County commissioners approve 2nd Amendment resolution. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The Oceana County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Thursday, Feb. 13, targeting support of Second Amendment rights. Several Michigan municipalities are passing “Second Amendment sanctuary” resolutions, asserting gun ownership rights and opposition to proposed gun control legislation. The national movement has taken aim in recent weeks,…
Recent deaths, posted Feb. 13, 2020 #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Brandon James Tatro, 10, of Hesperia, died on Friday, February 7, 2020. Walter O’Neal Loveless, 67, of Montague, died on Thursday, February 6, 2020. Richard Setlak, 77, of Shelby died on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. Carol A. “Dolly” Willard, 71, of Shelby, died on…
Recent births, posted Feb. 12, 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). Brianna Jade VanDerZanden, the daughter of Brittany Ball and Randy VanDerZanden of Mears, was born Monday, February 10, 2020. Nora Rose McDonald, the daughter of Britney and…
Parole violation, warrant arrest among police activity. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Monday, Feb. 10, 2020: – 2:10 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 37-year-old Shelby woman was arrested for parole violation, South 24th Avenue, Benona Township. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020: – 7:18 p.m., (OCSO), urinating in public, East Main Street, Village of Walkerville. –…
Poster contest celebrates Children’s Dental Health month. HART – February is Children’s Dental Health Month, and District Health Department #10 alongside Brock A. Johnsen DDS, Hart Lake Family Dentistry, Heather Phares DDS, PC and Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. of Shelby are sponsoring a poster contest for Oceana County K-12 students. All posters must be 8 ½ x 11 inches, have…
Hart man sent to prison for dealing meth. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — A 28-year-old Hart man was sentenced in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 11, to two to 20 years in prison for a conviction of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine. Robert Allen King, of 3752 W. Van Buren Rd., was convicted as a second-offense habitual…
Domestic assault, warrant arrests top police activity. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Friday, Feb. 7, 2020: – 9:38 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), domestic assault and malicious destruction of property, 8400 block of East Arthur Road, Greenwood Township. A door frame and a mailbox were damaged. Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020: – 7:59 p.m., (OCSO), domestic…
Man testifies he returned to crime scene to steal gas after stealing quad. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 20-year-old Shelby man testified in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Feb. 10, that he stole a quad from a barn in Leavitt Township last December and then returned to the crime scene to steal gas. Logan Nathaniel Duvall, of 84…
Hash oil lab case could result in plea. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The case against a 27-year-old Mears man charged with operating/maintaining a lab is scheduled for trial next month in 27th Circuit Court, but a plea offer may eliminate the need for a trial. Travis Michael Gale, of 5178 W. Fox Rd., is also charged with…
MSP busy with crashes on snowy roads. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is activity in Oceana County of the Michigan State Police, Hart post, over the weekend: Friday, Feb. 7, 2020: – 11:05 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 near Oceana Drive, Grant Township. Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020: – 1:03 a.m., assault and battery and fugitive warrant, 1000 block of Michigan…
Closings, cancellations for Monday, Feb. 10, 2020: This list may be updated. Please do not add closings to the comments. Schools: Bear Lake Public Schools Casman Academy Convenant Christian School Gateway to Success Academy Kaleva Norman Dickson Public Schools Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Area School District Manistee Catholic Central School Manistee Area Public Schools Mason County…
Stopping by the woods on a snowy afternoon. Watson Country Outdoor Report. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. The Watson Country Outdoor Report is a presentation of the Watson Auto Group, selling Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Fiat in Ludington, Manistee, Benzie and Rockford. “Every season there’s a reason to visit Watson Country. For more information, visit watsoncountry.com. PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — When you embark…
78th District Court arraignments, Feb. 8, 2020. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Justin Darwin-Max Allen, 28, of 2304 186th Ave., Hesperia, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for felonies of methamphetamine possession and narcotic/cocaine possession less than 25 grams. Bail: $7,500/cash/surety/10 percent. Preliminary exam: Feb.…
The Makers: Off the grid art. The Makers Series is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union. #TheMakers By Katie Provenzano, Press Correspondent HART — Kade Swenor plays harmonica in a bluegrass band, but that’s just the beginning of his artistic talent. He enjoys using found materials such as metal, rock, glass, and porcelain to create handmade knives and arrowheads. “My goal is to teach.…
Proposed legislation could help embattled village. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HESPERIA — For nearly a year, the feuding Hesperia Village Council has not been able to hold a meeting due to a lack of council members present. Michigan State Senator Jon Bumstead serves the 34th District, which includes Oceana, Newaygo and Muskegon counties, and Hesperia is uniquely situated in both…
MSP report. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020: – 6:02 p.m., two-vehicle crash, no injuries, Maple Island Road near East Skeels Road, Greenwood Township. – 7:32 p.m., a 20-year-old Hesperia man was arrested for driving while license suspended and on an outstanding warrant, M 20 near…
Free Fishing Weekend is Feb. 15, 16. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering a Free Fishing Weekend Saturday, Feb. 15 and Sunday, Feb. 16. All fishing license fees will be waived for two days. A Recreation Passport will not be required for entry into state parks and boating access sites during Free Fishing Weekend. Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing…
HPD report. The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020: – 9:37 a.m., harassment, 300 block of Lincoln Street, City of Hart. – 12:58 p.m., retail fraud/trespassing, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. – 7 p.m., medical assist, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. Friday, Jan. 31, 2020: –…
27th Circuit Court sentencings, Feb. 6, 2020. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently by Judge Bradley G. Lambrix in 27th Circuit Court: – Benjamin Anthony Kittel, 25, of 1010 S. 42nd Ave., Shelby, was found guilty Nov. 25 of assault with a weapon and was sentenced Feb. 3, 2020 to one year in jail…
Optimists donate $1,000 to library. HESPERIA — The Shelby Optimist Club recently awarded the Hesperia Community Library a $1,000 donation that will be used to help fund the summer reading and Imagination Library programs. The national Imagination Library program founded by celebrity Dolly Parton helps develop reading skills for children under the age of 5. “Parents who are residents of…
New Dollar General store to open in Hart. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. GOLDEN TOWNSHIP – A new Dollar General store will open on Polk Road just outside the Hart city limits and west of the US 31 expressway this spring. “We are excited to be under construction on a new Dollar General location in Hart, Michigan at 4940 West Polk…
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