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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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Employment Opportunity: Student Success Facilitator This is a paid posting. Posted Aug. 8 to 23, 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.…
Employment Opportunity: Middle School Math Teacher This is a paid posting. Posted Aug. 8 to 23, 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,…
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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
Golf United Oceana set for Aug. 19 SHELBY — The Seventh Annual Golf United Oceana is set for Saturday, Aug. 19, at the Oceana Golf Club. “This event is the kickoff of our new 2023-2024 campaign year and our biggest fundraiser of the year,” said Barbara Sims, director of Oceana County United Way of the Lakeshore. “All proceeds from this…
Voters to decide if Pentwater should transition from village to city Proposal creates division in Pentwater By Allison Scarbrough, Editor PENTWATER — Village leaders are preparing to ask voters to consider making Pentwater a city, and an opposition group is trying to stop the effort. While benefits cited include a streamlining of services and tax advantages, opponents claim the transition…
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