By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Hackers changed the wording on an electronic message board along US 31 near Hammett Road in a construction zone so that it read: “Gay furry pride,” said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The “suspicious situation” was reported to police Saturday, July 4, shortly before midnight. “The deputy responded to investigate the scene where…
ROTHBURY — The Michigan State Police confirmed that an autopsy has been completed on the deceased newborn found inside a porta-potty in the camping area at the Electric Forest Festival Sunday morning, June 28. However, police have not received an official autopsy report, so they have not released the results of the autopsy. “The investigation is ongoing,” states MSP in…
HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Jason David Alger, 42, of Rothbury, third-offense operating while intoxicated. Offense date: June 29, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $350/10 percent. Preliminary exam: July 14 at 1 p.m. Brooke Nicole Collins, 35, of Hart, methamphetamine/ecstasy possession. Offense date: June 28, 2026. Agency: Michigan State…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The Oceana County Prosecutor’s Office released the list of criminal offenses arising out of the Electric Forest Festival held at the Double JJ Resort in Rothbury, June 25-28. EF criminal offenses processed by the prosecutor’s office so far include: Four traffic offenses; Two controlled substance delivery cases; One controlled substance possession case; Two…
HART — The Oceana County Democrats will host a general membership “Meet your Candidates” meeting Tuesday, July 7, at 7 p.m. at the Hart Community Center, at 407 State St. The first portion of the meeting will include presentations and “Q and A” with candidates running for office in upcoming Oceana County elections. Participating candidates include: Rebecca Amidon, running for…
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