Boater sentenced to suspended jail term for hitting woman on Wave Runner. HART — A 71-year-old Grand Haven man was sentenced in 78th District Court Nov. 1 to a 90-day suspended jail term in connection to a boating accident that injured a 53-year-old Hart woman riding a Wave Runner on Crystal Lake last August. Mark Adalor Twa, of 902 Slayton…
Misdemeanor arraignments, posted Nov. 8, 2021. HART — The following were arraigned on misdemeanor charges recently in 78th District Court: Trevor Keith Johnson, 33, of 2857 E. White Lake Dr., Twin Lake; driving while license suspended (DWLS). Pretrial: Dec. 9 at 11:45 a.m. Bail: $1,000/personal recognizance (PR). Cesiath Izayareth Jimenez-Santiago, 32, of 3201 Peck St., Muskegon Heights; Oceana County Sheriff’s…
Obituary: Robert Carr, Sr., 88, of Hart. Robert “Bob” Carr, Sr., of Hart, passed away peacefully at home with his family on November 6, 2021. He was born December 1, 1932 to Alfred and Grace Carr. Bob married Clione (Guerne) on August 10, 1957. He retired from the S.D. Warren paper mill in Muskegon after 36 years in November of…
Obituary: Marie Gale, 95, Hart. Marie Gale, of Hart, passed away on her 95th birthday, November 4, 2021. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Hart on the family farm. She met Erwin and they married in 1947. They were married for 59 years, during which time they raised five children, and grew a two gas-pump store…
78th District Court arraignments, posted Nov. 5, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Tanner Scott Goins, 22, of 4548 Comstock Ave., Hesperia, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Probable cause hearing: Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. Bail:…
HPD news, Nov. 5, 2021. HART — The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021: 3:47 a.m., a 28-year-old Muskegon Heights man was arrested for assault and battery, 600 block of Water Street, City of Hart. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. 5:22 p.m., wellbeing check, 600 block of State Street, City of…
Obituary: Gerald Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby. Gerald “Jerry” Edward Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at home surrounded by family. He was born January 9, 1939, in New Era, the son of Edward and Lena (Grinwis) Leutzinger. Jerry was an avid lifelong farmer, hunter, and enjoyed celebrating life with his family and friends. Jerry is survived…
78th District Court sentencings, Nov. 4, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Ronald Bielski, 74, of 735 Mariwood Ave., Muskegon, was found guilty Nov. 1 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days suspended jail with credit for one day served and $1,205 in fines and costs. Conviction…
Weare Township approves marijuana dispensaries. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Voters approved an ordinance that will allow recreational marijuana facilities in Weare Township with a 219-172 vote Tuesday, Nov. 2. The ordinance will repeal a previously-enacted ordinance that prohibited recreational marijuana sales in the township. Weare Township voters also approved a 2.0 mill renewal for road improvements and maintenance during Tuesday’s election…
County commissioner districts to be reduced from 7 to 5. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The Oceana County Reapportionment Committee recently determined that the current format of seven county districts needs to be reduced to five. “In attempting to resolve the issue of reapportionment, the statutory committee comprised of the Oceana County Clerk Amy Anderson, Oceana County Treasurer Mary…
Voters reject Pentwater bond proposal. PENTWATER — Voters in the Pentwater Public School District soundly rejected a nearly $24 million bond proposal Tuesday, Nov. 2, with a 816-403 vote total, according to Pentwater Superintendent and Principal Scott Karaptian. The bond would have funded improvements to the existing school and construction of a new gym and auditorium, running track and soccer…
Hart High School Drama Club to present ‘Rehearsal for Murder.’ Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. HART — The Hart High School Drama Club will present “Rehearsal for Murder” the weekend of Nov. 12-14 at the Hart Public Schools auditorium. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1:30 p.m.…
Pentwater Women’s Club gears up for the holidays. PENTWATER — The Pentwater Women’s Club will have its member meeting Friday, Nov. 12, at 1:30 p.m. at Park Place. Local artisan Judith DiMichele will lead the group in a hands-on Christmas craft creation. The club will hosts its annual holiday party Friday, Dec. 10, at noon at 6525 S. Shields on Bass Lake.…
College Cash Month events offered in November. Hart High School will offer one-on-one assistance to complete the FAFSA and scholarship applications, Nov. 16, from 6-8 p.m. November is College Cash Month. Mason and Oceana College Access Networks and Launch Manistee, are offering “Paying for College” online information sessions this week with local financial aid and scholarship program representatives. The free…
Pentwater, Weare Township voters head to the polls Tuesday. PENTWATER — Voters in the Pentwater Public School District are heading to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 2, to vote on a nearly $24 million bond proposal. Meanwhile, Weare Township voters are deciding whether to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries in the township and are voting on a separate millage renewal for roads.…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 2, 2021 Douglas Lyle Raeth, 72, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Barbara VandenHeuvel, 83, of Ludington, formerly of Hart, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Lind R. Thompson, 64, of Shelby, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Roberta J. Wadel, 72, died on Saturday, October 30, 2021. Louis (Louie) L. Heykoop,…
Judge sends defendant to jail for admitting to drug use before court hearing. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 35-year-old Twin Lake woman who pleaded guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, to breaking and entering a building with intent was immediately sent to jail for admitting to drug use prior to her court hearing. “I am not…
Walkerville man pleads guilty to break-ins. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 39-year-old Walkerville man pleaded guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, to two break-ins in Oceana County. Keith Elmer Gager, Jr., of 5525 E. Deer Rd., faces up to one year in jail after pleading guilty to two counts of breaking and entering with intent. In…
Mom of newborn receives delayed jail sentence for meth delivery. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Walkerville woman who recently gave birth to a baby received a delayed jail sentence in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1, for a conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Shannon Lashell Fuller, of 3222 Minke Rd., was arrested by the State, Sheriff, City…
Great Start Readiness Program offers free preschool to qualified children. West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Kim Beardslee, correspondent. AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — The West Shore Educational Service District partners with 10 locations throughout Mason, Lake, and Oceana counties to provide…
Missouri man sentenced to jail for possession with intent to deliver cocaine. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 25-year-old Missouri man was sentenced to nine months in jail for a conviction of possession with intent to deliver 50 grams or less of cocaine in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Nov. 1. Timothy Conrad Rabenberg pleaded guilty, July 12. Rabenberg initially…
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