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Hundreds of trees planted at local park thanks to $6,000 grant

October 13, 2023

Hundreds of trees planted at local park thanks to $6,000 grant SHELBY TOWNSHIP – They say money doesn’t grow on trees, but in this case, money results in tree growth. Shelby Township recently received a $6,000 grant from Consumers Energy and Michigan Forestry and Park Association, Inc. to plant 330 trees along Buchanan Road, outlining the Shelby Township Park.  Shelby…

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MSP report, posted Oct. 13, 2023

October 13, 2023

MSP report, posted Oct. 13, 2023 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County activity of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023: 3:20 p.m., a 29-year-old Walkerville man was arrested on a failure to appear warrant and charges of…

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Walkerville school improvements taking shape

October 12, 2023

Walkerville school improvements taking shape By Allison Scarbrough, Editor Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. WALKERVILLE — There has been a renaissance of sorts at Walkerville Public School with many recent improvements taking shape on the small campus. One of the most noticeable changes is the refurbished cafeteria. “We started with…

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Heroes to look up to

October 12, 2023

Heroes to look up to Hart’s Buccaneer Buddies program creates a lasting impact By Allison Scarbrough, Editor Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  HART — The Buccaneer Buddies program at Hart Public Schools creates lasting friendships between the varsity football players and elementary students. The little kids have heroes to look…

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Pierce Road closed for road work

October 10, 2023

Pierce Road closed for road work FERRY TOWNSHIP — Pierce Road from 132nd Avenue to 144th Avenue is closed to traffic for the next several days for road maintenance, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. OCRC is also reminding motorists that 144th Avenue between Baseline and Buchanan roads is still under construction. Local residents can access their homes.

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