Mental Health Matters: Crisis Intervention Training – A Community Program By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Services at WMCMH West Michigan Community Mental Health has expanded its partnership with law enforcement to include a second Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training group. CIT is a 40-hour specialized course of classroom study and scenario-based training that helps develop cohesive…
Jury finds man guilty of first-degree murder Carlos Sanchez will receive a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — A 33-year-old Muskegon man was found guilty by a jury in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Thursday, Sept. 21, of first-degree murder and felony firearm for shooting and killing a 28-year-old Muskegon man with…
Warrant arrests top HPD activity The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023: 1:03 p.m., a 26-year-old Hart woman was arrested for retail fraud and on an outstanding warrant issued in Ottawa County, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart. 8:10 p.m., trespassing, 300 block of Jefferson Street, City of Hart. 8:57 p.m.,…
Pirate elementary teacher honored as ‘Distinguished Educator’ By Allison Scarbrough, Editor Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Spitler Elementary School first grade teacher Megan Stoneman begins her fifth year in education with an award for her hard work. Stoneman received the United Way of the Lakeshore Distinguished Educator Award,…
Obituary: Barbara Ann Gribble, 90, of Ludington and Gulf Shores, Ala. Barbara Gribble, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in Ludington. She was born in New York City and grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. Barbara was the daughter of Dr. Wayne and Gladys (Hackleman) Carson. She was an Alpha Chi Omega and earned a…
Employment Opportunity: Transition Coordinator West Shore Educational Service District has a vacancy for a full-time Transition Coordinator. A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Special Education is 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…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Sept. 21, 2023 Elvin George Curtis II, 94, of Shelby, died on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing of 2018 deaths. Listing of 2017…
Jury hears full day of testimony in murder trial By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The trial of a 33-year-old Muskegon man accused of shooting and killing a 28-year-old man with a handgun June 12, 2022 began Monday, Sept. 18, 2023 in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court. Carlos Andres Sanchez, of 3860 Manatee Ave., is accused of murdering Miguel Angel…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Paraprofessional. High School diploma required; two years experience preferred. 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…
Legendary Tiger coach Rick Zoulek to be inducted into Hall of Fame He is also the recipient of the National High School Basketball Coaches Association John Wooden Legacy Award. Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor SHELBY — Longtime Shelby Tigers basketball coach Rick Zoulek will soon be…
Golf cart valued at $10,000 reported stolen NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — A blue E-Z-GO golf cart valued at $10,000 was reported stolen from the 8800 block of East Loop Road Saturday, Sept. 16, at 11:17 a.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Other police activity in Oceana County over the weekend includes: Friday, Sept. 15, 3023: 1:16 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s…
Man arrested for resisting police under investigation for break-in SHELBY — A 39-year-old Hesperia man wanted on an outstanding warrant was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies Friday, Sept. 15, at 2 p.m. on State Street by Klotz Auto Parts after he allegedly resisted arrest, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The man is under investigation for a breaking…
Employment Opportunity: Secretary, Special Education West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Secretary – Special Education. Associate degree or equivalent required. For a complete list of qualifications and responsibilities, 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…
Employment Opportunity: Program Assistant The Mason-Lake Conservation District is hiring a Program Assistant. This is an administrative position, providing day-to-day support to Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) projects within Mason County and western Lake County and the surrounding areas. The Program Assistant will support natural resource management activities on private lands by efficiently processing and maintaining records. The purpose of the…
Police news, posted Sept. 15, 2023 The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Tuesday, Sept, 12, 2023: 12:17 a.m., a 50-year-old Saint John’s woman was arrested on a failure to appear warrant, Hawley Road and Newfield Drive, Newfield Township. Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023: 2:41 p.m., a 53-year-old Hart man was…
Hart Community Performing Arts Series announces season lineup HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series has announced the lineup of artists for the 2023–2024 season. The Series begins its 25th year of operation and once again will bring fine artists from across the country to the stage of the Hart Public Schools Auditorium. The Hart Community Performing Arts Series…
West Shore ESD, state parks partner for summer job training West Shore School News is a service of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Eight students from the West Shore Educational Service District participated in a job training program over the summer at local state parks. The program is a partnership…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Sept. 15, 2023 Clyde Carl Crawford, 67, of Hesperia, died on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at his home. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Hesperia Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing of 2018 deaths. Listing…
Obituary: Bobbi Jo Barrett, 40, of Hesperia Bobbi Jo (Purdy) Barrett, 40, of Hesperia, passed away unexpectedly at home September 9, 2023. She was born October 12, 1982, in Fremont, the daughter of Edward Purdy and Wanda (Shull) Burnham. Bobbi was a graduate of Hesperia High School, class of 2000. She joined John Barrett in marriage in 2017. Bobbi was…
Notice for Bids: Hamlin Township Snowplowing Hamlin Township will be accepting sealed snowplowing bids. Bid package is available at the Hamlin Township Hall, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m, or visit www.hamlintownship.org. Hamlin Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Bid package due to Hamlin Township on or before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday,…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant to the Principal This is a paid posted. Posted Sept. 15 to 22, 2023.
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