Public Notice: Weare Township Voters: Pentwater School District Bond Vote

April 30, 2024

Public Notice: Weare Township Voters: Pentwater School District Bond Vote This is a paid posting.

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Obituary: Barbara Yancey, 76, of Walkerville

April 30, 2024

Barbara Yancey, 76, of Walkerville, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024. She was born October 21, 1947, in Effingham, Illinois, the daughter of Jessie and Viola Cotton. Barbara is survived by: her loving husband of 52 years, James; daughter, Jennifer; sons, Patrick and James Jr.; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Barbara was a special lady who always encouraged those around…

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Wildcat sophomore breaks school discus record 

April 29, 2024

Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press.  By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Abdel Lopez, 16, is making history at Walkerville Public Schools. The sophomore broke the school discus record with a throw measuring 105 feet and 8 inches, April 24, at a West Michigan D League Jamboree hosted by Mason…

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Police news, posted April 29, 2024

April 29, 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: Monday, April 22, 2024: 10:08 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 45-year-old White Cloud man was arrested for assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and driving with an unregistered trailer, Village of Hesperia. 1 p.m., (OCSO), larceny, 8800…

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Employment Opportunity: Office Assistant, Beckman Brothers, Inc.

April 29, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Office Assistant, Beckman Brothers, Inc. Beckman Brothers, hauling and crane services, is in need of a reliable person to greet customers, take orders, and answer phones. QuickBooks data entry and other tasks as needed. Experience in QuickBooks, Word, Excel, customer service, good attention to detail and telephone skills preferred.  Competitive wages with health, dental, vision and other benefits available. Apply…

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Employment: Early Childhood Specialist

April 29, 2024

Employment: Early Childhood Specialist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Early Childhood Specialist. Master’s degree in early childhood education or child development required. 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…

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City of Hart hosts porch light vigil in Principal Moran’s memory

April 28, 2024

HART — The City of Hart is hosting a porch light vigil in memory of Hart High School Principal Troy Moran who died Saturday, April 27. The porch light vigil is set for Sunday, April 28, beginning at 8 p.m. “In good times, communities celebrate together,” states the city’s Facebook post. “In tragic times, communities mourn together. To show our…

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Hart High School Principal Troy Moran dies

April 28, 2024

‘He was a great guy, a great dad, a great person, and a great principal. This is a tremendous loss.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Hart High School Principal Troy Moran, 46, died from a heart attack Saturday, April 27.  “He was out for a run and had a heart attack,” said Hart Public Schools Superintendent Mark Platt.…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted April 26, 2024

April 26, 2024

HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Joseph Earl Tanner, 56, of 294 Pine St., Shelby, pleaded guilty April 16 to operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to one day in jail with credit for one day served; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); and $1,155 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable to the Secretary…

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Drunk driving arrest tops HPD activity

April 26, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HART — A 54-year-old New Era man was arrested by Hart police for operating while intoxicated on Oceana Drive near Harrison Road Monday, April 22, at 11:15 p.m., according to Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. The…

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Obituary: Stanley Brian Schroeder, 83, of Ludington

April 26, 2024

Stanley Brian Schroeder, 83, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Stan was born on February 6, 1941, the son of the late Loyal and Elnora (Porter) Schroeder. He was a 1959 graduate of Shelby High School, and later went on to attend Michigan Tech, earning a degree in chemistry.  On June 14, 1963, he married his sweetheart,…

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Notice to Bidders: GMC Sierra Pickup

April 26, 2024

Notice to Bidders: GMC Sierra Pickup Mason-Lake Conservation District is accepting bids on a 2011 GMC Sierra extended cab pickup, SLE, 4WD, 225,800 miles. Minimum bid: $5,800, must include name, address, phone number and bid amount and submitted in a sealed envelope to 655 N. Scottville Rd. Scottville, MI 49454 by noon on Monday, May 13, 2024. This is a…

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Public Notice: Weare Township Spring Cleanup Day

April 26, 2024
Public Notice: Weare Township Spring Cleanup Day

Public Notice: Weare Township Spring Cleanup Day This is a paid posting. Posted until May 4, 2024. 

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Asparagus queen pageant canceled

April 25, 2024

HART — For the first time in nearly 50 years — with the exception of 2020 due to COVID-19 — a new Asparagus Queen will not be crowned for the National Asparagus Festival. Organizers announced that no one was interested in running for the queen title this year, so the pageant had to be canceled. “The 2024 Queen’s Pageant has…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted April 25, 2024

April 25, 2024

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Bruce Wayne Bramer, 52, of 2505 W. Winston Rd., Rothbury; third-degree child abuse and operating while intoxicated. Preliminary exam: April 30 at 1 p.m. – Alan Arthur Cole, 34, of 6263 E. Van Buren Rd., Walkerville; methamphetamine possession, carrying a concealed weapon, felony firearm and…

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HHS Drama Club presents ‘Clue’ this weekend

April 25, 2024

Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — The Hart High School Drama Club presents the humorous whodunit Clue this weekend in the Hart Public Schools Auditorium located in the middle school. Performances are Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27, at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee, April 28, at…

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Accused arsonist arraigned

April 25, 2024

HART — A 57-year-old Hart man who allegedly set a mattress on fire inside an apartment earlier this month has been arraigned in Oceana County’s 79th District Court on a felony charge of first-degree arson. Luna Jesus Trigo, of 2320 W. Baseline Rd., is scheduled to appear for a preliminary exam in district court May 7 at 1 p.m. Trigo’s…

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‘Burnouts’ cancel Cruz-in parade

April 25, 2024

MONTAGUE — For nearly 20 years, hundreds of classic car enthusiasts, including several from Oceana County, have participated in the White Lake area’s Cruz-in event, which draws thousands of people each year. During the last Friday evening in July, classic car owners parade from Whitehall to Montague to show off their dazzling rides. However, it was announced Thursday April 25…

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Recent death: Stanley Brian Schroeder, 83, of Ludington

April 25, 2024

  Stanley Brian Schroeder, 83, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 1pm at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation begins at noon at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of…

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Employment: Utility Maintenance Technician I

April 25, 2024

Employment: Utility Maintenance Technician I West Shore Community College seeks an outstanding individual to assist in the Facilities Maintenance area wherever required, including performing general repairs in maintaining building components and mechanical systems, custodial duties, mail pickup and delivery, assisting in loading and unloading and delivery of packages. The Utility Maintenance Technician I reports directly to the Director of Facilities…

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Former Shelby teacher/coach arrested for accosting child 

April 24, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor NEWAYGO — A former Shelby High School teacher and coach faces felony charges of accosting a child for immoral purposes and using a computer to commit a crime following a sting operation. Jairo Humberto Coronado, 39, was arrested by the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office and was lodged in the Newaygo County Jail. According to 78th…

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