Defendant in stabbing case pleads not guilty by reason of insanity. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 46-year-old Detroit man accused of stabbing a man and assaulting another man and woman at the Lucky Lake Campground in Grant Township a year ago pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in 51st Circuit Court Monday, Aug. 1. Mario Louis Corsetti…
Hesperia man pleads guilty to stealing catalytic converter. HART — A 35-year-old Hesperia man pleaded guilty in 51st Circuit Court Monday, Aug. 1, to larceny $1,000-$20,000 for stealing a catalytic converter from a vehicle, according to Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. Jason Alan Ennis, of 5430 E. Arthur Rd., is scheduled to appear for sentencing for the felony conviction, Sept.…
Man receives jail term for assaulting girlfriend at hotel. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 34-year-old man was sentenced to 130 days in jail Monday, Aug. 1, in 51st Circuit Court for a conviction of third-offense domestic violence, according to Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. John Paul Redmond, whose last known address is 101 S. 72nd Ave. in Shelby,…
Boater safety classes this week. PENTWATER — Sign up for free boater safety classes set for Thursday and Friday, Aug. 4 and 5, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Pentwater Yacht Club to earn a boater safety certificate. The class will be taught by Deputy Tim Simon, who is head of the marine division of the Oceana County Sheriff’s…
Suspects flee police in stolen car. LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — Two suspects in a stolen 2010 Toyota Scion fled from police who were in pursuit of them Saturday, July 30, around 1:45 p.m. on North 176th Avenue, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Deputies used stop sticks in an attempt to stop the fleeing car but were unsuccessful in the apprehension,…
The Smokin’ Dobroleles to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market. NEW ERA — The Smokin’ Dobroleles are set to perform at New Era Farmers’ Market Tuesday, Aug. 9, beginning at 5 p.m. The farmers market, located at 1820 Ray Ave., begins at 4 p.m. with the Kids Power of Produce Club including story time with Read Early Read Often. A…
HPD report, July 29, 2022. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, July 21, 2022: 11:30 a.m., lost property, 60 block of State Street, City of Hart. 3:43 p.m., larceny, 4000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. 6:42 p.m., larceny, 400 block of Wood Street, City of Hart. 8:49 p.m., general assistance, 400 block of…
Erickson faces 2 challengers for District 4. HART — Incumbent Paul Erickson is being challenged by James Draper and George Sadler for District 4 on the Oceana County Board of Commissioners in the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 2. All three candidates are running as Republicans. The fourth district includes Colfax, Crystal, Leavitt, Newfield and Weare townships OCP sent the candidates…
Den Engelese challenges Hardy for 3rd district. HART — Incumbent Craig Hardy is being challenged by Elijah den Engelese for District 3 on the Oceana County Board of Commissioners in the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 2. Both candidates are Republicans. The third district includes Elbridge and Hart townships and the City of Hart. Peggy Wittman filed to run, but said…
Bumstead faces Ritchard in primary for 32nd Senate District. Senator Jon Bumstead (R-Muskegon) faces challenger Charles “Chuck” Ritchard (R-Hart) in the 32nd District of the Michigan Senate during the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 2. Bumstead currently represents the 34th Senate District. The newly-drawn 32nd District includes the majority of Oceana, Mason and Muskegon counties, and parts of Manistee and Benzie…
4-year-old’s death investigation reveals ‘uninhabitable’ living conditions, parents’ drug use. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. GRANT TOWNSHIP — The 22-page police report that details the investigation of the death of a 4-year-old boy earlier this month reveals “uninhabitable” living conditions in the single-wide trailer where the little boy, his six siblings — including an infant — and their parents lived on…
Walkerville man dies after being hit by vehicle in Mason County. The man was standing outside his vehicle on Scottville Road after hitting a deer. EDEN TOWNSHIP, Mason County — A 44-year-old Walkerville man died after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday, July 27, shortly after 6 a.m. on South Scottville Road near Sippy Road. Elmond Edward Hamilton III was…
Shelby State Bank announces promotions. SHELBY — Shelby State Bank recently promoted three people. They include: Mary McDonald. McDonald, branch manager, has been promoted to branch officer of the Fruitport office. McDonald began her career with Shelby State Bank in 2008 as a teller. She has served in multiple roles including teller, customer service representative, personal banker, and branch manager.…
Obituary: Clarence “Clancy” Joseph Aerts, 87, of Hart. Clarence “Clancy” Joseph Aerts, 87, of Hart, passed away peacefully July, 22, 2022, surrounded by family. He was born October 22, 1934. Raised in Hart, he was the oldest of three sons born to Joseph “Jeff” and Frances (Gable) Aerts. Clancy attended school in Hart, graduating in 1953. Following high school, he…
10-year-old boy shot by his mother dies. SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Ethan Anewishki, 10, who was shot in the head by his mother Melissa Anewishki Monday, July 25, before turning the gun on herself has been declared dead, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Melissa Anewishki, 38, shot her son before killing herself shortly after 6:30 a.m. Monday at a residence…
‘Bleak outlook’ for 10-year-old boy shot by his mom. SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 10-year-old boy shot in the head by his mother Monday before turning the gun on herself is on life support with a “bleak outlook,” said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The 38-year-old woman shot her son before killing herself, July 25, shortly after 6:30 a.m. at a…
Draper challenges Morse for 2nd District. HART — Incumbent Phil Morse is challenged by Joshua Draper for the second district on the Oceana County Board of Commissioners in the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 2. Both candidates are Republicans. The second district includes Ferry and Shelby townships. OCP sent the candidates questionnaires, and the following are their responses: Phil Morse, 43,…
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Mother shoots son, kills self. 10-year-old boy in critical condition. SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 38-year-old woman shot her 10-year-old son before killing herself in an attempted murder-suicide Monday morning, July 25, shortly after 6:30 a.m. at a residence on Baseline Road east of Oceana Drive, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “Today at 6:42 a.m. deputies were dispatched to a…
Minor injuries in 2-vehicle crash. GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — An 18-year-old Hart woman sustained minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Friday, July 22, shortly before 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Fox Road and 34th Avenue, according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office report. She was not transported by ambulance or hospitalized, the report states. After stopping at the intersection in…
Obituary: Donald Weavers, 87, of Ruby Creek. Donald Gene Weavers, 87, of Ruby Creek, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. He was born February 25, 1935, in Grand Haven, the son of Bernard and Hazel (Hayden) Weavers. Don lived in Grand Haven where he was a residential builder and business owner. He owned and operated…
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