HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Robert Morris Bulow, 61, of 5361 W. Longbridge Rd., Pentwater; failure to register as a sex offender and failure to comply with sex offender reporting duties. Preliminary exam waived/case bound over to circuit court. – Raymond Howard Denevan, 36, of 2157 W. Bard Rd., Muskegon;…
‘This proposal will be focusing on nothing more than keeping our students and staff warm, safe and secure.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — Pentwater school officials are hoping the “the third time’s a charm,” as the district seeks voter approval of a $7.59 million bond proposal, May 7, for critical school improvements. This is the third time the…
Sandra Lynn Purdy, 57, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Corewell Health, Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, surrounded by family. She was born November 17, 1966, the daughter of Norman and Beatrice (Clark) Carrier, the youngest of five children. Sandra, affectionately known as Sandy, was a 1984 graduate of Hart High School. During her senior year, she met the…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Christopher Lee Gasparas, 43, of 8776 N. 104th Ave., Pentwater, pleaded guilty March 5 to second-offense domestic violence and was sentenced to 16 days suspended jail with credit for 16 days served; one year probation; no contact with the victim; and $500 in fines and costs. Alice…
HART — The Hart Area Public Library is hosting Erin Bartels Tuesday, April 9, at 10 a.m. at the Hart Community Center as part of the Library of Michigan’s 2024 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour. This year, 13 authors whose engaging works were chosen as 2024 Michigan Notable Books will visit 50 sites throughout the state. Erin will be discussing…
Pam Walker Says “Color Me Gone” Pam Walker McGuire of Mears, was born May 8, 1948 to John and Donna Walker. Pam left her body on March 15, 2024. She was a retired level three tax assessor for Golden, Pentwater and Benona Townships. She was co-owner of Ziffel Farms and Pam’s Kitchen where she made Aunt Pam’s tincture and miracle…
Mark Charles Smith, 54, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and daughters, following a 20 year battle with a rare liver disease, and a liver transplant in November; he ultimately succumbed to a hard-fought battle against liver bile duct cancer. He was born October 16, 1969, in Muskegon, the son of Dale…
Sara Kathleen “Trinkie” (Hornsby) Avila, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, entered the kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Muskegon, at the age of 46. She was born June 27, 1977, in Shelby, to Richard and Venus Hornsby. Trinkie was known for her loving and protective nature, her independence, sense of humor, outspokenness, and most…
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Notice of Public Hearing: Weare Township A public hearing of the proposed 2024-2025 general fund budget of the Township of Weare shall be held on March 26, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Weare Township Hall at 6506 N. Oceana Dr. Hart, MI 49420. The property tax millage rate for support of this proposed budget shall be a subject of…
Woodrow “Woody” Ernest Millspaugh, Jr., 78, of Scottville passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Woody was born on August 17, 1945 in Flint, the oldest child of Woodrow and Georgia (Lucas) Millspaugh, Sr., and graduated from Goodrich High School with the class of 1963. He furthered his education at Central Michigan University and completed his bachelor’s degree after serving his…
Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — First grader Claire Pochyla raised the most money of any student for her school’s playground fundraiser, earning her the prize of being “Principal for the Day.” “I won the fundraiser because I got the most money, and then…
PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews responded to a semi truck crash on southbound US 31 near Monroe Road Monday, March 18, around 1 p.m. The caller reported to Mason Oceana 911 that the male semi truck driver was able to exit the vehicle and was not injured.
WEARE TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Grand Haven man suffered minor injuries in a rollover crash on US 31 Sunday, March 17, around 10:30 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The man was southbound in a 2003 Ford F150 pickup truck near Monroe Road “when he lost control and went left off the highway, striking a pine…
HART TOWNSHIP — Oceana County emergency first responders saved two people who were trapped inside a burning SUV after it crashed on US 31 Saturday, March 16, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “The occupants did suffer some injuries but were very fortunate that they were able to be pulled from the vehicle as it was on fire…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Oceana County activity of the Michigan State Police, Hart post, over the weekend: Sunday, March 17, 2024: 12:29 p.m., a 27-year-old Allendale man was arrested for operating under the influence of drugs, US 31 and Monroe Road, Weare Township. He…
EGELSTON TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — A 38-year-old man was shot and killed while trying to invade a home in the 700 block of Chatterson Road Monday, March 18, shortly before 2 a.m., according to the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. “A male subject appeared to be under the influence and was banging on the complainant’s window,” states a press release. “The…
Joyce Arlene Kinstner, 74, passed away March 11, 2024. She was born March 25, 1949, in Fremont, the daughter of George and Gertie (Monroe) McCastle. Joyce had many working experiences over the years, most of which was service for the elderly. Caring and respecting her elders was instilled in her by her parents from a young age. Joyce had a…
Sara Kathleen “Trinkie” (Hornsby) Avila, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, entered the kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Muskegon, at the age of 46. She was born June 27, 1977, in Shelby, to Richard and Venus Hornsby. Trinkie was known for her loving and protective nature, her independence, sense of humor, outspokenness, and most…
Notice to Bidders: Streetlight LED Conversion, Riverside Park, City of Scottville The City of Scottville is requesting bids to replace or convert five decorative streetlight fixtures and six exterior area lights to LED at Riverside Park. Project specifics and documents can be viewed at Scottville City Hall and online at www.cityofscottville.org. Site visits can be scheduled by calling 231-757-4729. Bids…
Sandra Lynn Purdy, 57, of Hart, died on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com 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…
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