Dear Editor, As a proud member of our local community, I am writing to express my strong support for the upcoming school bond election. Our schools are the heartbeat of the town, and investing in their future is an investment in the future of our children and our community as a whole. While I understand that the idea of a…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Brandon Leroy Uganski, 43, pleaded guilty Jan. 22 to possession of a narcotic or cocaine less than 25 grams and was sentenced March 18 to nine days in jail with credit for nine days served; 18 months probation; and $498 in fines and costs. Dana Wayne Allen,…
John Richard Wagner, 85, passed away peacefully with loving family alongside at his home in Ludington on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. John was born in Pontiac on April 3, 1938, to Wilbert and Edna (Morrison) Wagner. He resided in Huntington Woods prior to his family moving to a rural farm west of Shelby when he was 9 years old. John…
Employment: Ludington Beach Patrol The Ludington Police Department is seeking applicants for a seasonal Beach Patrol position. Must be 18 years or older, possess a valid Michigan driver’s license, no felony convictions, and pass a physical & drug screen. Preference will be given to applicants currently certified in CPR and/or Water Rescue. Rate of pay is $15 per hour, up…
Roberto Rosas Villegas, 51, of Hart, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, passing onto the heavenly kingdom on Monday, March 18, 2024 while in Mexico. He was born October 15, 1972, in Caracheo, Guanajuato, Mexico, the son of Antonio Rosas Nieto and Celia Villegas Galvan. As an older child, Roberto was a strength for the family…
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 Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Friday, March 15, 2024: 9:45 a.m., a 43-year-old man arrested was on outstanding warrants and cited for second-offense driving while license revoked, Oceana Drive near McKinley Road, Grant Township. He was lodged…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor ROTHBURY — A recent change to the Electric Forest neighbor wristband program is causing a stir among local residents, and a petition launched this week is aimed at convincing festival organizers to reverse their decision. The massive music festival attracts tens of thousands of people from all over the US and beyond to the small…
Open house Saturday to present plans to the community HESPERIA — Design work is underway for a $23.7 million water system improvement project in the village, and an open house Saturday March 23 from noon to 2 p.m. at the village hall will focus on the project. Construction could begin as early as fall of 2024 on a new well,…
A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids for several Michigan counties Friday, March 22, including Oceana and Mason counties. Forecasters are predicting 3-7 inches of snow. The advisory is in effect beginning at 3 a.m. Friday until midnight Friday night. Other counties included in the advisory: Muskegon, Newaygo, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Mecosta,…
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…
Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Our services are provided to you through the generous support of our advertisers. Traditional newspaper models require subscriptions or purchase of an individual newspaper in order to see their product. We do not, and will not, require our readers to pay…
.png)
 (1).png)
.jpg)
-Mason-County-Press.png)
.png)
