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Obituary: Thomas Frank Peacock, 88, of Mears

May 5, 2026

Thomas Frank Peacock, 88, of Mears, reached his heavenly destination on Thursday April 30, 2026. He was born Feb. 3, 1938 in Mt. Pleasant, to Haessel L. and Dorothy (Siegrist) Peacock. Tom grew up in Midland where he married Gayle Thiel on August 29, 1959. In 1960 he graduated from Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) with a bachelor’s…

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Oceana County early middle college program approved, to launch in fall 2026

May 4, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Oceana County Press.  West Shore Community College, in partnership with local school districts across Oceana County, has received state approval to launch the Oceana County Early Middle College program beginning in fall 2026. The program will provide students opportunities to earn college credits and career credentials while…

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Hart girls take fifth at Shepherd Invitational

May 4, 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. SHEPHERD — The Hart girls varsity track and field team turned in a strong showing Friday at the Shepherd BlueJay Invitational, placing fifth in the large school division despite cold conditions. Joselyn Flores led the…

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 4, 2026

  Mental Health Matters is a presentation of West Michigan Mental Community Mental Health in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  May is Mental Health Awareness Month: A Time to Learn, Connect and Support One Another By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Service for West Michigan Community Mental Health Each May, communities observe Mental…

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Michigan United Conservation Clubs to dissolve after nearly 90 years

May 4, 2026

LANSING — The Board of Directors of Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has unanimously approved a resolution to dissolve the organization, subject to all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. For nearly 90 years, MUCC has served as a unified voice for conservation in Michigan, championing hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts through advocacy, education, and partnerships with…

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