WALKERVILLE — Walkerville Public Schools is enrolling new students for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. The school is open in the summer months during the day, Monday through Thursday. If you’d like to learn more about fall enrollment, stop by or call the office at (231) 873-4850, ext. 3304. The school district includes pre-K through grade 12. Wildcat News is…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, July 11, 2024: 3:30 p.m., harassment complaint, 1000 block of Parmington Avenue, City of Hart. 10:26 p.m., alarm, 2000 block of Comfort Drive, City of Hart. 10:52 p.m., alarm, 1000 block of State Street, City of Hart. Friday, July 12, 2024: 1:40 a.m., medical assist, 100 block of Wood…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — Two Oceana County entrepreneurs — Cheri Bandt and Julie Engle — have been selected as part of five finalists who will pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges during the annual Pitch North competition. Pitch North is the region’s first-of-its-kind entrepreneurial pitching competition where entrepreneurs living in Lake, Newaygo and Oceana counties can pitch their…
SHELBY — The Shelby Area District Library is hosting a book sale Saturday, Aug. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 20th annual “Good Buy” book sale is a great opportunity to recycle your home library. This year’s book sale features book-themed gift baskets that highlight local authors. Baskets will be on display at the library, Aug. 9-23, so people…
The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Monday, July 15, 2024: 10:35 a.m., a 27-year-old Shelby man was cited for driving while license suspended, which was his fifth offense, West VanBuren Road near 72nd Avenue, Hart Township. 9:06 p.m., breaking and entering, 8500 block of East Hawley Road, Newfield Township. 11:50 p.m., a 25-year-old Shelby man…
Employment: LRE Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; two years experience preferred. 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,…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 59-year-old Hesperia man suffered minor injuries in a semi truck rollover crash on US 31 near M 20 Thursday, July 18, around 5:45 a.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. “The driver advised that he was driving northbound on US 31 when one of his tires blew out,” states the report. The driver…
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — Roosevelt Road from 192nd Avenue to M 120 will be closed for road maintenance beginning Monday, July 22, at 8 a.m. until further notice, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour will be set up, and residents will be able to access their homes. ______________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news…
WEARE TOWNSHIP, Oceana County – Farming for the Future Field Day will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at the West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center, 5185 N. Oceana Dr. The meeting brings together industry representatives from FarmDroid, Morgan Composting Inc., West Michigan Agroforestry Partnership, and Michigan State University researchers to update growers…
Ann Elizabeth Burdick, 70, of Hesperia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at home. She was born January 13, 1954, in Banbury, Oxfordshire, England, to Cecil F. and Phyllis N. (Morris) Nash. She was the third of four children, including her sisters, Judy (Pete) Floyd and Heather (Malcom) Simpson; and brother, Philip (Sue)…
By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Skilled, civic-minded members of the Pentwater Artisan Learning Center are often quick to step in when they see an opportunity to advance a community project. A recent example is the relocation of the “Water Maiden” sculpture from its temporary location on Second Street. The piece earned the “People’s Choice Award” in the Pentwater…
PENTWATER — Families and friends will again convene from places across America to compete in the 51st Sandcastle Sculpting Contest. Sponsored by the Pentwater Service Club since 1973, this year’s event is set for from 8 a.m. until noon Friday, Aug. 9, at the Charles Mears State Park. The competition is open to anyone regardless of their age or place…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Christine Louise O’Connell, 61, of 796 McIntosh Ln., Muskegon, pleaded guilty July 2 to operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; six months probation; and $1,1155 in fines and costs. Alcohol Highway…
Employment: GSRP Lead Teacher West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Lead Teacher. 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 via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled. The…
Employment: Special Education Supervisor West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Supervisor. Master’s degree; Full approval in at least one area of special education; three years experience in special education; must be able to satisfy R340.1772 of the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education for Supervisor of Special Education Approval. To view a complete…
Employment: District Curriculum and Grant Coordinator This is a paid posting. Posted until Aug. 2, 2024.
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 57-year-old Hart man who set a mattress on fire inside an apartment last April pleaded “no contest” to a felony charge of first-degree arson in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15. Luna Jesus Trigo, of 2320 W. Baseline Rd., faces a minimum term of 29 months in prison with a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Noel Trevino, 44, of 3051 W. Baker Rd., Shelby; three counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Preliminary exam: July 30 at 1 p.m. – Tristan Daniel Whaley, 23, of 1619 Tuttle Ave., Datton, Ohio; felonious assault and felony firearm. Preliminary exam: July…
Employment Opportunity: Sanitation Supervisor Indian Summer is looking for an experienced sanitation supervisor to implement the company’s sanitation policies. As a supervisor, you will be responsible for developing sanitation protocols in line with state and federal safety regulations. You will also be required to conduct daily sanitation inspections and oversee staff training. Must have demonstrate strong leadership skills, detailed knowledge…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 41-year-old Holland man pleaded “no contest” to gross indecency between a male and female in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15. Christopher Matthew Kubacki committed gross indecency involving a 10-year-old girl at a local hotel. Kubacki will serve 13 months to five years in prison and must register as a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 20-year-old Saranac man was sentenced to 55 months to 15 years in prison in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, July 15, for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy at a Christian youth camp. William David Kastanek, who was 18 years old at the time, sexually assaulted the boy at Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya in…
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