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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Public Schools Board of Education announced Wednesday, April 24, that it has selected Pentwater Public Schools Assistant Principal Craig Barter as the new superintendent/principal. Barter will replace Superintendent/Principal Scott Karaptian who is retiring. His first day on the new job will be July 1. Barter was among five candidates interviewed for the job, including: Engadine Consolidated…
HESPERIA — The Village of Hesperia recently celebrated the groundbreaking for its newest addition to Vida Weaver Park — a state-of-the-art pavilion designed to enhance the community’s outdoor experience. “The new pavilion, sparked by Hesperia Beautification, is made possible through funding from the Oceana County ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Committee, MEDC (Michigan Economic Development Corporation) Revitalization and Placemaking 2.0…
BENONA TOWNSHIP — Marshville Dam Road will be closed from 48th Avenue/Fish Road to 54th Avenue, and the Marshville Dam Bridge will be closed for construction until further notice, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. The closure is scheduled to begin Monday, April 29, at 8 a.m. Local residents will be able to access their homes. _______________________________________ Receive daily…
Debbra Barefoot, 69, passed away April 19, 2024, in the comfort of her home. She was born April 21, 1954, in Hart, to Axel and Leota Johnson, the youngest of four children. Debbra’s life was marked by love, family, and a steadfast dedication to her roles as a mother, wife, and professional. Debbra embraced motherhood, welcoming her first son, Timothy,…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Randy Ray Anderson, 41, pleaded guilty March 5, 2024 to carrying a concealed weapon and was sentenced April 22, 2024 to 150 days in jail with credit for 61 days served; 18 months probation; and $598 in fines and costs. Charges of firearm possession by a…
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PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from Pentwater and Hart departments were dispatched to a grass fire in the 5400 block of Hammett Road Monday, April 22, at 3 p.m.
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A portion of Cleveland Road from 200th Avenue to M 120 will be closed to traffic for road maintenance Thursday, April 25, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes. Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 19-year-old Mears man faces a year in jail after pleading “no contest” to accosting a child for immoral purposes during a pretrial hearing in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, April 22. Earl Phillip Alms, Jr., of 308 S. 56th Ave., was also charged with child sexually abusive activity and using computers…
The pursuit only lasted about a quarter mile as he reached a top speed of 30 mph By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 36-year-old Hart man who led police on a chase with a mini bike last July was sentenced to 16-24 months in prison in 51st Circuit Court Monday, April 22. It took a jury just 45…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 57-year-old Hesperia man pleaded “no contest” to a felony of assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder during a final pretrial hearing in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, April 22. Joseph Owen Pulsipher, of 9430 E. Filmore Rd., agreed to serve a five to 10 year prison…
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, April 16, 2024: 7:55 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 34-year-old Walkerville man was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon, methamphetamine possession, driving while license suspended and on an outstanding warrant, Polk Road and…
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