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Man sentenced to prison for threatening deputies with hatchet, knives

March 9, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 31-year-old man was sentenced to 14 months to four years in prison for a conviction of assault with a dangerous weapon in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, March 9. Cody Morgan Denton threatened two Oceana County sheriff’s deputies with a hatchet and two knives, said Oceana County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph Bizon. …

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Police news, published March 9, 2026

March 9, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Wednesday, March 4, 2026: 12:22 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 24-year-old New Era man was cited for driving…

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Lindsay Brown promoted to Hart’s economic development coordinator

March 9, 2026

HART — The City of Hart announced the promotion of Lindsay Brown to the position of economic and community development coordinator, filling a role that has been vacant since City Manager Nichole Kleiner previously served in the position before returning to lead the city. “Brown…

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Shelby band students qualify for state solo and ensemble

March 9, 2026

Concert band earns straight 1s at festival SHELBY — Six Shelby High School band students recently qualified for state solo and ensemble, and the concert band earned straight 1s at…

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79th District Court arraignments, published March 9, 2026

March 9, 2026

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Jesse James Bays, 44, of Pentwater, methamphetamine/ecstasy possession. Offense date: Jan. 20, 2026. Agency: Oceana County…

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Obituary: Frances “Jeanne” Lanenga, 91, of Hart

March 9, 2026

Frances “Jeanne” Lanenga, 91, of Hart, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born January 10, 1935 in Oak Park,…

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Recent death: Barbara Mary Bailey, 81, of Scottville

March 8, 2026

Barbara Mary Bailey, 81, of Scottville, died on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at home. She was born February 17, 1945, in Hart, the daughter of Elten Eugene and Julia (Kequom)…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Hart defeats Shelby for district title

March 6, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. WHITE CLOUD…

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We need your help

March 6, 2026

Folks, we need your help. Before I continue, I want to thank those who have accepted our request and are now subscribing to the MCP/OCP Daily Briefing. We are asking…

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Shelby students get an A+ in attendance with SRO’s help

March 6, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational School District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. SHELBY — Attendance is on the increase…

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Moolenaar receives Medal of Merit from National Guard

March 5, 2026

Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States this week. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state…

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Easter events 2026

March 5, 2026

The following Easter events scheduled for Oceana and Mason counties have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email:…

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MSP news, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

The following is recent Oceana County activity of the Michigan State Police, Hart post:  The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902,…

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Hart PD report, published March 5, 2026

March 5, 2026

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026: 2:48 p.m., hit-and-run crash, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026:…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Hart tops White Cloud in district semifinal

March 5, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. WHITE CLOUD…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Shelby tops Holton in district semifinal

March 5, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. WHITE CLOUD…

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Varsity Girls Basketball: Walkerville prevails against Eastern in district semifinal

March 5, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. CUSTER —…

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Easter egg hunt set for April 4

March 5, 2026

HART — The Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4, at noon at the Oceana County Fairgrounds. Hunt the…

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Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional

March 5, 2026

Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional.  High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a…

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Construction of $2.6 million Lewis farms tunnel project to begin Monday

March 4, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY TOWNSHIP — M 20/Stony Lake Road is scheduled to close to traffic between 68th and 72nd avenues at 7 a.m. Monday, March 9, as…

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Fishing licenses now for sale

March 4, 2026

The new Michigan fishing license and regulation season begins Wednesday, April 1. The 2026 fishing licenses are available for purchase now and are valid through March 31, 2027. All anglers…

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