Employment Opportunity: Regional Case Manager

August 10, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Regional Case Manager West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Regional Case Manager. Bachelor’s degree plus equivalency and 1-3 years experience 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…

Read more »

Employment Opportunity: Regional Mentor

August 10, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Regional Mentor West Shore ESD has a position vacancy for a Regional Mentor. Bachelor’s degree and six months experience 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 via email to: humanresources@wsesd.orguntil filled.  The…

Read more »

The future of farming arrives in Oceana

August 9, 2023

The future of farming arrives in Oceana WEARE TOWNSHIP – The Oceana Conservation District in partnership with MSU Agriculture Extension, Oceana County Farm Bureau, MAEAP and the West Central Michigan Horticultural Research, Inc. hosted the first ever Spray Demonstration in Oceana County at the West Michigan Research Station and Farm Tuesday, Aug. 8.  The event entailed demonstrations of new sprayer technology…

Read more »

51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Aug. 9, 2023

August 9, 2023

51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Aug. 9, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Cyanna Marie Rogers, of 8878 N. Water Wonderland, Branch, pleaded guilty May 8, 2023 to methamphetamine possession and was sentenced Aug. 7, 2023 to 57 days in jail with credit for 57 days served; one…

Read more »

Watch for lane closures in Silver Lake next week

August 9, 2023

Watch for lane closures in Silver Lake next week GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Road Commission will fog seal North Shore Drive, 24th Avenue, Fox Road and Ridge Road next week. There will be lane closures and one way traffic. The work area is highlighted in yellow on the above map.  

Read more »

Employment Opportunity: Vandervest Electric Motor & Fabricating

August 9, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Vandervest Electric Motor & Fabricating Vandervest Electric Motor & Fabricating, LLC is accepting resumes for a part-time mechanically inclined person. Electric motor knowledge, machining, welding and hand tool experience a plus. Will train the right person. Email resume to: vandervest48@yahoo.com or drop off at 5635 W. Dewey Road, Ludington on August 21, 22\, 23 and 24 between 1…

Read more »

A special Homecoming at Gull Landing

August 8, 2023

A special Homecoming at Gull Landing By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PENTWATER — This year’s Pentwater Homecoming celebration has special meaning for one of the village’s newest business operators. Nick Lascari grew up in Pentwater, graduating from Pentwater High School in 1999. When he was 16 years old, Nick began washing dishes at Gull Landing Restaurant. For the next 14 years…

Read more »

Shelby man faces prison for truck theft, dangerous weapon and police assault

August 8, 2023

Shelby man faces prison for truck theft, dangerous weapon and police assault By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — A 26-year-old Shelby man faces up to a 22-month minimum prison term after pleading “no contest” to felony charges of unlawful driving away of an automobile/car theft, assault with a dangerous weapon and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday,…

Read more »

Pentwater’s 93rd Homecoming celebration begins Thursday

August 8, 2023

Pentwater’s 93rd Homecoming celebration begins Thursday PENTWATER — The 93rd Annual Homecoming Celebration is set for Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 10-13. This event has grown to become the largest and most cherished occasion in Pentwater, drawing both locals and visitors to come “home” and revel in the festivities. Among the highlights are the Farmers Market, the Strawberry Shortcake Social, the…

Read more »

50th sand sculpture contest set for Friday

August 8, 2023

50th sand sculpture contest set for Friday  PENTWATER — This year’s Sand Sculpture Contest at Charles Mears State Park Friday, Aug. 11, is the 50th annual. The contest, which is part of the 93rd Homecoming celebration, takes place on the Lake Michigan beach at Charles Mears State Park. It draws sculptors of all ages, and trophies will be awarded to…

Read more »

Please support local news

August 8, 2023

Please support local news Please consider helping to support local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are brought to you for free thanks to the support of local businesses and individuals. We will not require a paywall, but kindly ask you to consider supporting us with a contribution of your choosing. As the only locally-owned news service in…

Read more »

Employment Opportunity: Student Success Facilitator

August 8, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Student Success Facilitator This is a paid posting. Posted Aug. 8 to 23, 2023.  

Read more »

Employment Opportunity: Early Childhood Specialist

August 8, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Early Childhood Specialist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Early Childhood Specialist (Contracted). Master’s degree 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 via email to: humanresources@wsesd.orguntil Aug.…

Read more »

Employment Opportunity: Middle School Math Teacher

August 8, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Middle School Math Teacher This is a paid posting. Posted Aug. 8 to 23, 2023.

Read more »

Weekend police news, Aug. 7, 2023

August 7, 2023

Weekend police news, Aug. 7, 2023 The following is Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity over the weekend: Friday, Aug. 4, 2023: 11:58 a.m., larceny theft of a yellow and mint colored Margaritaville bicycle with a matching seat and basket, 5300 block of 72nd Avenue, Hart Township. The bike is valued at $100. Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023: 10:50 p.m., felonious assault,…

Read more »

Deputy Simon named Shelby school resource officer

August 7, 2023

Deputy Simon named Shelby school resource officer ‘Deputy Simon has been an assistant varsity baseball coach, and it’s not a stretch to say he bleeds purple. There are not enough good things to say about Deputy Simon, and we know he will be a great member to the team in Shelby.’ Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools…

Read more »

DAR donates US flag to library 

August 7, 2023

DAR donates US flag to library  By Allison Scarbrough, Editor PENTWATER — A wind storm knocked down the Pentwater Township Library’s American flag last April, and help was quickly offered to replace it. Thanks to a collaboration of the Michigan Dunes Chapter of the National Daughters of the American Revolution and the newly-reorganized Friends of the Pentwater Library, a new…

Read more »

Recent births, posted Aug. 7, 2023

August 7, 2023

Recent births, posted Aug. 7, 2023 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 and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Elizabeth…

Read more »

Shelby High School principal takes job at Kenowa Hills

August 5, 2023

Shelby High School principal takes job at Kenowa Hills Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — Shelby High School Principal Zach Christian is leaving his post at Shelby to begin a new job as Kenowa Hills Middle School principal. Christian took over in the fall of 2022 as Shelby High…

Read more »

Band camp cool down

August 4, 2023

Band camp cool down Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — The Shelby-Benona Fire Department provided Shelby High School Marching Band members with some much-needed relief from the heat and humidity during band camp Thursday, Aug. 3. The firefighters sprayed the marching band members with fire hoses and provided water…

Read more »

Joe Conkle takes the reins as Walkerville’s new superintendent

August 3, 2023

Joe Conkle takes the reins as Walkerville’s new superintendent By Allison Scarbrough, Editor WALKERVILLE — Walkerville’s new superintendent has an agricultural, military and sports background, and he’s an Oceana County native. Joe Conkle, 39, took the top job at Walkerville Public Schools, July 1, when Dr. Tom Langdon retired.  Conkle, who served as Walkerville’s K-12 principal for five years prior…

Read more »

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks