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‘Burnouts’ cancel Cruz-in parade

April 25, 2024

MONTAGUE — For nearly 20 years, hundreds of classic car enthusiasts, including several from Oceana County, have participated in the White Lake area’s Cruz-in event, which draws thousands of people each year. During the last Friday evening in July, classic car owners parade from Whitehall to Montague to show off their dazzling rides. However, it was announced Thursday April 25…

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Former Shelby teacher/coach arrested for accosting child 

April 24, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor NEWAYGO — A former Shelby High School teacher and coach faces felony charges of accosting a child for immoral purposes and using a computer to commit a crime following a sting operation. Jairo Humberto Coronado, 39, was arrested by the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office and was lodged in the Newaygo County Jail. According to 78th…

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Pentwater selects Barter as new superintendent

April 24, 2024

PENTWATER — The Pentwater Public Schools Board of Education announced Wednesday, April 24, that it has selected Pentwater Public Schools Assistant Principal Craig Barter as the new superintendent/principal. Barter will replace Superintendent/Principal Scott Karaptian who is retiring. His first day on the new job will be July 1. Barter was among five candidates interviewed for the job, including: Engadine Consolidated…

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Hesperia breaks ground on new pavilion at Vida Weaver Park

April 24, 2024

HESPERIA — The Village of Hesperia recently celebrated the groundbreaking for its newest addition to Vida Weaver Park — a state-of-the-art pavilion designed to enhance the community’s outdoor experience. “The new pavilion, sparked by Hesperia Beautification, is made possible through funding from the Oceana County ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Committee, MEDC (Michigan Economic Development Corporation) Revitalization and Placemaking 2.0…

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Marshville Dam Road to close for bridge construction

April 24, 2024

BENONA TOWNSHIP — Marshville Dam Road will be closed from 48th Avenue/Fish Road to 54th Avenue, and the Marshville Dam Bridge will be closed for construction until further notice, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. The closure is scheduled to begin Monday, April 29, at 8 a.m. Local residents will be able to access their homes. _______________________________________ Receive daily…

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