NEW ERA — Award-winning singer/songwriter S.G. Wood will perform Tuesday, July 9, from 5-7 p.m. at the New Era Farmers’ Market located at 1820 Ray Ave. Wood, originally from Detroit and now living in Tampa, Florida, has a new album coming out early next year. “His music is an Americana mix of folk, country, rock and bluegrass, served up on…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — Lane closures for bridge work are in effect Friday, June 28, until 4 p.m. on northbound US 31 over the Pentwater River, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. __________________ Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest way is to sign up for…
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 Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Monday, June 24, 2024: 3:41 p.m., a 36-year-old Muskegon man was arrested for driving while license revoked, Riverview Drive, Newfield Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. 6:08 p.m., larceny…
Shirley Ann Pickard, 78, of Mears, died on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com ________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest way is to sign up for an automatic monthly payment on Paypal. Click this link. Alternative…
Deadline is Friday, June 28, at 11:59 p.m. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Oceana County Economic Alliance, powered by The Right Place, is hosting Pitch North, which is an entrepreneurial pitch competition open to people who live in Lake, Newaygo and Oceana counties. Current or aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners are encouraged to submit their pitch for consideration through Friday, June…
HART — Three of a Kind is set to perform Thursday, June 27, from 7–9 p.m. at the Hart Commons. Attendees to the free concert are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Three of a Kind is a collection of three diversely experienced musicians who pride themselves in intense three-part harmonies and a very eclectic mix of pop classics. Their musical…
GRAND RAPIDS — A 16-year-old Hart boy who was injured in a crash with a vehicle while riding a moped remains in critical condition at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, according to a Go Fund Me page set up to support his family. Hunter Stayner was airlifted following the crash that occurred Monday night, June 24, shortly before 10 p.m. at…
Martha Ann Piegols, 98, of Hart, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024, at Cherry Blossom Manor, in Hart. She was born December 29, 1925, in Hart, the daughter of E. Monroe and Doris (Adair) Hawley. Martha Ann grew up in Hart, helping her father on his farm and floral greenhouse. Following high school, she majored in math and education…
Employment: Mechatronics Paraprofessional, Career & Technical Education West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Mechatronics Paraprofessional- CTE. High School diploma and two years experience working with machine tools and/or CNC mills/lathes 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,…
‘The loss of life is always tragic; however, it is not always criminal.’ HART — No criminal charges will be filed against the SUV driver who hit two teenage bicyclists, killing one of them, on Skeels Road in Greenwood Township last January, said Oceana County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph Bizon. Kari Rose Miller, 16, was killed, and her 17-year-old brother was…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Ludington man was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Lakeshore Hospital in Shelby following an SUV vs. truck crash on Deer Road near 40th Avenue Monday, June 24, shortly after 3 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The Ludington man who was driving a 2020 Ford Expedition SUV hit a…
HART — The following were sentenced Monday, June 24, 2024 in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Vincent Michael Camargo, 34, pleaded guilty April 15 to assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and was sentenced to 17 days in jail with credit for 17 days served; one year probation; and $658 in fines and costs. One count of aggravated domestic assault was dismissed. –…
SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has announced several promotions of bank staff throughout its west Michigan market area. Janis Vanderputte has been promoted to senior vice president along with her previous title of compliance officer and information security officer. She has been with Shelby State Bank since 2016 and was instrumental in the technology upgrades earlier this year. Keely Moon…
Cary Hasty December 20, 1961 – June 22, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cary Hasty, who died peacefully on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the age of 62. Cary was born on December 20, 1961, in Hart to Gary Lee Hasty and Lou Ann Roose (Moorman). Cary left behind a legacy of cherished…
‘There are more trees down than we can count.’ OCEANA COUNTY — Thunderstorms and widespread damaging winds ripped through Oceana County and surrounding areas early Tuesday morning, June 25. The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office reports that there are no known injuries as a result. “On Tuesday June 25, 2024, Oceana County residents woke up to a tremendous weather event with…
‘It is not believed that the moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.’ HART TOWNSHIP — A 16-year-old boy riding a moped was airlifted and remains in critical condition following a crash with another vehicle Monday night, June 24, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “On Monday June 24, 2024 at approximately 9:51 p.m.,…
‘Two friends were shooting guns when one thought the gun was unloaded, and the other person picked it up when an accidental discharge occurred.’ LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — An 18-year-old Newaygo County man was airlifted to Grand Rapids following an accidental shooting in the Walkerville area Monday night, June 24, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “On Monday June 24,…
Rescuers call off search before storms GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — After receiving a “Mayday” call late Monday night, June 24, emergency crews searched Lake Michigan between the Little Sable Point Lighthouse and Pentwater looking for a watercraft in distress, but no boat was found, according to a press release from Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Mayday is an internationally recognized radio…
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