Conservation districts to host workshop Feb. 13. AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — An educational workshop is being held for farmers, forestland owners, backyard beekeepers and anyone interested in improving wildlife habitat. This is a half-day seminar, with guest speakers presenting on special topics including on-farm energy optimization, pollinator habitat initiatives, cover crops, forest pests, cost-share opportunities for these projects, as…
West Shore ESD receives $500k for state-wide STEM education. AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — Over $3 million were awarded to support Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education in Michigan by the MiSTEM Advisory Council. Twenty-one awards were selected from a pool of 78 grant applications and the largest award in the state was earned by West Shore Educational Service…
UPDATE: Cross country skiing has been postponed to Feb. 16 due to icy trail conditions. Two weekends of winter fun in Pentwater. #PentwaterWinterfest PENTWATER – The Village of Pentwater may be a known as a summer town, but residents and visitors know how to have a fun time in the winter too. Gear up for two Saturdays of fun during…
Support local mental health services through laughter. #LaughingMatters #FountainHillCenter SHELBY – The Fountain Hill Center for Counseling and Consultation will host its annual Laughing Matters fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6-9 p.m. at the Shelby Optimist Club. Now in its fifth year, this night of great food and great comedy supports the Fountain Hill Center Lakeshore Counseling Office in New…
Contact Red Cross to help fire victims. HART – The American Red Cross of West Michigan is advising residents who want to help the 11 victims of the Bill Wells’ “602 House” fire Tuesday morning, Feb. 5, to contact its Muskegon and Ludington offices. Those wishing to provide assistance should call (231) 726-3555 and select option #3, said Executive Director…
Recent births, reported Feb. 6, 2019 #OceanaCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Andrew Gordon McCulley, the son of Miranda Glover and Brandon McCulley of Hart, was born Feb. 4, 2019. Bailey Rose Garza, the daughter of Abigail and Johnny Garza of Crystal Valley, was born Feb. 5, 2019. Shelby Gem Factory, 1330 Industrial Drive, Shelby; 231-861-2165; www.shelbygemfactory.com; has sponsored…
HHS Drama Club presents ‘SHREK: The Musical.’ #HartPublicSchools HART – The Hart High School Drama Club is presenting “SHREK: The Musical,” March 8-10, in the Hart Public Schools Auditorium at the middle school. Show times are Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 9, at 2 p.m.; Saturday, March 9, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 10, at 3…
WSCC presents “Looking for Palestine.” HART — “Looking for Palestine,” a play written and performed by Najla Saïd, will be performed on Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the Hart Middle School Auditorium. The performance is part of the college’s Humankind and Performing Arts series. In her one-woman play, Najla provides a unique passage into one of the most volatile…
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Massive fire destroys landmark building. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. THIS STORY WAS UPDATED TUESDAY AT 5:15 P.M. WITH SOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM THE HART POLICE DEPARTMENT. HART – A fire ripped through the Bill Wells’ “602 House” at the corner of State and Wood streets early Tuesday morning, Feb. 5, displacing 11 people who lived in the building. No one…
CSC charge dismissed after alleged victim recants claim. #OceanaCountyNews By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART – A first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) charge was dismissed against a 31-year-old New Era woman after the alleged victim – a 10-year-old boy – recanted his claim, according to Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. Amanda Marie Zoulek of 5923 W. Stony Lake Rd., was arrested…
Closings and cancellations, Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019 This list may be updated. Please do not post cancellations in the comment section. If you have a cancellation, please email editor@mediagroup31.com. Presented by La Probadita Mercado & Taqueria, 19 S. State St., Hart; 231-873-4069, Facebook. Baldwin Community School Covenant Christian School Fountain Head Start Free Soil Area Senior Center Hart Public Schools…
Weather advisory issued for freezing rain. #OceanaCountyWeather OCEANA COUNTY – The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for several Michigan counties, including Oceana County, beginning Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 10 p.m. through Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. Mixed precipitation is expected with snow and sleet accumulation of an inch or less, primarily near and north of…
Hart man sent to prison for attacking deputy with knife. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – A 38-year-old Hart man who attacked an Oceana County sheriff’s deputy with a knife last summer was sentenced to two to 15 years in prison in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Feb. 4, for convictions of felonious assault and fourth-offense habitual offender. Clayton John…
Drunk driving arrests top police activity. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Friday, Feb. 1, 2019: – 6:30 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 55-year-old Pentwater man was arrested for third-offense operating while intoxicated (OWI), 60th Avenue and Hammett Road, Pentwater Township. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019: – 3:05 a.m., (MSP), a 61-year-old Hesperia man…
WSCC scholarship applications accepted. VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — West Shore Community College’s Financial Aid Office is accepting scholarship applications from students who plan to attend during the 2019-20 academic year. The deadline to apply for scholarships is March 29. The College, the WSCC Foundation, community groups and private donors offer numerous scholarships to fit nearly all student academic records,…
Employment Opportunity: Sales and marketing professional. Media Group 31, owner of Mason County Press, Oceana County Press and Manistee County Press, is in search of a sales and marketing professional to sell advertising. This is a commission-based position with potential to make a good income. It requires a person who is a self-starter, outward personality and familiarity with the three-county…
Recent deaths, posted Feb 4, 2019 #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Carolyn Kay Davila, 71, of Pentwater, died on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Brian L. Hukill, 47, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Angel Pena-Salinas, 70, of Shelby, died on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI…
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Students tackle natural disasters for STEAM Challenge. #HesperiaCommunitySchools HESPERIA — Natural disasters were the themed backdrop for the 70 students from 10 schools taking part in the sixth annual STEAM Challenge regional academic exhibition, Jan. 26. Airplanes, rockets, engineering, the environment, nature, shelter and art were part of the mix, with more than 100 people in attendance at Hesperia middle…
78th District Court sentencings, dismissals. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Shelli Ann Pfenning, 40, of 16586 Vondra Rd., Thompsonville, was found guilty Jan. 22 of operating while impaired and was sentenced to outpatient treatment; 93 days discretionary jail and $2,615 in fines, costs and restitution. Pfenning was ordered…
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