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Pentwater man arrested for assault with knife

April 24, 2026

PENTWATER — An assault in the Village of Pentwater resulted in a “significant police presence” in the area of Fifth and Hancock streets Friday afternoon, April 24, according to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. “An incident and investigation involving a 27-year-old Pentwater man who allegedly assaulted a 69-year-old Pentwater man and a 66-year-old Pentwater woman is ongoing,” states OCSO. “The…

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Shelby rolls past Kent City 8-0 in mercy-shortened match

April 24, 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. SHELBY — Shelby dominated Kent City from the opening whistle Friday, scoring eight first-half goals to end the match early…

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Falcons shine against tough field at MCC invitational

April 24, 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. SCOTTVILLE — Facing a field loaded with larger, highly competitive schools, the Pentwater Falcons rose to the occasion Friday at…

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Pirates rally late to earn 1-1 draw at Glen Lake

April 24, 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. MAPLE CITY — Hart battled…

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Oceana County Democrats meeting set for May 5

April 24, 2026

HART — Heather Ramseyer, director of the Oceana County Center of the Michigan Dyslexia Institute, will be the guest speaker during the Oceana County Democrats general membership meeting Tuesday, May…

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Shelby Optimist Club hosts Derby Day

April 24, 2026

SHELBY — You don’t need to be at Churchill Downs to catch the excitement of this year’s Kentucky Derby. Just buy a ticket to Shelby Optimist Club’s Derby Day on…

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Polk Road reconstruction project meeting draws large crowd

April 23, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WEARE TOWNSHIP — About 120 people attended a meeting Tuesday evening, April 21, at the West Michigan Research Station where details of an upcoming construction…

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Former Oceana County man to stand trial in child sex case

April 23, 2026

HART – Jesuz Chapa, 63, who most recently resided in Dallas, Texas, was bound over to stand trial in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, April 21, for allegedly sexually…

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Motorcyclist critically injured in crash

April 23, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 50-year-old Leroy, Mich. man was airlifted by Aeromed from the scene of a motorcycle crash Wednesday, April 22, around 2 p.m.…

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Varsity Track: Fatura sets discus record as Pentwater shines at jamboree

April 23, 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. MARION — Pentwater opened West…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Shelby rebounds with 5-0 win over Manistee

April 23, 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. Varsity Girls Soccer: Shelby rebounds…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Hart tops Oakridge 2-0 behind Rosema-Porter connection

April 23, 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 — Hart coach Joseph…

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Obituary: Roger Clinton Bailey, 90, of Pentwater

April 23, 2026

Roger Clinton Bailey of Pentwater passed peacefully at the age of 90 on Friday, April 17, 2026. He was with his beautiful bride Ruth. They were married for nearly 63…

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Michigan Dyslexia Institute to open center in Oceana County 

April 22, 2026

HART — A grant from the Oceana Community Foundation will allow the Michigan Dyslexia Institute to open a center in Oceana County. The Oceana County Center of the Michigan Dyslexia…

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Brad Jacobs is excited to take the helm of the Pirate ship

April 22, 2026

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…

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Varsity Girls Track: Hart girls stay dominant, extend conference streak with tri-meet sweep

April 22, 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. HART — The Hart girls…

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Employment: Middle/High School Math Teacher

April 22, 2026

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 …

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Employment: Deputy Clerk

April 22, 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…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Hart defeats Whitehall for first conference win of season

April 21, 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. By Kai Taylor, OCP Sports…

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Varsity Girls Soccer: Ravenna edges Shelby 2-1 in WMC matchup

April 21, 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. RAVENNA — Ravenna scored once…

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Obituary: Sally Lou Wisner, 80, of Pentwater

April 21, 2026

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…

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