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HART — Entrepreneurs from across the region will have the opportunity to compete for a $5,000 startup grant during the Start Garden 5×5 Pitch Night on Monday, Aug. 25, at Birch & Blossom, 112 E. Main St., Suite 3. The event, which begins at 5 p.m., is presented in partnership with Start Garden and hosted by the Chamber Alliance of…
Mason County Central School District is hiring two Middle School Office Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year. For details and to apply, go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID#673. Application deadline: Aug. 8, 2026. This is a paid posting. Published until Aug. 8, 2026.
The Oceana County Road Commission provided an updated detour map. HART — The Oceana County Road Commission provided an updated detour map for the road construction on Polk Road that begins Wednesday, July 29. Polk Road from Oceana Drive to State Street will be closed “until further notice.” Local residents will be able to access their homes, and businesses will…
By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — The Pentwater Historical Society has resumed its one-hour “Hancock Street History Stroll” on Mondays and Thursdays through Labor Day, beginning at 11 a.m. at the top of the Village Green. Shoppers can conveniently join the stroll either before or after they stock up for the week. It is a great way to learn…
Immediate openings in Lake, Manistee and Mason and Newaygo counties. FiveCAP, Inc has positions open for Head Start program Center Directors and Lead Teachers. Candidates must have Early Childhood Education AA or BA and experience teaching. Starting Pay: Center Director, $56,300 and Lead Teacher, $46,900; Other positions are also available! Benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, matched…
UPDATE: The watch has been cancelled for Oceana County OCEANA COUNTY — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Monday, July 27, for several counties in the western portion of the Lower Peninsula, including Oceana and Mason counties. The storms could produce hail and damaging winds. ___________________________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage…
NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Hart woman was transported to Corewell Health Gerber Hospital in Fremont after taking “evasive maneuvers to avoid a head-on collision” on Loop Road near 164th Avenue Tuesday, July 21, around 8 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office traffic crash report. The woman, who was driving a 2014 Honda CR-V, was traveling eastbound on…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office responded to five separate injury crashes at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes in less than a week. One of the crashes resulted in a “spinal and leg injury” for a 65-year-old Crystal, Mich. man Saturday, July 25, shortly after 12:30 p.m., according to an OCSO traffic crash report. The man was southbound…
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A 79-year-old Twin Lake man died last week following a two-vehicle crash on South 192nd Avenue near East White Road that had occurred July 10, around 4:30 p.m., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Joseph Edward Sayers died Thursday, July 23. “When this accident happened, we were monitoring Mr. Sayers’ condition because we knew it was quite…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Tuesday, July 21, 2026: 3:55 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), malicious destruction of property, fencing valued at $500 was destroyed, Woodrow Road and 32nd Avenue, Benona Township. Thursday, July 23, 2026: 11:50 a.m., (Michigan…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Design, Fabrication and Welding (DFW) Paraprofessional-CTE. High School diploma and two years experience working with machine tools and/or CNC mills/lathes required. 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,…
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Bus Aide. High School diploma required; 2 years experience working with students 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, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org…
The Illinois boy was walking through a trail at the Owasippe Scout Reservation BLUE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — An 11-year-old boy camping at the Owasippe Scout Reservation died after a tree fell and hit him while he was walking through a trail Thursday, July 23, shortly after 5 p.m., according to the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. “The camper died…
HART — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Timothy John Werkema, 44, of Howard City, Mich.; third-offense operating while intoxicated and misdemeanors of driving while license suspended and open intoxicants. Offense date: May 19, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $5,000/personal recognizance (PR). Preliminary exam: July 28 at 1 p.m.…
HART — The Oceana County Council on Aging hosted its third annual pie auction Wednesday, July 15, raising funds for its Unmet Needs Fund, which helps older adults with essential expenses not covered by other resources. The event featured 35 homemade pies donated by staff, volunteers and community members. The highest bid of the day was $150 for a…
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 Hart Police Department: Thursday, July 16, 2026: 4:45 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries State and Wood streets, City of Hart. Friday, July 17, 2026: 12:37 a.m., alarm, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 1:42…
Vickie Hunt, 70, of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. She was born in Pekin, Ill. on May 15, 1956. Vickie was a proud artist and created nautical and beach themed artwork with her husband, Terry Hunt. They traveled everywhere between Florida, Michigan, and Wisconsin to display and sell their woodworking trade at various art shows. Vickie is…
Shelby Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for several employment opportunities for the upcoming school year. Current openings include: Special Education Coordinator Varsity Boys Baseball Coach Middle School Cross Country Coach Middle School Instructional Assistant Middle School Library Attendant/Instructional Assistant Elementary Instructional Assistant Shelby Public Schools is seeking passionate, dependable individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in…
Mason County Central School District is currently seeking to hire a Director of State and Federal Programs/English Language Development Coach. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID #674. Application deadline is July 30, 2026. This is a paid posting. Published until July 30, 2026.
HART — Polk Road from Oceana Drive to State Street will be closed “until further notice” for road work beginning Wednesday, July 29, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes, and businesses will remain open during closure, according to OCRC. A detour will be set up — see map below. Please…
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