Obituary: Edward Summers, 75, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater.

October 13, 2020

Obituary: Edward Summers, 75, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater. Edward Charles Summers, 75, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater, and previously of Oakland and Genesee Counties, passed away peacefully surrounded by his closest loved ones on October 9, 2020. He was born May 27, 1945, in Hartland, the son of John and Vivian (Becking) Summers. An avid outdoorsman, Ed loved hunting…

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Recent arraignments include home invasion.

October 12, 2020

Recent arraignments include home invasion. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Christopher Allen Scott, 64, of 1612 W. Kentview Dr., NE, Grand Rapids, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of first-degree home invasion and a second-offense habitual offender notice. Bail: $7,500/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary…

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Weekend police report.

October 12, 2020

Weekend police report. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020: – 8:15 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 47-year-old Whitehall man was cited for operating without insurance following a two-vehicle non-injury crash, Maple Island Road near Arthur Road, Greenwood Township. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020: – 4:59 p.m., (MSP), a 26-year-old Newaygo man was arrested on a…

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Recent deaths, posted Oct. 12, 2020

October 12, 2020

Recent deaths, posted Oct. 12, 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to OCP: Edward Charles Summers, 75, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater, died on Friday, October 9, 2020. Gordon E. Easton, 86, of Spring Lake, died on Sunday, October…

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Recent deaths, posted Oct. 10, 2020

October 10, 2020

Recent deaths, posted Oct. 10, 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to OCP: Tony L. Deeds, 78, of Shelby, died on Friday, October 2, 2020. Julie Ann Devowe, of Hesperia,  died on Thursday, October 8, 2020. Richard Albino Favre,…

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78th District Court sentencings, dismissals.

October 9, 2020

78th District Court sentencings, dismissals. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Kevin James House, 34, of 217 N. Michigan Ave., Shelby, was found guilty Oct. 5 of operating while impaired and was sentenced to 93 days suspended jail; Alcohol Highway Safety Education (AHSE); and $1,065 in fines and costs. One…

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Domestic violence arrests top HPD activity. ​

October 9, 2020

Domestic violence arrests top HPD activity. ​ The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020: – 2:50 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries, Polk Road and 72nd Avenue, City of Hart. – 6:55 p.m., wellbeing check, 600 block of State Street, City of Hart. – 9:45 p.m., animal complaint, 10 block of Park Street, City…

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‘Ag-Oween’ at fairgrounds Oct. 29.

October 8, 2020

‘Ag-Oween’ at fairgrounds Oct. 29. HART — Oceana County Farm Bureau will host an agriculture-themed Halloween event – Ag-Oween Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Oceana County Fairgrounds from 5:15-6:30 p.m. This will be a social distancing/drive-through event for kids 12 and under. Kids can collect trinkets and treats that have an agriculture connection. A costume contest drawing will be held…

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Shelby High School student tests positive for COVID.

October 8, 2020

Shelby High School student tests positive for COVID. SHELBY — Shelby Public Schools announced Wednesday, Oct. 7, that a high school student tested positive for COVID-19. A letter from Secondary Principal Mark Olmsted posted on the Shelby High School Facebook page states: “Late Tuesday afternoon October 6th, we confirmed with District Health Department #10 that a Shelby High School student…

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Flu clinics begin Oct. 9 in Hart.

October 7, 2020

Flu clinics begin Oct. 9 in Hart. HART — District Health Department #10 is helping communities prepare for the upcoming flu season by offering flu vaccines to children, adults and seniors. “Flu season is unpredictable, and with COVID-19 still spreading, it is more important than ever to protect you and your family against influenza by getting an annual flu shot,”…

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Futures for Frontliners offers free tuition.

October 7, 2020

Futures for Frontliners offers free tuition. Futures for Frontliners, a program offering a tuition-free path to earning a GED, certificate or associate degree, may be a great boost for West Michigan residents to attend or return to college, according to a press release from the Oceana College Access Network. The deadline for the application is Dec. 31, 2020. Launched in…

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Sportfishing association donates to fish cleaning station.

