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. Report compiled by Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Reporter HOWARD CITY – On Monday, the Shelby Tigers pulled off a draw against the Tri-County Vikings, something they have not been able to do for a while.…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Following second round interviews Monday evening, March 23, the Hart Public Schools Board of Education voted to enter into contract negotiations with former Fremont Public Schools Superintendent and Hart native Brad Jacobs to be the district’s next superintendent. “I’m excited to get back home and get started again,” said Jacobs. “I’m very honored…
HART — The Oceana County Democrats will host a general membership meeting Tuesday, April 7, in the Oceana County Services Building Conference Room at 844 S Griswold St. The meeting will feature Cindy Beth Davis-Dykema, a Michigan-based community leader and wellness advocate, who is best known as the founder of the Monarch in Hart. She has focused her work on…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 40-year-old man who had been paroled from prison last August is headed back behind bars after being sentenced in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, March 23, to a minimum of one year and seven months to 10 years in prison for a conviction of breaking and entering a building with intent.…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WHITE CLOUD — A jury found a 52-year-old man not guilty of all charges in a child sex case in Newaygo County’s 27th Circuit Court Thursday, March 19. Samuel Robert King was accused of sexually assaulting a girl who was 12 years old at the time, Jan. 1, 2023 in the City of Newaygo. After…
Charles Wesley Kiogima, 92, of Hart, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home. He was born Oct. 12, 1933, in Petoskey. Chuck served in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Navy Reserve from 1953 to 1958. He was employed by S.D. Warren as a machinist and mechanic for 42 years, retiring in 1996. Chuck was a member of the…
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. Report compiled by Kai Taylor, MCP Sports Reporter ALLENDALE: The Hart Pirates opened up their track season this past Friday with an impressive outing at Grand Valley State University, which featured over 39 schools competing.…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Hart High School students had an opportunity to learn about several different professions during Career Day, March 18. “Students selected five sessions from the list of presenters that they wanted to listen to during 25-minute sessions,” said Hart High School Principal Brandon Bruce.…
The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Monday, March 16, 2026: 1:03 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), an 83-year-old Rothbury man was cited for driving while license revoked, M 20 and Oceana Drive, Shelby Township. 3:50 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a minor injury was reported in a one-vehicle crash, US 31 north of Tyler Road, Hart Township. Tuesday,…
We are still seeking sponsors to support our continued coverage of local school sports. This winter, Mason County Press and Oceana County Press began expanding sports coverage. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, with many readers expressing appreciation for the service. However, this added coverage also brings additional expenses. There are several ways you can help: Business or individual sponsorships:…
Employment: K-12 Art Teacher Mason County Central School District is hiring a K-12 Art Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. For details and to apply go to: www.mccschools.org. Job ID#649 Application deadline: April 13, 2026, 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until April 7, 2026
HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies David Jon Richter, 51, of Walkerville, larceny of a firearm. Offense date: Feb. 9, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $1,000/personal recognizance (PR). Preliminary exam: March 31 at 1 p.m. Bernard John Norkett, 59, of Muskegon, methamphetamine possession and bringing contraband into a prison/jail.…
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, March 12, 2026: 8 a.m., assault and battery, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. 8:50 p.m., suspicious situation, 400 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 3:15 p.m., disturbance, 300…
Laurence Richard Frishett, 84, of Hart, died on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his home. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 3 p.m., Friday, March 27, 2026, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, 2370 North 72nd Avenue, Hart with Fr. Phillip Sliwinski presiding. Visitation will be on Friday from 1 p.m. until time of service at the funeral…
SHELBY — All eight Shelby High School choir students who recently performed in district solo and ensemble qualified for the state competition at Big Rapids High School. “Shelby choir students recently had some students go to district solo and ensemble,” said Shelby Director of Choirs Gustavo Morales. “All students that went must perform two pieces by memory in front of…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Construction of a $2.6 million pedestrian tunnel that will cross M 20 to Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo began March 9, and the project is moving along according to schedule. M 20/Stony Lake Road is closed to traffic between 68th and 72nd avenues in the vicinity of the construction site. “We got…
PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — The Michigan Dunes Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) has been awarded a $2,578.30 state grant to preserve the historic graves in the Pentwater Township Cemetery. The funds are spearheaded for the “America 250 Legacy Project: Protecting the Historic Graves of Pentwater Township Cemetery,” according to a press release from the…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — Do you have a desire to start a small-scale orchard in your backyard or have established trees and want to learn more about how to care for them? Join a hands-on fruit tree pruning workshop at the West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center, at 5185 N. Oceana Dr. Saturday, March 21, from 1-3 p.m. The program…
HART TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched to a vehicle crash involving a minor injury on southbound US 31 north of Polk Road Monday, March 16, around 3:45 p.m. There was a reported semi crash on northbound US 31 near Shelby Road around 3 p.m. Monday, which caused the highway in that area to be closed temporarily. No injuries were…
SHELBY — Approximately 65 people representing about 25 different Oceana County churches and several local police officers attended the Oceana County Church Safety Network kick-off meeting at Shelby Road Baptist Church, March 9. The meeting opened with a video outlining why it is necessary for rural churches to take necessary steps to ensure congregant safety, said Oceana County Undersheriff Ryan…
The following closings and cancellations have been reported to MCP and OCP for Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This list may be updated. Schools: Fountain Child Development Center Hart Public School District Ludington Area School District Ludington Catholic School Mason County Central School District including Victory Early Childhood Center Mason County Eastern School District Pentwater Public Schools Walkerville Public School West…
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