An Oceana County woman turned a $100 online prize into a $1 million prize playing the Michigan Lottery’s Millionaire Raffle game, according to a Michigan Lottery press release. The lucky 63-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought her raffle ticket online at MichiganLottery.com. “I won $100 playing an online game, so I decided to use some of my winnings…
NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 57-year-old Hesperia man died while riding a bicycle on East M 20 near South 176th Avenue Friday night, May 9, following a crash with a pickup truck. The victim was identified as Aaron Andreas, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “Unfortunately, I have to pass along information of a fatal crash from over the weekend…
WALKERVILLE — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a breaking and entering that occurred at the Walkerville Wesleyan Church, at 144 S. Hamon St., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. A Bluetooth speaker valued at $150 was stolen, along with youth group snack bags. A 20-year-old Walkerville man was identified as a suspect, said Sheriff Mast, and the investigation…
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: Monday, May 5, 2025: 9:52 p.m., breaking and entering, 5600 block of South 142nd Avenue, Otto Township. Tuesday, May 6, 2025: 11:35 a.m., retail fraud, Dollar General, Polk Road, Golden Township. A…
Maria Guadalupe Vasquez, 84, of Hart, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born August 21, 1940, in Mercedes, Texas. Maria was a hardworking, loving mother, and faithful wife to the love of her life, Fabian Vasquez Sr. She liked to cook and at 47, she and Fabian opened their restaurant, LaFiesta to…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor NEW ERA — Firefighters’ quick actions saved a historic hardware store from burning down Thursday afternoon, May 8. A store employee received burns to his hand, however. Fire crews from Shelby-Benona, Grant Township and Hart departments responded to a fire at Veltman Hardware store, at 4736 First St., in downtown New Era at 3:30 p.m.…
HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Roel Belmares, 30, pleaded “no contest” March 10 to assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder and was sentenced May 5 to 85 days in jail with credit for 85 days served; two years probation; and $450 in fines and costs. One…
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, May 1, 2025: 6:68 p.m., missing person, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. Friday, May 2, 2025: 2:50 p.m., assist to the Hart Area Fire Department, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 8 p.m., found property, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart.…
Maria Guadalupe Vasquez, 84, of Hart, died on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born August 21, 1940, in Mercedes, Texas. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 214 South Peach Avenue, Hart with burial in Hart Cemetery to follow. A luncheon…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 28-year-old Hart man was sentenced to 16 months to 10 years in prison for a conviction of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Monday, May 5. Gilberto Miguel Colon pleaded “no contest” to the charge, March 10. “They were traveling in a…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Hart High School sophomore Zoily Sarabia recently won the Troy Moran Ride with the Pirate Pride car. The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu was procured by Greg Fleming of Affordable Auto in Shelby, said Det. Sgt. Kevin Skipski of the…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Shelby High School senior Bryn Adams recently won a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu through the Ride With Pride program. Meyers Chevrolet in New Era procured the car and donated toward its purchase, along with…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Service Club is accepting nominations for the club’s 2025 Citizen of the Year. The winner will be recognized at an Oct. 7 community dinner and program held in the winner’s honor at the Pentwater Yacht Club. This year marks the 52nd year that a Citizen of the Year has been honored. “For more than 50 years,…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor $14 million in improvements will include upgrading the stadium and track Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public School District in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Voters in the Hart Public School district voted 632-408 to pass a bond issue Tuesday, May 6. The successful passage of the proposal will allow the…
UPDATE: Elaina has been found HESPERIA — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 9-year-old girl, Elaina Torres, Wednesday, May 7. “We have a missing 9-year-old in Hesperia and are actively looking for her,” said Lt. Scott Bosley. “We are being assisted by the Michigan State Police. Her clothing description is unknown at this time.” If anyone…
LANSING – The Oceana County Road Commission (OCRC) was honored with three statewide IMPRESS Awards at the 2025 County Road Association of Michigan Highway Conference. “IMPRESS Awards recognize county road agencies that demonstrate innovation on noteworthy projects in the categories of communications, operations and collaboration,” states a press release from the County Road Association of Michigan. Oceana County received awards…
HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series will close its 2024-2025 season Friday, May 16, with a performance by the barbershop quartet, Midtown. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Public Schools auditorium, located in the middle school. Midtown is a dynamic, international award-winning vocal quartet that provides an entertainment experience capable of catering to multiple…
WEARE TOWNSHIP — Hogan Road between 72nd Avenue and Oceana Drive is closed for culvert maintenance until further notice, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. “The road will be closed on each side of the culvert work, and traffic will not be able to get through that area,” states OCRC. “Please use an alternate route to access homes.” _____________________________…
Employment: Custodian/Maintenance West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Custodian/Maintenance. High School diploma and at least 6 months of custodial 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…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — Firefighters battled two fires — one of which was a garage fire and the other was a rubbish pile fire that got out of control and damaged a shed — Sunday afternoon, May 4. The garage fire at 145 S. State St. was reported at 5:17 p.m., and the rubbish pile fire at…
GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County’s Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 7-month-old baby boy that occurred Sunday evening, May 4, in the 9000 block of South 192nd Avenue, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “It’s still very early,” said Sheriff Mast of the investigation. “It’s a tragedy — our thoughts are with the family while we’re trying…
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