Obituary: James Hughes, 83, of Hart, formerly of Rothbury James “Jim” William Hughes, 83, of Hart, formally of Rothbury, passed away at Oceana County Medical Care, on Friday, February 17, 2023. Jim was born to James and Bessie (Johnstone) Hughes, in Bath on October 31, 1940. Jim was a graduate of Shelby Public Schools, and he served his country in…
A sign of spring: Asparagus Day March 9 NEW ERA – Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Asparagus Industry Research Farm Advisory Committee have scheduled this year’s Oceana Asparagus Day for Thursday, March 9. This in-person workshop brings together MSU researchers and industry representatives from inside and outside Michigan to update growers on the latest challenges and opportunities in…
Recent births, posted Feb. 21, 2023 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Roman…
Pirate Quiz Bowl squad wins WMC Rivers Division championship Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. The Hart High School Quiz Bowl Team won the West Michigan Conference Rivers Division championship, qualifying for the state Quiz Bowl Finals in April. “On Wednesday Feb. 15, the Hart Varsity Quiz Bowl Team traveled to…
Winter storm watch A winter storm watch issued by the National Weather Service is in effect from Tuesday evening, Feb. 21, through Thursday morning, Feb. 23. Counties included in the watch are Oceana, Mason, Newaygo, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Mecosta and Isabella. Heavy mixed precipitation is possible with total snow accumulations of 6-10 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 20, 2023 Kenneth “Beach” Wayne Beachum, 92, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. Sharon A. Martin, 77, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. John Thomas Fredenburg, 75, of Rothbury, died on Thursday, February 16, 2023. Arrangements by Harris…
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Obituary: Kenneth Beachum, 92, of Shelby Kenneth “Beach” Wayne Beachum, 92, of Shelby, was called home by his Lord, Wednesday, February 15, 2023, with the love of his life at his side. He was born May 23, 1930, in Shelby, the son of Earl and Ruth (Hedges) Beachum. Beach proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1947 until…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Feb. 17, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Alan E. James Boyette, of 288 McLaren Lake Rd., Hesperia; OCSO; fourth-degree fleeing police and operating without a license. Probable cause hearing: Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Meredith Anne Cushman, of…
Ludington man sentenced to prison for killing infant son faces charges in Oceana County LUDINGTON — A 37-year-old Ludington man who was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Wednesday, Feb. 15, to 25-70 years in prison for killing his 2-month-old son now also faces breaking and entering and home invasion charges in Oceana County. Craig David Overla pleaded “no…
Ludington hospital sponsoring first aid/CPR/AED training LUDINGTON — Corewell Health’s Spectrum Health Ludington hospital community services team is hosting a Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED training on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at Lakeshore Resource Network, 920 E. Tinkham Ave., from 8 a.m. to noon. Seats are limited so register now by calling 231.845.2222. The team is also offering CPR, first aid and…
Oceana County prosecutor honored for 20 years of service By Allison Scarbrough, Editor TRAVERSE CITY — Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon was honored during the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan Midwinter Conference for his 20 years of service to Michigan citizens. PAAM President Tom Weichel, who is the Alcoma County prosecutor, presented Bizon his award Thursday evening, Feb. 16. “It’s…
Closings and cancellations, Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Friday, Feb. 17. This post may be updated. If you have a closing or cancellation to report, email editor@mediagroup31.com. Schools: Baldwin Community Schools Casman Academy, Manistee Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy, Scottville Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic Schools Mason County…
79th District Court sentencings, Feb. 16, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Cody Ashton-James Saunders, of 617 W. Arthur Rd., Rothbury, was found guilty Jan. 17 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE) and $1,070 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable to…
News alert: Crash on US 31 near Pentwater PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Mason-Oceana 911 reported call of a single-vehicle crash on southbound US 31 near Hammett Road Thursday, Feb. 16, around 2:45 p.m. It is is unknown if anyone is injured.
Sheriff’s report, Feb. 16, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Monday, Feb. 13, 2023: 1:28 p.m., breaking and entering, 400 block of East Main Street, Village of Walkerville. A door was found open, but it is unknown if anything was stolen. Police are awaiting the owner’s arrival to verify. 4:56 p.m., larceny of a…
Pet Connection: Victor needs a loving home Editor’s Note: Last month’s featured cat, Zoey, has found her “furever” home. In order to help us continue helping these animals, we need an advertising sponsor for the Pet Connection series to continue. Please email editor@masoncountypress.com for details. Victor is our featured cat this month rescued by Oceana County Animal Friends. “Victor was…
HPD news, posted Feb. 16, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023: 7:59 a.m., motorist assist, 500 block of Courtland Street, City of Hart. 12:28 p.m., suspicious situation, 2000 block of Comfort Drive, City of Hart. 3:09 p.m., a 40-year-old Grand Rapids man was arrested on an outstanding warrant, Polk Road and…
Police investigate gunshots fired on Valentine’s Day in downtown Hart HART — The Hart Police Department is investigating a complaint of “shots fired” that occurred downtown early Valentine’s Day morning, according to Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar. “Law enforcement has identified a person of interest. This is an ongoing investigation,” said Chief Salazar in a press release issued Wednesday, Feb.…
Winter weather advisory Thursday and Friday The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Oceana County and several other counties beginning Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7 a.m. until Friday, Feb. 17, at 7 a.m. Other counties impacted include: Mason, Lake, Muskegon, Newaygo, Osceola, Clare, Mecosta, Isabella, Montcalm, Gratiot, Ottawa and Kent. Snow accumulations of 6-8 inches are…
Navigating a career path Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor SHELBY — Oceana County high school juniors got a close-up look at career and education options available after graduation during the Oceana College Access Network’s College and Career Fair Wednesday, Feb. 15, in the Shelby High School…
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