New Era man faces prison for selling meth to undercover officer. HART — Richard Armond Alldaffer, 47, of 5708 S. Cherokee Bend, Grant Township, pleaded guilty Monday, Oct. 24, in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court to a felony of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine. In exchange for his plea, Alldaffer will serve 18 months in prison, said Oceana County…
Bow, hunting equipment stolen in garage break-in. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A bow and hunting equipment valued at $2,750 were stolen during a break-in to a garage in the 6600 block of South 104th Avenue, according to Lt. Shane Hasty of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. The break-in was reported Friday, Oct. 21, at noon. Other police activity in Oceana County…
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Obituary: Paul Rosse, 85, of Hart Paul D. Rosse, 85, of Hart, died on Thursday, October 20, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was born on December 3, 1936 in Custer, South Dakota the son of Paul and Gladys Rosse. Paul was raised in Custer, South Dakota; in 1955 he left South Dakota to join the U.S. Armed Forces serving…
News alert: Firefighters battle lakeshore grass fire. PENTWATER — Fire crews responded to a grass fire in the area of Timber Shores Drive along the Lake Michigan shoreline Saturday, Oct. 22, around 2:30 p.m. Firefighters on scene reported that the fire spread to a large deck amidst wind gusts of 20 mph.
Cello quartet concert set for Oct. 28. HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series will continue its 2022-2023 season Friday, Oct. 28, when it presents the Galvin Cello Quartet in concert in the Hart Public Schools Auditorium, located in the Hart Middle School at 308 W. Johnson St. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m., and individual tickets will be…
Meth cases top 51st Circuit Court sentencings. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced Monday, Oct. 17, 2022 in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski: Rolando Castillo, of 5800 7th St., Mears, pleaded “no contest” Aug. 29, 2022 to methamphetamine possession and was sentenced Oct. 17, 2022 to 61 days in jail with…
79th District Court arraignments, Oct. 21, 2022. HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Nicholas Christopher Phillips, of 264 Brotin Rd., Muskegon; State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT); delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine/ecstasy. Probable cause hearing: Nov. 1 at 2:45 p.m. Bail: $10,000/personal cognizance (PR). Brandon William Huertas, of 3015 Schafer Rd., Pinckney,…
UPDATE: MISSING FAMILY SAFELY LOCATED “At approximately 11 a.m. this morning (Sunday, Oct. 23), contact was made with all members of the Cirigliano family in Steven’s Point, Wisconsin,” states a press release from Fremont Police Chief Timothy Rodwell. “All members were interviewed and determined to be safe. They are still of the opinion that people are after them, but the elements…
79th District Court sentencings, Oct. 21, 2022. HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Wayne David Rainey, of 64 S. Michigan Ave., Shelby, was found guilty Oct. 18 of operating while impaired and was sentenced to Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE) and $1,055 in fines and costs. Charges of operating while intoxicated, open intoxicants…
Police news, Oct. 21, 2022. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Monday, Oct. 17, 2022: 1:05 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), larceny of beer, Wesco convenience store, North State Street, Village of Shelby. A juvenile was cited to appear in juvenile court. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022: 4:02 p.m., (OCSO), larceny of meat valued at $30 from a…
Obituary: Charles Carlson, 72, of Ludington Charles Paul Carlson, 72, of Ludington passed away early Wednesday morning, October 19, 2022 at Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Charles was born on February 9, 1950 in Hart, the son of Paul L. and Dorothy M. (Hoffman) Carlson and grew up in the Pentwater area. Charlie or Chuck as…
HPD news, Oct. 20, 2022. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022: 9:40 a.m., larceny, 500 block of Church Street, City of Hart. 12:36 p.m., assist to the Hart Area Fire Department, US 31 Expressway and Taylor Road, Hart Township. 8:29 p.m., larceny, 400 block of Washington Street, City of Hart. Friday, Oct.…
UPDATE: MISSING FAMILY SAFELY LOCATED “At approximately 11 a.m. this morning (Sunday, Oct. 23), contact was made with all members of the Cirigliano family in Steven’s Point, Wisconsin,” states a press release from Fremont Police Chief Timothy Rodwell. “All members were interviewed and determined to be safe. They are still of the opinion that people are after them, but the elements…
Child fentanyl death case moves to higher court. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The criminal case against a 32-year-old Rothbury man charged with manslaughter and child abuse for the death of his 4-year-old son was bound over from Oceana County’s 79th District Court Tuesday, Oct. 18, to 51st Circuit Court. Jacob Scott Schutter and the boy’s mother, Jodi Michelle…
Washington Road between 80th and 88th avenues closed. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Washington Road between 80th and 88th avenues is closed until further notice for road maintenance, the Oceana County Road Commission announced Wednesday, Oct. 19. Local residents will be able to access their homes. “We thank you for your patience during this much-needed road work,” states the announcement. Please consider…
News alert: Strong winds knocking down trees, power lines. OCEANA COUNTY — There have been several reports of downed trees and power lines in the area due to strong winds Tuesday, Oct. 18. Drive with caution.
Halloween Events 2022 The following Halloween events scheduled for Mason and Oceana counties have been reported to Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email editor@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Halloween Event.” Thursday, Oct. 27 Trunk or Treat, Mason County Department of Health and Human Services, 915 Diana St., Ludington, 5:30…
News alert: Crash on 132nd Avenue. FERRY TOWNSHIP — Report of a single-vehicle crash on 132nd Avenue near Pierce Road Monday, Oct. 17, shortly after 3:30 p.m. Central Dispatch reported that a woman suffered a possible broken leg after the vehicle went off the road and hit a tree.
79th District Court arraignments, Oct. 17, 2022. HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Todd Allen Smith, of 2132 N. 56th Ave., Mears; Shelby Police Department (SPD); larceny $1,000-$20,000. Probable cause hearing: Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Smith also faces a misdemeanor of domestic violence stemming from an Oceana County…
First Baptist Church hosts Trunk or Treat. HART — First Baptist Church hosts Trunk or Treat Monday, Oct. 31, from 5-6:30 p.m. “What could be more fun than putting on a silly costume and getting free candy? Not having to go door to door!” said FBC Associate Pastor David Moul. “Cruise on over to the FBC parking lot on Halloween…
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