Closings and Cancellations, Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Friday, Feb. 10. This post may be updated. If you have a closing or cancellation to report, email editor@mediagroup31.com. Schools: Covenant Christian School Gateway to Success Academy, Scottville Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area School District Manistee Area Public Schools Manistee Catholic Central School…
Family of murdered man thankful for US Congressman’s apology Although pleased with the written apology, the family is awaiting a public apology from the politician. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor A Mears family was outraged after a former Mason County man who was charged with murdering a family member four years ago was honored recently by the House Judiciary Committee. However,…
Driver in deadly US 10-31 crash criminally charged; victim was from Shelby LUDINGTON — The driver involved in a deadly crash on US 10-31 in Amber Township last October — Zachary Scott Martinsen, 29, of Ludington — has been arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court on a 10-year felony of reckless driving causing death, according to Mason County Sheriff…
ESD continues threat assessment trainings West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. WEARE TOWNSHIP — A special school behavioral threat assessment training was held recently at the West Michigan Research Station on Oceana Drive. The training was part of a series of trainings that…
Congressman Moolenaar introduces bill to help veterans enter workforce WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman John Moolenaar has introduced legislation that would help veterans who are finishing their military service and going into the workforce. Specifically, Moolenaar’s legislation, H.R. 728, would allow states to use federal funding to create their own fellowship programs to help veterans find jobs and then be employed…
CTE criminal justice students begin safer drive campaign West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — Students from the West Shore Educational Service District’s Career and Technical Education Criminal Justice program will host an open house…
79th District Court arraignments, Feb. 8, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in 79th District Court: Felonies Earl Jay Vanderleest, of 6720 M 20, Hesperia; Michigan State Police (MSP); third-offense domestic violence. Bail: $750/cash/surety. Duane Sexton, of 3345 W. Madison Rd., Hart; Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO); assault with a dangerous weapon/felonious assault. Competency…
79th District Court sentencings, Feb. 8, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Kevin Scott Lewis, of 7725 S. 100th Ave., Rothbury, was found guilty Jan. 31 of larceny $200-$1,000 and was sentenced to $510 in fines and costs. Restitution is reserved. One felony count of larceny in a…
No one injured when trailer comes unhitched from vehicle hauling it FERRY TOWNSHIP — No one was injured when a trailer came unhitched from the vehicle that was hauling it Monday, Feb. 6, shortly after noon on East M 20 near South 154th Avenue, according to Lt. Shane Hasty of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. “The clasp hitch may have…
Pentwater Senior Grace Stoneman named Student of the Month PENTWATER — Pentwater senior Grace Stoneman was named January Pentwater Service Club Student of Month. Stoneman was nominated by school staff members for her hard work, leadership, positivity, teamwork and compassion. Stoneman received the award during a luncheon held in her honor and attended by her father, Rob Stoneman. In addition…
News alert: vehicle fire in Ferry FERRY TOWNSHIP — The Ferry Township Fire Department was dispatched to a vehicle fire Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 11 a.m. on 148th Avenue near Baker Road.
Seasonal weight and speed restrictions on roads begin Wednesday. HART – In an effort to protect the roads from damage by heavy trucks, the Oceana County Road Commission is imposing seasonal weight and speed restrictions on county roads beginning Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 6 a.m. The restrictions will be imposed on all roads except for those listed as “all-season.” “While…
Sheriff’s report, posted Feb. 6, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023: 9:39 a.m., verbal domestic dispute, no arrests 4700 block of West Baseline Road, Golden Township. 10:48 a.m., fraud, an attempt to withdraw from a bank account, 1800 block of North White Birch, Golden Township. 12:55 p.m., vehicle crash, no…
HPD news, posted Feb. 6, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Wednesday, Jan 25, 2023: 10:04 a.m., threats complaint, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. Noon, medical assist, 400 block of Washington Street, City of Hart. 1:30 p.m., larceny, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 2:10 p.m., mental health issues, 300…
Obituary: Joseph Negele, 90, of Pentwater Joseph Anton Negele, 90, of Pentwater, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2023. Joseph was born in Ludington, the son of Joseph and Theresia Negele. Joseph was a Korean War Veteran. He served as a medic in the Army from 1949-1951. He also worked on the CSX Railroad for 38 years. Joe was a…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 4, 2023 Joseph Anton Negele, 90, of Pentwater, died on Friday, February 3, 2023. Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing of 2018 deaths. Listing of 2017 deaths.…
Agriculture and Natural Resource Banquet to celebrate Conservation District WEARE TOWNSHIP — The annual Oceana Agriculture and Natural Resources Banquet is scheduled for Monday, March 20 and will celebrate 50 years of conservation work by the Oceana Conservation District. Conservation District staff and volunteers are putting together a historical look at 50 years of services they have provided to Oceana…
Closings and Cancellations, Friday, Feb. 3, 2023 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Friday, Feb. 3, 2023. This post may be updated. Schools Covenant Christian School Gateway to Success Academy Hart Public Schools Hesperia Community Schools Ludington Area School District Ludington Area Catholic School Manistee Area Public Schools Mason County Central Schools and Victory Early Childhood Center…
Obituary: James Rininger, 80, of Hart James Ralph Rininger, 80, of Hart, passed away January 31, 2023, from a massive stroke. He was born September 17, 1942, in Douglas, the son of Ralph and Mary (Bolton) Rininger. Jim married the love of his life, Sandra Smith, on October 21, 1961. They spent 61 happy years together. Jim was a member…
Winter weather advisory begins at 8 p.m. Thursday OCEANA COUNTY — The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the lakeshore counties Oceana, Mason, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday evening, Feb. 2, until 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. Total snow accumulations of up to 4 inches are expected. A wind chill…
Police news, posted Feb. 2, 2023 The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023: 1:23 a.m., a 39-year-old Shelby man was arrested on three warrants and for driving while license suspended, 80th Avenue near Water Road, Grant Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. Wednesday, Feb. 1,…
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