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MSP urges citizens to keep car doors locked

February 16, 2026

OCEANA COUNTY — The Michigan State Police, Hart post, is encouraging citizens to keep their car doors locked due to a recent string of thefts from vehicles. “There has been a recent uptick of break-ins and larcenies from automobiles within our post area,” said MSP Sgt. Michael Cuevas. “MSP is encouraging everyone to lock your doors and take anything of…

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Cherry pie contest, auction set for Feb. 21 in New Era

February 16, 2026

NEW ERA — Community members are invited to enjoy a day of homemade pies and charitable support for local animals during the Southern Oceana County Cherry Pie Contest and Auction Saturday, Feb. 21.  This year’s event will take place at The Avenue, located at 4747 First St. The once long‑standing community tradition returns this year, and is raising essential funds…

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MSP report, published Feb. 16, 2026

February 16, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026: 12:23 a.m., a 21-year-old Muskegon man was arrested on a warrant, M 20 and Oceana Drive, Shelby Township. He was lodged in the Oceana…

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February 15, 2026

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Hesperia village’s boil water alert prompts school closing Monday

February 15, 2026

HESPERIA — The Village of Hesperia’s  boil water alert due to a failed monthly water test issued Friday evening, Feb. 13, prompted Hesperia Community Schools to close Monday, Feb. 16. Hesperia Superintendent Bryan Mey issued a statement Sunday evening announcing the school closure: “This decision was not made lightly. However, our number one priority is the safety of our staff…

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