunday, May 24, around 1:30 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The passengers were girls ages 14, 12 and 9. The ATV was traveling north…
HART — The City of Hart announced the return of the Music on the Commons Summer Concert Series, bringing live music to Hart Commons Park every Thursday evening from June 25 through Aug. 27. The free weekly concert series will feature a wide variety of musical genres including folk, classic rock, country, Celtic, steel drums, and 90s hits. Concerts will…
Employment: Bus Driver 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 credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. West Shore ESD offers a competitive…
Jerry DWayne Mead, 74, of Pentwater, died Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon Campus. He was born May 25, 1951, in Hart, the son of James and Henrietta (Dunn) Mead. Jerry was employed at Howmet for almost 40 years. In his spare time, he loved fishing, hunting, riding dirt bikes, fixing things and playing euchre with his…
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 Michigan State Police: Monday, May 18, 2026: 8:50 a.m., a 39-year-old New Era man was cited for operating without a license, M 20 near Garfield Road, Grant Township. Tuesday, May…
Employment: High School Principal Mason County Central School District is hiring a High School Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID #660 Application deadline: June 5, 2026. This is a paid posting. Published until June 5, 2026.
Employment: LRE Special Education Paraprofessional-Ludington West Shore Educatoinal Serivce District has a position vacancy for a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington,…
HART — First Baptist Church of Hart invites area children to attend VBX (Vacation Bible eXperience) set for June 15-18 from 9:30-11:45 a.m. VBX is open to children ages 4 years old and potty trained through students entering eighth grade and offers four exciting mornings filled with fun activities, music, games, and meaningful lessons. Each day of VBX will include…
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. FRUITPORT — Hart High School’s boys and girls track and field teams turned in several strong performances Tuesday at the annual West Michigan All-Star Meet at Fruitport High School. The Pirates were led by event…
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