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Police investigate discovery of deceased newborn at Electric Forest festival

June 28, 2026

ROTHBURY — Michigan State Police are investigating the discovery of a deceased newborn found Sunday morning in the camping area at the Electric Forest festival. According to MSP, the body of the neonate was found inside a portable restroom by an employee of the restroom servicing company who was performing routine maintenance. Police said the investigation remains active and that…

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Operation Dry Water: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office steps up BUI enforcement July 3–5

June 26, 2026

HART — As boating traffic increases over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office will increase on-the-water patrols and enforcement as part of Operation Dry Water, a national campaign focused on preventing boating under the influence (BUI).  From July 3–5, officers will take part in the initiative in partnership with the National Association of State Boating…

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The Monarch in Hart awarded $25,000 state grant

June 25, 2026

HART — The City of Hart announced that The Monarch in Hart, LLC, owned by Cindy Beth Davis-Dykema, has been selected to receive a $25,000 Match on Main Grant through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Match on Main is a reimbursement-based grant program that helps new and expanding small businesses in Michigan downtowns and commercial districts invest in projects…

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Emergency management issues Electric Forest traffic advisory

June 25, 2026

ROTHBURY — As tens of thousands festival goers descend upon the Double JJ Resort for the Electric Forest Festival this week, Muskegon County Emergency Management issued a traffic advisory for US 31 and I 96. The advisory states the following: Please be advised of potential regional traffic impacts related to the Electric Forest Festival, taking place June 25–28 in Rothbury,…

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Pentwater Historical Society launches Declaration of Independence exhibit

June 24, 2026

PENTWATER — The Pentwater Historical Society is inviting residents and visitors to explore the nation’s founding through a new exhibit and community-wide educational program commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Beginning June 29 and continuing throughout the summer season, the society will present “250 Years of the Declaration of Independence” at the Pentwater Museum, located at 85…

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