Township officials hope to relocate historic hall so it can be preserved By Allison Scarbrough, Editor COLFAX TOWNSHIP — The historical building that served as the Colfax Township Hall for over a century and a half needs to be relocated, and township officials are seeking interested parties willing to move it. The old structure located at the corner of Jackson…
Fire department offering free smoke detectors to Oceana County residents By Allison Scarbrough, Editor SHELBY — The Shelby-Benona Fire Department has a large supply of smoke detectors, and the firefighters would like to install them in houses around Oceana County. The smoke detectors and the installation are both free. “We have a lot of smoke detectors, and they’re not doing…
Hart Township man arrested for catalytic converter theft HART TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old Hart Township man was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies Monday, March 6, around 1:15 p.m. in the 3900 block of West Monroe Road for stealing a catalytic converter, according to Lt. Shane Hasty. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. Other recent police activity in…
Winter weather advisory issued for this evening, Friday morning A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Oceana County and several other Michigan counties beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 9, until 11 a.m. Friday, March 10. Total snow accumulations of 4-6 inches are expected. Other counties included in the advisory are Mason, Muskegon, Newaygo,…
WSCC hosts 25th annual high school art exhibition WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – The West Shore Community College art department will host the 25th annual regional high school art exhibition, titled “Faces: Emotions and Expressions” beginning today in the college’s Manierre Dawson…
Obituary: Hayley Flanery, 26, of Holton, formerly of Hesperia Hayley Marie Flanery, 26, of Holton, formerly of Hesperia, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 5, 2023. She was born April 5, 1996, in Fremont, the daughter of Scott and Chris (Flanery) Venne. Hayley was a loving mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend. Above all, Hayley had a genuine and caring personality,…
Hot-shooting Hart begins district action with perfect 22-0 record Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The Hart Pirates are one of only three boys varsity basketball teams in the state to finish the 2022-23 regular season with an undefeated record. They are the hottest hoops…
Obituary: Gerrett Varenhorst, 43, of Hart Gerrett John Varenhorst, 43, of Hart, passed away unexpectantly Thursday, March 2, 2023. He was born September 2, 1979, in Shelby, the son of John Varenhorst III and Janet Sayers. Gerrett lived his entire life in Hart. He attended Hart High School and graduated with the class of 1998. Gerrett married the love of…
Obituary: Donna Hodges, 86, of Crystal Valley Donna Jean Anita Hodges, 86, passed away unexpectedly March 5, 2023, following a short illness. Donna Jean Anita Hodges was born to Bethel, nee Boundy, and Stillman Berry in Illinois on May 19, 1936. Later Bethel and Donna moved to Crystal Valley and Bethel remarried Dale Hasty. Donna had two younger siblings: Karen…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted March 7, 2023 Hayley Marie Flanery, 26, of Holton, formerly of Hesperia, died on Sunday, March 5, 2023. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Hesperia Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Lynnette Kay Voorheis, 74, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Listing of…
Recent births, posted March 7, 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: Everleigh…
Hart Middle School Drama Club presents ‘Haphazardly Ever After’ Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Hart Middle School Drama Club presents the humorous production, “Haphazardly Ever After,” at the middle school auditorium this weekend March 10-12. “Our cast involves 41 students in grades 5-8 who have been working hard…
Mears woman arrested for felonious assault UPDATE: Charges against the two suspects were dropped by the victim, according to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. MEARS — A 36-year-old Mears woman was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies for felonious assault, and a 34-year-old Mears man was arrested for assault Sunday, March 5, in the 5800 block of West Sixth Street,…
Marshville Dam Road closing daily BENONA TOWNSHIP — Marshville Dam Road between 48th and 54th avenues will be closed daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for road maintenance beginning Monday, March 6, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes.
Obituary: Sandra Farber, 63, of Ferry Township Sandra Gail Farber, 63, passed away unexpectedly February 28, 2023, at her home, in Ferry Township. She was born July 5, 1959, the daughter of Jack and Barbara (Harig) Dempkey. Sandy loved her four girls, grandkids, and great-grandson fiercely. Her unconditional love taught them to love with their whole hearts, and to always…
Obituary: Robert Fillips, 81, of Hart Robert Joseph Fillips, 81, of Hart, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born March 6, 1941, in Chicago, the son of Stanley and Betty (Pentkowski) Fillips. Bob proudly served his country, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He enjoyed various hobbies, including hunting, fishing, cutting firewood, collecting items, and meeting…
School district investigating incidents at wrestling state finals HART — The Hart Public School district is investigating incidents that occurred at last weekend’s wrestling team state finals, which resulted in the coaches not accompanying their wrestlers to the individual state finals this weekend. “The district has been investigating two incidents that happened last weekend at the team state finals,” wrote…
Pirate cheer team rallies at state finals Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. MOUNT PLEASANT — The Hart Varsity Competitive Cheer Team has a lot to smile about after finishing in fourth place at the state competition at Central Michigan University Thursday, March 2. The top eight…
HPD news, March 3, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023: 12:23 a.m., motorist assist, Hart and Lincoln streets, City of Hart. 4:33 p.m., suspicious situation, 20 block of State Street, City of Hart. Friday, Feb. 24, 2023: 8:32 a.m., disturbance, 40 block of State Street, City of Hart. 3:04 p.m., a…
Obituary: Edward Sherman, Sr., 79, of Hart Edward Charles Sherman, Sr., 79, of Hart, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023. He was born July 14, 1943, in Elbridge Township, the son of the late Frank and Helen (Dyer) Sherman. Edward was a loving husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He proudly served his country in the US…
VIDEO: CTE criminal justice students raise awareness about impaired driving 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 — Students from the West Shore Educational Service District’s Career and Technical Education Criminal Justice program hosted an open house today…
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