Hesperia Christmas tree lighting Nov. 26. HESPERIA – Hesperia’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for Friday, Nov. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at Webster Park. Meet and Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, Christmas music, hot cocoa and cookies. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for…
78th District Court sentencings, Nov. 18, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Jacob Thomas Springer, 21, of 1024 E. Riley Thompson Rd., Muskegon, was found guilty Nov. 8 of disorderly person — jostling and was sentenced to 90 days suspended jail with credit for one day served; $1,420 in restitution;…
Officer Mantyck awarded for brave actions during standoff with gunman. HART — Hart Police Officer Elizabeth Mantyck was recently presented the American Police Hall of Fame Commendation Award by Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar for her actions during an incident involving a barricaded gunman last August. “Officer Mantyck distinguished herself by effectively controlling the incident and isolating the scene which…
HPD news, Nov. 18, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021: 1 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. 4:20 p.m., larceny, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart. 11:10 p.m., motorist assist, 1000 block of State Street, City of Hart. 11:48 p.m., missing person, 2000 block…
ESD program promotes employment for students with disabilities. 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 (Mason Co.) — As businesses across the area are struggling to fulfill open employment positions, West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD) is providing…
Obituary: Casey Bromley, 29, of Hart. Casey Kathleen Bromley, 29, of Hart, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at her home. She was born May 20, 1992, in Fremont. Casey was a country girl at heart, finding peace in the outdoors. She was an avid animal lover, especially horses. Casey was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, and…
Obituary: Elizabeth Kiefer, 101, of Pentwater. Elizabeth Jean Kiefer, 101, of Pentwater, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021. She was born July 19, 1920, in Chicago, the daughter of James and Elizabeth (Otto) Candlin. While in Chicago, Elizabeth attended the Chicago Conservatory of Music. She was also an artist who enjoyed painting, drawing, and writing. Elizabeth was a community oriented…
Obituary: Jack Laisure, 93, of Hesperia. On November 14, 2021, Jack Henry Laisure of Hesperia, left this world to join his loved ones with his Savior. Jack was the third child of seven, born to Ora and Ruth Laisure, on January 5, 1928. Jack lived in Grand Rapids, Fremont and Hesperia. Jack was in the Army as a paratrooper in World…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 18, 2021 Casey Kathleen Bromley, 29, of Hart, died on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. Jack Henry Laisure, 93, of Hesperia, died on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. Larry A. VanderWall, 79, of Mears, died on Monday, November 15, 2021. Arrangements by Harris Funeral…
Obituary: Jesse Shearer, 72, of Mears. Jesse Edward Shearer, 72, of Mears went to heaven on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 after a short battle with cancer. Jesse was born on February 3, 1949 to Anna and Daniel Shearer in Hudson. Jesse came from a large family, 11 siblings to be exact. Always standing out with his quick-witted attitude and his love of family, classic…
Obituary: Larry VanderWall, 79, of Mears. Larry A. VanderWall, 79, of Mears, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021. Larry was born October 20, 1942 in Muskegon to Arthur and Geraldine (VanDonkelaar) VanderWall. He was raised in New Era and graduated from Shelby High School in 1961. He married Judith VanOrman on June 5, 1965. While attending college, Larry was a…
Obituary: Jeanette Andrews, 73, of Kansas City, formerly of Shelby. Jeanette Jo Andrews, 73, of Kansas City, Mo. and formerly of Shelby, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 15, 2021. She was born April 27, 1948 in Shelby, to James and Mary Belle (Morse) Sanford. Jeanette graduated from Shelby High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from…
Funeral for Pentwater Fire Chief Paul Smith set for Sunday. PENTWATER — The funeral service for Pentwater Fire Chief Paul Smith will be Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. at Pentwater Public School with Pastor Mark Lillie of Pentwater First Baptist Church officiating. A public safety procession and graveside service at Pentwater Township Cemetery will immediately follow. Smith died at…
Police news, Nov. 17, 2021. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021: 6:41 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), larceny of a tree stand valued at $160, Gale Road near 192nd Avenue, Newfield Township. Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021: 4:59 a.m., (OCSO), a 21-year-old Hesperia man was arrested for a felony of assault by strangulation and…
Pentwater Fire Chief Paul Smith passes away. PENTWATER — Pentwater Fire Chief Paul Smith passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, at the age of 60. Chief Smith had served on the fire department for nearly 20 years. “Pentwater Fire Department regretfully announces the passing of Fire Chief Paul Smith late Tuesday night,” states a press release issued by the fire department.…
Obituary: Chief Paul Smith, 60, of Pentwater. Chief Paul Smith, 60, of Pentwater, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at his home. He was born January 2, 1961, in Flint, the son of Charles and Edrid (Peterson) Smith. He began firefighting on Pentwater Fire Department in the fall of 2002 and worked his way up the ranks over the years.…
78th District Court arraignments. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Lisa Marie Gillespie, 42, of 409 Church St., Hart, was arrested by the Hart Police Department (HPD) for a felony of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and a misdemeanor of domestic violence. Probable cause hearing: Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. Bail: $7,500/cash/surety/10 percent. – Ki Ann…
Hart Lighted Christmas Parade Nov. 26. HART — The holiday season kicks off Friday, Nov. 26, with the annual Lighted Christmas Parade. The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. at Hart High School; travels down Johnson Street; north onto State Street; west onto West Main Street; south onto Water Street; west onto Johnson Street; and concludes back at the high school. …
Defendant tells judge he’s been doing meth since he was 10. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 23-year-old Muskegon man who pleaded guilty to second-offense methamphetamine possession in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 15, told Judge Robert D. Springstead that he has been using methamphetamine since he was 10 years old. “I’ve been struggling with it since I was…
Montague man pleads guilty to stealing trailer. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 24-year-old Montague man pleaded guilty to larceny $1,000-$20,000 in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 15. Drew Edward Beatty, of 8808 Cook St., faces a jail term not to exceed one year in exchange for his plea. Sentencing guidelines in the case are seven to 23 months,…
Hesperia man faces 10-15 years in prison for CSC. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 51-year-old Hesperia man faces spending the next 10-15 years in prison after pleading “no contest” to third-degree criminal sexual conduct in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 15. Jose Castillo, of 5551 S. 200th Ave., testified before Judge Robert D. Springstead that he repeatedly forced…
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