Former lighthouse keepers director sentenced for financial crimes By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The former executive director of Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Jan. 23, for convictions of larceny $1,000 or more and using a computer to commit a crime. Peter Alan Manting, 67, was not ordered to serve…
Obituary: Kathryn Lorenz, 70, of Hart August 4, 1953 to January 22, 2024 Kathryn Ruth (VanAgtmael) Lorenz is now rejoicing in Heaven with her parents. Kathy was born August 4, 1953, to Ella and Bob VanAgtmael. She was the eldest of six children, and spoke so often of her life as a young girl and doing farm chores. Kathy grew…
ESD offers mentoring to new teachers through New Teacher Coaching Initiative West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The West Shore Educational Service District has launched a mentor program to help guide newer teachers. The New Teacher Coaching Initiative, led…
Obituary: Charles Plough, 85, of Pentwater Charles Erlan Plough, 85, of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was born June 11, 1938, in Laurium, the son of Harry and Edna Plough. Charlie proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, and was a veteran of the Cold War. He loved education and bettering his knowledge. He was…
Wildcats celebrate homecoming this week Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. WALKERVILLE — The Wildcats are celebrating homecoming this week. The 2024 Walkerville homecoming queen and king will be crowned in the Walkerville High School gym Friday, Jan. 26, during halftime of the boys varsity basketball game against Marion. The festivities…
Police news, posted Jan. 22, 2024 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: Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024: 4:26 p.m., a 52-year-old Hart man was cited for driving while license suspended, 72nd Avenue and Tyler Road, Hart Township. Friday, Jan.…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Jan. 22, 2024 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Shawn Michael Rosencrans, 30, pleaded “no contest” Nov. 27, 2023 to third-offense operating while intoxicated and assault and battery and was sentenced Jan. 8, 2024 to 13 months to five years in prison with credit for 113 days served…
Falcon royalty PENTWATER — Samantha Schaefer and Abe VanDuinen were crowned Pentwater Homecoming queen and king Friday, Jan. 19, prior to the boys varsity basketball game against rival Walkerville. Aubrie Adams and Nathan Macher were crowned princess and prince. The 2024 Pentwater Homecoming Court includes: the senior court of Ireland Breitner, Abe VanDuinen, Alivia Kolenda, Mitchel Daniels, Samantha Schaefer and…
Winter weather advisory in effect until 5 p.m. Saturday The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Oceana and Mason counties that is in effect until 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20. Snow accumulations of 3-5 inches are predicted. “Plan on slippery road conditions,” states NWS. “The hazardous conditions could impact the (Friday) evening commute. Lake effect snow…
Burmeister named to Michigan Tech Dean’s List HOUGHTON, Mich. — Shelby High School 2019 graduate Katelyn Burmeister was recently named to the Dean’s List at Michigan Technological University during the fall 2023 semester for receiving a 4.00 GPA. Burmeister, who is a senior at Michigan Tech, is majoring in mechanical engineering.
Pirates Paradise Playground to get major upgrade Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The nearly 30-year-old wooden portion of the Spitler Elementary School playground will be replaced soon thanks to the hard work of the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. The wooden structure was built…
Betty Jean Castleberry, 94, of Hart, died on Friday, January 12, 2024. Arrangements by Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Hesperia. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to…
Public Bid Notice: City of Ludington Stump Grinding Contract The City of Ludington is accepting bids for 2024 Stump Grinding contract. Please indicate per stump cost to remove 110-120 stumps and detail any additional fees. Submit bid in writing, with the name of your company, contact person, address, phone number and email address. Place bid in a sealed envelope marked “Stump…
Several factors go into making school snow day decision West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Over the past week, parents, students, and school staff have experienced the seasonal northern Michigan tradition of school closings. The first school closing of the season took place…
HPD news, posted Jan. 18, 2024 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, Jan. 11, 2024: 11:20 a.m., parking complaint, East Main and State streets, City of Hart. 3 p.m., wellbeing check, 300 block of Lincoln Street, City of…
Inmate allegedly brought fentanyl into jail and delivered it to another inmate who nearly died Travis Michael Gale of Oceana County faces four felony charges in connection to the incident LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old Oceana County man who is a habitual offender faces multiple charges for allegedly bringing fentanyl into the Mason County Jail and furnishing it to another inmate…
Fabricating Frosty in felt form By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Although our area is just digging out from this winter’s first significant snowfall, some folks in Pentwater were making snowmen weeks ago when there was no snow. How? They are members of the Pentwater Artisan Learning Center who attended a felted snowman class taught by fellow member Corlene…
Police news, posted Jan. 17, 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: Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024: 10:26 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 29-year-old Hart woman was arrested for domestic violence, 3400 block of North 120th Avenue, Elbridge Township. She…
Rash of break-ins reported in Oceana County OCEANA COUNTY — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating multiple break-ins involving thefts of high-priced items, such as jet skis, a snowmobile, a riding lawn mower and power tools. A breaking and entering to a pole barn was reported Monday, Jan. 8, shortly after 9 a.m. in the 1400 block of West…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Jan. 17, 2024 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Brandon Michael Branch, 32, of 1903 Beechwood Dr., Mears; two counts failure to register as a sex offender. Preliminary exam: Jan. 23 at 1 p.m. Bail: $10/cash. (Low bail amount due to the defendant being incarcerated in prison.)…
Hart Community Performing Arts Series presents matinee concert Jan. 28 HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series season continues Sunday, Jan. 28, at 3 p.m. with a concert by Julien Labro and Cesar Garabini in the Hart Public Schools auditorium located in the middle school. The artists originally scheduled to appear are unable to due to a medical situation,…
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