Portion of West Main Street closed for resurfacing

September 3, 2024

HART — A portion of West Main Street will be closed until at least Sept. 12 for a resurfacing project, according to Hart City Manager Robert Splane. “The project will necessitate the closure of West Main Street to through traffic from just east of Water Street and continuing west through the Plum Street intersection,” said Splane. “Local access to homes…

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Coopersville man dies in crash at the dunes

September 2, 2024

GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Coopersville man was killed in a crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes ORV area Sunday, Sept. 1, around 5:45 p.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. He was operating a Honda 450 quad when it crashed with a Can-Am Side-by-Side in the northwest portion of the ORV area. Drugs and alcohol are not…

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Police news, posted Aug. 30, 2024

August 30, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Aug. 26, 2024: 11:54 a.m., breaking and entering, 6100 block of West Fox Road, Golden Township. A purse was stolen that contained identification cards, financial transaction cards and keys to a…

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Lane closures on US 31 to begin Tuesday

August 30, 2024

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Lane closures for bridge work on southbound US 31 over Log Road/66th Avenue are scheduled to begin Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 9 a.m. and continue through Sept. 23, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. The work is weather dependent. _________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…

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Horseback riding season at the dunes begins Nov. 1

August 30, 2024

Registration opens Sunday GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — This fall, horseback riders can enjoy the unparalleled experience of riding along the Lake Michigan shoreline at Silver Lake State Park, described as “one of Michigan’s most unique and popular destinations.” With ORV season ending in the state park’s ORV area Oct. 31, the DNR offers a tranquil escape for horseback riders to explore…

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Celebrate Judge Lambrix’s retirement Oct. 25

August 30, 2024

HART —  The public is invited to celebrate Oceana County Probate Judge Bradley G. Lambrix’s retirement Friday, Oct. 25, from 2-4 p.m. in the Oceana County Courthouse circuit courtroom. Judge Lambrix, who is the presiding family court judge and chief judge pro tem, will retire at the end of the year after serving on the bench for 18 years.  __________________________________…

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Obituary: Alberto Padron, Jr., 84, of Ludington

August 30, 2024

Alberto Padron, Jr., 84, of Ludington, died Friday, August 30, 2024, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids.  He was born February 13, 1940, in Crystal City, Texas, the son of Alberto and Maria (Arellano) Padron, Sr. Alberto worked for over 40 years for Don Harmon Farms, as well as 35 years at Ludington Plastics/Floracraft in Ludington until his…

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Public Notice: Oceana County Planning Commission appointment

August 30, 2024

Public Notice: Oceana County Planning Commission appointment The Oceana County Planning Commission is seeking candidates for an opening on the commission. Additional information about the position is available online at www.oceana.mi.us Deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at 5 p.m. This is a paid posting. Posted until Sept. 13, 2024. 

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Employment: Middle School Math Teacher

August 30, 2024

Employment: Middle School Math Teacher Mason County Central Schools is hiring a full time Middle School Math Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. See details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Job #601 Application deadline: Sept. 13, 2024. This is a paid posting. Posted until Sept. 13, 2024. 

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Walkerville hires first-ever school safety liaison 

August 29, 2024

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — When students return to classes to start the new school year at Walkerville Public Schools Tuesday, Sept. 3, they will have added security.  Marc Pascavis was recently hired as Walkerville Public Schools first-ever school safety liaison. Pascavis, who…

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HPD news, posted Aug. 29, 2024

August 29, 2024

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024: 11 a.m., probation violation, 100 block of State Street, City of Hart . 9 p.m., lost property, 1000 block of State Street, City of Hart. Friday, Aug. 23, 2024: 7:58 p.m., medical assist, 100 block of Hilltop Drive, City of Hart. 2:20 p.m., larceny, 200 block…

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The ‘Super Bowl’ of bowl making 

August 28, 2024

By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Maybe the word “teaching” should be added to the Pentwater Artisan Learning Center’s name because that’s what some members enjoy the most from belonging to it.   Barry Freed is one. He retired to Pentwater four years ago, moving from Lansing where he worked at — and then became part owner of — a…

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Hawks and Owls to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market Sept. 10

August 28, 2024

NEW ERA — Hawks and Owls is slated to perform during the next New Era Farmers’ Market Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 5-7 p.m. Bruce and Becca Ling have performed at Wheatland Music Festival, the Ark in Ann Arbor, Blissfest, Festival of the Wild Rose Moon, Harvest Gathering, Farm Fest, Detroit Institute of Art and for musical and literary clubs, museum…

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Employment: Multiple Positions Available

August 28, 2024

Employment: Immediately Hiring – Multiple Positions Available FiveCAP, Inc. is seeking career oriented, proactive and motivated individuals with Early Childhood Education and experience to join its leadership and teaching team in beautiful west Michigan. FiveCAP Head Start and Early Head Start programs have openings in Mason, Manistee, Lake and Newaygo counties. Starting Pay: Center Director, $53,000-$57,000; Lead Teacher, $44,000-$49,000; Teacher…

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Obituary: Marilyn Emery, 88, of Pentwater

August 28, 2024

Marilyn Frances Emery, 88, of Pentwater, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024, at home.  She was born February 10, 1936, in Ecorse, the daughter of Edmund and Catherine (Carroll) Yops. Marilyn co-owned and operated Birdland Hardware and Variety Store in Pentwater, with her husband, Jerry, from 1969 until their retirement in 1995.  She was very involved and proud of her…

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Obituary: Donald Hansen, 96, of Hart

August 27, 2024

Donald William Hansen, 96, of Hart, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024. He was born August 10, 1928, in Chicago, the son of Walter D. and Margaret M. (Hughes) Hansen. As a teenager, Don worked at the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company in Hart and across the state, managing stores in about six different areas. That experience laid the…

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Police news, posted Aug. 27, 2024

August 27, 2024

The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, Aug. 23, 2024: 12:03 a.m., larceny of several tools from a vehicle, 3700 block of West Washington Road, Weare Township. Items stolen include a Milwaukee impact driver valued at $175, a Milwaukee impact driver valued at $400, a Porter Cable jigsaw valued at $100, a Porter Cable cordless…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Aug. 27, 2024

August 27, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were sentenced this week in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Stephen Allen Lange, 51, of 3085 W. Baker Rd., Shelby, pleaded guilty June 25, 2024 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and was sentenced Aug. 26, 2024 to five months in jail with credit for 80 days served; 18 months probation; and $598…

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Obituary: John Ray, 63, of Ludington

August 27, 2024

John Steven Ray, 63, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024, at SKLD of Whitehall.  He was born May 8, 1961, in Chicago, the son of John M. and Jean (Skogsberg) Ray. ​ John was employed at Haworth Inc. in Ludington for 14 years until his retirement in 2014 due to cancer.  In his spare time, John was an avid outdoorsman who…

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Obituary: Susan Silvis, 72, of Pentwater

August 27, 2024

Susan Kay Silvis, 72, of Pentwater, passed away Sunday August 25, 2024. Susan was born December 26, 1951, in Muskegon, the daughter of Orrin and Doris (Kuiper) Bradshaw. She graduated from Pentwater High School. Susan married Ervin F. Silvis on June 19, 1971. Susan loved photography. She could often be found making jewelry or enjoying the outdoors while kayaking. Susan…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 26, 2024

August 26, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Ricardo Daniel Rodriguez-Flores, 37, 7023 88th Ave., Rothbury; one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct — victim under age 13 and one count of third-degree CSC — victim aged 13-15. Preliminary exam: Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. – Chad Wesley…

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