College Cash Month events offered in November.

November 2, 2021

College Cash Month events offered in November. Hart High School will offer one-on-one assistance to complete the FAFSA and scholarship applications, Nov. 16, from 6-8 p.m. November is College Cash Month. Mason and Oceana College Access Networks and Launch Manistee, are offering “Paying for College” online information sessions this week with local financial aid and scholarship program representatives. The free…

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Pentwater, Weare Township voters head to the polls Tuesday.

November 2, 2021

Pentwater, Weare Township voters head to the polls Tuesday. PENTWATER — Voters in the Pentwater Public School District are heading to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 2, to vote on a nearly $24 million bond proposal. Meanwhile, Weare Township voters are deciding whether to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in the township and are voting on a separate millage renewal for roads.…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 2, 2021

November 2, 2021

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 2, 2021 Douglas Lyle Raeth, 72, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Barbara VandenHeuvel, 83, of Ludington, formerly of Hart, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Lind R. Thompson, 64, of Shelby, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Roberta J. Wadel, 72, died on Saturday, October 30, 2021. Louis (Louie) L. Heykoop,…

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Judge sends defendant to jail for admitting to drug use before court hearing.

November 1, 2021

Judge sends defendant to jail for admitting to drug use before court hearing. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 35-year-old Twin Lake woman who pleaded guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, to breaking and entering a building with intent was immediately sent to jail for admitting to drug use prior to her court hearing. “I am not…

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Walkerville man pleads guilty to break-ins.

November 1, 2021

Walkerville man pleads guilty to break-ins. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 39-year-old Walkerville man pleaded guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, to two break-ins in Oceana County. Keith Elmer Gager, Jr., of 5525 E. Deer Rd., faces up to one year in jail after pleading guilty to two counts of breaking and entering with intent. In…

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Mom of newborn receives delayed jail sentence for meth delivery.

November 1, 2021

Mom of newborn receives delayed jail sentence for meth delivery. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Walkerville woman who recently gave birth to a baby received a delayed jail sentence in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, for a conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Shannon Lashell Fuller, of 3222 Minke Rd., was arrested by the State, Sheriff, City…

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Great Start Readiness Program offers free preschool to qualified children. 

November 1, 2021

Great Start Readiness Program offers free preschool to qualified children.  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.  AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — The West Shore Educational Service District partners with 10 locations throughout Mason, Lake, and Oceana counties to provide…

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Missouri man sentenced to jail for possession with intent to deliver cocaine.

November 1, 2021

Missouri man sentenced to jail for possession with intent to deliver cocaine. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 25-year-old Missouri man was sentenced to nine months in jail for a conviction of possession with intent to deliver 50 grams or less of cocaine in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1. Timothy Conrad Rabenberg pleaded guilty, July 12. Rabenberg initially…

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West Shore Bank launches annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal campaign. 

November 1, 2021

West Shore Bank launches annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal campaign.  LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has launched its 13th annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal fundraiser. Though the campaign, the band partners with area grocery stores and food pantries to provide Christmas meals for families in Mason, Oceana, Manistee and Benzie counties. “Partnering with local organizations to distribute meals…

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Weekend police news, Nov. 1, 2021.

November 1, 2021

Weekend police news, Nov. 1, 2021. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Friday, Oct. 29, 2021: 2:58 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 35-year-old New Era man was cited for open intoxicants and operating without insurance, South 52nd Avenue, Golden Township. 10 p.m., (OCSO), damage to property, South 32nd Avenue, Benona Township. A large black…

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Recent births, posted Nov. 1, 2021.

November 1, 2021

Recent births, posted Nov. 1, 2021. The following births have been reported: Nick Charles Herrygers, the son of Andrea and Caleb Herrygers of Hart, was born on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Anthony Octavio Rodriguez II, the son of Mandi Best and Anthony Rodriguez of Fountain, was born on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Ansel Walter Stojic, the son of Kelli Stojic and Perry Lyford-Stojic…

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Obituary: Barbara VandenHeuvel, 83, of Ludington, formerly of Hart.

October 31, 2021

Obituary: Barbara VandenHeuvel, 83, of Ludington, formerly of Hart. Barbara (Barb) Jean VandenHeuvel began her earthly journey on April 8, 1938 and entered into the Kingdom of the Lord on Thursday, October 28, 2021. After 83 remarkable years, the Lord greeted her with open arms, peace and love to rest in eternal life. Barb was the daughter of Dorphine Louise…

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Tiger Pride: New Era students get Halloween rolling.

October 29, 2021

Tiger Pride: New Era students get Halloween rolling. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. NEW ERA — A 20-plus year tradition at New Era Elementary School gets Halloween rolling. The 200 fourth and fifth graders were revved up for the annual pumpkin roll Thursday afternoon, Oct. 28.…

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Over 1,200 attend Farm to Table Harvest Festival.

October 29, 2021

Over 1,200 attend Farm to Table Harvest Festival. SHELBY – Over 1,200 people attended the Shelby Farm to Table Harvest Festival in downtown Shelby, Oct. 23. The event, which was free to the public, kicked off with a Shelby High School Marching Band performance and featured an antique car show, kids’ games courtesy of The Ladder Community Center, carnival rides,…

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78th District Court felony arraignments, posted Oct. 29, 2021.

October 29, 2021

78th District Court felony arraignments, posted Oct. 29, 2021. HART — The following were arraigned on felony charges recently in 78th District Court: – Richard Marc Jobbins, 44, of 10771 Parkwood, Montague, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Probable cause hearing: Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. Bail: $15,000/cash/surety/10 percent. –…

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Letter to the Editor: Make Pentwater schools competitive in the 21st century.

October 29, 2021

Letter to the Editor: Make Pentwater schools competitive in the 21st century. 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 Oceana County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer…

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HPD news, Oct. 28, 2021.

October 28, 2021

HPD news, Oct. 28, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021: 2 p.m., closed account check complaint, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. Friday, Oct. 22, 2021: 2:16 a.m., medical assist, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 1:31 p.m., larceny, 400 block of Wood Street, City of…

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‘Every possible option’ on the table to rescue hostages.

October 28, 2021

‘Every possible option’ on the table to rescue hostages. President Joe Biden is directly engaged in an effort to rescue 17 missionaries — including a Shelby area mother and her four children — who have been held hostage by a violent gang in Haiti since Oct. 16, according to the Miami Herald. “Every possible option” is on the table to…

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Letter to the Editor: Pentwater bond proposal is an investment in the school and community

October 28, 2021

Letter to the Editor: Pentwater bond proposal is an investment in the school and community. 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 Oceana County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more…

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Alcohol believed to be factor in serious crash.

October 28, 2021

Alcohol believed to be factor in serious crash. PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Alcohol is believed to be factor in a serious crash Wednesday, Oct. 27, shortly before 11 p.m. on Business Route US 31 near the Wishing Well convenience store, according to Oceana County Undersheriff Ryan Schiller. After Mason-Oceana 911 received a report of an unknown accident, emergency personnel arrived at the…

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Moderna, J&J COVID-19 boosters available at DHD #10.

October 28, 2021

Moderna, J&J COVID-19 boosters available at DHD #10. HART – District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) has received authorization to give booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines. Eligible individuals should plan to get booster doses six months after primary mRNA series or two months after a single dose of Johnson & Johnson according to a press release…

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