Man pleads to charges in drunk driving crash that killed young couple and their unborn child

August 18, 2023

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,…

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Employment Opportunity: Head Start Assistant/Bus Driver

August 18, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Head Start Assistant/Bus Driver This is a paid posted. Posted until Aug. 31, 2023. 

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Employment Opportunity: Custodian/Maintenance

August 18, 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…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 18, 2023

August 18, 2023

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…

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Employment Opportunity: 3rd Shift Supervisor/Charge Nurse

August 18, 2023

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…

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HPD report, posted Aug. 17, 2023

August 17, 2023

  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,…

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Serita’s Black Rose to perform Thursday evening in Hart

August 17, 2023

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,…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 17, 2023

August 17, 2023

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…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted Aug. 17, 2023

August 17, 2023

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…

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Hart police looking for 2 runaways

August 16, 2023

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…

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Dirt bike stolen from pole barn

August 16, 2023

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…

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Sergeants get their stripes, new deputy hired

August 16, 2023

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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Employment Opportunity: High School Office Assistant

August 16, 2023

Employment Opportunity: High School Office Assistant Mason County Central Public Schools is hiring a High School Office Assistant for the 2023-2024 school year. For details and to apply, visit: www.mccschools.org. Job #565 Deadline to apply is Aug. 1, 2023 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posted. Posted Aug. 16, to Aug. 30, 2023.

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Riding in honor of fallen officers

August 15, 2023

Riding in honor of fallen officers WEARE TOWNSHIP — The Michigan Police Unity Team made a pit stop at the West Michigan Research Station Tuesday morning, Aug. 15. The team includes more than 40 law enforcement officers from local, state and federal agencies across Michigan who honor fallen officers by riding bicycles. The cyclists rode north through Oceana County with a…

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Wine tasting, live music on tap for New Era Farmers Market Aug. 22

August 15, 2023

Wine tasting, live music on tap for New Era Farmers Market Aug. 22 NEW ERA — Wine tasting with Pleasant Valley Farms and Vineyard of Hart is on tap for the next New Era Farmers Market Tuesday, Aug. 22. The talented duo, Acoustic Oasis, will make its debut in New Era from 5-7 p.m. The market, which runs from 4-7…

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‘Midget wrestling’ at the fairgrounds Saturday

August 15, 2023

‘Midget wrestling’ at the fairgrounds Saturday HART — The Oceana County Fairgrounds will host “midget wrestling” this Saturday, Aug. 19, at 7 p.m. Tickets for the Micro Divas Federation event are $12 in advance for bleacher seats; $15 at the gate for bleacher seats; and $40 for ringside tickets. To purchase advance tickets, visit https://www.microwrestling.com/events/oceanacountyfair?fbclid=IwAR06mcqgfwEAIgOEhRgR3FYMj8oUzrGO5ZM2YJAiAFn7Qmj_s4ZYmc6Cc3c The carnival midway opens at…

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Police news, Aug. 14, 2023

August 14, 2023

Police news, Aug. 14, 2023 The following is recent police activity in Oceana County: Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023: 10:34 p.m., (Oceana County Sheriff’s Office), a 38-year-old Mears man was arrested for disorderly conduct, 3500 block of North Ridge Road, Golden Township. Friday, Aug. 11, 2023: 9:30 a.m., (OCSO), a 49-year-old Mears man was arrested for illegal entry, methamphetamine possession and…

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Detroit man arrested for domestic violence wanted on 13 warrants

August 14, 2023

Detroit man arrested for domestic violence wanted on 13 warrants HART — A 36-year-old Detroit man was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies on charges of domestic violence, interfering with a 911 call, operating while intoxicated and driving while license suspended in the 4200 block of Polk Road, Tuesday, Aug. 8, at 12:45 a.m. The man dragged a woman by…

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Shelby man in stable condition after being shot

August 14, 2023

Shelby man in stable condition after being shot BENONA TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old Shelby man is in stable condition at a Muskegon hospital after being shot with a gun Sunday night, Aug. 13, in the 3700 block of South 60th Avenue, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. No one has been arrested in connection to the shooting, and there…

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Motorcyclist ejected from bike, which hits two parked cars

August 14, 2023

Motorcyclist ejected from bike, which hits two parked cars GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 39-year-old New Era man was transported by Life EMS to an area hospital after being ejected from a 2006 Honda CBR motorcycle, which ran over two parked cars Friday, Aug. 11, shortly after 6 p.m. in the 7500 block of South Sagola Trail, according to Oceana County…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 14, 2023

August 14, 2023

79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 14, 2023 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies Janet Mae-Fawn Hamilton, of 8702 W. South River Dr., Grant; fleeing and eluding police, assaulting/resisting/obstructing police; and and a misdemeanor of operating while intoxicated. Preliminary exam: Aug. 15 at 1 p.m. Bail: $7,500/cash/surety/10 percent.…

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