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Man pleads no contest to child abuse in connection to baby’s death

June 8, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 34-year-old man pleaded no contest to second-degree child abuse in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, June 8, in connection to the death of  a 7-month-old boy who was his girlfriend’s son. Devin Austin Brown-Fowler is expected to receive a sentence of 43 months to 10 years in prison, said Oceana County…

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Art initiative energizes Hesperia

June 8, 2026

HESPERIA — A growing collection of murals, sculptures and installations is adding new energy and visual appeal to Hesperia through HesperiART, a community-driven public art initiative. The effort began following a 2021 community assessment conducted in partnership with the Oceana Community Foundation, where residents expressed…

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Fire destroys Crystal Township home

June 8, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — A fire destroyed a double-wide modular home at 2462 E. Jackson Rd. early Sunday morning, June 7. Firefighters from Crystal Township, Hart and Walkerville departments were initially dispatched to the scene shortly before midnight Saturday night and…

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HPD news, published June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, May 28, 2026: 1:30 a.m., noise complaint, 600 block of Dryden Street, City of Hart. 1:52 p.m., lost property,…

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Obituary: Billie Ray Camehl, 68, of Hesperia

June 5, 2026

Billie Ray Camehl, 68, of Hesperia, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1957, in Flint, the son of Lyle and Helen (Tinkham)…

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Employment: Middle School/High School English Teacher

June 5, 2026

Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School English 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 June 15,…

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Employment: GSRP Associate Teacher

June 5, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send…

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Employment: Facilities Director

June 5, 2026

Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Facilities Director. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com Application Deadline: June 16, 2026 This is a paid posting. Published until…

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Shelby student to perform in Europe with Blue Lake International Jazz Band

June 4, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby High School junior Kasey Oberlin is headed to Europe this summer to perform in the Blue Lake International Jazz Band. The trumpet player will visit and perform…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026

HART — The following were arraigned recently on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Brett Anthony Peoples, 34, of Hart, third-offense operating while intoxicated and a misdemeanor of…

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Shelby State Bank promotes longtime employee, adds two managers

June 4, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has promoted a longtime employee and added two new members to its management team as part of its ongoing focus on growth, leadership development and…

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Employment: Kindergarten Teacher

June 4, 2026

Mason County Central School District is hiring a kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. See details and apply online at: www.mccschools.org Job ID #661 Application Deadline: June 9, 2026…

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Oceana Drive/Polk Road traffic light shot several times

June 3, 2026

HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public that could lead to the arrest of the suspect or suspects who shot the traffic light at…

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Hesperia man sent to prison for stealing tools valued at nearly $16,000

June 3, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 39-year-old Hesperia man with an extensive criminal history was sentenced to a prison term of 14 months to five years for a…

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Tiger band to march through Electric Forest

June 3, 2026

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.…

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Shelby State Bank celebrating 95 years

June 3, 2026

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…

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Car jumper taken to hospital 

June 2, 2026

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…

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Fisherman’s boat capsizes on Lake 16

June 2, 2026

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…

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MSP news, published June 2, 2026

June 2, 2026

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…

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Firefighters respond to smoke-filled home

June 2, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Ronald Dee Robbins, Sr., 82, of Hart

June 2, 2026

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…

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