Education

Shelby Jazz Band earns top rating at state festival

March 31, 2026

SHELBY — The Shelby Jazz Band, which includes Shelby middle and high school students, achieved an overall division 1 rating at the Michigan School Bands and Orchestra Association’s State Jazz Festival, March 25, at Mona Shores High School. Bands are rated on a scale from 1 to 5, with 1 being the highest rating possible.  “Our students had fun preparing…

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A family tradition tradition of helping others

March 27, 2026

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — Hesperia High School senior Grace Eichenberg enjoys helping people, and that passion for assisting others seems to be a genetic trait. “I’ve always loved helping people,” said the 18-year-old who recently became an…

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Brad Jacobs selected as new Hart superintendent

March 24, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Following second round interviews Monday evening, March 23, the Hart Public Schools Board of Education voted to enter into contract negotiations with former Fremont Public Schools Superintendent and Hart native Brad Jacobs to be the district’s next superintendent. “I’m excited to get back home and get started again,” said Jacobs. “I’m very honored…

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Hart High School students explore professions during Career Day

March 23, 2026

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — Hart High School students had an opportunity to learn about several different professions during Career Day, March 18. “Students selected five sessions from the list of presenters that they wanted to listen to during 25-minute sessions,” said Hart High School Principal Brandon Bruce.…

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Eight Shelby choir students qualify for state solo and ensemble

March 18, 2026

SHELBY — All eight Shelby High School choir students who recently performed in district solo and ensemble qualified for the state competition at Big Rapids High School. “Shelby choir students recently had some students go to district solo and ensemble,” said Shelby Director of Choirs Gustavo Morales. “All students that went must perform two pieces by memory in front of…

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