Obituary; Francis Bailly, 89, of Hart. 

February 15, 2022

Obituary; Francis Bailly, 89, of Hart.  Francis “Fran” Robert Bailly passed into the arms of his Savior on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at the age of 89. He passed just in time to spend Valentine’s Day with his wife, Debby, who died in 2018 after 65 years of marriage. Fran farmed apples, cherries, and asparagus in Oceana County for many…

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78th District Court sentencings and dismissals, Feb. 14, 2022.

February 14, 2022

78th District Court sentencings and dismissals, Feb. 14, 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.  By Allison Scarbrough, Editor.…

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Police news, Feb. 14, 2022.

February 14, 2022

Police news, Feb. 14, 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 is activity of the Oceana County…

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Police looking for missing man.

February 13, 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.  UPDATE: Mr. Boardman has been found. Police looking for missing man. HART —…

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West Shore CTE criminal justice students promote bicycle safety.

February 12, 2022

West Shore CTE criminal justice students promote bicycle safety. West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Kim Beardslee, correspondent.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Criminal Justice Program, “CJP” offered through the West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD) is working towards creating a positive impact…

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78th District Court arraignments, Feb. 12, 2022.

February 12, 2022

78th District Court arraignments, Feb. 12, 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.  HART — The following were arraigned…

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HPD news, Feb. 11, 2022.

February 11, 2022

HPD news, Feb. 11, 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 is recent Hart Police Department activity:…

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Hart man arrested in child sex crime sting operation sentenced to jail.

February 11, 2022

Hart man arrested in child sex crime sting operation sentenced to jail. 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.  By…

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Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater

February 11, 2022

Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater Daniel “Danny” Darris Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater, went Home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.  He was born October 31, 1965, in Ludington, the son of Donald and Donna (Vance) Lundberg. Danny was known for his love of wearing shorts, tank tops and mardi gras beads to match.  He had a precious heart and…

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Reader commends the Newfield Township Board.

February 11, 2022

Reader commends the Newfield Township Board. Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy. I would…

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Closings, cancellations, Feb. 11, 2022.

February 11, 2022

Closings, cancellations, Feb. 11, 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. Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy…

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27th Circuit Court sentencings, Feb. 10, 2022.

February 10, 2022

27th Circuit Court sentencings, Feb. 10, 2022. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 27th Circuit Court: Martha Rochelle Edwards, 36, of 8879 20th St., Shelby, was found guilty Dec. 13, 2021 of breaking and entering with intent and was sentenced Feb. 7, 2022 to 100 days in jail with credit for 100 days served; two…

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Shelby man sentenced for assaulting woman with knife.

February 10, 2022

Shelby man sentenced for assaulting woman with knife. HART — A 29-year-old Shelby man was sentenced to one year in jail for a conviction of assault with a dangerous weapon in 27th Circuit Court, Feb. 7. Bernabe Luevano, of 134 N. Michigan Ave., pleaded “no contest” to the charge Oct. 4, 2021. Luevano assaulted a woman with a knife, said…

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Man who fled from police sentenced to year in jail.

February 10, 2022

Man who fled from police sentenced to year in jail. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Muskegon man was sentenced to one year in jail in 27th Circuit Court, Feb. 7, for convictions of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police, fleeing and eluding police and fourth-offense habitual offender. A jury convicted Levi Christopher Frasier, of 4731 Sunnyridge Rd., Dec. 6, 2021. Frasier…

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Hart man receives jail term for CSC conviction.

February 10, 2022

Hart man receives jail term for CSC conviction. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 24-year-old Hart man was sentenced to nine months in jail for a conviction of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in 27th Circuit Court, Feb. 7. Aaron Michael McGhan, of 1050 N. 144th Ave., pleaded “no contest” to the charge Nov. 29. McGhan initially faced more…

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Obituary; Ursula “Sally” Toubeaux, 87, of Hart. 

February 10, 2022

Obituary; Ursula “Sally” Toubeaux, 87, of Hart.  Ursula “Sally” Anna Toubeaux, 87, of Hart, passed away peacefully at home Monday, February 7, 2022. She was born November 21, 1934, in Chicago, the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Parsis) Yeruski. Sally was affectionately known by her family and friends as “Silly-Sally” or “Grandma Sausage.” She was full of life and sarcastic.…

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Obituary: James Danes, 70, of Shelby.

February 10, 2022

Obituary: James Danes, 70, of Shelby. James Martin Danes, 70, of Shelby passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, February 5, 2022.  James was born on February 1, 1952, in Big Rapids, to the late Milo and Marjorie Danes.  Jim was an avid gardener and canned many of his own fruits and vegetables.  Jim had many…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 10, 2022.

February 10, 2022

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 10, 2022. Louise C. Hoffman, 86, of Shelby, died on Thursday, February 3, 2022. Shirley Louise Littiebrant Mahynski, 91, of Scottville, formerly of Hart, died on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Arrangements by Beacon Funeral & Cremation. James Martin Danes, 70, of Shelby, died on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Roger Frank Warmuskerken, 74, died on…

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Roger Frank Warmuskerken, 74

February 10, 2022

Roger Frank Warmuskerken, 74  On Sunday, February 6, 2022, Roger Frank Warmuskerken, born on April 12, 1947, had a heart attack and was called home to be with our Lord. He is survived by his loving wife Marilyn, son Paul (and Kimberly) and their daughter Emily Warmuskerken; daughter Sherrie Warmuskerken and her daughter, Natalie; Cindy (and Zachery) Zost, and their…

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Obituary: Louise Hoffman, 86, of Shelby. 

February 10, 2022

Obituary: Louise Hoffman, 86, of Shelby.  Louise C. Hoffman, 86, of Shelby, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022 in Muskegon. She was born May 22, 1935 on the family farm in Claybanks Township, the daughter of Frank and Catherine (Schiller) Geisler. Louise was a lifelong resident of Oceana County. She graduated from Shelby High School in 1954. Louise married Jack…

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Branch man sent to prison for receiving stolen guns.

February 9, 2022

Branch man sent to prison for receiving stolen guns. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 39-year-old Branch man was sentenced to 18 months to 10 years in prison in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Feb. 7, for a felony conviction of receiving and concealing stolen firearms. David William Cross, of 8968 US 10, was also ordered by Judge Robert D.…

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