Shelby woman injured after car hits tree

February 15, 2024

Shelby woman injured after car hits tree SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 29-year-old Shelby woman sought treatment at Trinity Health Shelby Hospital after her car hit a tree in snowy conditions on Shelby Road near 88th Avenue Tuesday, Feb. 13, shortly before 8 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The 2007 Honda CR-V she was driving “was…

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Closings and cancellations, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024

February 15, 2024

Closings and cancellations, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Thursday, Feb. 15. Please check this post for updates. Schools Hart Public Schools Pentwater Public Schools

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Obituary: Raymond Warner, 91, of Pentwater

February 15, 2024

Obituary: Raymond Warner, 91, of Pentwater Raymond LeRoy Warner, 91, of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Ray was born on December 12, 1932, the son of the late Samuel and Bertha (Schumaker) Warner. On May 27, 1978, he married Janet (Bier) Warner. They shared 45 years of marriage together. Ray was employed by Jackson Vibrators/Pandrol Jackson, working…

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Employment Opportunity: Cook, Shelby Public Schools

February 15, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Cook, Shelby Public Schools This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 15 to March 1, 2024

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Winter weather advisory issued for Thursday morning

February 14, 2024

Winter weather advisory issued for Thursday morning The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a winter weather advisory for several counties, including Oceana County, from 4-11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15. Total snow accumulations of 3-6 inches are expected. “The snow will be heavy at times with rates possibly reaching an inch per hour,” states NWS. “It will be…

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Employment Opportunity: Building Principal, Onekama Consolidated Schools

February 14, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Building Principal, Onekama Consolidated Schools This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 14 to March 21, 2024

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Q&A with VA scheduled in Ludington, Hart

February 13, 2024

Q&A with VA scheduled in Ludington, Hart Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will be in Ludington and Hart for three question and answer sessions. Times and locations are as follows: Thursday, Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ludington Area Senior Center, 308 S. Rowe St., Ludington Thursday, Feb. 15, 4 to 7 p.m., American Legion Post…

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Employment Opportunity: Mechanic

February 13, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Mechanic U-Win Motorsports seeks an experienced full time mechanic specializing in motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs and marine units. Wages will be based on experience. Work week is Monday through Friday. U-Win Motorsports, located at 2284 W. US 10, Ludington, is a family owned business. Submit resumes to dan@uwinmotorsports.com or deliver it in person to our store. Call 231-757-8946 with questions.…

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Shelby band students advance to state solo and ensemble

February 12, 2024

Shelby band students advance to state solo and ensemble CADILLAC — Five soloists from Shelby High School competed in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSOBA) solo and ensemble Saturday, Feb. 10, and three of them are advancing to the state level.  “It was a great event, and three of our Shelby students — Kevin Pineda (trumpet), Kasey Oberlin…

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HPD news, posted Feb. 12, 2024

February 12, 2024

HPD news, posted Feb. 12, 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, Feb. 1, 2024: 3:36 p.m., car/deer crash, 400 block of State Street, City of Hart. 7:48 p.m., suspicious situation, 500 block of Union Street, City of…

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Mast seeks 3rd term as sheriff

February 12, 2024

Mast seeks 3rd term as sheriff HART — Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast recently announced that he is seeking a third term as sheriff. Mast said he has filed his paperwork with the Oceana County Clerk for his re-election. He was elected sheriff in 2016.  Mast, 54, has been with the sheriff’s office for 30 years, first serving as a…

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Police news, posted Feb. 12, 2024

February 12, 2024

Police news, posted Feb. 12, 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: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024: 4:36 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 45-year-old Hart woman was cited for operating without insurance, Stony Lake Road and US 31, Shelby Township. Thursday,…

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Employment Opportunity: WSCC Vice President of Administrative Services

February 12, 2024

Employment Opportunity: WSCC Vice President of Administrative Services West Shore Community College seeks an individual to provide project leadership to, and on behalf of the President. In addition to this, The Vice President of Administrative Services is responsible for cross-functional collaboration in providing strategic leadership for administrative services, and collaborates with college leadership on short- and long-term institutional planning. The ideal candidate will bring senior…

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Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist Intern

February 12, 2024

Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist Intern West Shore Educational Service District has position vacancies for School Psychologist Interns with a current and valid School Psychologist limited license certificate from the Michigan Department of Education required or the ability to obtain certification in Michigan upon the completion of their graduate school psychologist program. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit…

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Obituary: Marlene Monton, 87, of Ludington, formerly of Pentwater

February 12, 2024

Obituary: Marlene Monton, 87, of Ludington, formerly of Pentwater Marlene J. Monton, 87, of Ludington, formerly of The Villages of Florida, and Pentwater, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. Marlene was the eldest of five children born to John and Nellie Jorissen.  She married the love of her life Charles Monton, enjoying…

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Rapa announces candidacy for probate judge

February 11, 2024

Rapa announces candidacy for probate judge HART — Attorney Anna Rapa recently announced that she has filed the necessary petitions and affidavits with the Oceana County clerk to put her name on the ballot for Oceana County probate judge in the Nov. 5, 2024 general election. “I am really excited to begin my campaign — to get out into the…

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Bizon to seek 4th term as prosecutor

February 11, 2024

Bizon to seek 4th term as prosecutor HART — Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon announced recently that he is seeking a fourth term in the general election, Nov. 5, 2024. “On January 10, I formally filed the paperwork to seek re-election as the Oceana County prosecutor,” said Bizon. “If elected this will be my fourth term as prosecutor. I have…

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Jury finds man guilty of meth possession after 20 minutes of deliberation

February 9, 2024

Jury finds man guilty of meth possession after 20 minutes of deliberation HART — It took a jury just 20 minutes Thursday, Feb. 8, to reach a guilty verdict for a 52-year-old man on trial for a felony of methamphetamine possession. Juan Cabrero will be sentenced, March 18. “This was a relatively short trial that was tried in one day,”…

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West Shore Bank to offer scholarships

February 9, 2024

West Shore Bank to offer scholarships LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank will award six Making a Difference Scholarships this year to students who are pursuing higher education. Each scholarship will be $1,000. The program is designed to recognize outstanding achievements and provide financial assistance to students who demonstrate exemplary dedication to their academic goals. “Whether students plan to attend college,…

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CTE program asking for public feedback

February 9, 2024

CTE program asking for public feedback West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — When you think about Career and Technical Education what comes to your mind? The leaders of West Shore Educational Service District’s CTE program want to…

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Recent births, posted Feb. 9, 2024

February 9, 2024

Recent births, posted Feb. 9, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Selena Flor Valenzuela-Gonzalez, the daughter of Alina Gonzalez-Mendoza and Edgar Flores of Walkerville, was born on Friday, February 9, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births   Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…

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