Burmeister named to Michigan Tech Dean’s List HOUGHTON, Mich. — Shelby High School 2019 graduate Katelyn Burmeister was recently named to the Dean’s List at Michigan Technological University during the fall 2023 semester for receiving a 4.00 GPA. Burmeister, who is a senior at Michigan Tech, is majoring in mechanical engineering.
Pirates Paradise Playground to get major upgrade Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The nearly 30-year-old wooden portion of the Spitler Elementary School playground will be replaced soon thanks to the hard work of the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. The wooden structure was built…
Betty Jean Castleberry, 94, of Hart, died on Friday, January 12, 2024. Arrangements by Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Hesperia. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. 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…
Public Bid Notice: City of Ludington Stump Grinding Contract The City of Ludington is accepting bids for 2024 Stump Grinding contract. Please indicate per stump cost to remove 110-120 stumps and detail any additional fees. Submit bid in writing, with the name of your company, contact person, address, phone number and email address. Place bid in a sealed envelope marked “Stump…
Several factors go into making school snow day decision West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Over the past week, parents, students, and school staff have experienced the seasonal northern Michigan tradition of school closings. The first school closing of the season took place…
HPD news, posted Jan. 18, 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, Jan. 11, 2024: 11:20 a.m., parking complaint, East Main and State streets, City of Hart. 3 p.m., wellbeing check, 300 block of Lincoln Street, City of…
Inmate allegedly brought fentanyl into jail and delivered it to another inmate who nearly died Travis Michael Gale of Oceana County faces four felony charges in connection to the incident LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old Oceana County man who is a habitual offender faces multiple charges for allegedly bringing fentanyl into the Mason County Jail and furnishing it to another inmate…
Fabricating Frosty in felt form By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Although our area is just digging out from this winter’s first significant snowfall, some folks in Pentwater were making snowmen weeks ago when there was no snow. How? They are members of the Pentwater Artisan Learning Center who attended a felted snowman class taught by fellow member Corlene…
Police news, posted Jan. 17, 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: Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024: 10:26 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 29-year-old Hart woman was arrested for domestic violence, 3400 block of North 120th Avenue, Elbridge Township. She…
Rash of break-ins reported in Oceana County OCEANA COUNTY — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating multiple break-ins involving thefts of high-priced items, such as jet skis, a snowmobile, a riding lawn mower and power tools. A breaking and entering to a pole barn was reported Monday, Jan. 8, shortly after 9 a.m. in the 1400 block of West…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Jan. 17, 2024 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Brandon Michael Branch, 32, of 1903 Beechwood Dr., Mears; two counts failure to register as a sex offender. Preliminary exam: Jan. 23 at 1 p.m. Bail: $10/cash. (Low bail amount due to the defendant being incarcerated in prison.)…
Hart Community Performing Arts Series presents matinee concert Jan. 28 HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series season continues Sunday, Jan. 28, at 3 p.m. with a concert by Julien Labro and Cesar Garabini in the Hart Public Schools auditorium located in the middle school. The artists originally scheduled to appear are unable to due to a medical situation,…
Closings and cancellations, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Tuesday, Jan. 16. Please check this post for updates. Schools Baldwin Community School Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area Public Schools Manistee Area Public Schools Mason County Central Schools, including Victory Early Childhood…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Jan. 16, 2024 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Edward Harry Holladay, 55, of 3760 N. 104th Ave., Hart, pleaded guilty Jan. 9 to operating while impaired and was sentenced to two days suspended jail with credit for two days served; six months probation; Alcohol Highway Safety Education;…
Winter weather advisory extended until Wednesday at 11 a.m. The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has extended a winter weather advisory until Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 11 a.m. Counties impacted include: Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent and Allegan. A “hazardous weather outlook” includes Oceana, Mason, Muskegon, Newaygo, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Mecosta, Isabella, Montcalm, Gratiot, Ottawa, Kent, Ionia, Clinton, Allegan, Barry,…
Rothbury OKs EF through 2035 Permit now allows for 70,000 attendees ROTHBURY — It looks like the hugely-popular Electric Forest Festival is here to stay for at least another dozen years. The Rothbury Village Council recently approved extending the mass gathering permit for the music festival that takes place at the end of June at the Double JJ Resort through…
Closings and cancellations, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Tuesday, Jan. 16. Please check this post for updates. School and Youth Athletics Mason County Central vs. Shelby High School boys basketball games West Shore Wolves 6U, 8U and 10U practices at West Shore Community Ice Arena Community Events and Organizations Baldwin Community Schools…
Employment Opportunity: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Starting Salary: $67,041.02 and benefits package Location: Mason County Courthouse, 304 E. Ludington Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431 Job Description: Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Assistant, reviews and authorizes request for warrants, determines the appropriate charge, presents criminal cases in the District and Circuit Court as well as Family Court and Probate…
Winter weather advisory extended until 1 p.m. Tuesday The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids extended a winter weather advisory until 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16. Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa and Allegan counties are included in the advisory area. Expect more lake effect snow with additional snow accumulations of 1-3 inches. “Arctic air will result in wind chills in the -10…
WSCC hosts robotics competition WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College recently hosted the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) robotics competition season kickoff. The competition brought together 10 local schools, engaging over 100 students, coaches, and mentors. Hosting the…
Cure your cabin fever at Pentwater Winterfest PENTWATER — With Oceana County buried in heavy snow, plan to get out of hibernation and celebrate Pentwater Winterfest the second and third Saturdays in February. “Get rid of your winter blues, and come enjoy Pentwater’s annual Winterfest,” event organizers stated. “Year after year, both local residents and visitors come to our winter…
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