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Pentwater selects new village manager

September 12, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor PENTWATER — The Pentwater Village Council voted unanimously to offer the village manager job to Rachel Witherspoon, who is the assistant to village manager for the Village of Milford. Pentwater Interim Village Manager Steve Brock said Witherspoon is in contract negotiations with the search firm and the village attorney. “They voted 7-0 to enter into…

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Jury acquits New Era man of CSC charges

September 12, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A jury rendered a not guilty verdict for a 38-year-old New Era man who was accused of three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Thursday, Sept. 12. Erick Omar Cano was accused of sexually assaulting a female victim three separate times when she was 10, 11, and…

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September 12, 2024

We are currently offering our readers a sneak preview of our Daily Briefing. From now until Oct. 15, you can try it for free. Send an email with your name, email address and town of residence to editor@mediagroup31.com. Type “Free Briefing” in the subject. If you choose to continue, you have the option to sign up for monthly payments of…

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Fall Artwalk set for Oct. 5 in Hart

September 11, 2024

HART — The Third Annual Fall Artwalk is set for Saturday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Hart. The event will feature a live duet and interactive painting performance by Empty Canvas.  There will be featured artists at several downtown businesses. Artwalk attendees can also enjoy sidewalk chalk art, food trucks, featured creative food and drinks…

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County seeks applications for commissioner position

September 11, 2024

HART — Oceana County is accepting applications for individuals interested in filling the District 2 county commissioner position.  Phil Morse was elected to the position in 2020, but resigned recently after accepting the job of Shelby Village administrator. Candidates must reside and be registered to vote in District 2, which includes Ferry and Shelby townships. Interested parties should submit a…

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