HART — The City of Hart announced the return of the Music on the Commons Summer Concert Series, bringing live music to Hart Commons Park every Thursday evening from June 25 through Aug. 27. The free weekly concert series will feature a wide variety of musical genres including folk, classic rock, country, Celtic, steel drums, and 90s hits. Concerts will…
Employment: Bus Driver West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. West Shore ESD offers a competitive…
Jerry DWayne Mead, 74, of Pentwater, died Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon Campus. He was born May 25, 1951, in Hart, the son of James and Henrietta (Dunn) Mead. Jerry was employed at Howmet for almost 40 years. In his spare time, he loved fishing, hunting, riding dirt bikes, fixing things and playing euchre with his…
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: Monday, May 18, 2026: 8:50 a.m., a 39-year-old New Era man was cited for operating without a license, M 20 near Garfield Road, Grant Township. Tuesday, May…
Employment: High School Principal Mason County Central School District is hiring a High School Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID #660 Application deadline: June 5, 2026. This is a paid posting. Published until June 5, 2026.
Employment: LRE Special Education Paraprofessional-Ludington West Shore Educatoinal Serivce District has a position vacancy for a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington,…
HART — First Baptist Church of Hart invites area children to attend VBX (Vacation Bible eXperience) set for June 15-18 from 9:30-11:45 a.m. VBX is open to children ages 4 years old and potty trained through students entering eighth grade and offers four exciting mornings filled with fun activities, music, games, and meaningful lessons. Each day of VBX will include…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. FRUITPORT — Hart High School’s boys and girls track and field teams turned in several strong performances Tuesday at the annual West Michigan All-Star Meet at Fruitport High School. The Pirates were led by event…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. HESPERIA — Shelby swept a doubleheader over Hesperia Tuesday by scores of 14-1 and 12-2, clinching a co-championship. In Game 1, winning pitcher Dayday Garcia allowed just one hit while striking out four and walking…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. FRUITPORT — Pentwater was well represented Tuesday at the West Michigan All-Star Track and Field Meet at Fruitport High School, as three Falcons competed against many of the top athletes from across the region. The…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 49-year-old Gardner, Mass. man received minor injuries when the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor pickup truck he was driving crashed at the drag strip area of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, May 16, around 11 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The crash occurred while the man was racing another vehicle. The…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, May 8, 2026: 10 a.m., water emergency, a fisherman on the pier reported a body in the water, Pentwater south pier, Village of Pentwater. Emergency personnel recovered a feed sack floating…
OCEANA COUNTY – ITC will conduct aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures, lines and equipment in Michigan from May 27-June 30, weather permitting. In Oceana County, the inspections are slated for June 12-17. “The helicopters will be flying lower than usual near the transmission lines during these inspections, which is no cause for concern for area residents,” states a…
Story and photos by Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Each year, the Pentwater Service Club donates $20,000 to various Pentwater-related causes by selling caramel corn, popcorn, brats and soft drinks. On a recent Monday, members were hard at work popping corn in the commercial kitchen of the Centenary United Methodist Church in order to restock several area grocery shelves.…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — Candidates for the National Asparagus Festival queen title recently received a lesson about asparagus during a tour of the West Michigan Research Station. Under the guidance of Justin Adams, the women learned about the local asparagus industry; what growing conditions make a good crop; how imported asparagus is affecting the US asparagus industry; and the various types…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. MUSKEGON — The Hart Pirates girls varsity soccer team closed out its regular season in dominant fashion Monday night, defeating the Muskegon Big Reds 8-0. Hart needed some time to settle into the match before…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Smith & Eddy Insurance and Michelle and Andrew Thomas. MONTAGUE — Shelby battled back from a second-half deficit to earn a 1-1 draw against Montague in a girls varsity soccer regular-season finale Monday night. Despite missing several players due to injury and absence, the…
PUBLIC NOTICE Hart Public Schools Board of Education Vacancy Hart Public Schools is accepting applications to fill a current vacancy on the Board of Education. Interested individuals who are registered electors of the school district are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume outlining their background, experience, and qualifications that would enable them to positively…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band has announced it will award $20,000 in scholarships to middle school and high school music students attending summer arts programs. The Raymond Schulte Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to 68 students from across Michigan, including 25 local students. More than $12,500 in scholarships are being awarded to students attending Blue…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office unveiled its new patrol boat with a dedication ceremony Monday, May 18, at the Silver Lake State Park Campground boat launch just as the busy summer boating season begins. The United States Department of Agriculture provided a $50,000 grant to help purchase the 21-foot $250,000 vessel, which…
HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office announced the launch of its new free mobile application, which is now available to download on both iOS and Android devices. “The new app, available by searching “Oceana County Sheriff, MI” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, is designed to strengthen communication between the sheriff’s office and the public while…
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