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The topic of carrying firearms in Michigan’s schools.

April 12, 2015
The topic of carrying firearms in Michigan’s schools.

The Mitten Memo. A blog by Nick Krieger.  Last month, there were several noteworthy incidents concerning firearms and Michigan schools. For instance, on March 3, a Macomb County assistant prosecuting attorney inadvertently left his loaded revolver at his son’s elementary school.  He was cited and fined $500.  In addition, the Macomb County Concealed Weapons Licensing Board suspended his concealed pistol…

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Wind, fire do not mix

April 12, 2015
Wind, fire do not mix

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. OCEANA COUNTY — With the extremely windy conditions Sunday, April 12, local fire departments were dispatched to four separate grass fires within approximately one hour. Hart Area Fire Department was dispatched to Harrison Road at about 4:30 p.m. for a grass fire. The caller stated that the fire was in a barrel and got out…

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Lt. Gov. discusses economy, education, roads.

April 10, 2015
Lt. Gov. discusses economy, education, roads.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Lt. Gov. Brian Calley spoke about the economy of Michigan Friday afternoon during the West Shore Bank Business Symposium at West Shore Community College. Calley said while Michigan wants to invest in manufacturing, the state has seen a lot of growth in other areas of the economy including the service sector, health care…

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78th District Court sentencings

April 10, 2015
78th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced this week in 78th District Court: – Ryan Logan Glover, 23, of 1799 N. Lincoln Rd., Ludington, was found guilty April 6 of second-offense operating while intoxicated. He was sentenced to nine days in jail; court will accept weekends or Impact Weekend; one year discretionary jail to ensure compliance…

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78th District Court arraignments

April 10, 2015
78th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART – The following were arraigned Wednesday, April 9, in front of the 78th District Court magistrate: Felonies –        Dennis Keith Carter, 60, of 2764 Scenic Dr., Shelby, was arrested March 16 by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of  sex offender – failure to comply with reporting duties. Preliminary conference: April 20…

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