Thief/thieves steal mail, packages from postal box

February 3, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — A thief or thieves stole mail and packages from a US Postal Service collection box at the Rothbury Post Office on Winston Road. The theft was reported Saturday, Feb. 1, shortly before 8 a.m., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Miscellaneous letters and packages were stolen after the culprit or culprits pried open…

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Police news, published Feb. 3, 2025

February 3, 2025

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: Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025: 10:08 a.m., a 42-year-old South Haven man was cited for driving while license suspended, northbound US 31 near Monroe Road, Pentwater Township. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025: 11:41 p.m.,…

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Employment: Graphic Arts Teacher – CTE

February 3, 2025

Employment: Graphic Arts Teacher – CTE West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Graphic Arts Teacher-CTE.  Valid State of Michigan Standard CTE Certificate or the ability to obtain appropriate certificate or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume…

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NEWS ALERT: Grant Township FD called to assist at Montague structure fire

February 1, 2025

MONTAGUE TOWNSHIP — Oceana County’s Grant Township Fire Department was called to assist Muskegon County emergency crews at a working structure fire in the 4000 block of West Fruitvale Road near Oceana Drive Saturday, Feb. 1, at 10:40 a.m.

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Danny’z Rothbury Tavern dishes out food and fun 

January 31, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — Danny Zuniga has made many improvements to the Rothbury Tavern after purchasing the bar in May of 2022. One of the biggest changes to the tavern, located at the corner of Oceana Drive and Winston Road is the addition of a kitchen with a full menu. Now the bar offers appetizers, chicken wings,…

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Wildcats gear up for homecoming

January 31, 2025

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.   By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — The Walkerville Wildcats will celebrate homecoming next week. This year’s homecoming court includes: freshmen Teagan Mannor and Skye Vannett; sophomores Larry Martinez and Ayla Whitehall; juniors Angel Carrillo and Anabelle Fessenden; and seniors Jeff Margret, Gage Mannor, Jaymes…

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HPD report, published Jan. 30, 2025

January 30, 2025

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 Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025: 4:58 p.m., disturbance, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 8:09 p.m., medical assist, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 8:53 p.m., wellbeing check,…

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Band of Brothers event at The Ladder set for Feb. 15

January 30, 2025

SHELBY — Local men and boys aged 12 and older are invited to The Ladder Community Center for the Band of Brothers event Saturday, Feb. 15, from 9-11:15 a.m. Coffee and donuts will be served while local servicemen share inspiring stories. No registration is required. ___________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email…

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Obituary: George August Grymonprez, 74, of Pentwater

January 30, 2025

George August Grymonprez, 74, of Pentwater, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born September 28, 1950, in Yale, Mich., the son of George and Blanche Evelyn (Taylor) Grymonprez. George was a graduate of Yale High School, and worked various jobs throughout his life, but most notable was his employment as a bus driver for the…

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Man rejects plea offer in fentanyl death case

January 29, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Oceana County man facing multiple charges in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court, including delivery of a controlled substance causing death, rejected a plea offer Tuesday, Jan. 28, of serving a minimum of just over 19 years in prison. Travis Michael Gale, who is lodged in the Mason County Jail on a…

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All-star Pirate musicians

January 29, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  BIG RAPIDS — Five Hart High School band students performed in the Randall Standridge High School All-Star Band Monday, Jan. 27, at Big Rapids High School. All-star Pirate musicians include: senior J.J. Bizon on French horn, junior Aubrey Hendrickson on flute, sophomore Peter Tuinstra on…

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Obituary: Mark James Mandarano, 48, of Mears

January 29, 2025

Mark James Mandarano, 48, of Mears, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at his home. Mark, or as everyone knew him, Markus; some even had the amazing opportunity to call him Dad. He was the best dad, friend, and boyfriend. Mark accomplished many things but these are all things he did best. Mark’s life began in Hart, on February 20,…

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Obituary: Larry Hetland, 68, of Shelby

January 29, 2025

Larry Ivan Hetland, 68, of Shelby, also affectionately known as ‘Het,’ passed away Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born May 13, 1956, in Hart, the son of Willard and Norma (Peterson) Hetland. Larry joined the United States Marine Corps in 1973, and was a proud veteran. Following his military service, he was a skilled crane and heavy equipment operator;…

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VanderWall elected to House leadership position

January 28, 2025

LANSING — State Rep. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) has been elected to serve as an associate speaker pro tempore of the Michigan House of Representatives for the 2025-26 legislative session.  “I am honored to be selected by my peers to assume this leadership role,” VanderWall said. “I look forward to continuing to work alongside them to advance policies that matter to…

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Obituary: Barton Mansfield Zachrich, 75, of Pentwater

January 28, 2025

Barton Mansfield Zachrich, 75, of Pentwater, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 26. He was born on Feb. 8, 1949 in Toledo, Ohio to Alvin and Roberta (Mansfield) Zachrich. The Zachrich family soon moved to Michigan, where Bart lived for most of his life. He spent some of his happiest times in childhood at the family cottage on…

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Employment: Custodial/Maintenance – Part-Time

January 28, 2025

Employment: Custodial/Maintenance – Part-Time Part-time custodial and light maintenance position at St. Joseph and St. Vincent churches, located in Weare Township (Hart) and Pentwater. Must have valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds. Must have general knowledge of and ability to perform light maintenance tasks and custodial duties and attention to detail. Must be on call periodically. Starting…

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Winter weather advisory in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday

January 27, 2025

The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory that is in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28, for several area counties, including Oceana, Mason, Lake, Newaygo, Mecosta, Osceola and Clare. Additional snow accumulations up to 2 inches are predicted with winds gusting as high as 40 mph. _____________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news…

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A pathway to peace

January 27, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Take a break from the stress of daily life and venture into the serene woodlands of the Pentwater Pathways where peace and quiet prevail. The pathways consist of 7.2 different trail miles that form four loops. If you ski each loop — which duplicate in some spots — you can ski over…

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Weekend police news, published Jan. 27, 2025

January 27, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Friday, Jan. 24, 2025: 4:56 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 47-year-old Holton man was arrested on an outstanding warrant and charged with driving while license suspended, Winston Road near Bartlett Street,…

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First responders rescue injured snowmobiler in blizzard conditions

January 23, 2025

‘The deputy and trooper took their winter coats off to try and warm the man up who had been lying out in the conditions for at least two hours.’ GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Oceana County emergency workers heroically saved an injured snowmobiler in the Upper Silver Lake area during blizzard-like conditions Wednesday night, Jan. 22. A 40-year-old Spring Lake man was…

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Hart PD news, published Jan. 23, 2025

January 23, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HART — The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025: 12:20 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. 3:01 p.m., fraud complaint, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 4:29 p.m.,…

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