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79th District Court arraignments, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Terry Clyde Sherman, 34, of Warren, Michigan; two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon. Preliminary exam: March 4 at 1 p.m. – Jesus Arnoldo Arellano, Jr., 32, of Hart; one count of possession of a narcotic or cocaine less than 25 grams and one…

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79th District Court sentences, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: David Alan Worth, 40, of Mears, pleaded guilty Dec. 3 to second-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Feb. 11 to five days in jail with credit for five days served; six months probation; Alcoholics Anonymous twice a week; and $1,055 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable…

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News alert: Crash on US 31 near Shelby

February 13, 2025

Emergency crews were dispatched to a single-vehicle crash on US 31 near mile marker 145 in the Shelby area Thursday, Feb. 13, around 11:20 a.m. A northbound SUV rolled into the median, according to dispatch information. It was not immediately known if anyone was injured.

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News alert: 3-vehicle crash in Rothbury

February 13, 2025

ROTHBURY — Emergency crews were dispatched to the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Winston Road by the Wesco convenience store for a three-vehicle crash Thursday, Feb. 13, around 11:15 a.m. One person was complaining of neck pain.    

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FAFSA Completion Night set for Feb. 25

February 13, 2025

SHELBY — High school seniors in Oceana County are invited to FAFSA Completion Night at Shelby High School Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 6-8 p.m. This event was originally scheduled for Feb. 12, but had to be rescheduled due to weather. “This is open to all Oceana families — come hungry, we will take care of dinner, and you will leave…

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