Kirwin, Klimovitz join the community foundation board of trustees. PENTWATER – The Community Foundation for Oceana County has announced the addition of Emma Kirwin and Joe Klimovitz to its board of trustees. A retired educator, Emma Kirwin is an active member of Oceana’s nonprofit community. She served as the vice president of Walkerville Thrives, in addition to being the Leavitt…
Antique and vintage snowmobile show Saturday. HART — The 2021 Antique and Vintage Snowmobile Show will take place at the Oceana County Fairgrounds located at the corner of Polk Road and State Street Saturday, Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event previously took place in downtown Hart. The larger area will allow for participants and spectators to…
Two people hurt in two-vehicle crash. PENTWATER — Two people were transported to Mercy Health – Lakeshore Campus in Shelby for injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash Monday, Feb. 1, shortly before 1 p.m. on South Hancock Street between Fifth and Sixth streets, according to Pentwater Police Chief Laude Hartrum. “A 2002 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by a Twin Lake…
Local superintendents request governor, MDHHS allow students to play sports. To Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS Director: Thank you for your leadership and commitment to our state during this trying time. As the superintendents of the public schools in Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties, we are unified in our commitment to assure that the safety of our students…
Gypsy moth webinar Feb. 23. HART — Michigan State University Extension is offering a free webinar, “Gypsy Moth in Your Neighborhood,” to learn more about the history, life cycle, identification, and management strategies to help save the trees near your home. The webinar via Zoom video conferencing is set for Tuesday, Feb. 23, from 1 -2 p.m. The program is open…
Weekend police news, Feb. 1, 2021. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Friday, Jan. 29, 2021: 3:51 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 25-year-old Montague man was arrested for operating while intoxicated, Winston Road, Grant Township. 10:40 p.m., (Michigan State Police), an 18-year-old Mears man was cited for operating without a driver’s license, Oceana Drive…
Fire destroys pole barn. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from four departments battled a pole barn fire Friday morning, Jan. 29, around 6:30 a.m. at 4503 N. 176th Avenue, according to Walkerville Fire Chief Al Purdy. Walkerville, Hart, Crystal Township and Ferry Township fire departments responded to the blaze near Van Buren and Harrison roads. “It was…
78th District Court sentencings and dismissals, Jan. 29, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Amanda Marie Zoulek, 33, of PO Box 366, Shelby, was found guilty Jan. 25 of third-degree retail fraud and was sentenced to 93 days suspended jail with credit for six days served and $360 in fines…
HPD news, Jan. 29, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021: 1 p.m., peacekeeping, 300 block of Hart Street, City of Hart. 8:49 p.m., family trouble, 100 block of Woodland Avenue, City of Hart. Friday, Jan. 22, 2021: 11:38 a.m., medical assist, 500 block of Dryden Street, City of Hart. 8:33 p.m.,…
Around the County: Winterfest activities to relieve ‘cabin fever.’ Around the County is a presentation of Peterson Farms, Inc., www.petersonfarmsinc.com. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor OCEANA COUNTY — Winterfest events next month in Hart and Pentwater will inspire people to get out of the house and enjoy some much-needed socializing and outdoor fun. It has already been a long winter for…
78th District Court misdemeanor arraignments. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were recently arraigned in 78th District Court on misdemeanor charges: Benjamin James Berrington, 34, of 11056 Summerbrook Court; Pentwater Police Department (PPD); domestic violence. Bail: $2,500/personal recognizance. Pretrial: Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m. Jessica Elizabeth Hambright, 31, of 4045 Crestview Lane, Muskegon; Hesperia Police Department; driving while…
Sailing program soothes soldiers in troubled waters. PENTWATER — The West Michigan Sail Program (WMSP) announced that the not-for-profit-organization has formally launched a fundraising campaign to support critically needed programming for veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). PTS, formerly known as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), has exponentially worsened with the COVID-19 pandemic, widespread unemployment and unprecedented political unrest.…
Recent deaths, posted Jan. 27, 2021 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: Richard “Dick” Dallas Burrell, 83, of Walkerville, died on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Richard W. Russell, Sr., 81, of Hart, died on Sunday, January 24, 2021.…
Meth possession tops 27th Circuit Court sentencings. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 in 27th Circuit Court: Eric Duane Martin, 46, of 9516 Oak Lane, Mears, was found guilty Nov. 30, 2020 of methamphetamine possession and was sentenced Jan. 25, 2021 to 120 days in jail with credit for 73 days served;…
Pentwater schools seek input for bond proposal. PENTWATER — Pentwater Public Schools officials are seeking input from the community as they prepare for a possible bond proposal to address the district’s “aging facilities,” said Superintendent Scott Karpatian. Approximately $8-10 million in immediate maintenance and repair needs have been identified, said Karaptian. The school district is asking community members to complete…
Shelby man receives jail term in ethnic intimidation case. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY — A 69-year-old Shelby man was sentenced to 10 days in jail in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 25, for a misdemeanor conviction of assault and battery. James Richard Sizemore, of 2293 W. Woodrow Rd., originally faced a felony count of ethnic intimidation and a…
New Era woman sent to jail for strangling husband. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 34-year-old New Era woman was sentenced to 90 days in jail Monday, Jan. 25, in 27th Circuit Court for a conviction of assault by strangulation. Rebecca Lee Salazar, of 5662 S. Oneida Trail, admitted that she strangled her husband last August at their home.…
Man sent to jail for police officer assault. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 29-year-old Hart man was sentenced in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 25, to one year in jail for a conviction of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Brett Anthony Peoples, of 336 144th Ave., was sentenced to one year and four months to 15 years in prison April 11,…
Man faces jail term for CSC. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 22-year-old Shelby man faces a one-year jail term after pleading guilty to third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 25. Devon Gray Henley, of 318 Elm St., had a consensual relationship with a 15-year-old girl when he was 21 years old, said Oceana…
78th District Court felony arraignments, Jan. 25, 2021. Editor’s Note: Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned on felony charges recently in 78th District Court: – Bradley James Skofic, 43, of 3110 W. Tahoe Trail, New Era, was arrested by Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of third-degree…
Man sent to jail for stealing TV, appliances from hotel room. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Muskegon man was sentenced to 90 days in jail in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 25, for stealing several items from a hotel room at the Dunes Express Inn & Suites on Comfort Drive in Hart last year. Elessie Gabriel Walker,…
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