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Boy dies after tree falls and hits him 

July 24, 2026

The Illinois boy was walking through a trail at the Owasippe Scout Reservation BLUE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County — An 11-year-old boy camping at the Owasippe Scout Reservation died after a tree fell and hit him while he was walking through a trail Thursday, July 23, shortly after 5 p.m., according to the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. “The camper died…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published July 24, 2026

July 24, 2026

HART — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Timothy John Werkema, 44, of Howard City, Mich.; third-offense operating while intoxicated and misdemeanors of driving while license suspended and open intoxicants. Offense date: May 19, 2026. Agency: Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). Bail: $5,000/personal recognizance (PR). Preliminary exam: July 28 at 1 p.m.…

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Pie auction raises funds to help seniors

July 24, 2026

HART  — The Oceana County Council on Aging hosted its third annual pie auction Wednesday, July 15, raising funds for its Unmet Needs Fund, which helps older adults with essential expenses not covered by other resources.   The event featured 35 homemade pies donated by staff, volunteers and community members. The highest bid of the day was $150 for a…

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Hart PD news, published July 24, 2026

July 24, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, July 16, 2026: 4:45 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries State and Wood streets, City of Hart. Friday, July 17, 2026: 12:37 a.m., alarm, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 1:42…

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Polk Road to be closed for repairs beginning July 29

July 23, 2026

HART — Polk Road from Oceana Drive to State Street will be closed “until further notice” for road work beginning Wednesday, July 29, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. Local residents will be able to access their homes, and businesses will remain open during closure, according to OCRC. A detour will be set up — see map below.  Please…

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