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Transformation of fire-damaged house will transform lives.

August 16, 2022

Transformation of fire-damaged house will transform lives. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A historic home ravaged by fire earlier this summer is being transformed into much-needed housing for men struggling with drugs and alcohol. The over 100-year-old house at 301 S. State St. served as a funeral home many years ago.  “This house — once completed — will be…

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Like father, like son — Sheriff Mast has the honor of pinning badge on his son.

August 15, 2022

Like father, like son. Sheriff Mast has the honor of pinning badge on his son. ALLENDALE — Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast had the honor of pinning his son, Deputy Mitchell Mast, at the Grand Valley State University Police Academy graduation ceremony last week.  Ottawa County Sheriff Steve Kempker invited Sheriff Mast to pin the badge on his son, who…

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Carnival begins Wednesday at fairgrounds.

August 15, 2022

Carnival begins Wednesday at fairgrounds. 151st Annual Oceana County Fair runs next week. HART — The second-longest running fair in Michigan kicks off next week, but as an added bonus, the midway with carnival rides and games and food vendors opens this week. Elliott’s Amusements will have the midway set up with fun rides and games this week before the…

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Man arrested for OWI after falling out of vehicle.

August 15, 2022

Man arrested for OWI after falling out of vehicle. SHELBY — A 60-year-old Shelby man was arrested for operating while intoxicated following a complaint from the Shelby Wesco convenience store that he was observed falling out of his vehicle before driving away Saturday, Aug. 13, shortly before 8:30 p.m., according to Shelby Police Chief Steve Waltz. The man was arrested…

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Thief/thieves steal from farm workers toiling in the fields.

August 15, 2022

Thief/thieves steal from farm workers toiling in the fields. If anyone has information about these crimes, they are asked to call the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a recent series of break-ins to migrant camps and vehicles in which the thief or thieves steal cash, identification cards,…

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