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February 19, 2025

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Case dismissed against man accused of wielding gun at bank 

February 18, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — The criminal case against a 39-year-old Hart man charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, carrying a concealed weapon and felony firearm was dismissed in Oceana County’s 79th District Court Tuesday, Feb. 18, after the alleged victim failed to show up for a court hearing. Kyle Jon Peters was accused of wielding a…

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Police news, published Feb. 18, 2025

February 18, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Oceana County Sheriff’s Office activity: Monday, Feb. 10, 2025: 9:29 a.m., a 41-year-old Rothbury man was arrested for driving while license revoked, 5300 block of East Harrison Road, Leavitt Township. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. Tuesday,…

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Closings and cancellations, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025

February 17, 2025

The following are closings and cancellations for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Hart Public Schools Oceana Christian School in Hart Walkerville Public Schools ___________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you…

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A light at the end of the winter tunnel — lighthouse keepers announce 2025 calendar

February 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — The chill of winter will soon give way to brighter days ahead, and the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association has announced its 2025 calendar of events that take place during the warm months. The SPLKA invites lighthouse enthusiasts, families and all visitors to explore and celebrate the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan. SPLKA operates four iconic lighthouses…

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