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Hart woman accused of embezzling from Gale’s IGA.

February 16, 2016
Hart woman accused of embezzling from Gale’s IGA.

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — Laura Routley, 49, of 765 E. Hazel Rd., Hart, turned herself in to the Hart Police Department last Friday, Feb. 12, and was arraigned in 78th District Court on a felony charge of embezzlement $20,000-$50,000. Hart Police Chief Dan Leimback said Routley embezzled approximately $50,000 over the course of seven years, dating back to…

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Intruders break into 3 cottages.

February 16, 2016
Intruders break into 3 cottages.

COLFAX TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the 9400 block of North 192nd Avenue to investigate a breaking and entering at a cottage on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, in the early in the afternoon, according to Lt. Craig Mast. “Upon arrival to the area, deputies found that three cottages had been broken into recently,” Mast said.…

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Living in the OC: Excitement brews over couple’s new business.

February 15, 2016
Living in the OC: Excitement brews over couple’s new business.

Big Hart Brewing Company opens Saturday. ‘Living in the OC’ is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — Dave and Leslie Hansen are opening the first microbrewery in Oceana County this Saturday, Feb. 20, and their focus is promoting the local area. “The whole point is…

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Applicants sought for Great Lakes Energy youth leadership summit.

February 15, 2016

High school sophomores and juniors whose parents or guardians receive electric service from Great Lakes Energy are invited to apply by March 18, 2016 for two free leadership opportunities: the Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) and Washington, D.C. Youth Tour. These programs are designed to help students develop strong leadership habits, explore career opportunities in the electric industry, and engage in…

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Fire destroys garage.

February 15, 2016

HESPERIA — Firefighters from three area departments battled a garage fire Friday afternoon in blustery, frigid conditions, saving the adjacent home from major damage. Lt. Jason Newman of the Hesperia Fire Department said the garage at 129 S. Munn St. was a “total loss,” and the house sustained some smoke and water damage. Ferry Township and Fremont fire departments were…

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