Crosses in political display broken. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — Several wooden crosses were pulled from the ground and two crosses were broken in a political display located in the 3000 block of Polk Road across from Hansen Foods, said Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar. A Trump/Pence sign in that location was sprayed with “some of kind of paint,”…
Recent births, posted Oct. 28, 2020 The birth announcements are a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Olivia Megan-Lynne Johnson, the daughter of Justyce and Jared Johnson of Ludington, was born Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. Kodin Izek Matthew Smith, the son of Samantha Fotis and Rob…
Pirate News: Students going full STEAM ahead in tech world. Pirate News is a service of Hart Public Schools in cooperation with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — Spitler Elementary School students are on the cutting edge of technology as they explore robots and drones in their STEAM program. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and…
MSP investigates stolen trailer. NEW ERA — The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating the theft of an 8-foot-long red trailer in the 5500 block of Sagola Trail, said Sgt. Dan Thomas. The theft was reported Monday, Oct. 26, shortly after 4:30 p.m. The long-bed, dump-style trailer is valued at $600, said Thomas. If anyone has information…
Obituary: Larry Kelley, 76, of Hart and Shelby. Larry Paul Kelley, of Hart and Shelby, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020, after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. He had just turned 76 and was loved by his wife, children, brothers, relatives and friends. Larry was born in Hart on October 19, 1944, lived and attended school in Hart, took “all the…
Shelby hires new administrator, police chief. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY — The Shelby Village Council voted to hire a new village administrator and police chief during a regular council meeting Monday evening, Oct. 26. The council voted 6-1 to hire Brady Selner as village administrator at a $65,000 yearly salary and voted unanimously to hire Steven Waltz as police…
Weekend police news. The following is police activity in Oceana County over the weekend: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020: – 7:25 p.m., (Michigan State Police), car/deer crash, Oceana Drive and Webster Road, Grant Township. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020: – 2:43 a.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), obstructing a court order/personal protection order, East Forrest Street, Village of Rothbury. – 10:06 p.m., (OCSO),…
Recent deaths, posted Oct. 25, 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: Laura Marie (Ables) Beyer, of Shelby, died on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. Sandra L. Doyly, 80, of Mears, died on Friday, October 16, 2020. Phyllis Esther…
78th District Court sentencings, dismissals. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Mohamed Ali Hassan, 30, of 5770 W. 7th St., Mears, was found guilty Feb. 24 of second-offense operating while intoxicated and was sentenced Oct. 19 to 30 days in jail; outpatient treatment; and $1,855 in fines and costs. One…
West Shore ESD reminds motorists about school bus safety West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press/Oceana County Press. By Alan Neushwander, MCP/OCP Staff Writer. October 19-23 is National School Bus Safety Week. The theme of this year’s recognition week is “Red Lights Mean Stop.” Local school officials are…
Meth possession tops arraignments. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Ian Gene Reinink, 32, of 373 Oak Harbor Crt., Holland, Michigan, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of methamphetamine possession. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary exam: Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. – Eric…
HPD receives grant for ballistic vests, helmets. HART — The Hart Police Department recently received a $3,500 grant that includes the purchase of five tactical ballistic vests with armor and five Kevlar helmets. “The equipment will be issued to officers to assist with safety at high-risk warrant attempts and any type of active violence where weapons are involved,” said Hart…
HPD report. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Monday, Oct. 12, 2020: – 8:25 a.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of Johnson Street, City of Hart. – 2:31 p.m., medical assist, 600 block of Water Street, City of Hart. – 6:30 p.m., animal complaint, Courtland and Mechanic streets, City of Hart. – 9:47 p.m., motorist assist, Oceana…
Police news. The following is recent activity of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Monday, Oct. 19, 2020: – 8:07 a.m., a 30-year-old Hart man was arrested for operating without insurance, 72nd Avenue and Tyler Road, Hart Township. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020: – 10:27 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injuries, 4000 block of Monroe Road, Weare Township. – 7:20…
Shelby band students experience solo and ensemble in COVID climate. SHELBY — The Shelby Eighth Grade Band recently had the opportunity to experience solo and ensemble during a year when the music was silenced by COVID-19. “Since our students were unable to participate in MSBOA (Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association) Solo and Ensemble this year due to COVID-19, we…
27th Circuit Court sentencings, Oct. 21, 2020. #OceanaCountyCourts By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Nicholas John Erickson, 42, of 69 S. 56th Ave., Mears, pleaded “no contest” Aug. 24 to assault with a dangerous weapon and was sentenced Oct. 19 to one year in jail with credit for two days…
Recent births, posted Oct. 21, 2020 The birth announcements are a presentation of Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. The following births have been reported: (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). Charlotte Elizabeth Medocco, the daughter of Chelsea and Caleb Medocco, was born Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. Waylon Cash Quick, the son of Crystal and Andrew Quick of…
Body of missing hiker found, no sign of foul play. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — The body of Lisa Ann Casler, 54, of Coopersville was found late Tuesday morning, Oct. 20, approximately 1,500 feet southwest of where her car was located in the Manistee National Forest in the Pines Point area near Hesperia, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig…
Emergency crews search for missing hiker. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — Emergency crews are searching for a missing 54-year-old Coopersville woman who is believed to be in the Manistee National Forest in the Pines Point area near Hesperia over the last few days, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Lisa Ann Casler was last seen Friday, Oct. 16,…
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Community Update, Oct. 20, 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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