Employment: Special Education Supervisor West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Supervisor. Master’s degree; Full approval in at least one area of special education; three years experience in special education; must be able to satisfy R340.1772 of the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education for Supervisor of Special Education Approval. To view a complete…
Employment: District Curriculum and Grant Coordinator This is a paid posting. Posted until Aug. 2, 2024.
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 57-year-old Hart man who set a mattress on fire inside an apartment last April pleaded “no contest” to a felony charge of first-degree arson in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15. Luna Jesus Trigo, of 2320 W. Baseline Rd., faces a minimum term of 29 months in prison with a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Noel Trevino, 44, of 3051 W. Baker Rd., Shelby; three counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Preliminary exam: July 30 at 1 p.m. – Tristan Daniel Whaley, 23, of 1619 Tuttle Ave., Datton, Ohio; felonious assault and felony firearm. Preliminary exam: July…
Employment Opportunity: Sanitation Supervisor Indian Summer is looking for an experienced sanitation supervisor to implement the company’s sanitation policies. As a supervisor, you will be responsible for developing sanitation protocols in line with state and federal safety regulations. You will also be required to conduct daily sanitation inspections and oversee staff training. Must have demonstrate strong leadership skills, detailed knowledge…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 41-year-old Holland man pleaded “no contest” to gross indecency between a male and female in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15. Christopher Matthew Kubacki committed gross indecency involving a 10-year-old girl at a local hotel. Kubacki will serve 13 months to five years in prison and must register as a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 20-year-old Saranac man was sentenced to 55 months to 15 years in prison in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15, for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy at a Christian youth camp. William David Kastanek, who was 18 years old at the time, sexually assaulted the boy at Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya in…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a vehicle hit-and-run in which a driver allegedly struck a DNR Silver Lake State Park worker with his vehicle and fled the scene in the parking lot of the state park’s pedestrian area of the dunes Sunday, July 14, around 4:45 p.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. There…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HART TOWNSHIP — A 46-year-old Hart woman was arrested for methamphetamine possession, bond violation and carrying a concealed weapon — brass knuckles on West Tyler Road near 104th Avenue Thursday, July 11, shortly after 1:30 a.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast.…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — Hart Area Fire Department was dispatched to the roundabout in Silver Lake for a radiator leak following a vehicle crash Monday, July 15, shortly before 12:15 p.m. The 911 caller reported to Central Dispatch that a delivery truck’s radiator was punctured in the crash, and radiator fluid was leaking into the sewer. No injuries were reported in…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a 1994 White Wilderness camper valued at $3,000 that was stolen from the 300 block of South Oceana Drive. The theft was reported Friday, July 12, around 1:30 p.m. If anyone has information about this crime, they are asked to contact the sheriff’s office at (231) 873-2121.…
Dennis Franklin Houk, 79, of Pentwater, died on Thursday, May 9, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 3212 W. Kinney Rd., Riverton Township. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the church. Read Dennis’s obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com.
Charles “Chuck” Franklin Felt, 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Wednesday, July 10, 2024. He was born November 21, 1934, in Muskegon, the son of Clarence and Lillie Felt. Chuck was raised in North Muskegon where he played football for the North Muskegon Norsemen, leading his team as captain for a season. In Chuck’s senior year he made the…
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WEARE TOWNSHIP — Oceana County probate judge candidates Eric Fox, Anna Rapa and Ryan Good are questioned by OCP News Editor Allison Scarbrough during a forum at the West Michigan Research Station Thursday evening, July 11. The event, which drew about 75 audience members, was organized by Phil Morse who served as host of the event. The three candidates will…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Wednesday, July 3, 2024: 10:03 a.m., found property, 72nd Avenue, City of Hart. 10:51 a.m., suspicious situation, State and Johnson streets, City of Hart. 2:02 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries, State and Washington streets, City of Hart. 3:15 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. 10:29…
Employment: School and Community Resource Advocate Job Description, Salary and Benefits Position Title: School and Community Resource Advocate Reports To: United Way of Mason County Executive Director General Description: The School and Community Resource Advocate is an employee of United Way of Mason County and supports student achievement by providing outreach services to students and their families to ensure they…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — After a nearly 30-year career in Oceana County government, Amy Anderson will retire at the end of the year as the Oceana County clerk. Anderson has worked as the county clerk for the last five years. She originally began her career in the treasurer’s office part-time, and quickly moved her way up to…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Service Club announced that Pentwater resident Doug Bacon has been named the 2024 Pentwater Citizen of the Year. First launched in 1973, Bacon becomes the 51st Citizen of the Year. “In the 10 years since moving here from Saline, Michigan, Doug’s accomplishments have irrevocably and permanently changed the greater Pentwater area for the better, said Pentwater…
HART — Rock Shop is set to perform Thursday evening, July 11, from 7-9 p.m. at the Hart Commons Park. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the free concert. Rock Shop is a classic rock band from Holland and Saugatuck that formed in 2006. They play “good ol’ rock and roll” from the ’60s to the present. All band members…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP – Shelby Township will be awarded a $2,500,000 community enhancement grant from the State of Michigan, according to a press release issued by the township Wednesday, July 10. “This significant funding will be allocated to the development of the Shelby Township Sports Complex, a project that promises to enrich the community and provide state-of-the-art recreational facilities for residents…
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