Sand build-up in Pentwater Harbor threatens boating. Emergency dredging costing up to $100,000 needed. PENTWATER — The depth of the entrance to Pentwater Harbor from Lake Michigan is less than 6 feet in some areas, and when offshore winds cause swells that drop by 3 feet or more, many boats risk bottoming out, according to the Protect Pentwater Harbor Citizens…
Fire weather watch in effect Friday. OCEANA COUNTY — The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued fire weather watch for a portion of Michigan, including Oceana County, Friday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Winds will be 10-20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. “Burn restrictions are likely in effect. For more information on burn…
Leader of gang that kidnapped local family in Haiti extradited to US. The leader of a violent gang that kidnapped a local family that was in Haiti on a missionary trip last fall has been indicted on criminal charges, according to national reports. The US attorney’s office for the District of Columbia alleges that Germine Joly, the leader of the…
Shelby students pedal to school for National Bike Day. Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — Shelby elementary students enjoyed some long-awaited sunny spring weather Wednesday, May 4, to participate in National Bike to School Day. “Ride to School was so much fun today!” states a post on the Shelby…
Firefighting dad hands son first officer’s helmet. HESPERIA — It’s a special occasion to receive your first officer’s helmet when you’re a firefighter. It’s even more special when the person bestowing that helmet is your dad. Deputy Chief Tim VanAvery handed his son, Tyler VanAvery, his first officer’s helmet Wednesday evening, May 4. The younger VanAvery was promoted to lieutenant. …
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