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Pint-sized principal

March 18, 2024

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — First grader Claire Pochyla raised the most money of any student for her school’s playground fundraiser, earning her the prize of being “Principal for the Day.” “I won the fundraiser because I got the most money, and then…

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News alert: Semi truck crash on US 31

March 18, 2024

PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews responded to a semi truck crash on southbound US 31 near Monroe Road Monday, March 18, around 1 p.m. The caller reported to Mason Oceana 911 that the male semi truck driver was able to exit the vehicle and was…

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Man suffers minor injuries in US 31 rollover crash

March 18, 2024

WEARE TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Grand Haven man suffered minor injuries in a rollover crash on US 31 Sunday, March 17, around 10:30 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was southbound in a 2003 Ford F150 pickup truck near…

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First responders save woman, man trapped inside burning SUV

March 18, 2024

  HART TOWNSHIP — Oceana County emergency first responders saved two people who were trapped inside a burning SUV after it crashed on US 31 Saturday, March 16, according to…

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Drugged driving arrest tops police activity

March 18, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Oceana County activity of the Michigan State Police, Hart post,…

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Man shot dead reportedly trying to invade Wolf Lake area home

March 18, 2024

EGELSTON TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — A 38-year-old man was shot and killed while trying to invade a home in the 700 block of Chatterson Road Monday, March 18, shortly before…

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Obituary: Joyce Kinster, 74, of Hart

March 18, 2024

Joyce Arlene Kinstner, 74, passed away March 11, 2024. She was born March 25, 1949, in Fremont, the daughter of George and Gertie (Monroe) McCastle. Joyce had many working experiences…

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Obituary: Sara Avila, 46, of Hart

March 18, 2024

Sara Kathleen “Trinkie” (Hornsby) Avila, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, entered the kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Muskegon, at the age of 46.…

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Notice to Bidders: Streetlight LED Conversion, Riverside Park, City of Scottville

March 18, 2024

Notice to Bidders: Streetlight LED Conversion, Riverside Park, City of Scottville The City of Scottville is requesting bids to replace or convert five decorative streetlight fixtures and six exterior area…

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Recent death: Sandra Lynn Purdy, 57, of Hart

March 18, 2024

Sandra Lynn Purdy, 57, of Hart, died on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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Recent death: Mark Charles Smith, 54, of Hart

March 18, 2024

Mark Charles Smith, 54, of Hart, died on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel is in…

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Notice to Bidders: Demolition of Structures, McPhail Field, City of Scottville

March 18, 2024

Notice to Bidders: Demolition of Structures, McPhail Field, City of Scottville The City of Scottville is requesting bids for the demolition of two football field press boxes and a 20-feet…

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March 17, 2024
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Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Our services are provided to you through the generous support of…

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Former Pentwater timber business owner faces indictment for Ponzi-like scheme

March 16, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS — A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Trent William Witteveen, 39, of Montague with wire fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Western District of…

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News alert: Vehicle crash on US 31

March 16, 2024

HART TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews were dispatched to a vehicle crash on southbound US 31 near the Hart rest area Saturday, March 16, shortly before noon. It was not immediately…

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80 years of friendly customer service

March 15, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — In an age of big box shopping centers and dollar stores, small town grocers must adapt to compete against the corporate giants. Ed’s…

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Pistol stolen in break-n

March 15, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. OTTO TOWNSHIP — A Raven .25-caliber pistol valued at $350 was stolen during…

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Break-in suspect suffers serious injuries breaking out window

March 15, 2024

‘At one residence he was trying to gain entry into, he was met with the homeowner who defended the residence with a firearm.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LEAVITT TOWNSHIP…

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