Fox announces candidacy for probate judge HART — After 30 years of private practice serving the residents of Oceana County, attorney Eric Fox announces his candidacy for probate court judge of Oceana County. “Fox is a lifelong resident of Oceana County,” states his candidacy announcement. “He graduated from Shelby High School before getting his degree from Michigan State University. He…
Parolee accused of sexually assaulting 10-year-old girl at local hotel HART — A 40-year-old Holland man who is on parole is accused of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl at a local hotel. Christopher Matthew Kubacki of 83 Burke Ave., Holland, is charged with felonies of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC), second-degree CSC and gross indecency between a male and female,…
Custer man charged with larceny by conversion HART — A 41-year-old Custer man faces up to five years in prison for a felony charge of larceny by conversion $1,000-$20,000. Eric Charles Golembiewski, of 1444 N. Custer Rd., allegedly embezzled $15,000, said Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. “The events that led to the charges occurred on or around Dec. 21, 2023,”…
Pentwater superintendent to retire By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Scott Karaptian is set to retire after a 37-year career in education, with eight of those years serving as Pentwater Public Schools superintendent and principal. Karaptian’s last day will be June 30. As a young educator, he began as a substitute teacher before landing his first permanent job as…
Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a School Psychologist with a current and valid School Psychologist certificate from the Michigan Department of Education 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,…
Notice to Bidders: Lakeshore Drive Box Culvert This is a paid posting. Posted until March 25, 2024
Employment: Accounts Payable Clerk/Receptionist Ludington Area Schools – Central Business Office – Accounts Payable Clerk/Receptionist. This is a full time, 12-month per year position. Duties include basic accounting tasks, general receptionist activities and other duties as assigned. Must be able to multitask, be a self-starter, lift up to 50 pounds and provide great customer service. For more information or to apply contact…
Farm animals die in barn fire LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — Four or five goats and a beef calf died in a barn fire early Monday morning, March 4, on East Harrison Road, according to Walkerville Fire Chief Al Purdy. Fire departments from Walkerville, Hart, Ferry Township, Hesperia and Newaygo County’s Lilley Township were called to the scene around 4:30 a.m. “It…
Weekend police news, posted March 4, 2024 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024: 10:22 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 20-year-old Hart man was cited for driving while license suspended (DWLS) and operating without insurance,…
79th District Court sentencings, posted March 4, 2024 HART — The following were recently sentenced in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Rudy Coronado, 42, of 3654 W. Washington Rd., Pentwater, pleaded guilty Feb. 20 to second-offense domestic violence and was sentenced to 45 days in jail with credit for 45 days served; one year probation; and $600 in fines and…
79th District Court arraignments, posted March 4, 2024 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Jesse Allen Gonzales, 34, of 2745 128th Ave., Hart; felonious assault. Preliminary exam: March 12 at 1 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash. – Randy Ray Anderson, 41, of 2379 Orchard Ave., Muskegon; felon in possession of a firearm, carrying…
School buses spray painted with graffiti SHELBY — A vandal or vandals spray painted graffiti on 18 school buses at Shelby Public Schools over the weekend, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The vandal or vandals used green spray paint, he said, and nearby Getty Park was also vandalized. A restroom door at the park and a bulldozer belonging to…
York Road closed for road work FERRY TOWNSHIP — York Road between Baseline and Warren roads is closed Monday, March 4, for repairs, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour has been set up, and local residents can access their homes.
Obituary: Catherine Micheline Neefs-Robbins, 87, of Hart Catherine Micheline Neefs-Robbins, 87, passed away peacefully, February 27, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born August 2, 1936, in Brussels, Belgium, to Emile and Christine (VanStellan) VanGysegem As a teenager, in 1949, Catherine left Belgium and came to the United States with family. She then attended Hart Public Schools, navigating the learning…
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Obituary: Janet Irene Benson, 75, of Hart Janet Irene Benson, 75, of Hart, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024. She was born July 14, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Henry and Rita (Puhl) Benson. Janet was a proud Christian patriot who loved God, country, family, and dogs. She attended Willowbrook High School, where she was on one of…
Obituary: Lonnie ‘Lon’ Conroy, 75, of Free Soil We have lost a very precious treasure. Lonnie “Lon” V. Conroy, 75, of Free Soil, passed away in Traverse City with his family at his bedside on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Lon was born in Shelby on May 26, 1948 to the late Vaughn and Thelma (Smith) Conroy. He entered the U.S.…
Three people sustain minor injuries in ‘T-bone’ crash BENONA TOWNSHIP — Three people involved in a “T-bone” crash on Shelby Road at 58th Avenue Thursday morning, Feb. 29, suffered only minor injuries, according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. A 56-year-old Nunica man driving a westbound 2018 Ford Fiesta on Shelby Road was attempting to make a left…
Police news, posted March 1, 2024 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: Monday, Feb. 26, 2024: 9:47 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), fraud involving a social security check of nearly $1,200, 7700 block of West Hayes Road, Benona Township. 5:30…
Police seek public’s help to find fleeing driver who crashed The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HESPERIA — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a male driver of a 2004 Buick Park Avenue that fled from a deputy early Friday morning, March 1,…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Teacher – SXI West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI. Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain temporary approval required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human…
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