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Employment: On-Site Manufacturing Engineering Manager

September 27, 2025

Employment: On-Site Manufacturing Engineering Manager Business Focus: Aluminum Value Stream Job Description: This role leads a dynamic team of engineers and maintenance professionals in a fast-paced, innovation-driven manufacturing environment. It combines strategic process optimization, capital planning, and cost-saving initiatives with hands-on technical expertise in aluminum manufacturing. Through strong leadership and project execution, you’ll drive long-term operational success while shaping the future of…

Beautifying Pirate Nation

September 26, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Jaykob Gallop, a 2014 Hart High School graduate, has found his dream job as head of grounds at Hart Public Schools, and the school property has never looked better. Thanks to Gallop’s hard work coupled with technology, the…

HPD report, published Sept. 26, 2025

September 26, 2025

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, Sept. 18, 2025: 12:18 p.m., found property, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart. 3:38 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. Friday, Sept. 19, 2025: 12:30…

Obituary: Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart

September 26, 2025

Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born October 10, 1941, in Troy, Ohio, the son of Earl and Marguerite (Shroyer) Snider. Larry grew up in Clark County, Ohio on a 500 acre grain farm near South Charleston, where his father, Earl, was a sharecropper.…

Oceana County Road Commission receives 3 state awards

September 25, 2025

OCRC has the lowest injury rate in the state in its payroll class. HART — The Oceana County Road Commission received three statewide safety awards this week from the County Road Association Self Insurance Fund (CRASIF). CRASIF is the worker’s compensation/liability pool for 72 of the road commissions in Michigan. The first award is the Goose Egg award for zero…

Oceana residents invited to participate in chemical exposure monitoring program

September 24, 2025

Participants will get a $75 gift card as a thank you for their time LANSING – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is asking Michigan residents in Oceana and Mason counties to join the Michigan Chemical Exposure Monitoring (MiChEM) program. The MiChEM program started in 2022 and is an ongoing statewide effort to gather data on the amount…

Helping Hands Food Pantry receives grant for fresh produce

September 24, 2025

ROTHBURY — The Rothbury Community Church Helping Hands Food Pantry, in collaboration with District Health Department #10 and the Centers for Disease Control’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program, have received a $2,500 grant from the Great Lakes Energy People Fund. This funding will be used to purchase fresh produce for pantry clients, helping ensure that local…

Obituary: Willard ‘Lee’ Harvey, 88, of Elbridge

September 24, 2025

Willard Leroy “Lee” Harvey, 88, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 22, 2025. He was born December 29, 1936, in Dearborn, the son of Robert and Alice (Mongeau) Harvey. Lee was a devoted member of the Elbridge Community Church, where he not only worshiped but also dedicated countless hours to volunteering and supporting the church’s fundraising efforts. He built his…

Obituary: Dr. John Persson, 71, of Pentwater

September 24, 2025

Dr. John Craig Persson, 71, of Pentwater, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Born on June 15, 1954, John, affectionately known as “Dino” by many, was the son of the late Clarence J. and Shirley M. (Newton) Persson. He graduated from Grosse Pointe North High School in 1972 and went on to earn his undergraduate degree…

Men caught stealing fruit return to pay farmer

September 23, 2025

BENONA TOWNSHIP — Two men who allegedly stole fruit from a fruit stand returned and paid the farmer, resulting in no charges being pressed against the suspects, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The men were observed in a white pickup truck with a trailer stealing $75 worth of fruit in the 900 block of South 32nd Avenue Saturday, Sept.…

Hart High School celebrates homecoming next week

September 23, 2025

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Hart High School’s homecoming events will kick off Sunday, Sept, 28, with the annual powderpuff games starting at 6 p.m. at the football field. The homecoming theme this year is “Around the World.” Spirit week will begin Monday, Sept. 29, when students will…

Shelby completes major road improvements

September 23, 2025

SHELBY — The Village of Shelby announced that over 10 miles of road work have been completed in two years, covering more than 70 percent of the village’s entire road network. “As the 2025 road construction season comes to a close, the Shelby community is proud to reflect on the remarkable progress made in improving the quality and durability of…

School bus safety PSA featuring NASCAR driver originated locally

September 23, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — A new school bus safety campaign has its origins at the West Shore Educational Service District. A public service announcement video featuring NASCAR driver Ryan Preece will talk about the…

US 31 lane closures in effect near Shelby

September 23, 2025

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Lane closures for road work are in effect until 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, on northbound US 31 between Shelby and Pierce roads, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. _____________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to…

Police news, published Sept. 23, 2025

September 23, 2025

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, Sept. 17, 2025: 3:20 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 41-year-old Muskegon man was arrested on a warrant, US 31 near M 20, Shelby Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. 12:07…

Local paramedics honored at Capitol

September 22, 2025

Lansing – The life-saving work of local EMS providers were recognized last week at the state Capitol by the Michigan Association of Ambulance Services. The recognition was part of the biennial Stars of Life ceremony, which celebrates the contributions of ambulance practitioners who go above and beyond the call of duty in service to their communities or the EMS profession.…

Suspect flees from deputies on crotch rocket

September 19, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A suspect believed to be a male fled from Oceana County sheriff’s deputies on a “crotch rocket” style motorcycle Wednesday evening, Sept. 17, said Sgt. Jeremy Swihart. The chase began around 8:30 p.m. on Maple Island Road, and the suspect…

Obituary: Barbara Ann Favre, 82, of Pentwater

September 19, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann (Schissler) Favre, 82, of Pentwater. Barbara died Thursday, September 18, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 3, 1943, in Chicago, the daughter of Stephen and Josephine (Mandl) Schissler. Barbara was married to Richard Favre for 56 years. Barbara and Richard met…

Obituary: Vincent Paul Greiner, 69, of Hart

September 19, 2025

Vincent Paul Greiner, 69, of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. He was born October 13, 1955, in Hart, to John and Agnes Greiner. He was the sixth of 11 children and had several fond memories of growing up in a large household. Vincent was in the National Honor Society at Hart High School, graduating in 1973, and…

Downtown Hart to host full weekend of arts, music, cycling Oct. 4–5

September 18, 2025

HART – Downtown Hart will be buzzing with activity the weekend of Oct. 4–5, 2025, as the community celebrates three major events: the Fourth Annual ArtWalk, the Fourth Annual HartPrize, and the Second Annual Ride Around Home cycling event. Together, these events highlight Hart’s thriving arts community, local talent, and love of the outdoors. ArtWalk | Saturday, Oct. 4, from…

HPD report, published Sept. 18, 2025

September 18, 2025

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025: 8:48 a.m., motorist assist, East Main and State streets, City of Hart. 3:02 p.m., driving complaint, West Main and Peach streets, City of Hart. 12:37 p.m., motorist assist, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 5:58 p.m., noise complaint, 400 block of Griswold Street, City…