CRYSTAL VALLEY — A Crystal Valley/Hart area man in his early 50s suffered third-degree burns Monday, April 13, at approximately 2 p.m. when a Ford Econoline van caught fire on Mill Road. The man was transported by Oceana County EMS to Mercy Health Lakeshore Campus in Shelby, where he may have been airlifted for treatment. It was unknown at approximately…
HART TWP. — A 66-year-old Twin Lake woman was transported to Mercy Health Lakeshore Campus in Shelby Sunday night, April 12, after the 2003 Dodge Stratus she was riding in struck a deer on northbound US-31 near Polk Road. Charlotte Anne Schroeder had glass in her eye due to the crash, according to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report.…
The Mitten Memo. A blog by Nick Krieger. Last month, there were several noteworthy incidents concerning firearms and Michigan schools. For instance, on March 3, a Macomb County assistant prosecuting attorney inadvertently left his loaded revolver at his son’s elementary school. He was cited and fined $500. In addition, the Macomb County Concealed Weapons Licensing Board suspended his concealed pistol…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. OCEANA COUNTY — With the extremely windy conditions Sunday, April 12, local fire departments were dispatched to four separate grass fires within approximately one hour. Hart Area Fire Department was dispatched to Harrison Road at about 4:30 p.m. for a grass fire. The caller stated that the fire was in a barrel and got out…
GRANT TWP. — In two and a half months, the Double JJ Resort will host the Electric Forest Festival, where tens of thousands of free spirits will traverse the grounds, celebrating music, art and individuality. The gigantic festival is slated for June 25-28, with over 100 bands set to the take the stage, including The String Cheese Incident, Bassnectar, Skrillex, Kaskade,…
The Light Chaser is brought to you by MyProLab.com, a professional photographic lab offering services to the consumer market. MyProLab.com, the official photographic lab of Media Group 31 (our parent company) and Alway Photography. The Light Chaser. A blog by Rob Alway. Chapter 11: The Rules of Composition, part 2 Last time we talked about the Rule of Thirds and…
By Kay Brennan. Hesperia Community Library Director. This is a story perfect for any age but written for upper elementary readers. Ned was a little boy when he and his identical twin built a raft to sail to the ocean. The raft tips and only Ned was rescued. Ned and his parents live in a small village, and his mother…
HART — National Lineman Appreciation Day is Monday, April 13, and cooperatives across the nation, including Great Lakes Energy, will recognize hard working linemen for their work in challenging conditions to keep the lights on and protect the public’s safety. “Electric linemen do not often receive the recognition they deserve,” said Great Lakes Energy’s Chief Executive Officer Steve Boeckman. “They…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Lt. Gov. Brian Calley spoke about the economy of Michigan Friday afternoon during the West Shore Bank Business Symposium at West Shore Community College. Calley said while Michigan wants to invest in manufacturing, the state has seen a lot of growth in other areas of the economy including the service sector, health care…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced this week in 78th District Court: – Ryan Logan Glover, 23, of 1799 N. Lincoln Rd., Ludington, was found guilty April 6 of second-offense operating while intoxicated. He was sentenced to nine days in jail; court will accept weekends or Impact Weekend; one year discretionary jail to ensure compliance…
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART – The following were arraigned Wednesday, April 9, in front of the 78th District Court magistrate: Felonies – Dennis Keith Carter, 60, of 2764 Scenic Dr., Shelby, was arrested March 16 by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of sex offender – failure to comply with reporting duties. Preliminary conference: April 20…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Michigan’s economy is turning around and is continuing to improve. This was the message that Patrick Anderson of Anderson Economic Group of East Lansing told area business leaders during a symposium sponsored by West Shore Bank at West Shore Community College Friday morning. “There were some years when talking about the Michigan economy…
VICTORY TWP. (Mason Co.) – West Shore Community College’s Business Opportunity Center (BOC) is being re-energized by new personnel. Crystal Young has started as the new director, and Cara Mitchell is the administrative assistant. The Business Opportunity Center is the connector between businesses and the college, offering customized trainings, Open Entry/Open Exit courses, and other resources as needed. “The role…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. VICTORY TWP. — Five candidates have been chosen to be considered for the position of the next president of West Shore Community College. The 11 person presidential selection committee conducted 10 interviews the past two days and made its recommendation of the top 5 for the board of trustees to consider. The finalists include: Dr. Burton…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. HART — A 36-year-old Hart man was arrested by the Hart Police Department Monday, April 6, at 9:37 p.m. in the 300 block of State Street on charges of assault and battery and illegal entry.…
Donald Rought, 73, of Hesperia, died April 7, 2015. Harris Funeral Home, Shelby List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. ROTHBURY — A 33-year-old Rothbury man could face charges of “operating while intoxicated and/or reckless driving,” said Lt. Craig Mast of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office, following an incident at the Wesco convenience store on Oceana Drive Wednesday night, April 8, in which a natural gas line was severed. Both the Wesco store and the…
The weather report: Overnight: A slight chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 a.m. Cloudy, with a low around 39. Northeast wind 10 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Sunrise: 7:14 a.m. Sunset: 8:22 p.m. Thursday, April 9,…
PENTWATER – In mid-March, more than 45 Pentwater residents met at the village hall to discuss the future of the village’s waterfront. The Pentwater community is now invited to the next phase of the case study to identify sustainable harbor management strategies. The village and project team will host a three-day planning meeting, or “design charrette,” April 17-19, to identify…
The Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone that after the heavy ice and snow cover melt on Michigan’s lakes this early spring, it may be common to discover dead fish or other aquatic creatures. This year’s winter with heavy snow, extreme cold temperatures and thick ice cover will create conditions that cause fish and other creatures such as turtles, frogs,…
LEAVITT TWP. — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a larceny complaint from a resident in the 4800 block of East Deer Road who told police that a dirt bike and a quad were stolen from his property some time between Monday, April 6, and Tuesday, April 7. A 1988 Yamaha YZ250 purple and white motorcycle with a tiger-shark…
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