The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning until 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28. Beginning early Monday morning temperatures may range from 15 to 20 below zero with 8 to 12 inches of snow possible.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning until 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28. Beginning early Monday morning temperatures may range from 15 to 20 below zero with 8 to 12 inches of snow possible.

HPD report, posted Jan. 25, 2019. #OceanaCountyCrime The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019: – 12:47 p.m., medical assist, 700 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. – 2:45 p.m., illegal dumping, 3000 block of Polk Road, City of Hart. – 3:20 p.m., disorderly conduct, West Main and Water streets, City of…

Closings and cancellations, Jan. 25, 2019 This list may be updated. Please do not post cancellations in the comment section. If you have a cancellation, please email editor@mediagroup31.com. Presented by La Probadita Mercado & Taqueria, 19 S. State St., Hart; 231-873-4069, Facebook. Walkerville Public Schools Pentwater Public Schools Hart Public Schools Oceana Christian School West Shore Educational Service District (including…

Police investigate string of cottage break-ins. #OceanaCountyCrime CLAYBANKS TOWNSHIP – The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a string of cottage break-ins that occurred in the 8200 block of South Scenic Drive in Stony Lake Wednesday morning, Jan. 23. Central Dispatch received an alarm call from one of the cottages at 4 a.m., said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. When…

Recent births, reported Jan. 24, 2019. #OceanaCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Aidan Wayne Tacey, the son of Laura Roberts and Philip Tacey of Pentwater, was born Jan. 17, 2019. Shelby Gem Factory, 1330 Industrial Drive, Shelby; 231-861-2165; www.shelbygemfactory.com; has sponsored this post. List of 2019 births.
Closings and cancelations, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. This list may be updated. Please do not comment with a cancelation. Email us at editor@mediagroup31.com. You must represent the entity that is closing in an official capacity. West Shore Community College Humankind Series’ panel discussion (Crossing Borders: Carrying Home Traditions) scheduled for tonight at the Oceana County Service Building in Hart, has been…

Marijuana grow lights stolen during break-in. #OceanaCountyCrime ROTHBURY – The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in at a residence in the 7600 block of South Michigan Avenue Saturday, Jan. 20, in which two marijuana grow lights were stolen, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The break-in was reported at 2:38 a.m. One of the lights is valued at…

Village suggests running water to prevent frozen pipes. #ShelbyVillage SHELBY – The Village of Shelby is encouraging residents to run water from their faucets to prevent pipes from freezing in their homes. “With these extremely cold temperatures, you may want to consider letting your water run if you have had problems with frozen pipes in the past,” states a post…

Near family providing three generations of public service. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY – Andy Near grew up watching his dad, Ken Near, routinely attend Shelby Township Board meetings. Andy – following in his father’s footsteps – serves as a Shelby Village Council trustee. Now, a third-generation Near family member begins her tenure in public service as Andy’s 26-year-old daughter…

Recent deaths, posted Jan. 21, 2019 #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Susan Louise Funderburg, 63, of Walkerville, died on Thursday, January 17, 2019. Janet L. Ward, 76, of Shelby, died on Monday, January 14, 2019. Robert C. “Bob” Erickson, 90, of Shelby, died on Friday, January 18, 2019. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr.,…
Huizenga to hold coffee hours in Hart Monday. HART — Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-Zeeland) will hold a coffee hour with constituents Monday, Jan. 21 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, 12 S. State St. Huizenga represents Michigan’s 2nd congressional district, which includes Oceana County.
Closings and cancellations, Monday, Jan. 21, 2019 This list may be updated. Hart Public Schools. Pentwater Public Schools. Walkerville Public Schools Oceana Christian School West Shore Educational Service District (including ESD)

78th District Court sentencings, posted Jan. 20, 2019. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Ray Curtis Hamilton, 35, of 1757 Smith St., Muskegon, was found guilty Jan. 7 of operating while intoxicated and sentenced to 93 days discretionary jail for one year; outpatient treatment; and $1,180 in fines, costs…

Garage fire causes minimal damage. #OceanaCountyNews By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. NEW ERA – A garage located at the corner of Ray Avenue and Second Street received minor damage from a fire Friday evening, Jan. 18. Firefighters from Shelby-Benona and Grant Township departments swiftly extinguished the blaze. The garage, owned by Tom Malda, is insured. Malda, who lives across the street…

Home invasion, gun theft top arraignments. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Christian Joseph Cooper, 18, of 4643 W. Baseline Rd., Shelby, was arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felonies of first-degree home invasion, larceny of a firearm and felony firearm. Preliminary exam: Feb.…

Police investigate attempted burglary. #OceanaCountyCrime GRANT TOWNSHIP – The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted burglary reported Thursday, Jan. 17, at 12:43 a.m. in the 3000 block of Cleveland Road, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “No property was taken,” Mast said. “We do have evidence from the scene and are continuing to investigate.” Other police activity…

No one injured in school bus crash. #OceanaCountyNews OTTO TOWNSHIP – A Montague Area Public Schools bus transporting 10 students crashed into a car on Wilke Road near 116th Avenue Friday, Jan. 18, shortly after noon. No one was injured. The bus, driven by a 71-year-old Montague man, was southbound on 116th Avenue when it turned left (east) onto Wilke…

Man who allegedly pointed gun at pizza delivery driver arraigned. #OceanaCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – The 63-year-old Greenwood Township man who allegedly pointed a shotgun at a Mancino’s pizza delivery driver faces felony charges. Danny Wayne Hassevort, of 8976 Wilke Rd., was arraigned in Oceana County’s 78th District Court on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and…

Man charged in connection to fatal motorcycle crash. #OceanaCountyNews By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 45-year-old Spring Lake man faces two misdemeanor charges in connection to the death of a motorcyclist and the injuries suffered by another motorcyclist stemming from a July 28, 2018 crash in Grant Township. Jeremy Gene Velik, of 2020 Pontaluna Rd., is charged with moving…

$1,000 in change stolen during break-in. #OceanaCountyCrime GRANT TOWNSHIP – The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating a breaking and entering that was reported Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. in the 300 block of Skeels Road in which change totaling $1,000 was stolen, said Sgt. Charles Hockanson. Other MSP activity Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019 includes: –…

Hart police busy with crashes, thefts. #HartPoliceDepartment The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019: – 7:30 a.m., suspicious situation, Hart and Lincoln streets, City of Hart. – 1:48 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries, Oceana Drive and Tyler Road, City of Hart. Friday, Jan. 11, 2019: – 12:28 p.m., suspicious situation, 500 block of…