Man who robbed elderly couple at gunpoint sentenced to 18-40 years ‘It’s a horrific set of circumstances, Mr. Labeau, that you put these people through,’ said Judge Susan K. Sniegowski. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 52-year-old Mears man convicted of armed robbery was sentenced to 18-40 years in prison in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 23. …
Man sentenced to prison for CSC By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — A 55-year-old man was sentenced to four to 20 years in prison for a conviction of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 23. David Lee Moore, Jr., pleaded “no contest” to the charge, Oct. 5. Moore’s sentencing guidelines are 42-70 months,…
Accused drunk driver causes 2-truck crash SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 67-year-old Shelby man was arrested for operating while intoxicated after two pickup trucks crashed in front of a house on Woodrow Road Wednesday, Jan. 18, around 5:30 p.m. The man, who was eastbound in a 2006 Chevrolet pickup truck, attempted to pass a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck driven by…
Hart Community Performing Arts Series presents Frisson Winds Jan. 27 HART — The Hart Community Performing Arts Series will present the Frisson Winds Friday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Public Schools Auditorium. From New York City, Frisson features the best and brightest of classical music’s rising stars. Frisson showcases a myriad of rarely-performed masterworks, and the group…
HPD gets new patrol car By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The Hart Police Department recently debuted a brand-new patrol car, which is a 2022 “pursuit-rated” Ford Explorer. It replaces a 2016 SUV, said Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar. Funding for the vehicle came from the city’s capital improvement budget, said the chief. The cost was just over $46,000, which…
Bark Park open for community use SHELBY TOWNSHIP – While the newly established Shelby Township Bark Park won’t officially open until spring, the park is available for the community to use during the winter. The site, located east of the Mount Hope Cemetery on East Sixth Street in Shelby, currently has a completed parking lot and dog park fencing. Before…
Shelby PTO hosts action-packed elementary school carnival Friday Tiger Pride is a presentation of Shelby Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. SHELBY — A fun-filled carnival at Thomas Read Elementary School is set for Friday, Jan. 20, from 6-8 p.m. The PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) has organized the event as a fundraiser for the school. Enjoy games, raffles,…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Jan. 18, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Kyle Gerald Hiscott, of 140 S. Rush St., Pentwater; Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO); third-offense operating while intoxicated and driving while license suspended (DWLS). Probable cause hearing: Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. Bail: $10,000/cash/surety/10…
79th District Court sentencings and dismissals, posted Jan. 18, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Brett David Waddell, of 9610 Algoma Ave., NE, Rockford, was found guilty Jan. 10 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE) and $1,155 in fines and costs.…
Lots of fun in store for Spitler Family Fun Night Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — Enjoy fun games and tasty food while raising money for Spitler Elementary School this Friday, Jan. 20, during Family Fun Night. The festivities run from 6-7:30 p.m. There will be ring toss, a…
Three Oceana school districts to get full-time resource officers thanks to state grant By Allison Scarbrough, Editor OCEANA COUNTY — Three school districts — Hart, Shelby and Pentwater — will receive grant funds from the State of Michigan to assign a full-time school resource officer to each district. The districts received letters from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Tuesday, Jan. 17, notifying…
Drunk driving and warrant arrests top police activity The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023: 12:30 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 37-year-old Twin Lake man was arrested on a failure to appear warrant, northbound US 31 at the Muskegon County line, Grant Township. Friday, Jan. 13, 2023: 7:22 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), vehicle…
Apartment fire in Shelby causes minimal damage ‘We definitely dodged a bullet on this one.’ By Allison Scarbrough, Editor SHELBY — Approximately 30 firefighters from three departments responded to an apartment fire at Park Place Apartments, located at 415 N. State St. across the street from Cherry Hill Super Market, Monday, Jan. 16, shortly before 7 a.m., according to Shelby-Benona…
VanderWall to serve as vice chair of two state house committees State Rep. Curtis VanderWall (R, Ludington) has announced that his new Lansing office is officially open and ready to serve the residents of Michigan’s 102nd House District. VanderWall is beginning his second term after being re-elected to the Michigan House of Representatives this past November. He represents the new…
Let it snow! Hart Winterfest set for Feb. 3 and 4 HART — The annual Hart Winterfest returns for another year of winter-themed events Friday and Saturday, Feb. 3 and 4. The weekend kicks off with a broomball tournament Friday at 6:30 p.m. in the parking lot north of LaProbadita. It is free for pre-registered players. Get out your broom…
HPD news, Jan. 13, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023: 12:23 a.m., motorist assist, 4000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 11:06 a.m., harassment complaint, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. Noon, suspicious situation, Griswold Street and Polk Road, City of Hart. 6:35 p.m., harassment complaint, 700 block…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Jan. 13, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Craig Anthony Skirnski, of 395 N. Elm St., Shelby; Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO); third-offense domestic violence. Probable cause hearing: Jan. 17 at 1 p.m. Bail: $2,500/cash/surety/10 percent. Juan Clemente Quintero, of 4164 N.…
Suspected meth found during couple’s shoplifting arrest PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mason County — Five grams of suspected methamphetamine were found on a male suspect during a shoplifting investigation Thursday, Jan. 12, shortly before 8 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. A 30-year-old Mears man and a 32-year-old Hart woman were both arrested on charges of retail fraud following…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Jan. 12, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Mark Lane Foster, of 3417 N. 72nd Ave., Hart, was found guilty Nov. 15 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Jan. 3 to 10 days suspended jail with credit for 10 days served; Alcohol…
Frosty’s Snow Ball Jan. 21 will raise money for Pentwater band instruments PENTWATER — Efforts are underway to purchase new instruments for Pentwater band students, and Frosty’s Snow Ball is the newest addition to the campaign. The event will take place at the FOE Bowling Club located at 4555 N Oceana Dr., Hart. A portion of each game bowled will…
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