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. “It’s mostly people who have graduated from Shelby,” said Shelby Band Director Erin Ray-Peterson. “There are sometimes a couple performers who are not alumni, because there are some of my…
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 personal service, local decision-making and supporting the communities it serves throughout its nearly century-long history. Over the years, Shelby State Bank has expanded alongside the communities it serves while continuing…
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 of the Wishing Well convenience store Monday, June 1, around 5:30 p.m. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene after receiving 911 calls from motorists describing a male subject trying…
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 caused it to capsize Monday, June 1, around 2:30 p.m. He was in a non-motorized 12-foot-long row boat when he lost his balance and fell out of the boat with…
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: Wednesday, May 27, 2026: 7:15 a.m., a 31-year-old Norton Shores man was arrested on a warrant, US 31 near Grant Road, Shelby Township. He was lodged in…
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 careless cooking incident,” said Hart Area Fire Department Public Information Officer Troy Maloney, who is the Oceana County emergency manager. A fire started in the microwave, causing the house to…
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 Hart and attended Hart High School. Ron worked numerous jobs throughout his life, including as a heavy equipment construction operator, at Continental Motors and as a maintenance supervisor at Gray…
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 full-time Nursing Faculty position (with potential for continuing appointment and full professor rank) will begin August 2026. This is a 9-month position with summers off. The successful candidate will be…
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 the Oceana County website at www.oceana.mi.us Interested parties shall submit an application and/or resume with references to the following address: Oceana County Administrator’s Office Attn: Jessica LaPointe 100 State Street,…
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 to get into vehicles; jumping onto vehicles; and at times was lying in the roadway. “Extreme caution” was urged for motorists traveling in that area. _________________________ Please Support Local News…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The judge presiding over a criminal case against 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, denied a motion presented by the mother’s attorney in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, June…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Bridge rehabilitation work on Longbridge Road is set to begin Monday, June 8, and continue through Aug. 6, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. The project includes “removal and reinstallation of steel grid deck, replacement of beam splice plates, replacement of bearing beams, installation of steel bracing, and steel cleaning and…
The following is recent Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity: Tuesday, May 26, 2026: 9:31 p.m., larceny and malicious destruction of household goods, 4800 block of South 180th Avenue, Greenwood Township. 9:48 p.m., a 54-year-old Walkerville man was arrested for operating while intoxicated, North 198th Avenue near Fox Road, Leavitt Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. Thursday, May…
NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of 20-25 pieces of irrigation pipe from the 6700 block of East Loop Road, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Each aluminum pipe section measures 3 inches in diameter, and they are 20 feet long. They are valued at $300 each, said Sheriff Mast. There are sprinkler heads…
United Way of the Lakeshore is bringing Day of Caring back to Oceana and Newaygo Counties this September, and the organization is looking for project hosts and community input on where volunteers can make the biggest impact. Day of Caring in Oceana County will take place Sept. 11, followed by Newaygo County Sept. 25. Local businesses, service clubs, churches, schools,…
Employment: Upper Elementary/Middle School Teacher Ludington Area Catholic School is seeking a full-time upper elementary/middle school teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Full single benefits and free tuition to employee’s children. For details and to apply go to : https://lacschool.com/employment-opportunities Application deadline: Until filled This is a paid posting. Published until June 22, 2026
METS School Bus Dispatcher Job summary: Coordinate daily operations of school buses. Schedule bus driver shifts and monitor driver availability. Utilize software programs as directed. Represent the district in a professional and respectful manner. Fill in as needed driving but routes when needed. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in transportation dispatching or a related field. Knowledge of school transportation regulations and…
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 — Shelby claimed its third consecutive district championship Saturday, defeating Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart 3-0 in the Michigan High School Athletic Association Girls Soccer District 50 final at McBain. The Tigers (9-6-3) overcame a…
Kolten Lee Bolles, 28, of Hesperia, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who loved him deeply. Kolten was born June 3, 1997, in Muskegon. He was raised and lived in Hesperia until his death. Kolten was a devoted father, beloved son, cherished brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and loyal friend to many. Above all…
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. HUDSONVILLE — The Pentwater Falcons wrapped up the 2026 track and field season Saturday at the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 4 State Finals, with senior Logan Fatura and sophomore Chase McGuire-VanGills representing the…
HART — An 82-year-old man drowned in Hart Lake after a boat capsized Thursday, May 28, around 5:30 p.m., according to a joint press release from the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office and the Hart Police Department. Ronald Robbins was pronounced dead at the scene. “We were told by friends and family that Mr. Robbins was fishing in preparation for a…
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