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Fire destroys garage

April 25, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — A fire ripped through a garage at 7075 S. Clearwater Court in the Oceana Shores Subdivision Friday afternoon, April 25, completely destroying it. Owner Mikki Rosema said she is thankful her house only received some damage to the siding, which melted from the extreme heat. “It was close — I was starting to…

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79th District Court arraignments, published April 25, 2025

April 25, 2025

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Jeffrey Scott Barrett, 42, of Gwinn, Michigan; four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and one count of first-degree child abuse. Preliminary exam: May 6 at 1 p.m.  –…

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HPD news, published April 25, 2025

April 25, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com.  The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, April 17, 2025: 9:30 a.m., parking complaint, 700 block of State Street, City of Hart. 3:48 p.m.,…

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Asparagus festival organizers announce parade route change

April 25, 2025

HART — The National Asparagus Festival parade slated for Saturday, June 14, at 2 p.m. will have a new route. Instead of beginning at the Oceana County Fairgrounds and proceeding…

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Exploring nature’s wonders through the eyes of a child

April 24, 2025

Article and photos by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — The Oceana Conservation District’s Knee-High Naturalists program instills in its preschool participants an appreciation of nature and its many…

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News alert: Crash on Grant Road

April 24, 2025

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched to West Grant Road near South 88th Avenue Thursday, April 24, at 9 a.m. for a vehicle crash. It was reported that a…

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Portion of Madison Road closed daily for maintenance

April 24, 2025

WEARE TOWNSHIP — Madison Road from Oceana Drive to 88th Avenue will be closed daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for maintenance beginning Thursday, April 24, according to the…

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Students, educators recognized at MEA ceremony

April 23, 2025
Students, educators recognized at MEA ceremony

VICTORY TOWNSHIP, Mason Co. — The Michigan Education Association’s 13-B Coordinating Council recently recognized several students and MEA members during its inaugural Outstanding Persons in Education Awards Banquet held at…

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Walkerville kindergarten round up set for Thursday

April 23, 2025

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  WALKERVILLE — Walkerville Public School’s kindergarten round up — Round Up Towards the Future —…

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Obituary: Antonia Coronado de Coronado, 74, of Hesperia

April 23, 2025

Antonia Coronado de Coronado, 74, of Hesperia, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025. She was born November 6, 1950, in Matehuala, San Luis, Potosi, Mexico, to the late Emerejildo Coronado…

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Section of Arthur Road closed for culvert work

April 22, 2025

GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — Arthur Road from Maple Island Road to 200th Avenue will be closed until 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, for culvert maintenance, according to the Oceana County Road…

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Section of 88th Avenue closed for culvert work

April 22, 2025

HART TOWNSHIP — A section of 88th Avenue between Polk and Tyler roads will be closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, for culvert maintenance, according to the Oceana County…

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News alert: Crash at Polk Road and 72nd Avenue

April 22, 2025

HART — Emergency crews were dispatched to the intersection of Polk Road and 72nd Avenue for a vehicle crash Tuesday, April 22, shortly after 8 a.m. It was reported that…

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Shelby Middle School presents ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ this weekend

April 22, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  SHELBY — Shelby Middle School presents “The…

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Oceana County Democratic Party meets May 6

April 22, 2025

HART — The monthly meeting of the Oceana County Democratic Party is set for Tuesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. at the Hart Community Center, 407 S. State St. “Volunteers…

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Employment: Science Teacher, MCC High School

April 22, 2025

Employment: Science Teacher, MCC High School Mason County Central School District is hiring a full time high school Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. See details and apply online…

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Shelby woman enjoys jobs on SS Badger

April 21, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Sue McDonald of Shelby likes to have fun at work. She started working at the SS Badger in 2024 as a galley prep cook,…

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Shelby man with 30 convictions arrested

April 21, 2025

FERRY TOWNSHIP —  A 42-year-old Shelby man was arrested Thursday, April 17, shortly after 4 p.m. in the 1800 block of Fish Road by troopers from the Michigan State Police,…

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Shelby Optimist Club hosts Derby Day 

April 21, 2025

SHELBY — The Shelby Optimist Club is “off to the races” again with its popular Derby Day set for Saturday, May 3, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Shelby Optimist…

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Lane closures on US 31 in Montague in effect

April 21, 2025

MONTAGUE TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — Lane closures for road work are in effect through 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, on northbound US 31 from Colby Road to Fruitvale Road, according…

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Police news, published April 21, 2025

April 21, 2025

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, April 16, 2025:…

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