By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The planning commission unanimously approved amendments to the city’s medical marijuana growing ordinance Thursday, Feb. 4, as a recommendation to the city council to adopt the proposed changes. Complaints of odors caused by marijuana growing operations prompted city officials to amend the ordinance. Amendments include a requirement that all growing operations are equipped…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Timothy Edward Kevwitch, 48, of 6991 S. 88th Ave., Rothbury, was arrested Jan. 27 by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of fraudulent use of a public utility over $500. Preliminary conference: Feb. 16 at…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Russell John Masse, 52, of 602 Melendy St., Ludington, was found guilty Jan. 11 of operating under the influence of liquor (OUIL) with an occupant under 16 years of age. He was sentenced to 36 days in jail with credit for 36 days…
HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office urges motorists to drive with caution today, Feb. 4, due to extremely slippery road conditions. OCSO asks motorists to slow down; keep a safe traveling distance behind other vehicles; and turn on your headlights. Other safe winter driving tips include: – Keep tires at the car manufacturer’s recommended pressure and routinely check tire…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Joe Knowles loves working with people, whether it’s at his workplace, Smith & Eddy Insurance, or being involved in the community. Joe is a graduate of Mason County Central High School and West Shore Community College and has been with Smith & Eddy since 2009, where he is now vice president, a partner and an…
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