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Over 50 honored during Make a Difference Awards

May 14, 2026

West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — More than 50 educators, support staff, community members and organizations were honored Wednesday during the 11th Annual Make a Difference Awards hosted by the West Shore Educational Service District Special Education…

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Tigers battle No. 6 North Muskegon in hard-fought conference match

May 14, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. NORTH MUSKEGON — The Shelby Tigers girls varsity soccer team turned in a strong defensive effort Wednesday night but fell 4-0 to No. 6-ranked North Muskegon in a West Michigan Conference match. Shelby held the…

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Porter’s hat trick leads Hart past Orchard View on Senior Night

May 14, 2026

MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. HART — Hart girls soccer celebrated Senior Night in dominant fashion Wednesday, shutting out Orchard View 6-0 in a West Michigan Conference match at home. Junior Rilynn Porter led the Pirates with a hat trick…

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Recent death: Betty Leola Alvesteffer, 91, of Hart

May 14, 2026

Betty Leola Alvesteffer, 91, of Hart, died on Thursday, May 7, 2026. In accordance with Betty’s wishes, no services will be held. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com   Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths.…

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Employment: Part-time Music Director

May 13, 2026

St. John’s Church Position: Part-time Music Director Overview: Seeking a passionate director to lead music ministry. Services feature a blended worship style. Responsibilities: ·         Direct music for one weekly Sunday morning service ·         Play an instrument and lead vocals for worship services. ·         Meet with Pastor for worship planning and occasional special services. Requirements: Musical experience with a variety of songs and ability to work and perform with…

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