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Safety is a top priority for school personnel, first responders.

February 23, 2018

Safety is a top priority for school personnel, first responders. #OceanaCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Last week’s Florida school shooting has again sparked the national debate about school safety. But, for local educators and first responders, the topic is something that has been ongoing for years. Over the last week MCP has spoken with school and law enforcement leaders about…

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Recent deaths, posted Feb. 23, 2018.

February 23, 2018

Recent deaths, posted Feb. 23, 2018.  #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Janice K. Timmer, 78, of New Era, died on Monday, February 19, 2018. Patricia A. Volz, 93, of Pentwater died on Friday, February 23, 2018. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville.   Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431;…

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Make OCP a priority in your Facebook news feed.

February 22, 2018

Make OCP a priority in your Facebook news feed. Facebook has recently updated its algorithms which may impact how often you see news from Mason County Press, Oceana County Press, and/or Manistee County Press. Here are some simple steps to assure that we are on top of your news feed: On your computer desktop, look for the arrow in the…

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ESD selects final four superintendent candidates.

February 22, 2018
ESD selects final four superintendent candidates.

ESD selects final four superintendent candidates. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — The West Shore Educational Service District Board of Education selected four candidates to be considered for the position of superintendent during a meeting Thursday, Feb. 22. The board had received 18 applications for the position and reviewed each of those applicants in closed session, per…

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Shelby High School placed on lockdown following Facebook message.

February 22, 2018

Shelby High School placed on lockdown following Facebook message.  #OceanaCountNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SHELBY — Shelby High School went into lockdown Thursday morning after a high school student received a Facebook message that was threatening in nature, according to Superintendent Tim Reeves. Reeves contacted district parents about 3 p.m. Thursday via automated message. He said the Facebook message the…

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