Newly-released crime thriller takes place in Oceana County By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — After author Jill Wagner first visited Oceana County last summer, she soon decided it would serve as the perfect setting for her next book. Jane’s Punishment, which is the second book in a series, is now available on Amazon. “Last summer when I visited Mears and…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Aug. 23, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: Darryl Deshawn Hunt, 22, of 497 Isabella Ave., Muskegon, pleaded guilty June 12 to two counts of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine and was sentenced Aug. 21 to two concurrent terms of two to 20 years in prison with credit for…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 23, 2023 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Ryan Terry Scott, 28, of 1000 Rosedale Ave., Glen Burnie, Maryland; delivery/manufacture of a controlled substance — narcotic or cocaine less than 50 grams and delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine or ecstasy. Preliminary exam: Sept. 5 at 1 p.m. Bail:…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Aug. 22, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Damian Michael Wilder, 36, of 415 State St., Shelby, pleaded guilty Aug. 15 to third-degree retail fraud and was sentenced to 37 days suspended jail with credit for 37 days served and $250 in fines and costs. Jillian Elizabeth…
Obituary: Beverley Hansen, 93, of Hart Beverley June Hansen, 93, of Hart, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023. She was born October 13, 1929, in Muskegon, the daughter of William and Mildred (Whitaker) Smith. In 1966, Beverley and her husband, Don, moved to Hart and founded Hansen Foods, previously the Hart Thrift Way. Together they grew their business into a…
Several teens cited for possessing alcohol CLAYBANKS TOWNSHIP — Two different groups of teenagers were cited by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies for minor in possession of alcohol/MIP during the early morning hours of Saturday, Aug. 19, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Four 17-year-old boys received MIP citations on West Winston Road at 2:37 a.m. Two of the boys…
Motorcycle stolen GOLDEN TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 2006 Yamaha YZF-600 motorcycle that was stolen from the 5100 block of West Polk Road, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The tan-colored crotch rocket is valued at $1,000. The theft was reported Friday, Aug. 18, around 2:30 p.m. The bike is likely in the…
Sailboat destroyed by fire ignited by lightning strike PENTWATER — A small sailboat was destroyed by a fire that was ignited by a lightning strike Thursday. Aug. 17, shortly after 6:30 a.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Emergency crews were dispatched to a sailboat “fully-engulfed” by fire on Pentwater Lake near Chester Street during an “active thunderstorm,” said…
Employment Opportunity: CTE IT Paraprofessional West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a part-time Career Technical Education (CTE) Paraprofessional – Information Technology. High School diploma required, associate degree preferred; two years experience working in information technology. To view a complete job posting, please visit website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West…
Man pleads to charges in drunk driving crash that killed young couple and their unborn child David Wellington faces up to life in prison By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 29-year-old former Oceana County man faces five to 19 years minimum to a maximum of life in prison after pleading “no contest” in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Friday,…
Employment Opportunity: Head Start Assistant/Bus Driver This is a paid posted. Posted until Aug. 31, 2023.
Employment Opportunity: Custodian/Maintenance West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Custodian/Maintenance. High School diploma and three years experience with building and grounds maintenance required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 18, 2023 Brent William Shull, 48, of Shelby died on Monday, August 14, 2023. Jeane Anne Ripley, 88, of Pentwater, formerly of Kent, Ohio, died Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing of 2018 deaths. Listing…
Employment Opportunity: 3rd Shift Supervisor/Charge Nurse Do you see yourself as a team player? Are you ready for a career where you feel you make a difference in the lives of others? We are looking for a dynamic nurse to lead a team of nurses and CNAs as Third Shift Supervisor/ChargeNurse. Oakview uses an interdisciplinary approach to provide competent and…
HPD report, posted Aug. 17, 2023 The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023: 9:27 p.m., suspicious situation, 300 block of East Main Street, City of Hart. 7:45 p.m., vehicle crash, no injuries, Main and State streets, City of Hart. Friday, Aug. 11, 2023: 10:06 a.m., medical assist, 400 block of Lincoln Street,…
Serita’s Black Rose to perform Thursday evening in Hart HART — Serita’s Black Rose will perform Thursday, Aug. 17, from 7-9 p.m. at the Hart Commons. Bring a lawn chair for seating during the free performance. A self-professed “funkateer,” Serita Crowley of Serita’s Black Rose from Grand Rapids brings a raucous mix of funk, rock, blues, neo-soul and Americana. Serita,…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 17, 2023 HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Daniel Salgado, 36, of 315 Courtland St., Hart; assault with intent to great bodily harm less than murder, methamphetamine possession, possession of a narcotic/cocaine less than 25 grams; and a misdemeanor of driving while license suspended (DWLS). Preliminary…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Aug. 17, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Anthony Alan Brink, 32, of 3709 Cobmoosa Trl., Hesperia, pleaded “no contest” Aug. 15 to attempted assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and was sentenced to three days suspended jail with credit for three days served and $625 in fines and…
UPDATE: The boys have been found safe, Hart Police Chief Juan Salazar reported Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 Hart police looking for 2 runaways HART — The Hart Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two runaway boys, ages 13 and 15 “On Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, Humberto Herebia, 13, and Saul Moran, 15, were last seen at their…
Dirt bike stolen from pole barn HART TOWNSHIP — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office investigated a break-in to a pole barn reported Monday, Aug. 14, shortly after 5 p.m. on Lee’s Lane. A 1986 Yamaha Big Wheel 200 valued at $1,000 was stolen, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The intruder or intruders pried open a door to gain access…
Sergeants get their stripes, new deputy hired HART — Oceana County sheriff’s deputies John Kessler and Jordan Lesausky were promoted to the rank of sergeant this week, and Grant Boyd was hired as a new deputy. Sergeants Kessler and Lesausky are assigned to the sheriff’s office corrections division working in the Oceana County Jail. Sgt. Kessler has been working for…
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