Students learn about skilled trades careers GRAND RAPIDS — Shelby and Hart high school students learned about careers in electrical, automotive, construction and welding trades during a visit to the Grand Rapids Community College MTEC (Michigan Technical Education Center) and the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, Dec. 4. A total of 22 students from Hart and Shelby went…
Shelby to unveil new elementary school Saturday Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — The community will get a look at Shelby Public Schools’ new $19 million elementary school building located along Oceana Drive north of the high school during a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday, Dec. 16, beginning at 9…
Hart man sentenced to probation in child trafficking case Convictions are under review by appeals court By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — One of three men arrested in a child trafficking sting operation last August was sentenced to five years probation in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Dec. 12. Steven Wayne Volpp, 58, of Hart, pleaded guilty to a felony…
Obituary: Milton ‘Bud’ Olson, Jr., 83, of Mears Milton “Bud” Carl Olson Jr., 83, of Mears, passed away at home Friday, December 8, 2023. He was born June 18, 1940, to Milton C. Olson Sr. and Nora Ann Calcutt, in Bay City, Michigan. A gifted musician with a natural ear, he lived a life full of music and loved to share…
Recent births, posted Dec. 12, 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: Poppy…
Obituary: Alfred Bouda, 87, of Pentwater Alfred “Al” Loren Bouda, 87, of Pentwater, formerly of Royal Oak, passed away at home on Monday December 11, 2023. Al was born December 15, 1935, the son of Fredrick and Zella (Fuller) Bouda. Al was a graduate from Royal Oak High School and went on to attend Tri-State University, earning a bachelor of…
Alfred “Al” Loren Bouda, 87, of Pentwater, died on Monday, December 11, 2023. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing of 2018 deaths. Listing of 2017 deaths. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County…
Walkerville students are published authors Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Students in Mandy Achterhof’s third, fourth and fifth grade English and language arts classes are published authors. Each class published its own book through studentreasures.com with each student creating one page. The third…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Onekama Consolidated Schools is hiring an Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent beginning in February, 2024. Ideal candidates shall possess a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail, customer service mindset, organizational skills, ability to work unsupervised and be a team player. Experience with accounts payable/accounts receivables, Microsoft Office, Google, Quickbooks, and website experience…
Pentwater Junior Women’s Club announces funding projects PENTWATER — Pentwater Junior Women’s Club announces projects funded in 2023, which include: Purchase of a 3D printer for the Pentwater Schools coding classroom, helping students understand 3D technologies, design and simulation; application engineering, process and materials; data preparation skills; machine operation; post-processing and surface finishing; and definition of quality. Michigan Dunes Chapter…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Dec. 7, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Kerri Lynn Timmer, 35, pleaded guilty Oct. 23, 2023 to prisoner in possession of contraband and was sentenced Dec. 4, 2023 to one to five years in prison with credit for 94 days served in jail and $198 in…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; two 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…
Lisa Parker retires from 43 year career at Shelby State Bank SHELBY – Shelby State Bank has announced that long-time local banker Lisa Parker will be retiring on December 31. Parker joined Shelby State Bank in December 1980. She progressed through several roles from teller and customer service representative to loan clerk before becoming a bank officer in 1991. She…
Employment Opportunity: Deputy Treasurer Pere Marquette Charter Township is accepting resumes for a full time Deputy Treasurer position. Primary duties include customer service, receipting and reconciling daily incoming monies, assisting with tax preparation and collection, along with various other duties. Accounting experience is preferred, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. Applicants with prior municipal experience and have BS&A…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Dec. 5, 2023 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Darrell Lee Rader II, 31, of 5247 168th Ave., Hesperia; assault with a dangerous weapon and felony firearm. Preliminary exam: Dec. 12 at 1 p.m. Bail: $100,000/personal recognizance. Lucas Antonio Gonzales, 42, of 414 S. Dryden St., Hart;…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Dec. 5, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Tamera Ann Race, 54, of 373 Elm St. Shelby, pleaded guilty Nov. 28, 2023 to second-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); Victim…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Dec. 5, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Billy Jo Miel, 43, pleaded guilty June 26, 2023 to uttering and publishing a state warrant and was sentenced Nov. 6, 2023 to 128 days in jail with credit for 128 days served and $198 in fines and…
Obituary: Richard Page, 86, of Pentwater Richard Burton Page, 86, of Pentwater, formally of Flushing, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Richard, lovingly known as Dick or Gabby, was born on June 16, 1937, the son of the late Burton and Loraine (Spitler) Page. In 1955, Dick graduated from Hart High School. He went on to further his education…
Hart Baptist hosts live nativity Dec. 15 and 16 HART — First Baptist Church of Hart invites the community to its Christmas season events, kicking off with a live nativity Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16, from 6-8 p.m. at the Hart Commons. The event, called “The Nativity Experience” offers an opportunity for community members to celebrate the season…
Letter to the Editor: Should Pentwater residents trust the MML? Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Oceana County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to OCP’s…
Police report, posted Dec. 4, 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 Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023: 10:57 a.m., a 44-year-old Hesperia man was cited for driving while license suspended (DWLS), US 31 near Polk Road, Hart Township. 11:47…
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