Muskegon Co. to replace wastewater system to support local industry and housing
WGVU News ([wgvunews.org](https://www.wgvunews.org/news/2026-03-26/muskegon-co-to-replace-wastewater-system-supporting-growth-for-fruit-processors-business-housing?utm_source=openai))
County will upgrade wastewater infrastructure to support fruit processors, businesses and housing.
Muskegon County PFAS well-testing pilot project launches
WMEAC / Muskegon County press release ([wmeac.org](https://wmeac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/News-Release-PFAS-Pilot-Kickoff-03.26.26-.pdf?utm_source=openai))
A pilot program began to test local wells for PFAS contamination risks.
Muskegon man sentenced to 15 years in federal prison related to 2024 shooting incident
U.S. Department of Justice (Western District of Michigan) ([justice.gov](https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdmi/pr/2026_0311_Jones-Smith_Sentencing_PR?utm_source=openai))
Federal court sentenced a Muskegon resident convicted of firearm and shooting-related charges.
Free Narcan vending machines launched in Muskegon County
EMS1 (reporting on Muskegon County program) ([ems1.com](https://www.ems1.com/substance-use-disorders/free-narcan-vending-machines-launch-in-mich-county-to-address-overdose-rates?utm_source=openai))
Vending machines dispensing naloxone were installed to help prevent opioid overdose deaths.
