Employment: Police Officer, Ludington Police Department

June 21, 2024

Employment: Police Officer, Ludington Police Department $10,000 hiring incentive for experienced, currently MCOLES certified officers. The City of Ludington (pop. 8,100) is accepting applications for the position of full time Police Officer, with preference being given to Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified applicants. All applicants must be certified/certifiable by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards. Competitive…

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Employment: Administrative Assistant – MCE Middle School/High School

June 21, 2024

Employment: Administrative Assistant – MCE Middle School/High School Mason County Eastern School District is hiring a Administrative Assistant to the Principal at MCE Middle School/High School.  Persons interested in this position should submit a letter of Interest and resume to: Paul Shoup, Superintendent, Mason County Eastern Schools,  18 S. Main Street, Custer, Michigan 49405-9624 or email pshou@mceschools.com For a complete…

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Employment: Bookkeeper/Accountant

June 21, 2024

Employment: Bookkeeper/Accountant Ludington area: Seeking ambitious, multi-task, organized person with attention to detail and good communication skills to assist with all aspects of accounting and reporting for non-profit organization. Qualifications: B.A. in Accounting or equivalent Full charge bookkeeping and computer skills Leadership/supervisory skills Experience with Microsoft Excel, Non Profit and/or Fund Accounting Must be willing to relocate or commute within…

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Employment: Community Support Services Director

June 21, 2024

Employment: Community Support Services Director Ludington area not for profit organization seeking full time, experienced Program Director to manage programs and services for a four-county area. Detail oriented multi-tasker; excellent communication and organizational skills; computer proficiency (data base reporting system); ability to prepare reports accurate/timely; client/community relations; supervisory experience; budget and grant writing. Minimum AA or 2 yrs work related…

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Employment: Head Start Center Director/Lead Teacher

June 21, 2024

Employment: Head Start Center Director/Lead Teacher Immediate Openings: Manistee, Kaleva, Grant. Seeking qualified Center Director responsible for supervision and management of child development center; and teaching a classroom of 3-4 year old children. AA or BA in Early Childhood Development or related with Early Childhood; Annual $56,000 – $60,000 (with BA w/ZS endorsement); Annual $52,000 – $55,000 (with AA in…

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Camp counselor pinned inside cabin when tree falls on it

June 20, 2024

BENONA TOWNSHIP — A woman who is a camp counselor at Camp Ao Wa Kiya in Stony Lake was pinned into her bed by a tree that had fallen onto a cabin early Thursday morning, June 20, according to a press release from the Michigan State Police posted on X, formerly Twitter.  The cabin, which was destroyed by the tree…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – James Patric Horne, 47, of 2980 Pleasant Trl., Southfield, Michigan; a felony of assault with intent to create bodily harm less than murder and a misdemeanor of operating while intoxicated. Preliminary exam: July 9 at 1 p.m. – Jeffrey Allen Boyette, 37, of 64 s.…

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Truck Driver Bingo to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market June 25

June 20, 2024

NEW ERA — Blues, jazz and rock band Truck Driver Bingo will perform at the next New Era Farmers’ Market Tuesday, June 25, from 4-7 p.m. KPOP Club will celebrate the Dog Days of Summer from 4-5 p.m. Kids can watch two puppet shows with Kati O’Grady and friends from Muskegon and Amazing Dog Tricks and Feats with the Oceana…

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Shelby Tigers to march through Electric Forest Saturday

June 20, 2024

ROTHBURY — The Shelby High School Marching and Alumni Band will once again march through the grounds of the Electric Forest Festival. “We are going to have around 45 members perform at Electric Forest on Saturday (June 22),” said Shelby Band Director Erin Ray. “The group is made up of Shelby alumni, a couple community members, and students who have…

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Employment: Media Support/Online Learning Support Specialist

June 20, 2024

Employment: Media Support/Online Learning Support Specialist Mason County Central School District is hiring a high school Media Support/Online Learning Specialist. The job includes facilitating and assisting students taking online classes and serving as high school librarian and media center specialist. A bachelor’s degree in education is required along with a valid teaching certificate. Salaried position contracted through third party. For…

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Recent births, posted June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024

Makayla Sabina Morales, the daughter of Jessica Mercado and Jesus Morales of Walkerville, was born on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Goldie Jean Knizacky, the daughter of Kaitlin Walker and Stephen Knizacky of Ludington, was born Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local…

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Bluegrass, rock, folk and beyond at the 2024 Electric Forest

June 19, 2024

By Ross Field, Contributing Writer ROTHBURY — With approximately 70 percent of the acts at the 2024 Electric Forest being of the Electronic Dance Music (EDM) variety, you are going to be hearing a lot of it as you walk from stage to stage. And that’s alright, because every one of those stages is going to be packed with fans…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted June 19, 2024

June 19, 2024

HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Alejandro Joseph Salazar, 39, of 3511 N. Ridge Rd., Mears, pleaded guilty June 7 to disturbing the peace and was sentenced to $400 in fines and costs. One count of disorderly person — drunk was dismissed. James Robert Carmean, 31, of 179 W. Columbia, Muskegon Heights, pleaded…

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Electric Forest is back

June 19, 2024

By Ross Field, Contributing Writer ROTHBURY — By Thursday afternoon the vast pastures of the Double JJ Resort will have become the largest campsite in the State of Michigan, and the hardwoods and pines that cover much of the ranch will be transformed by seven huge stages, art installations, and lights as the 12th annual Electric Forest festival begins its…

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Portions of Madison Road, 192nd Avenue closed

June 19, 2024

COLFAX TOWNSHIP — Madison Road from 176th Avenue to 192nd Avenue and 192nd Avenue from Madison Road to Monroe Road are closed until Thursday, June 20, at 4 p.m. for maintenance, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour is set up, and local residents can access their homes. _______________________ Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news…

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Employment: Special Education Teacher – Hart Middle School

June 19, 2024

Employment: Special Education Teacher – Hart Middle School This is a paid posting. Posted until June 25, 2024. 

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Employment: Elementary Teacher – Hart Public Schools

June 19, 2024

Employment: Elementary Teacher – Hart Public Schools This is a paid posting. Posted until June 25, 2024. 

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Expect heavy Electric Forest traffic on US 31

June 18, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — As Electric Forest Festival attendees make their way to the Double JJ Resort this week, the Michigan State Police is reminding motorists to be careful. “Try to avoid the area if at all possible,” said Michigan State Police Spl./Lt. Michelle Robinson, who is the Sixth District public information officer. However, if you can’t…

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Employment: Occupational Therapist-Temporary

June 18, 2024

Employment: Occupational Therapist-Temporary West Shore ESD has a position vacancy for a Temporary Occupational Therapist for some of the 2024-25 school year.  Applicants should possess an Occupational Therapy degree from an approved college or university.  For a complete list of qualifications and responsibilities, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore…

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Former teacher and coach accused of accosting child to appear in court next month 

June 17, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WHITE CLOUD — The case against a former Shelby High School teacher and coach facing felony charges of accosting a child for immoral purposes and using a computer to commit a crime following a sting operation was bound over to Newaygo County’s 27th Circuit Court. Jairo Humberto Coronado, 40, is scheduled to appear at a…

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Know your rights if you’re arrested at EF

June 17, 2024

By Julie Springstead, attorney and contributing writer ROTHBURY – The nationally-renowned Electric Forest Festival kicks off Thursday, June 20, as festival goers flock to the venue this week for the massive event that continues through Sunday, June 23. The gigantic celebration of music, art and individuality attracts tens of thousands of people who travel across the nation and beyond for…

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Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks