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MSP seeking public’s help in locating attempted kidnappers

May 6, 2024

UPDATE: MSP reporting Tuesday, May 7, that a similar incident was reported in Montague. WEARE TOWNSHIP — A white man with a mustache who is about 40-50 years old and an older white woman in a white minivan with dark windows reportedly attempted to abduct a child Friday, May 3, according to the Michigan State Police. MSP troopers from the…

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Investigation of teacher’s death ongoing 

May 6, 2024

‘The pathologist’s findings are going to play a big part in this investigation.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office continues to “actively investigate” the suspicious death of 33-year-old teacher Juan Carlos Lozano of New Era, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast.  Lozano was found dead on private property in the 5800 block of…

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Pentwater school bond issue on Tuesday’s ballot

May 6, 2024

‘This proposal will be focusing on nothing more than keeping our students and staff warm, safe and secure.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Pentwater school officials are hoping the “the third time’s a charm,” as the district seeks voter approval of a $7.59 million bond proposal Tuesday, May 7, for critical school improvements. This is the third time…

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Washington Road, 66th Avenue to be closed for culvert maintenance

May 6, 2024

WEARE TOWNSHIP — Washington Road from 66th Avenue to 80th Avenue and 66th Avenue from Oceana Drive to Washington Road will be closed for culvert maintenance Monday, May 6, starting at 8 a.m. until Tuesday, May 7, at 4 p.m., according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes.

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Late principal’s close friend hired as interim

May 5, 2024

HART — Troy Moran’s close friend and former colleague, Ken Byard, has been hired as Hart High School principal following the unexpected death of 46-year-old Principal Moran, April 27. The announcement was made on the school district’s Facebook page Sunday, May 5. “I met Mr. Moran about 25 years ago when we started working out together at the Thunderbolt Gym…

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