54 troopers graduate from recruit school

June 10, 2024

Four new troopers assigned to Hart post LANSING — Michigan communities will soon benefit from the addition of 54 state troopers who graduated June 7 from the 145th Trooper Recruit School. Of those 54 new troopers, four are being assigned to the Hart post: Marshall Eurich of Mio, Jason Sandoval of Muskegon, Jasmin Smith of Davison and Andrew Todd of…

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Shelby-Benona Fire Department secures Stop the Bleed license

June 10, 2024

SHELBY — The Department of Defense’s Stop the Bleed program is designed to train and equip the public to be able to treat traumatic injuries involving severe bleeding until first responders arrive.   “We’re excited to announce that Shelby-Benona Fire Department was recently issued a Stop the Bleed educational license,” states a press release from the fire department. “We look forward to…

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9-foot model of presidential yacht to be unveiled June 23

June 10, 2024

PENTWATER — To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the museum’s opening in its historic building at First and Rutledge streets, the Pentwater Historical Society has arranged tours of two historic cottages and the unveiling of the new exhibit for 2024 — a scale model of the USS Sequoia‎. The special event is set for Sunday, June 23, from 2–4 p.m.…

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Pentwater History Cruise returns for 2024 season

June 10, 2024

By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Pentwater’s water taxi is in the water and area residents and visitors can again board this 1960s era U.S. Navy whale boat for a casual, one-hour lap around historic Pentwater Lake and down the channel. History cruises depart Thursday through Saturday at 3 p.m. from the Fourth Street dock. The cost is $15…

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Police news, posted June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024
Police news, posted June 10, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office over the weekend: Saturday, June 8, 2024: 5 p.m., a 19-year-old Ottawa County man was arrested for operating while intoxicated, West Lake Holiday Drive, Golden Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County…

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Electric Forest invests $27,000 into local arts and music

June 10, 2024

ROTHBURY — The Electric Forest Festival has been an Oceana County summer staple since 2011, bringing people across the country together to celebrate art, music and nature. “While the festival’s grandeur is known cross-country, few know about its philanthropic footprint in west Michigan,” states a press release from the Oceana Community Foundation. “This summer, the festival’s Electric Forest Charitable Fund…

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Employment: Administrative Assistant, Mason County Emergency Management

June 10, 2024

Mason County is seeking a qualified individual for a part-time Administrative Assistant position in the Emergency Management Department.  Individuals applying for this position must possess general clerical skills, computer and typing related skills and be knowledgeable of accounting procedures and general record keeping. Persons interested in making application for this position may pick up a job application packet from our…

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Rain doesn’t dampen the ‘spear-it’ of the National Asparagus Festival

June 8, 2024

HART — Light rain didn’t dampen the “spear-it” of the Joan Glover National Asparagus Festival Royale Parade Saturday, June 8. Photos by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor  

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79th District Court arraignments, posted June 7, 2024

June 7, 2024

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Sara Anne Grant, 46, of 4609 N. Ridge Rd., Mears; a felony of unlawful driving away of an automobile/car theft and a misdemeanor of operating while impaired. Competency hearing: June 11 at 9:45 a.m. – Katie Amber Keller, 38, of 3241 Monroe, Hart; methamphetamine possession.…

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OWI, disorderly conduct arrests among Hart PD activity

June 7, 2024

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, May 30, 2024: 3:05 a.m., suspicious situation, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 9:03 a.m., mental health complaint, 600 block of Water Street, City of Hart. 12:12 p.m., wellbeing check, West Main and Plum streets, City of Hart. 5:25 p.m., harassment complaint, Griswold and Wood streets, City…

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Shelby High School alumnus appointed Capitol architect

June 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Shelby High School 1990 alumnus Tom Austin was recently appointed as the 13th Architect of the Capitol. Austin, the son of the late Jerry and Jan Austin, is a U.S. Army veteran and former director of engineering at Arlington National Cemetery. He will begin duties June 24. The architect handles maintenance, operation, development and preservation of the…

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New sports center topic of Shelby Township meeting

June 7, 2024

SHELBY – Shelby Township is hosting a public meeting to discuss plans for a new recreational and sports facility Wednesday, June 19, at 6 p.m. at the new Shelby Elementary School, located at 1285 S Oceana Dr. The agenda for the meeting will focus on two proposed options for the new Shelby Township Community & Sports Center.  Option 1: Renovate…

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Parker Weirich receives Shelby Middle School Principal’s Award

June 7, 2024

SHELBY — Shelby Middle School student Parker Weirich was honored during the school’s recent awards ceremony with the Principal’s Award presented by Principal Jessica Danielson. The awards assembly celebrates students’ achievements in academics and citizenship. “The event highlighted the dedication and hard work of our top achievers,” said Principal Danielson. “One of the key moments was the presentation of the…

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Shelby Township seeks community input in survey for 5-year master plan

June 7, 2024

SHELBY — Shelby Township has launched of a community survey to gather valuable input for the development of the township’s five-year master plan. “This initiative marks a significant step in shaping the future of our community, and we are calling on all residents, business owners and stakeholders to participate and share their insights,” states a press release from the township.…

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Donation drive to help migrant farmworkers’ children

June 7, 2024

PENTWATER — As summer begins, the Oceana Community Foundation launches its fourth annual donation drive for the Oceana’s Michigan Migrant Child Task Force. The foundation is collecting donations of new hygiene items, children’s books and toys, and more to share with west Michigan’s migrant farmworkers and their families. New this year are some culturally sensitive basic food items. Each item…

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June 6, 2024

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Celebrate asparagus this weekend

June 6, 2024

51st Annual National Asparagus Festival set for Saturday By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor  HART — Every year thousands of people flock to Oceana County to celebrate asparagus season in the “Asparagus Capital of the World.” Oceana County is the top producer of asparagus in Michigan, accounting for about 80 percent of Michigan’s asparagus production, and Michigan is the leading producer…

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Pirates run away with third consecutive state title

June 6, 2024

The Hart track and cross country teams have captured a combined 10 state titles in the last seven years. Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor KENT CITY — The Pirate track and cross country teams have captured a combined 10 state titles in the last seven…

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WSCC winter dean’s list

June 6, 2024

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has released its Dean’s List for the 2024 Winter Semester.  Full-time students achieving a semester grade point average of 3.75 or above receive high honors, and full-time students with a grade point average…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted June 6, 2024

June 6, 2024

HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Charles Jacob Cameron, 57, of 22812 Doremus St., St. Clair Shores, Michigan, pleaded guilty May 28 to disturbing the peace and was sentenced to three months probation and $200 in fines and costs. Paul Madison Phillips, 39, of 4570 N. 176th Ave., Walkerville, pleaded guilty May 21…

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Employment: Guest Teacher, Pentwater Public Schools

June 6, 2024

Employment: Guest Teacher, Pentwater Public Schools This is a paid posting. Posted until June 21, 2024

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