Employment: MCP/OCP Sales Representative

April 2, 2024

Employment: MCP/OCP Sales Representative Media Group 31 is seeking a sales representative to sell advertising for its news services, Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Hours are flexible with the option to work part time and potentially full time. Pay is based on commission of sales. Send a letter of inquiry and resume to Rob Alway, editor-in-chief, at editor@mediagroup31.com.

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Letter to the Editor: Writer urges citizens to sign petition for local zoning control

April 2, 2024

Last November, our Michigan legislature passed and our governor signed PA233 of 2023, a new law that overrides local zoning laws and takes away a local community’s ability to decide on the size and placement of wind turbine farms, solar farms, and battery storage facilities. PA233 of 2023 transfers control of local zoning decisions to three state-appointed officials in Lansing.…

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Recent births, posted April 2, 2024

April 2, 2024

Hope Lynn Avra, the daughter of Brianna Kaminski and Austin Avra of Pentwater, was born at Corewell Health Gerber Hospital, Fremont, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month.…

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2024 fishing season, license begins today

April 1, 2024

Michigan’s new fishing license and regulation season kicks off today, Monday, April 1. The 2024 fishing licenses are valid through March 31, 2025. Fishing licenses can be purchased from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources online at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses or by downloading the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app and purchasing the license through the app. Michigan DNR Hunt Fish, an official app of the Michigan…

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Congressman Moolenaar staff available locally April 9

April 1, 2024

Staff members from the office of Congressman John Moolenaar will host local meeting times on Tuesday, April 9. Moolenaar represents Mason and Oceana counties in the U.S. House of Representatives. During the meetings, constituents from the Michigan Second Congressional District can discuss personal casework issues they are having with a federal agency. Constituents who cannot attend one of the meetings…

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Obituary: Larry Hunt, 84, of Ocala, Fla.

April 1, 2024

Larry Russell Hunt, 84, of Ocala, Florida, died on Tuesday, March 28, 2024. Larry was born January 22, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Norman R Hunt and Imogene (May) Hunt. Larry graduated from George Washington High School in Indianapolis and went on to earn a degree in engineering at IUPUI. He worked as a mechanical engineer in Indiana, Kentucky, and…

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Recent death: Martin Dahl, 67, of Hesperia

April 1, 2024

Martin Jeffery Dahl, 67, of Hesperia, died on Friday, March 29, 2024. He was born April 13, 1956, in Shelby, the son of Kenneth and Elaine (Jensen) Dahl. A full obituary will be posted soon. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, April 5, 2024, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, 413 South Mears Avenue,…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted March 31, 2024

March 31, 2024

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Charles Vernon Alltop, 60, of 716 Bird St., Parkersburg, West Virginia; first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) — victim under age 13 and second-degree CSC — victim under age 13. Preliminary exam: April 16 at 1 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety/10 percent. – Ernest Paul Maile, 56, of…

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Obituary: Keith VanBrocklin, 75, of Pentwater

March 31, 2024

Keith Alan VanBrocklin, 75, of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, son, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed. Keith was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and golfing. He also co-owned and operated Target Mold Corporation, in Muskegon, until his retirement. Keith is survived by: his wife, Kathleen VanBrocklin;…

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Obituary: Charles Hiler, 74, of Hesperia

March 31, 2024

Charles “Chuck” Hiler, 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024. He was born January 3,1950, in Fremont, the son of Clarence and Violet (Burden) Hiler. Chuck grew up in Hesperia and graduated from Hesperia High School. During his time at Hesperia, he participated in football and track. After high school, Chuck found his way into a few other hobbies,…

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Fire damages Benona Township house

March 29, 2024

Fire damages Benona Township house BENONA TOWNSHIP — Four fire departments battled a house fire at 65 S. 64th Ave. Friday morning. Shelby-Benona Fire Department was initially dispatched to the fire at 7:30 a.m. Upon arrival, the first unit on scene reported smoke and flames through the roof of the two story house. During the fire, a Shelby-Benona Fire Department…

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Man who fled the domestic assault scene arrested for drunk driving

March 27, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 39-year-old Montague man who allegedly fled the scene after a domestic assault early Wednesday morning, March 27, was arrested later that morning by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies for drunk driving, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Deputies responded…

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Township clerk retires after 40 years of service

March 27, 2024

‘She would like to thank everyone for making her time here seem like minutes instead of years.’ SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township Clerk Marilyn Glover is retiring after 40 years of dedicated service, and township officials are preparing a celebration to honor her. “It is with a heavy heart that the Shelby Township Board announces the retirement of our long-term…

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Employment: Regional Mentor

March 27, 2024

Employment: Regional Mentor West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Regional Mentor. Bachelor’s Degree and 6 months experience required. 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…

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Employment: High School ELA Teacher

March 27, 2024

Employment: High School ELA Teacher Mason County Central Schools is looking to hire a high school English Language Arts Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. See details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Job ID #583. Application deadline is April 10, 2024 at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Posted until April 10, 2024. 

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Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director

March 27, 2024

Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director Hart United Methodist Church Hart United Methodist Church seeks a Director for Children’s and Youth Ministries. Responsibilities include coordinating nursery attendant schedules, managing Sunday School classes for children, and leading the junior/senior high school youth group. Interest in developing positive relationships with children and youth is ideal. This part-time, paid position includes flexible hours…

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Spitler art students make a splash with Glow Exhibit

March 26, 2024

Spitler art students make a splash with Glow Exhibit Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A wave of talent and creativity washed over Spitler Elementary School this month in conjunction with National Reading Month. It just so happened that this year’s reading month theme,…

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Wildcat robotics team stands up to the competition

March 25, 2024

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Walkerville High School launched its first-ever robotics team ‎and is already gaining ground competitively. The new Wildcat team finished 32nd out of 40 teams at its first competition at Orchard View High School the weekend of March 15…

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