Sexual assault case heads to trial

September 28, 2015
Sexual assault case heads to trial

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The case against a 36-year-old Montague man facing felony charges of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC); third-degree CSC; and delivery of marijuana to a minor is set for trial in January. Anthony Joseph Aguilera, of 6588 50th Ave., appeared in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 28, for a pretrial hearing with his attorney,…

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Break-in among police activity

September 28, 2015
Break-in among police activity

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. Recent Oceana County activity of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police includes: Friday, Sept. 25, 2015: – 7:30 p.m., property dispute, 1000 block of E. Emerald, Golden Twp. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015: – 4:40 p.m., car-deer crash, Harrison Rd. and 144th…

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Sibling artists work displayed at West Shore CC.

September 28, 2015
Sibling artists work displayed at West Shore CC.

VICTORY TWP. (Mason County) – Megan and Kristin Quinn, sisters now living in Illinois’ Quad Cities, are displaying their artwork at the Manierre Dawson Gallery on the campus of West Shore Community College until October 8. Megan Quinn is a potter and educator living in Rock Island, Illinois and teaching ceramics at Augustana College. On the other side of the…

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Hesperia students enjoy ‘Mathemagics’

September 27, 2015
Hesperia students enjoy ‘Mathemagics’

VICTORY TWP. — A total of 40 Hesperia math students traveled to West Shore Community College Thursday, Sept. 24, for an evening of “Mathemagics.”   Dr. Arthur Benjamin, who is a highly-renowned mathematician put on a show sharing some amazing mathematical “tricks” and techniques mixed in with a little magic and humor.   The event kicked off a year-long program…

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Volunteer for United Way Day of Caring Oct. 3

September 27, 2015
Volunteer for United Way Day of Caring Oct. 3

OCEANA COUNTY – Day of Caring, an annual event which brings volunteers together for projects benefiting Oceana County, is set for Saturday, Oct. 3. United Way volunteers will help The Ladder Community Center, neighborhoods in Shelby, and Bread of Life Food Pantry in Hart. The morning’s projects will include cleaning, painting, yard work, small home repairs, and various other projects.…

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Sweet justice?

September 25, 2015
Sweet justice?

HART– Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon gets a pie in the face from defense attorney Julie Springstead Waltz during a fundraiser for United Way Friday, Sept. 25, on the courthouse lawn. Hansen Foods donated the pies. Photo by Oceana County Sheriff’s Deputy Dave Gregwer.  

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78th District Court arraignments

September 25, 2015
78th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Freddie Lee Patterson II, 29, of 1923 Ray St., Muskegon, was arrested Sept. 5 by the Michigan State Police (MSP) in the Village of Rothbury for a felony of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and second-offense habitual offender. Preliminary…

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78th District Court sentencings

September 25, 2015
78th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Brandon Lee Burkett, 25, of 6315 S. Ryerson Rd. Twin Lake, was found guilty Sept. 21 of operating while impaired. He was sentenced to 93 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with court orders; credit for time served if imposed; $1,580 in fines…

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Domestic assault arrest

September 25, 2015
Domestic assault arrest

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. ROTHBURY — A 30-year-old Montague woman was arrested by troopers from the Hart post of the Michigan State Police for domestic assault Thursday, Sept. 24, at 8:15 p.m. in the 2000 block of Winston Road. MSP also responded to a car-deer crash…

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Welcome to the world! Recent birth.

September 24, 2015
Welcome to the world! Recent birth.

