By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — An autopsy has been performed on an unidentified man’s body that washed up on the Lake Michigan Shore Friday morning, Nov. 8, according to Michigan State Police Cadet Dante Williams of the Hart post. Police do not suspect foul play. Investigators are going through dental verification to identify the “John Doe” that…
NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a Summit Viper SD aluminum tree stand valued at $400, and investigators are seeking a “person of interest” whose image was captured on a trail cam. The theft occurred on East Buchanan Road near 176th Avenue and was reported Tuesday morning, Nov. 5. If anyone recognizes the…
Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Military veterans were honored during a program at Walkerville Public Schools on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Students, staff and community members gathered in the middle school gym Monday morning to pay tribute to the brave men and women…
Kimball “Kim” Allen Berger, 76, of Mears, passed away early Tuesday morning, October 22, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. He was born February 16, 1948, in Ionia, the son of Gale and Nina (Krantz) Berger. Enlisting in the U.S. Air Force June of 1966, Kim served as a sergeant in Guam and Okinawa, and was trained at Pease…
Carolyn Louise Wagner, 84, of Hart, died on Saturday, November 9, 2024. She was born December 12, 1939, in Portsmouth, Ohio. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Lighthouse Lutheran Church, 8786 US-31 BUS, Pentwater with a luncheon to follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American…
Foul play not suspected THIS ARTICLE WAS UPDATED AT 1:48 P.M. FRIDAY WITH FURTHER INFORMATION FROM MSP By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Detectives and troopers from the Michigan State Police, Hart post, are investigating the grisly discovery of a dead body that washed up on the shore of Lake Michigan Friday, Nov. 8, according to Sgt. Dan…
LUDINGTON — Bruce Lowing, former president and CEO of Hardman Construction, Inc. of Amber Township, has been named chairman of West Shore Bank Board of Directors. Lowing replaces Dennis B. McCarthy who retired from the board on Oct. 15 after 23 years of service to the bank board. McCarthy has served as chairman for nine years. He is president of…
Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Mandy Achterhof’s youthful energy inspires her students, and her inspirational energy has yielded worthy recognition. Achterhof, 27, received the United Way of the Lakeshore Distinguished Educator Award, which is awarded annually to educators in Oceana, Muskegon and Newaygo…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HART — The following is recent Hart Police Department activity: Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024: 11:24 a.m., medical assist, 700 block of Courtland Street, City of Hart. 3:45 p.m., animal complaint, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 8:08 p.m., disturbance, 400 block…
Employment: Coaching Positions, Mason County Central Schools Mason County Central Schools has openings for the following coaching positions: Middle School Wrestling Coach (Job ID# 605) Varsity Baseball Coach (Job ID #606) Director of Youth Development, Wrestling Program (Job ID #607) For details and to apply, visit: www.mccschools.org. Application deadline is Nov. 14, 2024 at 4 p.m. This is a paid…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Six Shelby High School students were selected for the Region A Honors Choir. The students include seniors Abigail Eckert, soprano 2; Carolina Guereca, alto 1; Austyn Webb, alto 2; Leisy Green, alto 2; junior…
Registrations for Oceana County Toys For Tots will take place in December at four locations. A registration form will be given to families to fill out in the warmth of their cars. Organizers will give families a date and time to come back and pick up their gifts. “We ask that for each child, please list their interests so we…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 61-year-old West Virginia man faces a 25-year mandatory minimum prison term after a jury found him guilty of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and second-degree CSC in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Wednesday, Nov. 6. The jury deliberated for 17 minutes before coming back to the courtroom with a guilty verdict for…
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jose Ramon Garza Orozco on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the age of 53. For over 30 years, Ramon was the devoted husband of Rosa Garza. Together, they raised five children: Clara, Rosa, Alejandra, Carlos, and Sofia. Recently, his heart was filled with even more joy as he became a proud grandfather…
Hadlee Alice Pranger, the daughter of Hannah and Timothy Pranger of New Era, was born on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Pentwater Public Schools Superintendent/Principal Craig Barter is thankful to the community for passing a $7.59 million bond proposal Tuesday, Nov. 5, during the general election. The project focuses on keeping students and staff “warm, safe and secure.” The school district had a similar proposal on the May 7 ballot that failed by just…
Eric Fox wins probate judge race Pentwater passes school bond proposal There are 22,784 registered voters in Oceana County, and 13,489 of those registered voters cast ballots, which is 59.20 percent. Local Contested Races Oceana County Probate Judge — vote for one (non-partisan) Eric Fox 5,767 Anna Rapa 5,353 Oceana County Road Commissioner — vote for two Cathy Forbes (D)…
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The following Christmas events scheduled for Mason and Oceana counties have been reported to Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email: allison@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Christmas Event.” The following are Christmas events scheduled in Oceana and Mason counties: Friday, Nov. 15, 2024: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oceana County…
Local schools host veterans programs Monday By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Veterans Day is Monday, Nov. 11, and a Veterans Day Parade is set for this Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. on State Street. The parade, which will include local businesses and military groups, will be held rain or shine, said Oceana County Veterans Affairs Officer/Director Jodi…
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