Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers will be enhancing statewide efforts to enforce snowmobile decibel level rules this winter. Noncompliance of the rules could damage Michigan’s nationally recognized trail system because 50 percent of trails pass through private land. Enhanced efforts will focus on the DNR-managed trail systems, high-use areas and areas where complaints are received. While on routine…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Friday, Dec. 4, 2015: – 3 p.m., hit-and-run property damage accident, Scout Road and 192nd Ave., Leavitt Township. Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015: – 6:19 p.m.,…
West Shore Bank will hold holiday open houses at all its branch locations this Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The bank has offices in Ludington, Scottville, Manistee and Hart. For more information, visit www.WestShoreBank.com.
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 20-year-old Rothbury man was sentenced to one year in jail for a conviction of third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 7. Ryanthoni Hilliard, of 9154 S. Oceana Dr., was also sentenced to five years probation; must register as a sex offender; and must have no contact with…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 37-year-old Montague man faces jail time after pleading guilty Monday, Dec. 7, in 27th Circuit Court to delivery of a controlled substance — marijuana — to a minor. Anthony Joseph Aguilera, of 6588 50th Ave., was initially charged with one count of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC); one count of third-degree CSC;…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The 29-year-old Hart woman who assaulted her boyfriend’s wife with a vehicle and threw a rock through a window pleaded guilty Monday, Dec. 7, in 27th Circuit Court to charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and malicious destruction of property. Jackie Lee Knight, of 790 S. 144th Ave., is facing a 30-day…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 27-year-old Shelby woman convicted of harboring a felon was sentenced to serve 30 days of a nine-month discretionary jail sentence, which she has already served, in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 7, for her involvement in hiding her husband who was accused of a hit-and-run accident with a skateboarder. Abigail Delight Dutton,…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — An 18-year-old Walkerville man is looking at serving six months in jail after pleading guilty to breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 7. Morgan James Pearson, of 160 E. East St., testified that he and two co-defendants broke into a garage last August in the…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 58-year-old Montague man was sentenced in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 7, to 14-60 years in prison for molesting a 13-year-old girl. Edward Anthony Morpeth, of 9561 Oaklawn St., will also be subject to lifetime electronic monitoring as part of his sentence, which was handed down by Judge Anthony A. Monton. “I…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Calla Rain Gutierrez, the daughter of Makaila Lopez and Matthew Gutierrez of Hart, was born December 3, 2015. Esau Lemuel Guevara Jr., the son of Karina Hernandez and Esau Guevara of Hart, was born…
James A. Kludy, 55, of New Era, died Sat. December 5, 2015. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home in Shelby. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. ROTHBURY — The 70-year tradition of the Old Newsies and the Goodfellows continues as dedicated members took to the streets of Oceana County Saturday, Dec. 5, gathering donations from motorists at major intersections. Bill Cook, who has participated in the annual program since 1976, said that $4,300-$4,500 was raised by the Old Newsies in the…
‘Living in the OC’ is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. PENTWATER — Retired U.S. Marine Jim Carlson is tough as steel, but he has a heart of gold. The Oceana County Toys for Tots Coordinator, with his wife Sheila at his side, works year-round to make sure…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Danell Lawrence, 36, of 3316 6th St., Muskegon, was arrested by the State, Sheriffs’, Chiefs’ Enforcement of Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for a felony of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Preliminary conference: Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. Bail: $15,000/cash/surety. – Pamela…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Craig Alan Baron, 53, of 8617 W. Arthur Rd., Hesperia, was found guilty Nov. 30 of operating with a high blood alcohol content (BAC). He was sentenced to 180 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with court orders; credit for time served if…
PENTWATER — The 48-year-old missing Illinois woman, who the Pentwater Police Department was assisting the Oak Park (Illinois) Police Department in the search of, has been found dead in Illinois, said Pentwater Police Chief Laude Hartrum Thursday, Dec. 3. Alicia Yaus was last seen Nov. 28 near her Illinois home. Pentwater police assisted in the investigation, because Yaus’ family has…
COLFAX TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old Walkerville woman received minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash on East Madison Road near North 168th Avenue Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 5:45 a.m., according to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. The woman told police that she was eastbound on her way to work and hit a patch of ice and lost control of the 2003…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is activity in Oceana County of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015: – 2:40 a.m., a 25-year-old Hart man was arrested for domestic violence, 1000 block of N. Oceana Dr., Hart Township. – 11:20…
HART — Choices West Counseling Services, Inc., a substance abuse treatment center in Hart, was chosen Wednesday, Dec. 2, by the Women Who Care of Oceana County (WWC) to receive personal checks from each of its members totaling $14,000. The center provides outpatient treatment, prevention and educational services for adolescents, persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, pregnant and…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Police Department is assisting the Oak Park Police Department in the investigation of a missing 48-year-old Oak Park, Illinois woman. Alicia Yaus was last seen Nov. 28, 2015 leaving her Oak Park residence driving a dark blue Volvo XC70 bearing Illinois registration “A234609.” She is 5’7” tall; weighs 130 pounds; and has brown hair and blue…
The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is recent activity in Oceana County of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police: Monday, Nov. 30, 2015: – 3:30 a.m., a 60-year-old New Era man was arrested for domestic violence, 2000 block of W. Cleveland Rd., Grant Township.…
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