Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Mandy Achterhof’s youthful energy inspires her students, and her inspirational energy has yielded worthy recognition. Achterhof, 27, received the United Way of the Lakeshore Distinguished Educator Award, which is awarded annually to educators in Oceana, Muskegon and Newaygo…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HART — The following is recent Hart Police Department activity: Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024: 11:24 a.m., medical assist, 700 block of Courtland Street, City of Hart. 3:45 p.m., animal complaint, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 8:08 p.m., disturbance, 400 block…
Employment: Coaching Positions, Mason County Central Schools Mason County Central Schools has openings for the following coaching positions: Middle School Wrestling Coach (Job ID# 605) Varsity Baseball Coach (Job ID #606) Director of Youth Development, Wrestling Program (Job ID #607) For details and to apply, visit: www.mccschools.org. Application deadline is Nov. 14, 2024 at 4 p.m. This is a paid…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Six Shelby High School students were selected for the Region A Honors Choir. The students include seniors Abigail Eckert, soprano 2; Carolina Guereca, alto 1; Austyn Webb, alto 2; Leisy Green, alto 2; junior…
Registrations for Oceana County Toys For Tots will take place in December at four locations. A registration form will be given to families to fill out in the warmth of their cars. Organizers will give families a date and time to come back and pick up their gifts. “We ask that for each child, please list their interests so we…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 61-year-old West Virginia man faces a 25-year mandatory minimum prison term after a jury found him guilty of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and second-degree CSC in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Wednesday, Nov. 6. The jury deliberated for 17 minutes before coming back to the courtroom with a guilty verdict for…
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jose Ramon Garza Orozco on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the age of 53. For over 30 years, Ramon was the devoted husband of Rosa Garza. Together, they raised five children: Clara, Rosa, Alejandra, Carlos, and Sofia. Recently, his heart was filled with even more joy as he became a proud grandfather…
Hadlee Alice Pranger, the daughter of Hannah and Timothy Pranger of New Era, was born on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Pentwater Public Schools Superintendent/Principal Craig Barter is thankful to the community for passing a $7.59 million bond proposal Tuesday, Nov. 5, during the general election. The project focuses on keeping students and staff “warm, safe and secure.” The school district had a similar proposal on the May 7 ballot that failed by just…
Eric Fox wins probate judge race Pentwater passes school bond proposal There are 22,784 registered voters in Oceana County, and 13,489 of those registered voters cast ballots, which is 59.20 percent. Local Contested Races Oceana County Probate Judge — vote for one (non-partisan) Eric Fox 5,767 Anna Rapa 5,353 Oceana County Road Commissioner — vote for two Cathy Forbes (D)…
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The following Christmas events scheduled for Mason and Oceana counties have been reported to Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email: allison@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Christmas Event.” The following are Christmas events scheduled in Oceana and Mason counties: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024: 6 p.m., tree lighting, Getty Park, Village…
Local schools host veterans programs Monday By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Veterans Day is Monday, Nov. 11, and a Veterans Day Parade is set for this Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. on State Street. The parade, which will include local businesses and military groups, will be held rain or shine, said Oceana County Veterans Affairs Officer/Director Jodi…
Barbara Jane VanWestrienen, 86, of Kalamazoo, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Seminole Shores Assisted Living Center in Muskegon. She was born November 21, 1937, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of Robert Marsh and Betty Jane (Cunningham) Chapman. Barb loved helping others, and her career in home economics helped her share that by using her gifts and talents.…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor UPDATE: The man has been identified as Jose Ramon Garza Orozco, 53, of Hart. Read Garza Orozco’s obituary here ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — A 53-year-old Hart man was killed by an accidental electrocution when the pole saw he was using to cut a branch off a tree hit an overhead power line Saturday, Nov. 2, around…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership in Oceana County Press. HART — Hart High School will bring one of literature’s most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, back to life onstage — with her braces, stubbornness, and all. Meg is portrayed by HHS senior Olivia DeBrot, who has over 10 productions under her belt. Just as…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A travel trailer that was parked along northbound US 31 near Shelby Road with a flat tire was reported stolen, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The 2011 Outback travel trailer is valued at $10,000, said the sheriff. It was left along the roadway Saturday, Oct. 26, at 2 a.m., and when the owner returned at 6…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Hesperia man was arrested for felonious assault Saturday, Nov. 2, shortly after 6 p.m. in the 4700 block of South Maple Island Road, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The suspect may have brandished an “edged weapon,” said…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A shed valued at $12,000 was reported stolen from the 2300 block of South 64th Avenue on Halloween morning Thursday, Oct. 31. The 12-by-24 foot shed has tan vinyl siding, a green metal roof and a built-in loft, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. A witness observed an early 1990s Chevrolet pickup truck with a flatbed hauling…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Tuesday, Nov. 5 will be your final opportunity to vote in the 2024 General Election. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oceana County Press will report on unofficial results when they become available to us from the Oceana County Clerk’s Office. OCP’s concentration will be to report the results of local…
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