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Traffic alert: Male subject trying to jump in/on vehicles on Business Route US 31

June 1, 2026

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…

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Judge denies defense’s motion in child death case

June 1, 2026

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…

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Longbridge Road to undergo bridge rehab work

June 1, 2026

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…

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Police news, published June 1, 2026

June 1, 2026

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.…

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Irrigation pipe stolen

June 1, 2026

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…

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Day of Caring returns to Oceana, Newaygo counties

June 1, 2026

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…

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Employment: Upper Elementary/Middle School Teacher

June 1, 2026

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…

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Tigers win soccer district title

May 30, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Kolten Lee Bolles, 28, of Hesperia

May 30, 2026

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…

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Pentwater’s Fatura, McGuire-VanGills compete at state track finals

May 30, 2026

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…

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Man, 82, drowns in Hart Lake after boat capsizes

May 29, 2026

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…

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Recent death: Ronald Dee Robbins, 82, of Hart

May 29, 2026

Ronald Dee Robbins, 82, of Hart, died on Thursday, May 28, 2026.  He was born Nov. 7, 1943, in Hart, the son of Ernest and Rita (Kokx) Robbins. Cremation has…

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Hesperia man dies in motorcycle crash

May 28, 2026

DENVER TOWNSHIP, Newaygo County — A 28-year-old Hesperia man died in a motorcycle crash Thursday, May 28, shortly after 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of West 1 Mile Road and…

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Sheriff’s office launches new Golden Township deputy position

May 28, 2026

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…

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Shelby blanks NMC 3-0 to reach district final

May 28, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Phyllis Joyce Brubaker, 97, of Hesperia

May 28, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Shirley Yvonne Ford, 97, of Hart

May 28, 2026

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…

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The Starting Block celebrates 20 years of fueling entrepreneurial success

May 27, 2026

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…

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Man arrested for 6th suspended license charge, 3rd-offense OWI

May 27, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Terry Lee Segelstrom, 63, of Ludington, formerly of Hart

May 27, 2026

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…

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Shelby tops Muskegon Catholic 10-3 ahead of district play

May 27, 2026

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…

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