The Illinois boy was walking through a trail at the Owasippe Scout Reservation BLUE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — An 11-year-old boy camping at the Owasippe Scout Reservation died after a tree fell and hit him while he was walking through a trail Thursday, July 23, shortly after 5 p.m., according to the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. “The camper died…
HART — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Timothy John Werkema, 44, of Howard City, Mich.; third-offense operating while intoxicated and misdemeanors of driving while license suspended and open intoxicants. Offense date: May 19, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $5,000/personal recognizance (PR). Preliminary exam: July 28 at 1 p.m.…
HART — The Oceana County Council on Aging hosted its third annual pie auction Wednesday, July 15, raising funds for its Unmet Needs Fund, which helps older adults with essential expenses not covered by other resources. The event featured 35 homemade pies donated by staff, volunteers and community members. The highest bid of the day was $150 for a…
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, July 16, 2026: 4:45 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries State and Wood streets, City of Hart. Friday, July 17, 2026: 12:37 a.m., alarm, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 1:42…
Vickie Hunt, 70, of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. She was born in Pekin, Ill. on May 15, 1956. Vickie was a proud artist and created nautical and beach themed artwork with her husband, Terry Hunt. They traveled everywhere between Florida, Michigan, and Wisconsin to display and sell their woodworking trade at various art shows. Vickie is…
Shelby Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for several employment opportunities for the upcoming school year. Current openings include: Special Education Coordinator Varsity Boys Baseball Coach Middle School Cross Country Coach Middle School Instructional Assistant Middle School Library Attendant/Instructional Assistant Elementary Instructional Assistant Shelby Public Schools is seeking passionate, dependable individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in…
Mason County Central School District is currently seeking to hire a Director of State and Federal Programs/English Language Development Coach. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID #674. Application deadline is July 30, 2026. This is a paid posting. Published until July 30, 2026.
HART — Polk Road from Oceana Drive to State Street will be closed “until further notice” for road work beginning Wednesday, July 29, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes, and businesses will remain open during closure, according to OCRC. A detour will be set up — see map below. Please…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — Hart cross country teams trained like Michigan State Police troopers Monday morning, July 20. “Before I was a trooper, I was an athletic trainer,” said D/Sgt. Michael Cuevas, who developed and launched the new Train Like a Trooper program.…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its third annual National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 4-8 p.m. at Shelby Township Community Park, at 4101 W. Buchanan Rd. “This will be a fantastic event for everyone,” stated Oceana County Undersheriff Ryan Schiller. “Please bring your family, friends and neighbors out to the park and enjoy a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 43-year-old Ginn, Mich. man was sentenced to two consecutive 50-75 year prison terms; two concurrent 50-75 year prison terms; and one consecutive 20-50 year prison term for four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and one count of first-degree child abuse in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 20, according…
WALKERVILLE — Walkerville Public Schools Superintendent/Principal Joe Conkle has announced he is resigning after accepting the position of assistant principal of the Newaygo County RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency) Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Conkle was hired as Walkerville’s superintendent/principal, July 1, 2023, when Dr. Tom Langdon retired. He served as Walkerville’s K-12 principal for five years prior to taking…
HART — The following were recently sentenced in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Karolyn Kay Buozis, 66, pleaded guilty Dec. 9, 2024 to third-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced July 6, 2026 to 10 months in jail with credit for 133 days served and $1,348 in fines and costs. Her sentence runs concurrently to another case, according to court…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Wednesday, July 15, 2026: 8:20 a.m., (Michigan State Police), non-life-threatening injuries resulted from a traffic crash involving a motorcycle, southbound US 31 and Shelby Road, Shelby Township. 1:54 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an animal cruelty case in which a witness reported seeing someone “throwing kittens out of a vehicle going 60 mph” on South Oceana Drive near Baker Road Wednesday, July 15, around 1 p.m., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Oceana County Animal Control responded to the scene where a dead…
Driver cited for having too many people in vehicle GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 59-year-old Manistee man who was a passenger in a 2025 CF MOTO Force ATV was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital following a rollover crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, July 18, shortly after 4 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 15-year-old Flat Rock, Mich. boy was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital following a dirt bike crash at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Saturday, July 18, shortly after 10:30 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office traffic crash report. The boy was operating a 2026 Yamaha YZ250 when he “jumped a dune…
Beach hazards statement in effect through Wednesday The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has issued an air quality alert through Monday, July 20, for elevated levels of fine particulate due to wildfire smoke. Concentrations in the Lower Peninsula will be unhealthy for sensitive groups. This is a statewide air quality alert. “Another smoke plume has settled…
West Shore ESD has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. The West…
Parish Administrative Assistant Position Description Reports to: Pastor Employment Type: Part-Time / 24 hrs. (Not to exceed 30 hours per week) Office Hours: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Thursday Benefits: 24 hours of accumulated PTO, Paid Federal Holidays Position Summary: The Parish Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Pastor, staff, council, volunteers, and congregation. This…
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued an air quality alert for Sunday, July 19, for elevated levels of fine particulate due to wildfire smoke. Concentrations will range from USG (unhealthy for sensitive groups) across the lower peninsula to unhealthy in the Upper Peninsula. It is a statewide air quality alert. Smoke improved across the southern…
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