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Lake Road closure scheduled for Thursday

April 9, 2025

HART TOWNSHIP — Lake Road from Oceana Drive to 88th Avenue will be closed for culvert repair/replacement Thursday, April 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the Oceana County Road Commission. “The road will be closed on each side of the culvert work, and traffic will not be able to get through that area. Please use an alternate…

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Developers invited to submit proposals for Ceres Solutions property

April 9, 2025

Vision for site is a mix of residential and retail spaces HART – After collaborating with city officials and gathering feedback from the community, the Tax Increment Finance Authority recently announced the release of the request for proposals (RFP) for the vacant Ceres Solutions property on East Main Street.  “This marks a significant milestone in the anticipated development of the…

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Hart district seeks voter approval of bond proposal with no tax hike

April 8, 2025

$14 million in improvements include upgrading the stadium and track Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public School District in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor  HART — Hart Public Schools officials are asking voters Tuesday, May 6, to approve a proposal that would continue the district’s bond levy, generating about $14 million at no…

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West Shore Bank acquires Dearborn-based wealth management and advisory and trust business

April 8, 2025

LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has acquired the wealth management, investment advisory and trust services business of Auto Club Trust, FSB of Dearborn in an all-cash transaction effective March 31, 2025. According to a press release from West Shore Bank, the acquisition expands the bank’s trust and fiduciary capabilities further strengthening its commitment to providing comprehensive wealth management services. “We…

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Fire destroys garage; house is likely a total loss

April 7, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor CLAYBANKS TOWNSHIP — A garage was destroyed and the attached house is likely a total loss following a fire Monday, April 7, at 5300 Winston Road, said Grant Township Fire Chief Dan Yost. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene shortly after 3 a.m. The owners awakened to smoke in their home and were able to…

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