Invest in Oceana’s future through the community foundation’s $25,000 challenge match Deadline is Dec. 31, 2023 Through the generosity of an anonymous donor, the Oceana Community Foundation launched a $25,000 challenge match through the end of the year. Gifts to the community investment fund or the administrative fund will be matched, creating double the impact in Oceana County. “The challenge…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Dec. 28, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Colin Ray Bush, 39, pleaded guilty Nov. 6, 2023 to assault with a dangerous weapon and domestic violence and was sentenced Dec. 11, 2023 to six months in jail with credit for 82 days served; 18 months probation; and…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Dec. 28, 2023 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Rita Maria Huerta, 29, of 3300 E. Buchanan Rd., Shelby; felonious assault. Preliminary exam: Jan. 2 at 1 p.m. Bail: $50,000/personal recognizance (PR). Charge dismissed Jan. 16. Kaelyb Lee Moses, 19, of 5415 E. Skeels Rd., Holton; fleeing…
Police news, posted Dec. 27, 2023 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. Friday, Dec. 22, 2023: 9:58 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 40-year-old Montague man was arrested on a failure to appear warrant and for driving while license suspended (DWLS), Oceana Drive and Webster Road, Grant Township. He was…
Wrong-way driver on US 31 arrested for ‘super drunk driving’ The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. A 42-year-old New Era woman was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies Friday, Dec. 22, shortly after 5:30 p.m. for “super drunk driving” (operating with a high blood alcohol content) after driving the…
Obituary: William Koch, 87, of Norton Shores, formerly of Hart William “Bill” Richard Koch, known also as “Red”, 87, of Norton Shores, formerly of Hart, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023, at his home. He was born November 26, 1936, in Chicago, the son of William P. and Margaret (Freideck) Koch. Bill retired in 1992 after 37 years of service…
Sharon Bell Shaw, 76, of Kalamazoo, formally of Pentwater, died on Sunday, December 24, 2023. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Pentwater Baptist Church at 2 p.m. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. at the church. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing…
Employment Opportunity: MCE Varsity Softball Coach Mason County Eastern is accepting applications for Varsity Softball Coach. Send resume and letter of interest to Paul Shoup, 18 South Main Street Custer MI 49405 or pshou@mceschools.com This is a paid posting. Posted Dec. 26, 2023 to Jan. 10, 2024.
Employment Opportunity: CTE Paraprofessionals West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for two Career & Technical Education Paraprofessionals: Criminal Justice Graphic Arts High School diploma required, Associate’s degree preferred; two years experience working in 1) Criminal Justice or 2) Graphic Arts. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and…
HPD news, posted Dec. 22, 2023 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: Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023: 10:04 am., fraud complaint, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart. 10:35 a.m., family trouble, 100 block of Water Street, City of…
Pentwater’s cherished noon whistle returns to ring in new year By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — The Pentwater Artisan Learning Center’s 275 members are a mix of both skilled folks who enjoy creating things and teaching others, and neophytes wanting to learn. One of the PALC’s experienced members is Harry Brodbeck of Pentwater. He was a welder as a…
City seeks buyer of iconic church HART — After 155 years, the Congregational United Church is closing its doors. Now, the City of Hart Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) has ownership of the church, located at 408 S. State St., and is looking for a buyer. The property includes three buildings: a traditional cathedral-ceiling church with a basement and kitchen;…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Dec. 21, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Nicholas Thomas Gale, 32, of 121 S. Winter St., Hesperia, pleaded guilty Dec. 7 to fraudulent use of a public utility under $500 and was sentenced to $2,100 in restitution. One felony count of fraudulent use of a public…
News alert: Shed fire in Ferry FERRY TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from Ferry Township, Walkerville and Hesperia departments were dispatched to a shed fire at 2500 East Warren Road Thursday, Dec. 21, shortly after 10 a.m. Command reported that the fire was quickly extinguished.
Portion of 144th Avenue closed Thursday FERRY TOWNSHIP — A portion of 144th Avenue between Garfield Road and M 20 is scheduled to be closed for road maintenance until 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes.
Recent births, posted Dec. 21, 2023 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 help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Estrella…
Obituary: Eileen Griffis, 89, of Pentwater Eileen Ruth Griffis, 89, of Pentwater, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at her home. She was born January 4, 1934, in Iowa, the daughter of Nick and Wilhelmina (Ruisch) Spykerman. On June 23, 1951, Eileen married Roy D. Griffis, in Holland; they were married…
Bernice Ann Mitteer, 81, ended her journey on Thursday, December 14, 2023, from Grinch Disease. Her heart had grown three sizes too large. Born in Hart as a proud member of the Ottawa Tribe, and well known for her artistic abilities that made her an award-winning landscape architect, Bernice turned landscapes into masterpieces, cultivating the essence of nature’s beauty. Her…
Employment Opportunity: Staff Accountant – General West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Staff Accountant-General. Bachelor’s degree and three years experience 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, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email…
Elderly woman dies from exposure to cold after falling PENTWATER — An 89-year-old Pentwater woman died from exposure to the cold last month after falling on her steps and hitting her head, according to a press release issued by Pentwater Police Chief Laude Hartrum. “Pentwater Police Department responded to a report of a deceased person on Dec. 19, 2023 in…
Police news, posted Dec. 20, 2023 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity: Friday, Dec. 15, 2023: 3:38 p.m., domestic assault, no arrests, 2000 block of South 168th Avenue, Newfield Township. 3:44 p.m., domestic assault, no arrests, 4700 block of South…
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