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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Man arrested after jumping from vehicle during high-speed chase

September 21, 2015

PENTWATER — An 18-year-old Mason County man was arrested by the Pentwater Police Department after jumping from his vehicle during a high-speed chase Monday afternoon, Sept. 21. The suspect was wanted for a burglary that had just occurred in Pentwater Township. “Acting on a ‘be on the lookout’ (BOL) broadcast of a burglary in progress, officers located the suspect vehicle and attempted…

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Fugitive arrests, crashes top police activity

September 21, 2015
Fugitive arrests, crashes top police activity

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County over the weekend, Sept. 18-120, 2015 includes: Friday, Sept. 18, 2015: – 12:37 p.m., a 39-year-old Mears man was arrested for driving while license suspended (DWLS), Stony Lake Rd. and 64th Ave., Benona…

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Semi vs. power pole crash causes widespread outage

September 21, 2015
Semi vs. power pole crash causes widespread outage

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. SHELBY — A driver of a Roadway semi truck who was pulling out of Advanced Architechural near the Dollar General store struck a power pole, knocking it down, and causing another power pole to be dragged down Monday, Sept. 21, at approximately 11:30 a.m. The two downed power poles, which affected approximately three transformers, caused…

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Minor damages in pole barn fire

September 21, 2015
Minor damages in pole barn fire

By Allison Scarbrough. OPC Editor. BENONA TWP. — Firefighters from five area departments quickly extinguished a fire in the attic of a pole barn Sunday evening, Sept. 20, at Son’s Disposal, saving the building. No one was injured in the blaze, which was toned out at 7:21 p.m., said Shelby-Benona Fire Chief Jack White. The scene at 3510 S. 34th…

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Hart Rotary to host mobile food pantry

September 20, 2015

HART — The Hart Rotary Club, in conjunction with United Way of the Lakeshore, is sponsoring a food truck in which 10,000 pounds of food will be distributed Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Spitler Elementary School parking lot. The Feeding America mobile food pantry will be able to feed 200 families and individuals in Oceana…

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27th Circuit Court sentencings include 3rd-offense OUIL, receiving/concealing, larceny

September 19, 2015

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced this week in 27th Circuit Court: – Miguel Calderon, 54, of 1509 Grandville Ave., Grand Rapids, was found guilty July 20 of third-offense operating under the influence of liquor (OUIL). He was sentenced Sept. 14 to four months up front of a nine-month discretionary jail term; serving weekends beginning…

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Man faces 4 drug charges stemming from SSCENT investigation

September 18, 2015
Man faces 4 drug charges stemming from SSCENT investigation

NEW ERA — A 24-year-old New Era man was arrested at his home Monday, Sept. 14, by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office on a three-count felony warrant on charges of delivery of cocaine, MDMA (ecstasy) and marijuana. Jarred James Conkle was lodged in the Oceana County Jail and arraigned in 78th District Court. His bond was set at $5,000/10 percent.…

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Homeowner releases photos of break-in, seeks help identifying suspects

September 18, 2015
Homeowner releases photos of break-in, seeks help identifying suspects

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. OTTO TWP. — A local man who is the victim of a break-in to his home on 142nd Avenue near Rothbury that he discovered, Aug. 18, is seeking help identifying the suspects. The photos of the young female suspects were taken by a trail camera hidden inside the home, July 12. If anyone can identify the…

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78th District Court sentencings

September 17, 2015
78th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Brandon Scott Thrailkill, 22, of 13 N. Courtland St., Hart, was found guilty Sept. 14 of larceny less than $200. He was sentenced to 67 days in jail with credit for 67 days served; 93 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with court…

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Recent death, reported Sept. 17, 2015.

September 17, 2015

Emma L. Ward, 66, Hart, passed away September 16, 2015.  Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Hart. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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Crashes, gas drive-off among police activity

September 17, 2015
Crashes, gas drive-off 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. Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County Wednesday, Sept. 16, includes: – 12:50 p.m., one-car property damage crash, 192nd Ave. and Yonker Rd., Newfield Twp. – 1:15 p.m., gas drive-off, $23.99 in fuel taken, 4000 block of W. Monroe Rd.,…

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Learning about days gone by.

September 16, 2015
Learning about days gone by.

  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief.  SCOTTVILLE — Hundreds of fifth graders from Mason, Manistee and Oceana counties attended the 21st annual Western Michigan Old Engine Club education day at the club’s grounds at Riverside Park Wednesday. During the interactive event, children learned about rural culture from the past. Upon entering the grounds, the children are given a questionnaire to ask the…

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‘Fowl’ play? Chickens, squash stolen

September 16, 2015
‘Fowl’ play? Chickens, squash stolen

HESPERIA — A larceny of two chickens and five Hubbard squash from a residence located in the 3900 block of White River Drive was reported to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Sept. 14. The homeowner told police that the theft occurred some time within the last three weeks. The victim said he was sitting at his table recently with…

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Group explores connecting Pentwater to rail trail; meeting Oct. 19

September 16, 2015
Group explores connecting Pentwater to rail trail; meeting Oct. 19

Story and photos contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — A group of avid bicyclists and area government officials believe the best way to provide a safer bicycling route between Pentwater and the William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Bike Trail is to construct a 10-foot wide designated bike lane along six miles of area roads. This topic was discussed at a recent…

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Job fair Oct. 24

September 16, 2015

HART — Are you looking for reliable employees? Are you looking for a good job? The Oceana County Economic Development Corporation will host a job fair Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hart Community Center, located behind city hall at 407 State St. Employers will gain access to a larger number of candidates in a…

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Assault, larceny among police activity

September 16, 2015
Assault, larceny 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 Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County includes: Monday, Sept. 14, 22015: – 12:32 p.m., assault, 8000 block of Robinhood Dr., Grant Twp., case is under investigation. – 8:40 p.m., car-deer crash, Washington and 120th Ave., Crystal Twp. Tuesday,…

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Local family sponsors suicide prevention movie premiere

September 16, 2015

PENTWATER — Holland business leader Wayne J. Elhart of the Elhart Automotive Campus succumbed to depression, which resulted in his suicide, March 27. Wayne was the son of Barbara Davidson and step-son of Gene Davidson, community leaders in the Village of Pentwater. The Davidson and Elhart family has embraced this tragedy and is making it into an opportunity to serve…

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Hole in one

September 16, 2015
Hole in one

SHELBY — Werner Klisch of Ludington recorded his second career hole in one Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Oceana Golf Club. He accomplished the feat on the 17th hole measuring 152 yards using a five iron. The shot was witnessed by David Witham. Congratulations, Werner!

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