The Land: Asparagus Day March 11 goes virtual. The Land is series telling the stories about local agriculture. It is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc., www.petersonfarmsinc.com. HART – Michigan State University (MSU) Extension and the Michigan Asparagus Industry Research Farm Advisory Committee have scheduled this year’s Oceana Asparagus Day for Thursday, March 11. This will be the first ever…
Sen. Bumstead working with restaurant industry on opening plan legislation. LANSING — State Sen. Jon Bumstead (R, Newaygo) announced Thursday that he has joined with the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association to implement their data-driven plan to open the doors of Michigan’s struggling restaurants and hospitality businesses. “While I support safely opening up all sectors of Michigan’s economy immediately, the plan…
HPD news, Feb. 18, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021: 7:20 a.m., traffic hazard, Polk Road and Parmington Avenue, City of Hart. 11:29 a.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021: 2:06 am., mental health complaint, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart.…
Recent births, posted Feb. 18, 2021. The following births have been reported: Wells Daniel Givens, the son of Sarah and Justin Givens of Pentwater, was born Sunday, February 14, 2021. Maverick Thomas Wilbur, the son of Megan Wright and Sean Wilbur of East Lake, was born Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Mason James Chafee, the son of Megan and Joseph Chafee of Custer, was…
Recent deaths, posted Feb. 18, 2021 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to OCP: Patrick Michael Walter, 50, of Shelby, died on Thursday, February 11, 2021. Barbara Elaine (Gale) Wiggers, 78, of New Era, died on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.…
Shelby boy faces more amputations while battling rare COVID-19 condition. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY — Dae’Shun Jamison, 10, of Shelby has been diagnosed with a rare condition of COVID-19 which led to the amputation of his right leg, and soon his left leg and both hands will also be removed. The 10-year-old started getting headaches and then a high…
MSP urges residents to stay safe during bitter cold. LANSING — With snow-covered roads today, Feb. 16, and below zero temperatures forecast to impact the state tonight, the Michigan State Police (MSP) is encouraging state residents and visitors to be extra cautious when going outdoors. “With the National Weather Service forecasting sub-zero temperatures, it’s important that Michiganders take steps to…
Teen cited for OWI following crash. OTTO TOWNSHIP — An 18-year-old Rothbury man was cited by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office for operating while intoxicated following a vehicle crash, Saturday, Feb. 13, shortly before 7 p.m. on South 116th Avenue, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. No one was injured in the crash, Mast said. Please consider helping to…
Winter adventure abounds at sports complex. Around the County is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc., www.petersonfarmsinc.com. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. NORTH MUSKEGON — Sometimes going “around the county” takes you “out of the county” when looking for outdoor adventure. If you’re seeking outdoor winter fun, go no further than the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex at the Muskegon State Park…
Historical society seeks class reunion info. HART — The Oceana County Historical and Genealogical Society would like a copy of your high school class reunion announcements, booklets and address lists to add to its files. Named photographs are also appreciated. “We’re interested in class reunion notices from any Oceana County school,” states Betty Driscoll, historical society board member. “We are…
Obituary: Leolah Hope Boundy, 93, of Crystal Valley Leolah Hope Boundy, 93, of Crystal Valley, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, at Oceana Medical Care Facility. She was born July 11, 1927, in Crystal Valley, the daughter of Clarence and Bessie (Davis) Ruggles. Leolah graduated from Hart High School with the Class of 1945. She was a very talented seamstress…
Fire rips through apartment building. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A large, older model house that housed three or four apartments at 211 Wood St. sustained major damage due to a fire in the ceiling Friday afternoon, Feb. 12. No one was injured, said Hart Fire Chief Dwight Fuehring. Firefighters from Hart, Shelby-Benona, Ferry Township, Walkerville and Pentwater departments…
Consumers Energy Foundation announces $50k of support for small towns. JACKSON — The Consumers Energy Foundation is bringing back a competition to provide $50,000 for big ideas in Michigan’s small towns. The Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition provides dollars for three projects that build strong communities. Communities with a population of up to 10,000 have through Feb.…
Masks distributed to local residential home providers. SCOTTVILLE — West Michigan Community Mental Health (WMCMH) recently assisted the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services in the distribution of 8,400 masks to 32 residential home providers in Mason, Lake and Oceana counties as part of the Mask Up, Mask Right. Pictured is Deb Davis, left, manager of the Samaratis group…
AgScience students learn about threats to trees. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — Students in the Career & Technical Education (CTE) program’s AgScience class visited the Ludington State Park earlier this week to learn about diseases and invasive species that have impacted trees at…
78th District Court sentencings, Feb. 11, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Nicholas Lee Anscombe, 24, of 2501 N. Wilson Rd., Mears, was found guilty Feb. 8 of operating while impaired and was sentenced to 93 days suspended jail; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); and $1,055 in fines and costs.…
HPD news, Feb. 11, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021: 2:30 a.m., a 32-year-old Walkerville man was cited for operating without a license and operating without insurance, Courtland and Main streets, City of Hart. 9:07 a.m., alarm, 4000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 9:31 a.m., motorist assist, 300 block…
Dan Yost appointed Grant Township fire chief. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. GRANT TOWNSHIP — Dan Yost, 36, has been appointed fire chief for Grant Township following the death of long-time Fire Chief Roland Brooks. The Grant Township board approved Yost’s appointment, Feb. 2, after the firefighters voted to appoint Yost as the new chief. Yost has been a member of…
Obituary: Doneta Pretty, 58, of New Era. Doneta L. Pretty, age 58, of New Era, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. She was born November 9, 1962 in Hart. She graduated from Shelby High School in 1981. Doneta attended trade school at ITT Technologies in Grand Rapids and became a journeyman electrician. She was employed by Harsco Rail/Pandrol Jackson Company…
Rothbury man injured in 2-vehicle crash. OTTO TOWNSHIP — A 75-year-old Rothbury man was transported by Life EMS to Mercy Health Partners in Muskegon for minor injuries following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of East Skeels Road and South 116th Avenue Tuesday, Feb. 9, shortly after 3 p.m., according an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was…
27th Circuit Court sentencings, Feb. 10, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 27th Circuit Court: Hector Hugo Rincon, 33, of 5949 E. Deer Rd., Walkerville, was found guilty Oct. 19, 2020 of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and was sentenced Feb. 8, 2021 to 43 days in jail with credit for 43 days served…
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