David Markiewicz Memorial silent auction Saturday. SHELBY – David Markiewicz’s memory lives on through generous contributions made in the late 2005 Shelby High School graduate’s name, and a silent auction this Saturday Sept. 22 will help raise funds for local school music programs. The silent auction runs in conjunction with a golf scramble at the Oceana Golf Course, although you…
New Era man pleads ‘no contest’ in strangulation case. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – A 23-year-old New Era man pleaded “no contest” Monday, Sept. 17, in 27th Circuit Court to assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder/strangulation. Joshua Samuel-Thomas Jenkins, of 2953 Tahoe Trail, faces a jail term not exceeding three months, said Oceana…
‘You’re 31 years old. Figure it out,’ judge tells defendant. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 31-year-old Shelby man sentenced Monday, Sept. 17, in 27th Circuit Court to seven months in jail for a conviction of third-offense domestic violence, received a strong message from Judge Bradley G. Lambrix. “This whole experience has humbled me, and it’s time that…
Man arrested for marijuana possession, OUID. #OceanaCountyCrime GRANT TOWNSHIP – A 21-year-old Montague man was arrested by Michigan State Police troopers from the Hart post for marijuana possession and operating under the influence of drugs (OUID) Monday, Sept, 17, at 2 a.m. on Oceana Drive near Skeels Road. Other recent MSP activity in Oceana County includes: Friday, Sept. 14, 2018:…
Heroin dealer sentenced to jail, rehab. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – A 31-year-old Mears man was sentenced to one year in jail for convictions of two felony counts of heroin delivery – less than 50 grams in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 17. Antonio Jesus Gonzales, of 5710 W. Third St., was initially facing five counts of heroin…
Walkerville man pleads guilty to assault with knife. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 39-year-old Walkerville man pleaded guilty to felonious assault Monday, Sept. 17, in 27th Circuit Court. Christopher Lee Merriman, of 4427 N. 176th Ave., was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office for two counts of felonious assault following a June 11 incident in Leavitt…
Recent deaths, posted Sept. 17, 2018 #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Bertie Lou Oberlin, 90, of Shelby, died on Thursday, September 13, 2018. Evelyn L. Nelson, 84, died Thursday, September 13, 2018. William E. Courtland, 99, of Ludington, formerly of Scottville, died on September 16, 2018. An obituary will run tomorrow. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove…
Upcoming Hart library events. The following are upcoming events at the Hart Area Public Library: Monday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Family Story Hour – PYRATES! The Lakeshore Pyrate Heads return for this storytelling event that is appropriate for all ages. Thursday, Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Michael Deeb – A presentation by the author about his research and writings…
Fountain Hill offering free parenting workshops. NEW ERA — The Fountain Hill Center for Counseling and Consultation’s Lakeshore Office is offering free parenting workshops beginning this week, which include: – Creating Positive Boundaries with Kids Tuesday, Sept. 18 from 5:30–8 p.m., New Era Elementary, 2752 Hillcrest Dr., New Era. “We create boundaries every day. Usually with negative results. This workshop…
Opioid OD prevention training Sept. 27. HART – As opioid-related overdoses continue to rise nationwide, the local community is taking action. To prevent overdose deaths in Oceana County, the local substance abuse prevention coalition, Oceana Leads, in partnership with the Grand Rapids Red Project will host an opioid overdose and naloxone training Thursday, Sept. 27, from 6-7 p.m. at the…
Senior center now offering breakfast. #OceanaCountyCouncilonAging HART – Community members now have an additional breakfast option in town each week. Oceana County Council on Aging is offering breakfast on Thursdays from 8:30-9 a.m. OCCOA received funds coordinated by District Health Department #10’s Building Healthy Communities program to help increase promotion and access to healthy foods within local communities. DHD10’s Building…
27th Circuit Court sentencings, posted Sept. 14, 2018. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were sentenced recently in 27th Circuit Court: – Ryan Todd Lorenzen, 37, of 1103 W. Main St., Fremont, was found guilty of probation violation and sentenced Sept. 10 to one year in jail with credit for 182 days served; $1,708 in restitution; and…
78th District Court sentencings, posted Sept. 14, 2018. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Eric Scott Loudermilk, 34, of 4460 W. Lever Rd., Hart, pleaded “no contest” Sept. 10 to disturbing the peace and was sentenced to 90 days discretionary jail; $1,525 in restitution; and $400 in fines and…
78th District Court arraignments, posted Sept. 14, 2018. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Michael Martell Dunlap, 34, of 5648 W. Johnson Rd., Fremont, was arrested by Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of third-offense domestic violence. Preliminary conference: Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety.…
Warrant arrests, thefts top HPD activity. #HartPoliceDepartment HART – The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018: – 12:53 a.m., a 28-year-old Ludington man was arrested for operating a motor vehicle without a license, Oceana Drive and Polk Road, City of Hart. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. – 11:53 a.m., wellbeing…
Shoplifting investigation tops police activity. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Monday, Sept. 10, 2018: – 5:46 p.m., retail fraud/shoplifting, Dollar General, Michigan Avenue, Village of Rothbury. Case is under investigation. – 7:30 p.m., car/deer crash, M 20 and 162nd Avenue, Newfield Township. Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018: –…
Fit Club begins at county elementary schools. The Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Win With Wellness Fit Club kicked off this week in elementary schools across Oceana County. Fit Club is a free, fitness and health education program designed to encourage heathy behaviors in children. It was created for all kids to learn about health topics, participate in fitness activities and…
Scottville Clown Band releases newest album. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band has released its 11th recording. “The Clowns of Summer” features a variety of songs that have not been released in previous albums, along with some fan favorites, such as “When the Saints Go Marching In” and “Minnie the Moocher.” The album is currently available in CD, but a…
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