Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Hart native Brad Jacobs is excited to get started at his new job as the Hart Public Schools superintendent. The new school leader will take over for Superintendent Mark Platt, who will retire at the end of the…
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. HART — The Hart girls track and field team continued its run of dominance Tuesday afternoon, defeating Holton, Mason County Central and Hesperia in West Michigan Rivers Conference action. The Pirates posted decisive scores across…
Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School Math 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 April 30, 2026, at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until April 30, 2026.
Employment: Deputy Clerk The Mason County Clerk’s office has an opening for a full-time Deputy Clerical position. The primary responsibilities include Elections and Concealed Pistol Licensing. Other duties may include vital records, courts, and contacts. Interested applicants are asked to stop into the Mason County Clerk office to obtain an application packet or obtain the packet online from the Clerk…
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. By Kai Taylor, OCP Sports Writer HART — Monday evening saw the Hart Pirates take on the Whitehall Vikings for their first conference game of the season. The Pirates came away with a 5-0 victory,…
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. RAVENNA — Ravenna scored once late in the first half and added the game-winner early in the second to defeat Shelby 2-1 in a West Michigan Conference girls varsity soccer match Monday. Shelby (3-1-1, 2-1…
Sally Lou Wisner, 80, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 2, 1945, in Highland Park, the daughter of William and Marie (Hirschburger) Sparks. Sally was a deeply spiritual and creative woman whose presence brought light and warmth to everyone she met. She was a loving wife, mother, and…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — The following Hart High School students were named to the honor roll for marking period 3: High Honors Seniors Caleb Ackley Elon Babbin Rowan Best Makenna Carrier April Chaffee Shelbie Choponis Giulia Cremonese Aiden Cull Miguel Escamilla Lyric Fielder Ali Fleming Dominic Fulford…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — Life is returning to normal in the Village of Hesperia where its dam was on the verge of breaching last week from the rain-swelled White River. “We’re on the way to healing,” said Village President Mike Farber Monday, April 20. The National Weather Service lifted the flash flood watch and flood warnings at…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old Warren, Mich. man was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital following a crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, April 18, around 4:45 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was riding a 2026 Polaris RZR with a passenger, who is a 42-year-old Warren, Mich. woman.…
Suspect is wanted on several warrants including prostitution GRANT TOWNSHIP — A police chase that began near Winston Road on US 31 in Oceana County ended near Apple Avenue in Muskegon County Monday, April 13, around 3:15 p.m. due to safety reasons, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The fleeing driver reached speeds in excess of 120 mph. The suspect…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity: Wednesday, April 15, 2026: 3:16 p.m., a 44-year-old Hart man was arrested for domestic violence, 3700 block of West VanBuren Road, Weare Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. 6:29 p.m., a…
Employment: Parish Business Manager St. Simon Parish in Ludington and St. Mary Parish in Custer are seeking a full-time business manager to oversee financial, administrative and operational functions in collaboration with the pastor and parish staff. The position is 40 hours per week and includes responsibility for managing parish finances, overseeing office operations, maintaining accurate records and systems, coordinating communications,…
Employment: Parish secretary St. Mary Catholic Parish in Custer is seeking a friendly and organized part-time parish secretary. Responsibilities include supporting general office operations and parish activities. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), prior office experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working collaboratively with staff and volunteers. Benefits…
Employment: Middle School ELA Teacher Mason County Central School District is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants can view position details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Reference Job ID #653. Application deadline is April 30, 2026, at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until April 30, 2026.
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Story by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — Water levels on the Hesperia Dam are going down following several days of heavy rains that swelled the White River, threatening a breach. “The dam is doing really good,” said Hesperia Village President Mike Farber Sunday, April 19. “It’s coming down up above the dam. It’s coming…
Story by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HESPERIA — The Hesperia Dam survived another round of heavy rain Friday night, April 17, but if logs plug it up, it could breach. “The river is coming up, and it just started going over the spillway again,” said Hesperia Village President Mike Farber Saturday morning, April 18. “Our…
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. HART — The Hart Pirates returned to action Friday night with a 5-0 win over the Lakeview Wildcats in their first game of the week after weather cancellations. Hart controlled play early, using an aggressive…
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. HESPERIA — The Pentwater Falcons made the most of a short roster at the Hesperia Invitational, as nine athletes combined for 11 place finishes, five medals and six personal records. Sophomore Chase McGuire-Vangills led the…
Roger Clinton Bailey, 90, of Pentwater, died on Friday, April 17, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Based on reports by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Construction of a $2.6 million pedestrian tunnel that will cross M 20 to Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo passed its sixth week. The project began March 9. M 20/Stony Lake Road is closed to traffic between 68th and 72nd avenues in the vicinity of the…
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