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York Road closed for road work FERRY TOWNSHIP — York Road between Baseline and Warren roads is closed Monday, March 4, for repairs, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour has been set up, and local residents can access their homes.
York Road closed for road work FERRY TOWNSHIP — York Road between Baseline and Warren roads is closed Monday, March 4, for repairs, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour has been set up, and local residents can access their homes.
Obituary: Catherine Micheline Neefs-Robbins, 87, of Hart Catherine Micheline Neefs-Robbins, 87, passed away peacefully, February 27, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born August 2, 1936, in Brussels, Belgium, to Emile and Christine (VanStellan) VanGysegem As a teenager, in 1949, Catherine left Belgium and came to the United States with family. She then attended Hart Public Schools, navigating the learning…
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Obituary: Janet Irene Benson, 75, of Hart Janet Irene Benson, 75, of Hart, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024. She was born July 14, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Henry and Rita (Puhl) Benson. Janet was a proud Christian patriot who loved God, country, family, and dogs. She attended Willowbrook High School, where she was on one of…
Obituary: Lonnie ‘Lon’ Conroy, 75, of Free Soil We have lost a very precious treasure. Lonnie “Lon” V. Conroy, 75, of Free Soil, passed away in Traverse City with his family at his bedside on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Lon was born in Shelby on May 26, 1948 to the late Vaughn and Thelma (Smith) Conroy. He entered the U.S.…
Three people sustain minor injuries in ‘T-bone’ crash BENONA TOWNSHIP — Three people involved in a “T-bone” crash on Shelby Road at 58th Avenue Thursday morning, Feb. 29, suffered only minor injuries, according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. A 56-year-old Nunica man driving a westbound 2018 Ford Fiesta on Shelby Road was attempting to make a left…
Police news, posted March 1, 2024 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: Monday, Feb. 26, 2024: 9:47 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), fraud involving a social security check of nearly $1,200, 7700 block of West Hayes Road, Benona Township. 5:30…
Police seek public’s help to find fleeing driver who crashed The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HESPERIA — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a male driver of a 2004 Buick Park Avenue that fled from a deputy early Friday morning, March 1,…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Teacher – SXI West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI. Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain temporary approval required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human…
Notice to Bidders: Iris Road Reconstruction This is a paid posting. Posted until March 12, 2024.
Walkerville launches first-ever robotics team Wildcat News is a presentation of Walkerville Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor WALKERVILLE — Walkerville High School is making history with the formation of its first-ever robotics team. The team is coached by science and math teacher Susan Schwarz, and team members include junior Madysen Church-Nichols, sophomores…
Pet Connection Harmony is under the care of Oceana County Animal Friends Harmony is a sweet girl! She is beautiful, laid back and loving. She was rescued from a hoarding situation. She lived outside her whole life, staying warm, fighting off males and fleas. She is missing her top and bottom small teeth and only has her canine teeth. Harmony…
Employment Opportunity: Utility Maintenance Operator, City of Ludington The City of Ludington is accepting applications for a Utility Maintenance Operator Position. Requires CDL License (Class A with tanker endorsement) and residency within 20 miles from the city boundaries within six months of hire date. Must obtain a MI S-4 Water Distrib. Lic. within 3 years of hire. Starting rate of pay…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director Mason County Historical Society Part-Time, Year-Round (30 hours per week) Hourly Rate: $15 per hour Location: Downtown Ludington The Mason County Historical Society is the cornerstone of preserving and sharing the rich history of Mason County, Michigan. Founded in 1937, the Society is committed to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the cultural…
Recent births, posted Feb. 29, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Harper Grace Collins, the daughter of Serena and Michael Collins of Hart, was born on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…
Mr. B’s trio to perform March 10 in Hart HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series continues its 2023-2024 season Sunday, March 10, when it presents Mr. B’s trio in concert beginning at 3 p.m. The concert will take place in Hart Public Schools Auditorium located in the middle school at 308 W. Johnson St. Tickets for $15 are…
Fatal fire originated in kitchen of upstairs apartment By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — The apartment fire earlier this month that killed Erasmo Valencia, 38, originated in the kitchen of his upstairs apartment, said Shelby-Benona Fire Chief Jack White. “The investigation on the fire on Michigan Avenue is complete,” said Chief White. “They were able to determine the area…
Trump nearly triples Biden votes in Oceana County primary HART — Republican candidate Donald Trump gained the most votes by a large margin among Oceana County voters in the Michigan primary election Tuesday, Feb. 27, according to unofficial results from the Oceana County Clerk’s Office. Out of 4,081 Republican votes cast, Trump totaled 2,976, with Nikki Haley gaining 909. President…
Closings and cancellations, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 The following closings and cancellations have been reported. More may be added to this list. Casman Academy, Manistee Manistee Area Public Schools Manistee Catholic Central School Manistee Intermediate School District New Era Christian School Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee Walkerville Public Schools _________ Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…
Pirate Quiz Bowl Team headed to state Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — Hart High School’s Quiz Bowl Team finished its regular season with an undefeated conference record, and the conference champions are headed to the state tournament in April. “This is our second…
Oceana Asparagus Day March 7 NEW ERA – Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Asparagus Industry Research Farm Advisory Committee have scheduled this year’s Oceana Asparagus Day for Thursday, March 7 at the New Era Reformed Church. Oceana County is the top producer of asparagus in Michigan, and Michigan is the leading producer in the country. Asparagus season in…
