Julie Ann Cross, 65, of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Newaygo County Compassion Home in Fremont. Julie is survived by her husband, Ronald Cross; as well as many family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jay and Barb Muusse. In accordance with Julie’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and services will be…
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By Ross Field, Contributing Writer ROTHBURY — Nestled deep in the towering pines of the Sherwood Forest, the Art Bar has been a popular wayside stop, a quiet oasis in the shade, for folks wandering between the Ranch Arena and Sherwood Court stages since 2015. Over the course of the festival the Art Bar offers craft projects for folks to…
ROTHBURY — Electric Forest, the massive music festival that draws tens of thousands of attendees from across the country and beyond, wraps up Sunday, June 22, at the Double JJ Resort. Expect heavy southbound traffic on US 31 in the area Monday, June 23, as festival goers leave the grounds. ______________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP…
By Ross Field, Contributing Writer ROTHBURY — The transformation of the sprawling Double JJ Resort is nearly complete. The huge pasture along US 31 is filling with tents and campers; the Sherwood Forest will be a kaleidoscope of lights and lasers; and by tonight (June 19) Oceana County’s population will have more than tripled as folks from around the world…
ROTHBURY — As the massive Electric Forest Festival begins Thursday, June 19, at the Double JJ Resort, local police are reporting no major incidents thus far as tens of thousands of people from across the country and beyond descend upon the small Village of Rothbury. Michigan State Police Sgt. Michael Cuevas reported “nothing significant” as of Thursday morning. Detailed information…
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WHITEHALL — The Whitehall Police Department shared a video on Facebook Wednesday, June 18, of a black bear spotted in the city limits overnight. WPD said the bear was on Alice Street near Baldwin Street. It can be seen sniffing a heaping garbage can that was not fully closed. “As the weekend of Electric Forest nears (June 19-22), we expect…
BENONA TOWNSHIP — The Annual Stony Lake Sparkler 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, July 6. Everyone is welcome to cheer on the runners as they help raise funds for the Crystal Valley Care Fund. The Stony Lake Association has sponsored a run to raise funds for a local charity since 2015. From an initial 500…
PENTWATER — Pentwater Jr. Women’s Club’s 60th Annual Pentwater Juried Art and Craft Fair is set for Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. in downtown Pentwater. The juried art fair features all original work of the artist’s own creation, including painting, ceramics, jewelry, photography, weaving, clothing, sculpture, and other media. Always a highlight of the summer activities,…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Historical Society and the Pentwater Arts Council have announced that The Lamplighter, a sculpture constructed of antique tools and implements, will be permanently on display at the Pentwater Historical Society and Museum, located at 85 S. Rutledge St. A dedication event is set for Sunday, June 29, at 4 p.m. at the museum. The sculpture depicts…
ROTHBURY — The 50-piece Shelby Alumni Marching Band and Color Guard will perform at Electric Forest Sunday, June 22, from 3:20-4:20 p.m. The band will gather behind the stage-right gate of the Sherwood stage, said Shelby Band Director Erin Ray. The musicians will march toward the event’s east entrance near “Elle” the elephant for a one-song performance. Then, the band…
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The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 22-year-old Morton, Illinois woman faces charges of operating without insurance, open intoxicants, possession with intent to deliver LSD and bringing contraband into a jail following a traffic stop on Oceana Drive near Wilke Road Sunday, June 15, shortly after…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Norton Shores man and a 20-year-old Muskegon man were arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies on a charge of operating while intoxicated involving the same vehicle Saturday, June 14, at 10:45 p.m., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast.…
MUSKEGON — Miss Ludington Area Natalee Urbon was named First Runner Up during the 86th annual Miss Michigan Scholarship Pageant on Saturday, June 14. Urbon also was named Miss Congeniality during the pageant held at the Frauenthal Theater in downtown Muskegon. As Miss Ludington Area, Urbon represents Mason, Manistee, Oceana, and Lake counties. She was chosen among 22 women and…
Daniel John Shugars, Sr., 82, of Walkerville, passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, June 11, 2025, with his family by his side, after being cared for at his home during a very unexpected and brief battle with cancer. He is now in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Daniel was a veteran of the U.S.…
ROTHBURY — Electric Forest, the massive music festival that draws tens of thousands of attendees from across the country and beyond, takes place this week at the Double JJ Resort. The event runs Thursday through Sunday, June 19-22. Expect heavy northbound traffic on US 31 in that area beginning Tuesday, June 17, and Wednesday, June 18, with early arrival EF…
HART — Oceana County residents and visitors celebrated the 2025 National Asparagus Festival during the Joan Glover Royale Parade Saturday, June 14. OCP photos by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Approximately 400 people participated in a protest Saturday, June 14, as part of the national “No Kings” mass protests. The local event was organized by the Oceana County Democrats. Protesters gathered in the Village Green and recited the preamble to the US Constitution — as seen in this video, and then marched down…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched to northbound US 31 near Hayes Road Friday, June 13, at 9:38 p.m. for a car/deer crash. “The deer went into the vehicle,” injuring the male driver, according to 911 dispatch information.
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