By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 34-year-old man pleaded no contest to second-degree child abuse in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, June 8, in connection to the death of a 7-month-old boy who was his girlfriend’s son. Devin Austin Brown-Fowler is expected to receive a sentence of 43 months to 10 years in prison, said Oceana…
HESPERIA — A growing collection of murals, sculptures and installations is adding new energy and visual appeal to Hesperia through HesperiART, a community-driven public art initiative. The effort began following a 2021 community assessment conducted in partnership with the Oceana Community Foundation, where residents expressed a strong desire to see more public art and improvements to downtown aesthetics. Today, HesperiART…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — A fire destroyed a double-wide modular home at 2462 E. Jackson Rd. early Sunday morning, June 7. Firefighters from Crystal Township, Hart and Walkerville departments were initially dispatched to the scene shortly before midnight Saturday night and battled the fire into the early morning hours Sunday. Pentwater and Ferry Township fire departments…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent in Oceana County activity of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Wednesday, June 3, 2026: 10:50 a.m., a 20-year-old Shelby man was cited for operating without insurance, Garfield Road near Oceana Drive, Village of New Era. 2:41 p.m., a…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, May 28, 2026: 1:30 a.m., noise complaint, 600 block of Dryden Street, City of Hart. 1:52 p.m., lost property, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 9 p.m., threats complaint, East Main and Courtland streets, City of Hart. 10:50 p.m., general assistance, 600 block of Cottage Drive, City…
Billie Ray Camehl, 68, of Hesperia, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1957, in Flint, the son of Lyle and Helen (Tinkham) Camehl. Billie was a simple man who loved the great outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He enjoyed taking his mud truck to area mud runs as well as riding his…
Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Middle/High School English Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com Application deadline is June 15, 2026, at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until June 15, 2026
West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. The West Shore ESD offers a…
Mason County Eastern School District is seeking a Facilities Director. Applicants can view position details online at https://www.mceschools.com/emplyment-opportunities or email pshou@mceschools.com Application Deadline: June 16, 2026 This is a paid posting. Published until June 16, 2026.
SHELBY — Shelby High School junior Kasey Oberlin is headed to Europe this summer to perform in the Blue Lake International Jazz Band. The trumpet player will visit and perform in six cities in Europe, said Shelby Band Director Erin Ray-Peterson. Oberlin will arrive in Paris and then travel to Luxembourg; followed by Germany where he will visit the cities…
HART — The following were arraigned recently on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Brett Anthony Peoples, 34, of Hart, third-offense operating while intoxicated and a misdemeanor of driving while license suspended. Offense date: May 21, 2026. Agency: Michigan State Police (MSP). Bail: $7,500/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary exam: June 9 at 1 p.m. Timothy John Werkema, 43, of Howard…
SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has promoted a longtime employee and added two new members to its management team as part of its ongoing focus on growth, leadership development and operational excellence. Kelly O’Neill has been promoted to assistant vice president while continuing in her role as ACH process manager and electronic services officer. O’Neill has been with Shelby State…
Mason County Central School District is hiring a kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. See details and apply online at: www.mccschools.org Job ID #661 Application Deadline: June 9, 2026 at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Published until June 9, 2026.
HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public that could lead to the arrest of the suspect or suspects who shot the traffic light at Oceana Drive and Polk Road. “I was recently contacted by a supervisor for the Michigan Department of Transportation,” said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “He advises that yesterday, June 2,…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 39-year-old Hesperia man with an extensive criminal history was sentenced to a prison term of 14 months to five years for a conviction of larceny $1,000-$20,000 in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, June 1. Jason Alan Ennis pleaded guilty to the charge Feb. 23, 2026, according to court records. “Jason Ennis…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — The 50-piece Shelby Alumni Marching Band and Color Guard will perform at the Electric Forest Festival Saturday, June 27, from approximately 3-4:30 p.m. “It’s mostly people who have graduated from Shelby,” said Shelby Band Director Erin Ray-Peterson. “There are sometimes a couple performers who are not alumni, because there are some of my…
SHELBY — Shelby State Bank is celebrating 95 years of serving families, businesses and organizations across west Michigan. Founded in 1931, the community bank says it has remained committed to personal service, local decision-making and supporting the communities it serves throughout its nearly century-long history. Over the years, Shelby State Bank has expanded alongside the communities it serves while continuing…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — A 41-year-old Pentwater man was transported to the hospital after he reportedly was jumping onto vehicles on Business Route US 31 south of the Wishing Well convenience store Monday, June 1, around 5:30 p.m. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene after receiving 911 calls from motorists describing a male subject trying…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 73-year-old Rothbury man who was fishing on Lake 16 located near Clay Road and 80th Avenue fell off his boat, which caused it to capsize Monday, June 1, around 2:30 p.m. He was in a non-motorized 12-foot-long row boat when he lost his balance and fell out of the boat with…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County activity of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Wednesday, May 27, 2026: 7:15 a.m., a 31-year-old Norton Shores man was arrested on a warrant, US 31 near Grant Road, Shelby Township. He was lodged in…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Hart and Shelby-Benona fire departments responded to a reported structure fire on North June Drive near Wildridge Road Tuesday, June 2, at 8:30 a.m. “It was a careless cooking incident,” said Hart Area Fire Department Public Information Officer Troy Maloney, who is the Oceana County emergency manager. A fire started in the microwave, causing the house to…
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