HART — The holidays can be isolating for many seniors. Oceana County Council on Aging, with the support of local churches, the Community Foundation for Oceana County, and many volunteers worked to address the holiday isolation by delivering care packages to 31 seniors in all corners of Oceana County, Dec. 23. The care packages included fresh food and pantry items…
OCEANA COUNTY — Emergency crews responded to several calls of wires down around the county due to the strong winds from the winter storm Monday, Dec. 29. Oceana County remains under a winter storm warning through 7 p.m. Monday with 55 mph wind gusts and 4-8 inches of accumulating snow predicted. ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive…
The following are closed on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025: Caritas Food Pantry, Custer Hesperia Community Library The Ladder Community Center, Shelby Ludington Area Senior Center Mason County Meals on Wheels Oceana County Council on Aging in Hart Pere Marquette Township offices Sandcastles Children’s Museum, Ludington Scottville Area Senior Center ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive daily…
OCEANA COUNTY — A winter storm warning has been issued by the National Weather for several west Michigan counties, including Oceana and Mason, from 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29. Heavy snow and blowing snow is expected with 4-8 inches of accumulation and winds gusting as high as 55 mph. “Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to…
‘Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.’ OCEANA COUNTY — A winter storm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for several west Michigan counties, including Oceana and Mason, beginning late Sunday night, Dec. 28, through Monday evening, Dec. 29. Heavy snow is possible with total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches.…
The following are closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP/OCP for Friday, Dec. 26, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Ladder Community Center, Shelby ________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you…
James “Jim” Leroy Gable, 77, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive…
Employment: Media Sales Representative Media Group 31 LLC is seeking an advertising sales person for Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. This is a commission-based, contracted position with lots of earning potential. Casual, part time, or full time. Experience in media sales, including social media marketing, is certainly beneficial along with familiarity of the business climates in Mason, Oceana,…
James “Jim” Leroy Gable, 77, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive…
David Rex Hulett, 82, of Mears, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his home. He was born June 3, 1943, in Grand Rapids, the son of Irwin and Marion (Hoyt) Hulett. David enjoyed the great outdoors, spending a lot of time fishing, as well as caring for and watching deer and other wildlife. He also liked to complete crossword…
HART — Oceana County Council on Aging brought the spirit of the season to local seniors this month at both the main center and the adult day center, Our Friends House. Festivities at the main center included two Christmas dinners with cookie decorating and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Our Friends House hosted a cookie decorating session and…
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: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025: 10:56 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 46-year-old Idlewild man was arrested for operating under the influence of drugs, carrying a concealed weapon, drug possession, operating without insurance and operating…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025: 12:40 a.m., found property, 200 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 8:30 a.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. 5:32 p.m., general assistance, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 6:45 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries, West Main…
Otto Kurt Heimann, 70, of Hart, died on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily…
Employment: Media Sales Representative Media Group 31 LLC is seeking an advertising sales person for Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. This is a commission-based, contracted position with lots of earning potential. Casual, part time, or full time. Experience in media sales, including social media marketing, is certainly beneficial along with familiarity of the business climates in Mason, Oceana,…
OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, Fresh Coast Foam and Baker Ford Ludington. HART — The Hart Pirates fell just short in a thrilling home battle against Fremont, losing 64-61 in a game that showcased incredible heart and determination. Despite the narrow defeat, the team’s record remains…
MCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Smith & Eddy Insurance, VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals, Mission Graphics, Squires Chiropractic, Fresh Coast Foam and Baker Ford Ludington. NORTON SHORES — The Shelby Tigers won first place in Division 3/4 at the Mona Shores Sailor Invitational on Thursday, Dec. 18. Results Division 3/4: 1st Place: Shelby Round 1- 198.7 Round 2- 187.38…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank and its customers recently raised $20,034.61 in its annual Spirit of Giving initiative. Funds raised are donated to local nonprofit charitable organizations to assist families during the holidays. This year’s initiative supported six counties and organizations including: Mason County – $2,452.32 plus 3,100 non-perishable items (valued at $2022) for Hand2Hand, helping eliminate childhood hunger during…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Arts Council recently awarded $7,000 in grants to six Oceana County teachers. The areas of art related subject matter include art, vocal and instrumental music, graphic design, drama and performing arts. The 2025 Teacher Grant Awardees are: Carrie Jeruzal, Pentwater Schools Art Department Kirstie DeVries, Hart High School Media Department Suzanne Vander Zanden, Hart Middle School…
The following are closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP/OCP for Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Gateway to Success Academy Hart Public Schools Pentwater Public Schools Shelby Public Schools Walkerville Public Schools Other Oceana County Council on Aging and Our Friends House, closed ________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 31-year-old man was sentenced to 19 months to five years in prison for a conviction of third-offense operating while intoxicated in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 15. Shawn Michael Rosencrans pleaded guilty to the charge Nov. 13. Charges of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and driving while license suspended were dismissed. Judge Susan…
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