News

Cracked windshield leads to 3 arrests

June 22, 2026

WALKERVILLE — A cracked windshield led to the arrest of three people who are each charged with resisting and obstructing police, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. A traffic stop was initiated on Main Street near 176th Avenue Tuesday, June 16, around 1:20 p.m. The driver, who is a 65-year-old Hart man, and two other people who got involved in…

Read more »

OWI arrests top sheriff’s office activity

June 22, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office: Tuesday, June 16, 2026: 11:30 a.m., malicious destruction of property, 44th Avenue and Clay Road, Claybanks Township. Wednesday, June 17, 2026: 11:01 p.m., a 43-year-old Shelby woman was cited for operating without…

Read more »

MSP news, published June 22, 2026

June 22, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County activity of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Friday, June 12, 2026: 8:10 a.m., a 29-year-old Beulah, Mich. man was arrested on a warrant at the Oceana County Jail, City of Hart. Saturday, June 13,…

Read more »

DNR fisheries surveys critical to managing Michigan fish populations

June 22, 2026

LANSING — Fisheries surveys conducted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources provide essential data used to manage fish populations, protect aquatic habitats and support recreational fishing opportunities across the state. The DNR uses several types of fisheries surveys to monitor Michigan’s lakes and streams. In coldwater systems, such as trout streams, surveys are conducted annually to estimate fish population…

Read more »

Steve Bass named Pentwater Citizen of the Year

June 18, 2026

PENTWATER — The Pentwater Service Club recently announced that Steve Bass has been selected as Pentwater’s 2026 Citizen of the Year, the community’s highest civic honor.  Bass was chosen from nine nominees for the award, which is being presented for the 53rd year. “Pentwater has always been blessed with an abundance of people who generously share their time, talents, and…

Read more »

Subscribe to OCP