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Caregiver support group meets monthly

July 29, 2026

HART – Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Family caregivers are invited to attend a monthly caregiver support group designed to provide encouragement, education, and a space to connect with others who understand the caregiving journey. The support group meets every fourth Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Oceana County Council on…

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Letter to the Editor: OCCOA’s future depends on restoring public trust

July 29, 2026

Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Oceana County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to OCP and MCP’s Letter to the Editor Policy. Dear Editor: The…

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Polk Road closure begins Wednesday

July 28, 2026

The Oceana County Road Commission provided an updated detour map. HART — The Oceana County Road Commission provided an updated detour map for the road construction on Polk Road that begins Wednesday, July 29. Polk Road from Oceana Drive to State Street will be closed “until further notice.” Local residents will be able to access their homes, and businesses will…

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Take a walk back in time during Pentwater’s history strolls

July 28, 2026

By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — The Pentwater Historical Society has resumed its one-hour “Hancock Street History Stroll” on Mondays and Thursdays through Labor Day, beginning at 11 a.m. at the top of the Village Green.  Shoppers can conveniently join the stroll either before or after they stock up for the week. It is a great way to learn…

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Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 8 p.m.

July 27, 2026

UPDATE: The watch has been cancelled for Oceana County OCEANA COUNTY — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Monday, July 27, for several counties in the western portion of the Lower Peninsula, including Oceana and Mason counties. The storms could produce hail and damaging winds. ___________________________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage…

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