Recent births are brought to you by Linda’s Baby Shop and Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below.  Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  Alexandra Lee Hughart, the daughter of Samantha and Jonathan Hughart of Hart, was born Sept. 21, 2015. If you have a birth announcement and photo to post, please email…

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Drunk driver arrested following crash

September 24, 2015
Drunk driver arrested following crash

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. CLAYBANKS TWP. — A 55-year-old Shelby woman was arrested by troopers from the Hart post of the Michigan State Police for operating while intoxicated Wednesday, Sept. 23, following a property damage crash at 9:13 p.m. at 56th Avenue and Winston Road. Other…

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Victim seeks help identifying break-in suspects in video

September 24, 2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIxeIhxI4cU These suspects in the above video allegedly broke into vehicles at Heykoop’s warehouse complex in Shelby. Please contact Officer Terry TenBrink with the Shelby Police Department at 231-861-6269 or call Andrew Heykoop at 231-736-9821 if you have information.

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2 teens arrested for throwing rocks from school roof

September 24, 2015

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor WALKERVILLE — Two Walkerville teenagers were arraigned in 78th District Court recently on misdemeanor charges following their arrests last month for throwing rocks at passing vehicles from the roof of Walkerville High School. Morgan James Pearson, 18, of 160 S. East St., faces charges of malicious destruction of property (MDOP) less than $200 and littering…

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‘Pizza and politics’ Oct. 4

September 24, 2015

HART — The Oceana County Republican Committee’s annual fall rally, “Pizza and Politics,” is set for Sunday, Oct. 4, at Hart Pizza, beginning at noon.   “In the past, we have always had a brat fry,” said County Chair Dr. Rudy Ochs. “This year, we decided to try something totally different in hopes of attracting new people. It will be…

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Meth lab dismantled

September 23, 2015
Meth lab dismantled

NEWFIELD TWP. — Members of SSCENT and the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in the 8900 block of East Newfield Drive Wednesday, Sept. 23.   Several items used in methamphetamine production were located inside the home. The case is under investigation. Meth production involves the use of hazardous materials and requires specially-trained technicians to clean up the…

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Recent death, reported Sept. 23, 2015.

September 23, 2015

Damon Lee Crumb, 74, of Pentwater, passed away September 18, 2015.  Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Hart. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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College Night at West Shore on Oct. 5.

September 23, 2015
College Night at West Shore on Oct. 5.

VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) – Representatives from over 40 colleges, universities and military organizations are coming to help college-bound students plan their futures during the annual “College Night” in the West Shore Community College Recreation Center. The event, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Mon., Oct. 5, is designed for high school students, their parents, and anyone interested in comparing…

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Chase suspect charged with 5 felonies

September 23, 2015
Chase suspect charged with 5 felonies

PENTWATER — The 18-year-old man who was arrested Monday afternoon by the Pentwater Police Department after jumping from his vehicle during a high-speed chase has been arraigned in 78th District Court on five felony charges. Valentine Alejandro Segura, 18, of 611 Dowland St., Ludington was arraigned on two separate warrants, according to Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. Michigan State Police…

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Trail cam photos lead to suspect

September 23, 2015
Trail cam photos lead to suspect

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. OTTO TWP. — A suspect allegedly involved in a break-in to a home and shed on 142nd Avenue near Rothbury has been interviewed by Oceana County Sheriff’s Office detectives, and a warrant is pending for her arrest, said OCSO Lt. Craig Mast Wednesday morning, Sept. 23. The victim of the break-in released trail camera photos…

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Garbage truck destroyed in blaze

September 23, 2015
Garbage truck destroyed in blaze

By Allison Scarbrough. OPC Editor. BENONA TWP. — A pole barn fire Sunday evening, Sept. 20, at Son’s Disposal totally destroyed a garbage truck, said owner Larry Keeler. “It looks like a ceiling fan caught on fire from what the firemen were telling me,” Keeler said. “And that caught the ceiling on fire which dripped down on one of our…

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Returnables stolen from convenience store

September 22, 2015

WEARE TWP. — The manager at Pentwater Convenience Center on West Monroe Road noticed someone had covered up a video camera and discovered there were four large bags of returnable cans valued at $80 missing Friday, Sept. 18, according to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office. If anyone has any information about the theft, contact the sheriff’s office at (231) 873-2121.

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Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks