Hart students graduate from TEAM program. Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — The Hart Police Department held its annual TEAM (Teaching, Educating and Mentoring) graduation at the Hart Middle School auditorium, June 1. The TEAM program has been taught by D/Sgt. Kevin Skipski for the past 15 years and…
Locally-written book serves as spiritual guide for mothers with children in the military. Grown Locally is presented by House of Flavors Restaurant of Ludington and features locally owned businesses and locally produced products. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief When Sherry Motcheck found herself a mother of two young men who had chosen to join the military — her only two children…
Hart First Baptist offers VBX June 13-16. HART — Hart First Baptist Church will host its annual Vacation Bible eXperience (VBX) Monday through Thursday, June 13-16, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Registration opens at 9 a.m. daily. VBX is for kids age 4 (and potty trained) through entering eighth grade. VBX is a free yearly outreach geared toward kids. Each…
Request for Proposals: Request for Proposals: Registered Dietician Services West Michigan Community Mental Health With locations at: West Michigan Community Mental Health Office locations: 920 Diana Street, Ludington, MI 49431 105 Lincoln Street, Hart, MI 49420 1090 N. Michigan Avenue, Baldwin, MI 49304 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) West Michigan Community Mental Health (WM CMH) is inviting prospective proponents to submit…
Asparagus festival back to full lineup for 2022. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The National Asparagus Festival returns to a full lineup this weekend, June 11 and 12, after COVID-19 canceled the 2020 event and scaled back the 2021 festival. The 2020 event would have been the 47th annual NAF. The celebration kicks off Saturday, June 11, with the…
Lucky Lake stabbing case stalled by psych exam. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The case against a 45-year-old Detroit man accused of stabbing a man and assaulting another man and woman at the Lucky Lake Campground in Grant Township one year ago remains stalled in 27th Circuit Court as the court awaits a report from a psychological exam. Mario…
Hart man sent to prison for molesting two girls. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 40-year-old Hart man was sentenced to 42 months to 30 years in prison in 27th Circuit Court Monday, June 6, for molesting two girls — ages 11 and 13. Jose Adrian Avila, of 3609 N. Karen St., pleaded “no contest” April 11, to one…
Weekend police news, June 6, 2022. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Saturday, June 4, 2022: 3:05 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), larceny of $285 cash, East Sand Creek Trail, Otto Township. 4:16 p.m., (OCSO), assist to Shelby Police Department for an operating while intoxicated (OWI) arrest, US 31, Shelby Township. 4:55 p.m., (OCSO), a…
Portion of Woodrow Road closed. FERRY TOWNSHIP — Woodrow Road between 102nd and 112th avenues is closed Monday and Tuesday, June 6 and 7, for road construction, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. 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…
Portion of Shelby Road closed for construction. SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Road between 96th and 112th avenues is closed indefinitely for road construction beginning Monday, June 6, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes, and a detour route is being set up. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County…
Recent births, posted June 6, 2022 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: Elizabeth…
News alert: Crash in Rothbury. ROTHBURY — Report of a crash causing a minor injury at the intersection of Water and Winston roads Sunday, June 5, shortly after 2 p.m.
Pirate girls track team wins state title. Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. KENT CITY – The Hart High School Girls Track Team captured the state title Saturday, June 4, during the Division 3 track and field state finals at Kent City High School. The champions were greeted by cheering fans…
Grace Huffman crowned 2022 Asparagus Queen. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Grace Huffman was crowned the 2022 Asparagus Queen and Chelsi Walicki was named First Runner Up during the 2022 pageant and fundraiser at the West Michigan Research Station Saturday, June 4. Huffman, 21, was the 2021 Asparagus Queen First Runner Up. She currently works as a licensed practical nurse. She went…
News alert: Fire departments respond to grass fires. Local fire departments were dispatched to reports of three grass fires Saturday, June 4, shortly after 2 p.m. at the following locations: US 31 at mile marker 143 near Shelby; US 31 at mile marker 146 near Hart; and in the area of the Pentwater transfer station behind Dollar General in Weare…
News alert: Quad crash at the dunes. GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews responded to a quad crash at the top of Test Hill at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, June 4, around noon. According to dispatch information, a 40-year-old man may have broken his leg. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press…
Multi-million dollar lakeshore mansion destroyed by fire. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Eight fire departments responded to a massive fire Thursday night, June 2, at a luxurious lakeshore home near Pentwater. No injuries occurred, and no one was inside the house at the time of the blaze. Pentwater Fire Chief Jonathan Hughart said fire crews were on scene…
Multiple fire departments battle massive fire at luxurious lakeshore home. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Seven fire departments responded to a massive house fire Thursday night, June 2, at a luxurious lakeshore home near Pentwater. No injuries have been reported. It is believed no one was inside the house. Pentwater Fire Chief Jonathan Hughart said fire crews were…
News alert: House fire in Pentwater. GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Multiple fire departments are responding to a house fire on Ridge Road off Longbridge Road in Pentwater Thursday, June 2, around 10 p.m.
78th District Court felony arraignments, June 2, 2022. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned on felony charges recently in 78th District Court: Marcelino Caal-Cho, of 5840 7th St., Mears; Michigan State Police (MSP); first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) — victim under age 13. Probable cause hearing: June 13 at 3 p.m. Bail: $250,000/cash. Susan Gaye McCleary,…
Shelby man charged with felony in connection to deadly crash. HART — The driver in a crash that resulted in the death of a 21-year-old Hart man, April 2, has been charged with a felony of reckless driving causing death, according to court records. Ryan Joshua Allen, 21, of Shelby, is scheduled to appear in 78th District Court for a…
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