MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. NORTH MUSKEGON — Hart defeated North Muskegon 41-39 in West Michigan Conference Rivers Division play Thursday, Jan. 15. Pirate Rilynn Porter made all three free throws after getting fouled with .7 second…
OCEANA COUNTY — Several west Michigan counties — including Oceana and Mason — are under a winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service beginning at 10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, until 7 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches with locally higher amounts are predicted. The heavier snow will be west of US…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Chamber of Commerce invites residents and visitors to enjoy winter along the lakeshore during Pentwater Winterfest, featuring outdoor recreation, arts, shopping, and family-friendly activities. The main Winterfest celebration takes place on Saturday, Feb. 14, in downtown Pentwater, with additional events occurring the previous Sunday, Feb. 8. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026: Ryan Williams Perch Derby, 7 a.m.…
HART — Seasonal weight and speed restrictions for commercial trucks on county roads that went into effect Jan. 8 due to unseasonably warm weather are now being lifted Monday, Jan. 19, due to cold weather’s return. The Oceana County Road Commission announced that seasonal weight and speed restrictions will be lifted Jan. 19 at 6 a.m. until further notice. In…
HART — The City of Hart has announced details for Winterfest 2026 — a celebration packed with outdoor fun, friendly competition, and community activities for all ages. Find the full schedule of events and registration links at www.takemetohart.org/winterfest Winterfest festivities kick off Saturday, Jan. 31, with the Fourth Annual Frozen Tinman Golf Outing — a Hart favorite that brings golf…
HART — The Hart Rotary Club hosts its 85th Anniversary Casino Night Fundraiser Saturday, Jan. 31, from 6-10 p.m. at the Oceana County Council on Aging, at 4250 W. Tyler Rd. Buy casino chips to play Blackjack, Poker and Roulette. There will also be Bingo and a 50/50. Pre-ticket sales are $50 or you can pay $55 at the door,…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. MONTAGUE — Hart won first place at the Montague High School competitive cheer meet Wednesday, Jan. 14. The win was the second time this season the Pirates have taken the top place…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. NEWAYGO — Hart defeated the Newaygo Lions Wednesday, Jan. 14 51-26. Pirates Coach Nick Bronsema said despite the large score gap, Newaygo was physical and aggressive. The Pirates showcased their depth and balanced…
The following are closed on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026: Schools Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area School District Manistee Area Public Schools Oceana Christian School Pentwater Public Schools Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee Other Ludington Senior Center Oceana County Council on Aging in Hart ____________________ Please Support Local News and Sports coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Jonathon Scott Morse, 37, pleaded guilty Nov. 18 to operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Dec. 23 to two days in jail with credit for time served; six months probation; and $1,155 in fines and costs. Jacob Garrett Young, 26, pleaded guilty Nov. 18 to second-offense operating…
MCP/OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. CUSTER — The Mason County Eastern Cardinals defeated the Pentwater Falcons 51-38 in West Michigan D Conference play Wednesday, Jan. 14. “It’s nice to see that we’re executing down the stretch in…
Russell Ronald Frank, 87, of Branch, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Russell was born on February 8, 1938, the son of the late Lester and Millie (Vasicek) Frank. He was a 1956 graduate of Custer High School, known now as Mason County Eastern. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. On June 5, 1960, he…
HART — A 50-year-old Rothbury woman who amassed three operating while intoxicated charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court within a three-month period pleaded guilty to all three counts simultaneously, allowing her to avoid being prosecuted as a repeat offender. Jacki Lynn Boutell was arrested for drunk driving by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office July 13, 2025. Then, Boutell was…
HART — The following were sentenced this week in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Colton Robert Slone, 36, pleaded guilty Oct. 27 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession, third-degree fleeing police and third-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Jan. 12 to 10 months in jail with credit for 24 days served; two years probation; and $1,384 in fines, costs and restitution.…
NWS: The greatest snow totals will be across Mason and Oceana counties. OCEANA COUNTY — Several west Michigan counties — including Oceana and Mason — are under a winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather service beginning at 4 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, until 7 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Up to 7 inches of accumulating snow is predicted with…
Employment: Coaching positions Mason County Central School District has the following coaching positions open: Junior Varsity Baseball Coach, Job ID #641 Girls Varsity Track Head Coach, Job ID #642 For details and to apply, go to www.mccschools.org. Application deadline: Jan. 27, 2026 This is a paid posting. Published until Jan. 27, 2026
OCP Sports Coverage is presented by: Baker Ford Ludington, Fresh Coast Foam, Mission Graphics, Quick-Way, Inc., Squires Chiropractic, Smith & Eddy Insurance, and VanderHaag Car Sales & Rentals. HART — The Hart Pirates defeated the Montague Wildcats 79-23 Monday, Jan. 12. Rilynn Porter finished with 21 points off six 3 pointers. She also had seven assists. Reese Smith had 16…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor CLAYBANKS TOWNSHIP — A narrow driveway impeded firefighters’ access to the scene of a pole barn fire Friday night, Jan. 9, said Grant Township Fire Chief Dan Yost. Two fire trucks were damaged driving down the narrow driveway to 5677 S. Scenic Drive to the fire that was dispatched around 8:20 p.m. Firefighters from Grant…
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: Monday, Jan. 5, 2026: 12:01 p.m., a 38-year-old Ravenna man was arrested for open intoxicants, transporting an uncased firearm and violating a restricted driver’s license, Elm Street, Village of Hesperia. He was…
MUSKEGON — Jay Kilgo, a Muskegon real estate agent, has announced he is seeking the Democratic nomination to run as a candidate for Michigan’s 32nd senate district. Kilgo serves on the Muskegon city council. “In every conversation I’ve had across this district, one thing is clear: families are working harder than ever to get ahead — but too often, the…
Barbara Ann Hart, 88, formerly of Hart, died on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.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 __________ Please Support…
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