Sports

Sports complex focus of Sept. 3 meeting

August 22, 2024

SHELBY — Residents are invited to participate in a public meeting Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 6 p.m. at the Shelby Township Hall, 204 N. Michigan Ave., to discuss the development of a new 40,000-square-foot sports complex at the new Shelby Township Community Park. The meeting will offer community members an opportunity to provide input on the amenities and programs they…

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High-tech high school

July 31, 2024

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor  HART — When Hart High School students return to classes Sept. 3, they will be amazed by a massive 8.5-by-16 foot LED wall in the gym. In addition to the huge one on the east side of the gym, there…

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Shelby Township to receive $2.5 million grant for sports complex

July 10, 2024

SHELBY TOWNSHIP – Shelby Township will be awarded a $2,500,000 community enhancement grant from the State of Michigan, according to a press release issued by the township Wednesday, July 10. “This significant funding will be allocated to the development of the Shelby Township Sports Complex, a project that promises to enrich the community and provide state-of-the-art recreational facilities for residents…

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Pirates run away with third consecutive state title

June 6, 2024

The Hart track and cross country teams have captured a combined 10 state titles in the last seven years. Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor KENT CITY — The Pirate track and cross country teams have captured a combined 10 state titles in the last seven…

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Wildcat sophomore breaks school discus record 

April 29, 2024

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Abdel Lopez, 16, is making history at Walkerville Public Schools. The sophomore broke the school discus record with a throw measuring 105 feet and 8 inches, April 24, at a West Michigan D League Jamboree hosted by Mason…

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