Obituary: Debra Rosewell, 70, of Hart

December 29, 2022

Obituary: Debra Rosewell, 70, of Hart Debra Ann Roswell, 70, of Hart, passed away suddenly, December 24, 2022. She was born September 20, 1952, to Charles and Betty Snook. Debra enjoyed spending time with the people that mattered most to her, although she was stubborn, her sense of humor made up for it. Debra had a fond love for dogs,…

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Obituary: Marion Sanford, 92, of Shelby

December 29, 2022

Obituary: Marion Sanford, 92, of Shelby Marion Louise Sanford (Popp), 92, died on December 22, 2022.  Marion was the fourth of seven children born to Rueben and Josephine Popp in Lake Leelanau. Marion’s mother passed away in 1940 leaving her husband to care for seven children.  Like so many families did during the Depression, Marion and her siblings were sent…

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Obituary: Doris Marsman, 92, formerly of Mears

December 29, 2022

Obituary: Doris Marsman, 92, formerly of Mears Doris Mae Marsman, 92, of Casnovia, formerly of Mears, entered into glory on December 17, 2022. She was born September 13, 1930, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Henry and Dena (Slagter) VandenBosch. Doris was well loved by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, several friends and extended family. She will be greatly missed.…

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79th District Court sentencings, Dec. 28, 2022

December 28, 2022

79th District Court sentencings, Dec. 28, 2022 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Jacob Scott Schutter, of 4075 Clay Rd., Montague, was found guilty Dec. 20 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to $400 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable to the Secretary of State (SOS). Jeremy John…

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Rothbury man faces felony charge for ethnic intimidation of inmates

December 28, 2022

Rothbury man faces felony charge for ethnic intimidation of inmates HART — A 43-year-old Rothbury man lodged in the Oceana County Jail faces a felony charge of ethnic intimidation for allegedly threatening and intimidating black jail inmates. Shawn Alan Goerbig, of 7080 S. Surf Crt., faces up to two years in prison if convicted. “There have been multiple incidents involving…

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Shelby’s new elementary school taking shape

December 27, 2022

Shelby’s new elementary school taking shape Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, Editor.  SHELBY —  Construction is moving along on Shelby Public Schools’ $19 million 65,000-square-foot elementary school building located along Oceana Drive north of the high school.  The new elementary school will replace the Thomas Read Elementary…

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79th District Court arraignments, Dec. 27, 2022

December 27, 2022

79th District Court arraignments, Dec. 27, 2022 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Joseph Kendall Zuber, of 3661 E. Baseline Rd., Shelby; Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO); methamphetamine possession and two counts of narcotic/cocaine possession less than 25 grams. Bail: $2,500/cash/surety/10 percent.  Robert John Engstrom, of 8583 E. Pierce Rd.; OCSO; assaulting/resisting/obstructing…

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Inmate allegedly damages bunk by repeatedly jumping on it

December 27, 2022

Inmate allegedly damages bunk by repeatedly jumping on it The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022: 8:07 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), malicious destruction of property. A male inmate allegedly damaged a cell after jumping up and down on a bunk until it gave way. The case is being turned over to the Oceana…

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Closings and cancellations for Friday, Dec. 23, 2022

December 22, 2022

Closings and cancellations for Friday, Dec. 23, 2022 If you have a closing or cancellation to report, do not post it in the social media comments or send it by private message. Please only email it to editor@mediagroup31.com.  The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Friday, Dec. 23, 2022: Mason County Senior Meals will not be making deliveries.…

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Obituary: Naydene Lipps, 75, of Hart

December 22, 2022

Obituary: Naydene Lipps, 75, of Hart Naydene Bernardette Lipps, 75, of Hart, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, December 17, 2022.  She was born on October 2, 1947, in Hart. Naydene retired from Alcoa/Howmet and then served ice cream to her community in her small business, Hart Dairy Delight. Naydene was dedicated to being a wife, mother, sister,…

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Obituary: Yvonne Brown, 90, of Pentwater

December 22, 2022

Obituary: Yvonne Brown, 90, of Pentwater Yvonne D. Brown, 90, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022. She was born August 20, 1932, in Shelby, the daughter of Arthur and Grace (Tower) Ash. Yvonne was a graduate of Shelby High School and furthered her education at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, earning her registered nurse degree. She was a…

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Blizzard warning begins Thursday at 7 p.m.

