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Historical marker to be dedicated Aug. 10 By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor BENONA TOWNSHIP — Oceana County’s fourth Michigan historical marker will be dedicated Saturday, Aug. 10, at 11 a.m. at Blackberry Ridge across the road from Cherry Point Farm and Market, 9600 West Buchanan Road. “The ceremony will celebrate the history of the early settlement and the pioneering families…
Carol (Larson) Kistler, 71, of Pentwater, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born February 1, 1953, in Ludington, to Wilton and Muriel Larson. On July 28, 1973, Carol married the love of her life, Mike Kistler, in Pentwater. Carol worked at the Oceana Medical Care Facility in Hart, for 34 years. …
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of an E-Z-GO brand golf cart valued at $2,000. The golf cart was reported stolen from the 4400 block of North 198th Avenue. It is green in color with a tan…
BENONA TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the larceny theft of a NCM brand electric bicycle valued at $2,000, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The bike was reported stolen from the Benona Township Park, also called the Stony Lake Oval, Friday, Aug. 2, shortly after 10:30 p.m. The black and blue colored bike has decals that…
GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 2-month-old baby boy, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The sheriff’s office responded to Trinity Health Shelby Hospital Saturday, Aug. 3, shortly after 6:30 a.m. for an infant who died at a home on Spencer Road in the Silver Lake area, said Sheriff Mast. An autopsy…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — A 42-year-old Indianapolis, Indiana man was arrested by Michigan State Police troopers after he allegedly hit a patrol car with his vehicle and fled the scene at the Dollar General parking lot on Monroe Road Friday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m., according to MSP Trooper Larry Andres of the Hart post. The suspect surrendered shortly after pulling…
Employment: Bus Driver West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. Must meet school bus driver state certification requirements. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org…
Employment: Guest Teacher/Instructional Assistant Mason County Central Schools is seeking a Middle School/High School Guest Teacher/Middle School Instructional Assistant. This position is for a staff member who will be asked to cover any staff shortages in the Middle School or High School. When not needed to cover a teacher’s classroom, the person will be asked to offer paraprofessional assistance and…
NEW ERA — Musician/singer/songwriter Chad Thompson of Paw Paw will perform at the next New Era Farmers’ Market Tuesday, Aug. 13. Chad, who is worship leader at Haven Church, has been performing throughout the Midwest for over 30 years. He plays country, classic rock, oldies, modern hits, gospel and more. He is a seasoned piano player and vocalist and also…
MaryAnn Boynton Henkle, 93, passed away peacefully in her loving family’s arms on July 25, 2024, in Auburn, Cali., after an extraordinary life. She was born May 18, 1931, to Melbourne Wells Boynton and Mary Smalley Boynton in Chicago. Although her military family moved to numerous locations in her first 13 years, she loved spending every summer at magical Little…
Employment: Teacher positions, Pentwater Public Schools Full-Time Elementary Special Education Resource Room Teacher (K-6th) Full-Time Secondary Math/Science Teacher (7th-12th) Qualifications: Appropriate Michigan certification and licensure for both positions; will accept a math only endorsement for the secondary math/science position Duties to begin: Fall of the 2024/2025 school year Application process: Send letter of interest, resume and credentials to Craig Barter, Superintendent,…
Peterson Farms Family of Companies, headquartered in the Shelby area, has acquired King Brands, LLC. “The Peterson family is pleased to announce the addition of King Brands, LLC, to the Peterson Farms Family of Companies,” states a Peterson Farms press release. “King Brands supplies shelf-stable juices in aseptic liter boxes and in cups or pouches. The products, which require no…
COLFAX TOWNSHIP — Two passengers in a minivan were injured in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday, July 30, at 4:20 p.m. on East Madison Road near 168th Avenue, according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The driver, who is a 25-year-old Hart man, was cited for driving without a license, according to the report. The man was driving a…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the inaugural National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 4-8 p.m. at Shelby Township Community Park on West Buchanan Road. “Everyone is invited to this event,” stated Undersheriff Ryan Schiller. “Come to meet, engage and interact with our public safety personnel.” “National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, July 18, 2024: 12:29 a.m., mental health complaint, 300 block of North Griswold Street, City of Hart. 4:50 a.m., assist the Hart Area Fire Department, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 9:51 a.m., found property, 500 block of Lincoln Street, City of Hart. 10:19 a.m., suspicious…
Employment: Head Start Teacher, Shelby Early Childhood Center This is a paid posting. Posted until Aug. 15, 2024
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — When Hart High School students return to classes Sept. 3, they will be amazed by a massive 8.5-by-16 foot LED wall in the gym. In addition to the huge one on the east side of the gym, there…
SHELBY — A major road construction project that began at the start of summer is now complete. The Oceana County Road Commission announced Tuesday, July 30, that the Shelby Road construction project is done. “Shelby Road from 64th Avenue to Michigan Avenue/Oceana Drive is open,” states an OCRC notice. “The US 31 north and southbound ramps are also open.” __________________________________________…
Departments seeking millage increases Aug. 6 By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor GRANT TOWNSHIP — Shelby-Benona and Grant Township fire departments recently unveiled a new inflatable house that will be used as a valuable education tool in fire prevention. Shelby-Benona Fire Chief Jack White proposed the idea of obtaining a bounce house for the kids for fire prevention open houses and…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Adam Blake Riddell, 34, of 3417 N. 72nd Ave., Hart, pleaded guilty May 21, 2024 to stealing/retaining a financial transaction device and was sentenced July 22, 2024 to 19 days in jail with credit for 19 days served; one year probation;…
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