Local schools host veterans programs Monday By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Veterans Day is Monday, Nov. 11, and a Veterans Day Parade is set for this Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. on State Street. The parade, which will include local businesses and military groups, will be held rain or shine, said Oceana County Veterans Affairs Officer/Director Jodi…
Barbara Jane VanWestrienen, 86, of Kalamazoo, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Seminole Shores Assisted Living Center in Muskegon. She was born November 21, 1937, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of Robert Marsh and Betty Jane (Cunningham) Chapman. Barb loved helping others, and her career in home economics helped her share that by using her gifts and talents.…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor UPDATE: The man has been identified as Jose Ramon Garza Orozco, 53, of Hart. Read Garza Orozco’s obituary here ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — A 53-year-old Hart man was killed by an accidental electrocution when the pole saw he was using to cut a branch off a tree hit an overhead power line Saturday, Nov. 2, around…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership in Oceana County Press. HART — Hart High School will bring one of literature’s most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, back to life onstage — with her braces, stubbornness, and all. Meg is portrayed by HHS senior Olivia DeBrot, who has over 10 productions under her belt. Just as…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A travel trailer that was parked along northbound US 31 near Shelby Road with a flat tire was reported stolen, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The 2011 Outback travel trailer is valued at $10,000, said the sheriff. It was left along the roadway Saturday, Oct. 26, at 2 a.m., and when the owner returned at 6…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Hesperia man was arrested for felonious assault Saturday, Nov. 2, shortly after 6 p.m. in the 4700 block of South Maple Island Road, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The suspect may have brandished an “edged weapon,” said…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A shed valued at $12,000 was reported stolen from the 2300 block of South 64th Avenue on Halloween morning Thursday, Oct. 31. The 12-by-24 foot shed has tan vinyl siding, a green metal roof and a built-in loft, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. A witness observed an early 1990s Chevrolet pickup truck with a flatbed hauling…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Tuesday, Nov. 5 will be your final opportunity to vote in the 2024 General Election. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oceana County Press will report on unofficial results when they become available to us from the Oceana County Clerk’s Office. OCP’s concentration will be to report the results of local…
Robert “Bob” Allen Blackmer, 85, of Hart passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was the son of Robert and Donna Blackmer, born July 28, 1939. He was the older brother of Sharon and Marcia. Bob attended school in Shelby until his parents purchased Blackmer Supermarket in Elbridge Township. He graduated from Hart High School in…
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The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024: 7:14 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Jefferson Street, City of Hart. 8:45 p.m., suspicious situation, North Plum Street, City of Hart. Friday, Oct. 25, 2024: 9:09 a.m., disturbance, 500 block of Griswold Street, City of Hart. 12:13 p.m., parking complaint, 4000 block of Polk Road,…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Robert Scott Poort, 63, of 320 N. Michigan Ave., Shelby, pleaded guilty Sept. 24 to operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Oct. 29 to one day in jail with credit for one day served; six months probation; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) twice a week; must complete outpatient treatment;…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Robert Joe Smith, 40, of 1423 W. Arthur Rd., New Era; aggravated stalking. Preliminary exam: Nov. 12 at 1 p.m. – Dejanie Antwanie Moore, 21, of 2468 W. Alder Crt. Rothbury; second-degree home invasion, larceny in a building and a…
HART – The City of Hart has two proposals on the general election ballot, and one of which is a proposal that would allow the council to change its meeting dates and times. The Hart City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at city hall. Hart City Manager Rob Splane provided a…
Marilyn Jean Baker, 86, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, October 27, 2024 after a short illness. She was born on September 7, 1938 to Katherine “Kate” and Peter Bekkering. Marilyn married Duane Jack Baker on March 26, 1955. Together they enjoyed a life filled with adventures, taking their three daughters Brenda, Barbara, and Becky along for the ride. The family…
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By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Mason County jail inmate, who is a habitual offender, faces multiple charges for allegedly bringing fentanyl into the jail and furnishing it to another inmate who nearly died after taking the drug last November. Travis Michael Gale of Oceana County faces charges of delivery/manufacture of cocaine, heroin or another narcotic less…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Former Shelby High School teacher and varsity boys soccer coach Jairo Coronado was sentenced to 30 days in jail and two years probation in Newaygo County’s 27th Circuit Court Monday, Oct. 28, for a felony conviction of using a computer to commit a crime. Coronado, 40, pleaded guilty to the charge Aug. 26.…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old man was arrested for operating under the influence of drugs after crashing into a tree on northbound US 31 near Hammett Road Tuesday, Oct. 29, shortly after 1:30 p.m., according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Kelsey Case. The man was transported by ambulance to Trinity Health Shelby Hospital and treated for minor injuries, said Sgt.…
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Cheryl Maxine Jobbins, 59, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at her home. She was born June 27, 1965, in Flint, the daughter of James and June (Spears) Barrett. Cheryl was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family and grandchildren, but her paradise was…
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