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Officials gather to celebrate solar project

October 8, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART TOWNSHIP — NorthStar Clean Energy hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the 120-megawatt Hart Solar Project, at 1642 W. Polk Rd., Thursday, Oct. 8.  “Hart Solar will deliver clean, renewable energy to Michigan communities through long-term agreements with Executive Energy Services and Michigan Public Power Agency,” states a press release.  The $200 million project…

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Criminal trial ends with hung jury

October 8, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The criminal trial against a 45-year-old woman accused of breaking into storage units with three accomplices last April ended in a hung jury Wednesday, Oct. 7, in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court. Melissa Sue Young was charged with two felony counts of breaking and entering a building with intent following a break-in to…

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Smith & Eddy Insurance helps seniors navigate Medicare options

October 8, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance is among several insurance agencies across the country helping people ages 65 and older navigate Medicare. Medicare season begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 31. As with every Medicare season, changes are taking place, and Smith & Eddy encourages everyone to review and discuss their Medicare coverage. “There’s a lot of noise out…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published Oct. 7, 2026

October 7, 2026

HART — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Janee Nichole Johnson, 36, assault with a dangerous weapon. Offense date: Sept. 18, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $500/10 percent. Probable cause conference: Oct. 13 at 1 p.m.   Brian James Puffenberger, 34, possession of a narcotic or cocaine less than…

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Oktoberfest brings cars, music, 5K, food, fall fun to Pentwater 

October 7, 2026

PENTWATER — Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and a full day of family fun during Oktoberfest this Saturday, Oct. 10. Car enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Oktoberfest Car Show that will feature more than 150 classic cars and hot rods lining Hancock Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Day-of registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Pentwater Chamber…

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