Alan Roy Moulds, 64, of Mears, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, after battling cancer. Born on Nov. 18, 1961, in Lake City, Iowa, Alan lived a life filled with love, dedication, and adventure. Alan was a devoted husband and best friend to his wife of 40 years, Sharon. Together they built a life centered on family and…
HESPERIA — Residents who live near the Hesperia Dam on the White River should prepare to evacuate due to potentially life-threatening flooding Wednesday, April 15, according to the Village of Hesperia. “Oceana County Emergency Management is sending out the following message: prepare to evacuate areas below the Hesperia Dam on the White River. Water levels continue to rise. Life threatening…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — April 16, 2026, marks seven years since William and Denita Buchanan’s 32-year-old son, Billy, was murdered, and the man who was accused of killing him remains free. “We’re going into the seventh year, and we’re no further than the day it happened,” said Denita. The murder, assault and weapon charges against Corey Ryan…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 64-year-old Oceana County man was sentenced to three and a half to 15 years in prison Monday, April 13, by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court for sexually assaulting a 9-year-old child in 2018. Ricky Lee Eschman pleaded guilty to three felony counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct,…
HART — The following were sentenced this week in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Brett Daniel Robart, 42, pleaded no contest Feb, 23 to third-degree fleeing a police officer and operating while impaired and was sentenced April 13 to 209 days in jail with credit for 209 days served and $648 in fines and costs. Brandon David Osterman, 46, pleaded…
Daniel Wayne Rickard, 78, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Ada, Ohio, died Friday, April 3, 2026, at Majestic Care Jefferson Pointe in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born September 5, 1947, in Hart, the son of Willis and Dorothy (Wood) Rickard. Daniel graduated from Hart High School in 1965. He attended Marion College for four years prior to enlisting in…
Robert Allen “Bubba” Tubbs, 72, of Hart, died on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________…
The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a tornado watch, which includes Mason and Oceana counties and surrounding Lake Michigan waters, in effect until 4 a.m. Wednesday. The watch covers the lakeshore from Pentwater to Manistee — placing Mason County directly within the affected area — along with a broad stretch of adjacent nearshore and offshore waters on…
HART – A 37-year-old Harbor, Wash. man was sentenced to 15½ months in jail in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, April 13, for convictions of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct, aggravated indecent exposure and absconding on bond. Jared Matthew Lodholm was sentenced by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski Monday after pleading no contest to the charges, March 2. Lodholm will be…
HART — Construction on the City of Hart’s Downtown Event Plaza and streetscape project at the intersection of State and Main streets began Monday, April 6. “The project will transform the core of downtown into a more walkable, accessible, and vibrant public space designed for both daily use and community events,” states a press release from the city. Improvements 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. WHITEHALL — After a 19-day layoff, Shelby returned to the pitch and came away with a 1-0 win over Whitehall Tuesday night in girls soccer action. The Tigers had not played since March 24 at…
Lela Rae Walker, 90, of Walkerville, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at her home. She was born July 23, 1935, in Elberon, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Agnes (Kucera) Dvorak. Lela taught for over 20 years, first in Elbridge and later at Ferry until her retirement. Afterwards she volunteered at the Oceana Christian School for several years. In…
Case encounters hurdle as alleged domestic violence victim claims she not assaulted By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 37-year-old Pentwater man was arraigned in Oceana County’s 79th District Court Monday, April 13, on multiple charges stemming from an alleged domestic assault that resulted in the stabbing death of the victim’s pit bull. John Paul Redmond is charged with…
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: Tuesday, April 7, 2026: 12:55 a.m., a 30-year-old Shelby man was arrested for third-offense operating while intoxicated, driving while license revoked, operating an unregistered vehicle and operating without insurance, South Oceana Drive,…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Shenel Lee Rudd-Corbin, 22, of Battle Creek, pleaded guilty Feb. 3 to operating with a high blood alcohol content and was sentenced April 7 to one day in jail with credit for one day served; six months probation; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); and $705 in fines…
UPDATE: THE FLOOD WATCH HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 2 A.M. FRIDAY, APRIL 17. THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF OCEANA COUNTY IS UNDER A FLOOD ADVISORY UNTIL 2:30 P.M. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15. The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a flood watch for several counties, including Mason, Oceana, Lake and Newaygo, through Wednesday morning, April 15. “Excessive rainfall may result…
By Kai Taylor, OCP Sports Writer HART — The Hart Pirates hosted the No. 8-ranked Division 4 girls soccer team, the Leland Chargers, on Saturday, falling 3-0. According to head coach Joe Gilbert, fatigue and injury-related substitutions played a role in the loss. Leland scored all three of its goals in the first half. Hart made adjustments after halftime and…
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. SCOTTVILLE — Pentwater and Shelby turned in strong performances Friday at the Scottville Optimist Track & Field Invitational at Mason County Central’s Spartan Community Field, highlighted by multiple event wins and top finishes against a…
HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felony Jacob Donald Alberts, 30, of Shelby, third-offense operating while intoxicated, fleeing a police officer and driving while license suspended. Offense date: April 7, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $1,500/10 percent. Probable cause conference: April 21 at 1 p.m. Jeremy Joseph Scheel, 49, of…
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. PENTWATER — The Pentwater Falcons dropped both games of a doubleheader to Brethren Thursday, falling 7-6 in the opener and 19-7 in the nightcap. In Game 1, Pentwater controlled much of the contest behind a…
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. By Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Writer LUDINGTON — Ludington swept Hart in a doubleheader Thursday, shutting out the Pirates 10-0 and 9-0. In the opener, the Orioles broke through in the second inning when Karson…
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