Obituary: Jack Wood, 83, of Hesperia Jack Ernest Wood, 83, of Hesperia, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023, at his home. He was born November 10, 1940, in Muskegon, the son of Donald and Elizabeth (Peterson) Wood. Jack was a loving, caring, and selfless man. He had a special charm about him that could bring joy to anyone, even…
Christmas events 2023 If your organization is holding an event, please email: editor@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Christmas Event.” The following Christmas and holiday events have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press: Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 5-8:30 p.m., Hesperia’s Annual Light Up The Park, Webster Park. Christmas caroling, live music, fireworks, Santa and Mrs. Claus,…
Lighted Christmas parade set for Friday evening in Hart HART — An annual tradition that kicks off the Christmas season takes place this Friday, Nov. 24, in downtown Hart. The Home for the Holidays Lighted Christmas Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. Parade participants decorate floats and vehicles in lights to ignite the Christmas spirit. Visit with Santa after the parade…
Police news, posted Nov. 20, 2023 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: Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023: 2:30 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 25-year-old Hart woman was arrested on an outstanding warrant, Main and State streets, City of Hart. Friday, Nov.…
Hart bar owner and lottery club partner win $1 million prize HART – Kristi Sadler, owner of Kristi’s Pour House, recently bought a $1 million winning Powerball ticket at her bar, according to milotteryconnect.com. Sadler had to use a special code word to notify her lottery club partner for the first time after winning the prize from the Michigan Lottery.…
Employment Opportunity: Middle School Girls Basketball Coach This is a paid posting. Posted Nov. 20 to Dec. 5, 2023.
Employment Opportunity: Substitute Bus Driver – Head Start This is a paid posting. Posted Nov. 20 to Dec. 5, 2023
Employment Opportunity: Varsity Boys Assistant Soccer Coach This is a paid posting. Posted Nov. 20 to Dec. 5, 2023.
Obituary: Gary Lyman, 76 Gary Lee Lyman, 76, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born October 26, 1947, in Flint, the son of Harold and Jannie Barker. Gary left Flint as a young child when his family moved to Seattle, Washington. Even at a young age, Gary began to establish an amazing work ethic. He worked…
Detectives investigate minor solicitation via social media The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — Oceana County sheriff’s detectives are investigating a case of a minor being solicited by an adult through social media. The incident was reported Wednesday, Nov. 15, shortly before 7 p.m. in the 1200…
$25,000 grant opportunity for Hart businesses Application deadline is Nov. 21 HART — The Hart Economic and Redevelopment Team (HEART) is accepting applications for a $25,000 Match on Main grant provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to support new or expanding brick-and-mortar small businesses, according to a press release. Here is the application “The Match on Main program…
McDonald’s contributes $1,000 to Hart HS media class for sports camera Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — A fundraising partnership with the McDonald’s restaurant in Hart raised $1,000 toward the purchase of a new camera for the Hart High School media class. McDonald’s dedicated a portion of its sales,…
Employment Opportunity: General Education Social Workers 31(n) Grant Funded General Education Social Worker/Mental Health Provider West Shore Educational Service District has two position vacancies for a 31(n) Grant Funded General Education Social Worker/Mental Health Provider. Must meet one of the specifications given for professional mental health staff as required by the Department of Health and Human Services 31n Grant. To…
HPD news, posted Nov. 16, 2023 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 Hart Police Department: Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023: 10 a.m., larceny, 400 block of Griswold Street, City of Hart. 4:25 p.m., motorist assist, 800 block of Griswold Street, City of Hart.…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 16, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Lisa Marie Gillespie, of 409 E Church St., Hart, pleaded guilty Nov. 14 to disorderly person — drunk and was sentenced to 27 days suspended jail with credit for 27 days served. One felony count of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police was…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Nov. 16, 2023 HART — The following were arraigned recently on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Rachel Jade Tanner, 39, of 103 S. Courtland St., Hart; illegal sale/use of a financial transaction device. Preliminary exam: Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. Bail: $1,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Arron Richard Ashbrook, 18, of 124 Main St., Walkerville;…
Employment Opportunity: High School Instructional Assistant Mason County Central Schools is seeking a High School Instructional Assistant to assist a student in a one on one capacity. For details and to apply, visit www.mccschools.org, job ID 580. Application deadline is Nov. 30, 2023 at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Posted Nov. 16 to 30, 2023.
62nd Avenue closed for road repairs PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — 62nd Avenue south of Oceana Drive is closed for road maintenance, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. It is a dead-end access road that runs close to US 31. Local residents will be able to access their homes.
Employment Opportunity: Custodian, Ludington Senior Center The Ludington Senior Center is accepting applications for a part-time Custodian. Flexible 15 Hrs/Week $15 per hour. Job descriptions and applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office, 400 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI 49431 or on the City website www.ludington-mi.gov Applications should be submitted to Senior Center Director Andrea Morrell 308 S.…
Convicted murderer sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — A 33-year-old Muskegon man was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for a first-degree murder conviction in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 13. Carlos Andres Sanchez was found guilty by a jury, Sept. 21, of first-degree murder…
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