Weekend police news, March 15, 2021. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Friday, March 12, 2021: 2:15 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 39-year-old man (hometown unavailable) was arrested for operating under the influence of drugs, heroin possession and possession of drug paraphernalia, East Jefferson Road, Crystal Township. 11:48 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 56-year-old…
Obituary: John Gebhart, 100-plus, of Hart. John Wilson Gebhart, 100-plus, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his home. He was born March 31, 1920, in Hart to Weaver S. and Nellie (Martin) Gebhart. He attended Garver School and graduated from Hart High School where he was very active in FFA and band. After high school, John worked on the…
Obituary: Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez, 60, of Muskegon. Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez, 60, of Muskegon, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021. He was born February 6, 1961, in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Victor Sr. and Josaphine (Gover) Rodriguez. Lupe is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Rodriguez; grandchildren, Lilly and Frankie; and siblings, Mike Rodriguez, Sam Rodriguez, Ruben Rodriguez, Julian Rodriguez,…
Recent deaths, posted March 12, 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: John Hammond, 73, of Rothbury, died on Monday March 8, 2021. Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez, 60, of Muskegon, died on Monday, February 8, 2021. William “Bill” Robert…
Fire damages Walkerville area body shop. LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — Fire damaged Leo’s Body Shop, 3959 N. 166th Ave., Wednesday, March 10. Walkerville Fire Department Chief Al Purdy said the fire started from a wood stove. He said he believes high wind gusts caused coals from the wood stove to spread outside of the stove, catching the building on fire. Walkerville…
Obituary: Andrew Todd, 76, of Pentwater and Phoenix. Andrew “Andy” Todd, born June 19, 1944, in Oak Park, Illinois, was the third of five children born to Eugene and Charlotte Todd. Andrew went to Heaven to be with God on February 26, 2021, in Pentwater, at the age of 76. Andrew attended DePaul University in Chicago studying philosophy and accounting.…
St. Gregory’s to hold take-out St. Patrick’s Day dinner. HART — Knights of Columbus will hold a take-out Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Wednesday, March 17, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Gregory’s Parish, 316 Peach Street. Cost is a free-will donation. For more info, call Wally Carrier at 231-233-1560.
Obituary: Charles Monton, 87, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Pentwater. Charles Joseph Monton, 87, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021, with his wife at his side, at the Ted and Diane Brandley Hospice House in Summerfield, Florida. Charles was born in Riverton Township, Michigan, the son of Paul and Bessie (Matejovitz) Monton. He grew up on the family…
Shelby asking voters to approve $33M in district-wide improvements including new elementary school. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY — Shelby Public Schools has not had any major building improvements in over 20 years, and officials have placed a bond proposal on the May 4 ballot that will address critical building needs including the construction of a new elementary school. “Historically,…
Parolee with 25 prior convictions sent back to prison for home invasion. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 46-year-old Hart man was sentenced to five to 30 years in prison in 27th Circuit Court Monday, March 8, for convictions of second-degree home invasion and fourth-offense habitual offender. Chad Mitchell Riggs, of 6749 W. Taylor Rd., pleaded guilty to the…
Man sentenced to jail for burning girlfriend’s truck, federal forest. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Muskegon man was sentenced to serve four months in jail for a conviction of fourth-degree arson $1,000-$20,000 in 27th Circuit Court Monday, March 8. Seth Warren Richards, of 1672 Koonsman Rd., pleaded guilty, Jan. 11. “I lit my girlfriend’s truck on fire,…
New Era man faces jail for home invasion. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 43-year-old New Era man pleaded guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, March 8, to a felony of third-degree home invasion. Bradley James Skofic, Sr., whose last address was listed as 3110 W. Tahoe Trail, admitted that he entered his ex-girlfriend’s house Dec. 27 in Claybanks…
Shelby woman faces jail for selling cocaine. HART — A 51-year-old Shelby woman faces a jail term of up to five months after pleading guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, March 8, to one felony count of delivery/manufacture of narcotic or cocaine less than 50 grams. Mary Beth Shaver, of 182 6th St., testified before Judge Robert D. Springstead that…
Obituary: Joyce Van Aelst, 93, of Walkerville. Joyce A. (Gardner) Van Aelst, passed away March 3, 2021, at the age of 93, after many years of fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Joyce was born and raised in Walkerville on February 26, 1928, to Dr. Murlin Gardner, DDS and Louise (Schmidt) Gardner. Joyce graduated from Walkerville Public Schools in 1946. She attended one…
DHD#10 expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility including residents aged 50+. Effective immediately, District Health Department #10 is opening up eligibility for all frontline essential workers, all adults aged 50 and older, and caregivers of individuals with special needs to register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. DHD#10 will continue to prioritize seniors 65+ who are on its waiting list first. Frontline/essential workers…
HPD news, March 4, 2021. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021: 1:35 p.m., suspicious situation, 200 block of State Street, City of Hart. 5:15 p.m., trespassing, 100 block of Hart Street, City of Hart. 6:22 p.m., domestic assault, 400 block of Courtland Street, City of Hart. 7:47 p.m., motorist assist, Polk Road…
Fire destroys home. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART TOWNSHIP — A family of five lost its home due to a fire Wednesday night, March 3, said Hart Fire Chief Dwight Fuehring. No humans were injured in the blaze at 1295 Water Road, although a pet dog likely died, Fuehring said. Another pet dog was saved from the fire, however. The…
Great Lakes Energy People Fund grant applicants being accepted. The Great Lakes Energy People Fund is accepting letters of interest and grant applications from non-profit organizations throughout its local service area for the spring grant cycle. Letters of interest are due by April 1. If the letter of interest is approved, the applicant can then submit a grant application by…
Man with Oceana ties faces homicide charges in relation to US 10 crash. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — David Allen Wellington, 27, of 7119 E. 12 Road, Manton, was arraigned in 79th District Court today, Wednesday, March 3, 2021, and faces seven criminal counts including two counts of second degree murder, two counts of operating a vehicle while intoxicated…
Portion of 192nd Avenue to be closed Thursday, Friday. GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A portion of 192nd Avenue between Skeels and Roosevelt roads will be closed Thursday and Friday, March 4 and 5, “so our forces can do extensive tree work,” said South County Foreman Jeff Balkema of the Oceana County Road Commission. The road will be closed from 8 a.m.…
Recent arraignments include breaking and entering charges. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Thomas Edward Burns, 26, of 3310 E. Skeels Rd., Twin Lake, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) on felony charges of breaking and entering a building with intent and receiving and concealing stolen…
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