December 21, 2022

Blizzard warning begins Thursday at 7 p.m. ‘Travel should be restricted to emergencies only.’ OCEANA COUNTY — A blizzard warning is in effect for Oceana County beginning Thursday, Dec. 22, at 7 p.m. until Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m. Other counties included in the blizzard warning are Mason, Muskegon, Lake, Newaygo, Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Barry, Van Buren and Kalamazoo.…

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Blizzard conditions possible Friday.

December 21, 2022

Blizzard conditions possible Friday. OCEANA COUNTY — A winter storm watch is in effect beginning Thursday afternoon, Dec. 22, through Saturday evening, Dec. 24. The watch affects a large area including Oceana County, as well as Mason, Muskegon, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Newaygo, Mecosta, Isabella, Montcalm, Gratiot, Ottawa, Kent, Ionia, Clinton, Allegan, Barry, Eaton, Ingham, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun and Jackson counties.…

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News alert: Crash on US 31 near Rothbury

December 20, 2022

News alert: Crash on US 31 near Rothbury GRANT TOWNSHIP — Central Dispatch received a 911 call from a passerby of a pickup truck that was hauling a flatbed trailer that went off the roadway and hit some trees along southbound US 31 south of Winston Road Tuesday, Dec. 20, shortly before 1:30 p.m. No one is injured.

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JVC Enterprises joins Peterson Farms

December 20, 2022

JVC Enterprises joins Peterson Farms HART TOWNSHIP — Peterson Farms has announced the addition of JVC Enterprises, Inc. to the Peterson Farms Family of Companies.  “JVC Enterprises, Inc., located in Byron Center, Michigan, is a trucking company that specializes in temperature-controlled and dry transportation,” states a Peterson Farms press release. “JVC Enterprises prides itself on utilizing the latest in transportation…

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Pirate 7th graders finish strong in WMC tourney

December 20, 2022

Pirate 7th graders finish strong in WMC tourney By Allison Scarbrough, Editor Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.   HART — The Hart Middle School seventh grade boys basketball team recently made history, ending the season as runner up in the West Michigan Conference tournament.   It was the first time in 17…

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News alert: snowmobile fire on rail trail

December 20, 2022

News alert: snowmobile fire on rail trail GRANT TOWNSHIP — A snowmobile fire was reported on the William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail near Yale Road Tuesday, Dec. 20, around 12:30 p.m. Grant Township Fire Department was dispatched to the scene.

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Hart Schools closed Tuesday

December 19, 2022

Hart Schools closed Tuesday HART — Hart Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 20, due to student and staff illnesses. Winter break begins Wednesday, Dec. 21. School will begin again on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023.

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Snowmobile, catalytic converter stolen.

December 19, 2022

Snowmobile, catalytic converter stolen. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022: 12:25 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), larceny of a catalytic converter, Elm Street, Village of Hesperia. 4:49 p.m., (OCSO), fraud, 100 block of North Division, Village of Hesperia. Friday, Dec. 16, 2022: 2:50 p.m., (Michigan State Police), domestic violence, 8000 block of Hawley…

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News alert: Barn fire reported in Ferry

December 19, 2022

News alert: Barn fire reported in Ferry FERRY TOWNSHIP — A barn fire was reported at 905 S. 144th Avenue Monday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 a.m.

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HMS students donate 150 toys to Toys for Tots program

December 19, 2022

HMS students donate 150 toys to Toys for Tots program HART — Hart Middle School students donated 150 toys to the Toys for Tots program, making Christmas brighter for less fortunate local children. “HMS Student Leadership orchestrated a Toys for Tots drive over the course of the last few weeks,” said Principal Kevin Ackley. “Classes competed to bring in the…

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