October 7, 2020

Sportfishing association donates to fish cleaning station. PENTWATER — The Pentwater Sportfishing Association recently presented a check for $650 to Pentwater Village Manager Chris Brown to support the operation and maintenance of the Village Fish Cleaning Station. During a meeting Oct. 1, President Dean Jessup, along with Past President Bruce Koorndyk, made the presentation to Brown. This brings the total…

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78th District Court arraignments.

October 7, 2020

78th District Court arraignments. HART – The following were recently arraigned on misdemeanor charges in 78th District Court: – Gordon Eugene Zeckzer, 28, of 1135 S. 160th Ave., Hesperia; Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO); domestic violence. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10 percent. – Nikki Lei Ackley, 28, of 515 South St., Hesperia; Michigan State Police (MSP); operating while intoxicated (OWI) and OWI with…

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Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Bi-Weekly Update, Oct. 6, 2020.

October 6, 2020

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Bi-Weekly Update, Oct. 6, 2020. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital provides a bi-weekly community update regarding activities and current information. Some content will be related to the COVID-19 pandemic as new information becomes available or changes occur. Other content will be general information related to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. For the latest COVID-19 information, visit…

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Local native Jason Wenk purchases ‘hidden gem.’

October 6, 2020

Local native Jason Wenk purchases ‘hidden gem.’ Story and photos by Contributing Writer Fred Inglis. BENONA TOWNSHIP — Oceana County native Jason Wenk always dreamed of owning a golf course, but he never imagined buying two renowned courses in West Michigan — both located in the Shelby area — within the last seven months. Wenk officially bought the Benona Shores…

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Sheriff warns motorists to watch for deer.

October 6, 2020

Sheriff warns motorists to watch for deer. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. #OceanaCountyNews HART — With the high volume of car/deer crashes this time of year, the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is asking motorists to be on the lookout for deer on the move, especially at dawn and dusk. “If a deer should enter the road, try not to swerve off…

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Schools continue COVID protocols following court decision.

October 5, 2020

Schools continue COVID protocols following court decision. Michigan’s Supreme Court ruled 4-3 Friday, Oct. 2, that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lacks the authority to extend or declare states of emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following Friday’s ruling, local school districts are proceeding with caution. Hart, Shelby and Hesperia school districts will continue to follow procedures that have been in place…

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Police news.

October 5, 2020

Police news. The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020: – 6 p.m., (Michigan State Police), assault, 100 block of Wilke Road, Grant Township. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020: – 8:30 a.m., (MSP), car/deer crash, Stony Lake Road and 60th Avenue, Claybanks Township. Friday, Oct. 2, 2020: – 7:26 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), assault and…

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Man steals car, burglarizes house to steal beer.

October 5, 2020

Man steals car, burglarizes house to steal beer. NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — Oceana County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 64-year-old Kent County man Friday afternoon, Oct. 2, on car theft and burglary charges after he allegedly stole a 2013 Lincoln Navigator from the Taylor Bridge Store and drove to a nearby house where he stole beer and drank it, according to Lt.…

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Shelby man sentenced to year in jail for CSC.

October 5, 2020

Shelby man sentenced to year in jail for CSC. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 43-year-old Shelby man was sentenced to one year in jail in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Oct. 5, for a conviction of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in connection to the sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl. Daniel Brian Burns, of 2936 E. Baseline…

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Accosting children tops 78th District Court arraignments.

October 5, 2020

Accosting children tops 78th District Court arraignments. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 78th District Court: Felonies – Adan Rivera-Rodriguez, 30, of 19 N. Michigan Ave., Shelby, was arrested by the Shelby Police Department (SPD) on two felony counts of accosting children for immoral purposes. Bail: $25,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary exam: Oct. 19…

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