Deputies capture fleeing suspect. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. WALKERVILLE — A 32-year-old Walkerville man is behind bars after fleeing from Oceana County sheriff’s deputies Monday afternoon, March 1, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Deputies initiated a traffic stop at 3:40 p.m. at the intersection of Harrison Road and 176the Avenue in the village limits when they observed the suspect…
78th District Court sentencings, March 1, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Jason Daniel Yonker, 34, of 2138 N. Federal, Pierson, Michigan, was found guilty Feb. 17 of second-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to one year suspended jail with credit for one day served; must continue counseling; and…
Scottville Clown Band asks fans for a little help. SCOTTVILLE — Last year was a difficult year for many organizations. The Scottville Clown Band was no exception. Since 1903 the Scottville Clown Band has entertained millions of people at Michigan festivals. The band, made up of over 200 musicians who live all across the state and beyond, also has given…
78th District Court arraignments, Feb. 25, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies Tina Marie Castelo, 39, of 3955 W. Skeels Rd., Montague, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for felonies of methamphetamine possession and narcotic/cocaine possession less than 25 grams. Bail: $2,500/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary exam: March…
County renews Life EMS contract for five years. HART — The Oceana County Board of Commissioners unanimously agreed to renew its paramedic/emergency responder service agreement with Life EMS Ambulance through 2026. This first five‐year renewal follows the board’s decision in 2018 to transition the county from an in‐house EMS operation — Oceana EMS — to a comprehensive service agreement with Life EMS Ambulance. “It is of utmost importance to provide high quality care to our residents when they become sick or injured, and Life EMS Ambulance continues to live up to its top reputation for the quality of care they offer,” said Oceana County Administrator Robert Sobie. “Since implementing our original service agreement, patients have benefited from our partnership with Life EMS to ensure they receive the best care possible.” Sobie noted a recent 2020 Oceana patient survey in which Life EMS Ambulance received a 92.42…
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