‘At one residence he was trying to gain entry into, he was met with the homeowner who defended the residence with a firearm.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old Newaygo man who was in an apparent drug-induced delusional state while on a break-in crime spree remains hospitalized for multiple cuts and gashes he suffered while breaking…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Juvenile culprits involved in two separate vandalism cases have been caught, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. A 15-year-old Shelby girl and a 16-year-old Shelby boy allegedly spray painted graffiti on 18 school buses at Shelby Public Schools and vandalized nearby Getty Park, said Sheriff Mast. “She’s an absolute hell on wheels,”…
HART — There is still time to make an appointment for free tax preparation at two Oceana County sites. If your household income is less than $66,000, call 211 to schedule an appointment through Goodwill’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Tax preparation sites are at Hart City Hall, 407 S. State St., on Thursdays from 2-6 p.m. through April…
Notice to Bidders: Mason County Road Commission 2024 HMA Surfacing Program Click here for more details. This is a paid posting. Posted until March 25, 2024.
Paisley Ann Oomen, the daughter of Alyssa Gillis and Jacob Oomen of Hart, was born on Thursday, March 14, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Help us to keep posting birth announcements. Support local journalism. Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you…
Road commission employee retires from career that began in 1969 HART — An icon with the Oceana County Road Commission is taking a new route — retirement. Sandra Griffin started working at the Oceana County Road Commission in 1969. She worked there for a year and then went to work for Michigan State University from the end of 1969 to…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — Three fire departments were dispatched to 265 East Tyler Road between 112th and 116th avenues for a trailer fire Wednesday, March 13, shortly before 8 p.m. Fortunately, no one was living in the trailer and it was going to be torn down anyway, said Walkerville Fire Chief Al Purdy. “It was an…
OCP is working in conjunction with Oceana County Animal Friends to help find homes for the cats OCAF rescues and cares for. Please share this post to help Mia find the loving home she deserves. “If you love to gaze into gorgeous green eyes, Mia is your girl! She came to our shelter very pregnant almost exactly a year ago.…
Wanda Ellen Bradford, formerly of Ludington, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 6, 2024. She was born the daughter of Dwight and Clair Bradford, in Muskegon, on July 24, 1941. Wanda spent her early years in Hill City, South Dakota. The family returned to Michigan and Wanda attended Hart High School. She was very strong in her faith. She loved nature…
William “Bill” Landon Bluhm, 90, of Pentwater, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He was born June 8, 1933, the son of William and Katheryn (Klaiber) Bluhm. Bill grew up in the community of River Rouge. After graduating high school, Bill enlisted and served a four-year tour in the U.S. Navy. During his service, a portion was spent…
Notice to Bidders: Abandoned Vehicle, Oceana County Sheriff’s Office The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is auctioning off the following vehicle which can be inspected at Eagle Towing’s Montague location, 10255 Old US Hwy 31, Montague, MI 49437 during normal business hours: 2021 Volvo VNL Tractor 4V4NC9EHXMN276151 Please call 231-894-5424 for inspection questions Submit sealed bids in person to the…
ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — Fire departments were dispatched to 265 East Tyler Road near 112th Avenue for a trailer fire Wednesday, March 13, shortly before 8 p.m.
Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. WALKERVILLE — Spring is in the air, and the Walkerville Wildcats are celebrating the season with a Spring Fling dance in the small gym Saturday, March 16. Presented by Walkerville Student Council, the elementary portion of the event is set for 3-5 p.m., and the…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — The Hart Middle School Drama Club presents Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland,” premiering Thursday, March 14, in the middle school auditorium. Show times are the following: Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 14-16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 17, at 2 p.m. Tickets…
$1,000 reward offered for info leading to conviction SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A vandal or vandals smashed the glass of a brand new basketball backboard at the new Shelby Township Park. “This is a real shame as this park is really going to be a gem for Oceana County, and the backboard is so new that I doubt that even one…
The Pentwater Lake Association is offering the Mary Suzanne Richey Memorial Scholarship to high school seniors who have a concern for clean water resources and have participated in environmental projects. Application forms have been distributed to all Oceana County high schools, and home-schooled high school seniors are also eligible to apply. The application requires a list of the student’s relevant…
Employment: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; 2 years experience preferred. 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…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — The Pentwater Village Council voted 5-2 to terminate Village Manager Chris Brown’s contract without cause at the end of a regular meeting Monday evening, March 11. “My contract was terminated by a vote of the council without cause — so there is no reason,” said Brown in a phone interview Tuesday. “Technically, right…
Senior Resources of West Michigan, the area agency on aging for Muskegon, Ottawa, and Oceana counties, would like to hear your input. The organization will hold a public hearing Tuesday, April 16, at 3 p.m. “to listen to the comments and opinions of older adults and caregivers regarding plans for service provision outlined in the Annual Implementation Plan for the period…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Historical Society will unveil a 9-foot model of the USS Sequoia this summer. A grant from Michigan Humanities will help fund the completion of a scale model of the presidential yacht, which was in service to the nation from 1935 until 1977. The yacht, nicknamed the “Floating Oval Office,” was sold by the U.S. government as…
CLAYBANKS TOWNSHIP — Webster Road between 40th and 44th avenues is scheduled to be closed for road maintenance Tuesday, March 12, between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes. Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month. Thank you for reading Mason County…
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