Obituary: Michael Decker, 29, of Hart. Michael Scott Decker, 29, of Hart, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, January 24, 2022, following a battle with cancer. He was born April 19, 1992, in Sturgis, the son of Steven and Heidi (Larsen) Decker. Michael enjoyed reading, writing, walking his dogs Oso and Jace, shopping, and camping with his…
Obituary: Gary Peterson, 78, of Mears. Gary Lambert Peterson, 78, of Mears, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022. He was born June 21, 1943, in Flint, the son of Kenneth and Elizabeth (Huntley) Peterson. Gary proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, and later, the Flint community as a fireman of 25 years, retiring as assistant chief. Gary…
Water main break results in boil water advisory for portion of Hart. HART — A water main break occurred in the City of Hart’s water system, and a boil water advisory has been issued for a portion of the city. “The City of Hart had a water main break today and is diligently working to resolve the issue,” states City…
Newaygo sheriff looking for Hesperia fugitive. The Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a fugitive and is asking for the public’s assistance. A post on the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page Tuesday, Jan. 25, states: “We are looking for parole absconder/fugitive Gregory Fitzgerald, a 38-year-old male from Hesperia. He also frequents the Muskegon area. Anyone with information please…
HMS Principal Ackley has always been a Pirate. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Kevin Ackley is in his 11th year as principal at Hart Middle School and has been an educator in the district for 23 years. Ackley began his teaching career at Mason…
Muskegon man faces 4-20 years in prison for dealing meth. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 25-year-old Muskegon man faces serving four to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 24, to two felony counts of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. In exchange for his plea, five other felony counts of drug delivery will be…
Drunk driving, assault arrests top police activity. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Friday, Jan. 21, 2022: 2:40 p.m, (Michigan State Police), a 41-year-old Shelby woman was cited for driving while license suspended (DWLS), Oceana Drive near Winston Road, Village of Rothbury. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022: 1:19 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 22-year-old Bitely woman was…
Crash on southbound US 31 near Pentwater. Emergency crews were dispatched to southbound US 31 near Monroe Road for a vehicle crash Monday, Jan. 24, shortly after 1 p.m. Minor injuries initially reported. Dispatch reporting there may be another crash in the area — it was not immediately clear if it’s the same crash. UPDATE: Michigan State Police, Hart post,…
Closings and cancellations for Monday, Jan. 24, 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. This list may be updated as…
Parolee sentenced to jail for meth. 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 30-year-old…
Pentwater Service Club has record-breaking year. Higher revenue means more help for people in need. PENTWATER — The Pentwater Service Club announced that its volunteers generated record-setting revenues and major programming accomplishments for the year ending December 31, 2021. Bolstered by record memberships and the sale of the club’s gourmet Pentwater Service Club Caramel Corn, revenues increased 268 percent from…
Shelby hosts MSBOA honors band. Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — Shelby Public Schools hosted the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) 2022 Middle School Honors Band, Jan. 11. Students included in this prestigious band received a division 1 rating for their solos during MSBOA Solo and Ensemble…
K9 Lazarus to receive donated bullet-proof vest. ‘In memory of Betty White’ will be embroidered on the dog’s vest. 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the…
78th District Court sentencings, Jan. 20, 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The…
Library closes due to COVID-19. 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. HESPERIA — The Hesperia Community Library is closed until…
HPD news, Jan. 20, 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police…
78th District Court arraignments, Jan. 20, 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The…
County administrator announces retirement. 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — Oceana County Administrator Robert…
Obituary: Carroll VanDenHeuvel, 84, of Hart. Carroll C. VanDenHeuvel, 84, of Hart, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 in Muskegon. Carroll was born May 30, 1937 in Hart, the son of Clarence and Phyllis (Claeys) VanDenHeuvel. Carroll was a life resident of the Hart area. He married Vicky (Antonissen) on August 1, 1998. He was employed at CWC Textron for…
Winter weather advisory issued. 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 who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website. A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 1…
A new year, a new start to Hesperia’s future. HESPERIA — A new year is also a new start to Hesperia’s future. The Hesperia Community Assessment, held in August, was the third area assessment funded by the Community Foundation for Oceana County in its community development work. Led by the foundation and consultant Julie Hales-Smith, the assessment was also supported…
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