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Suspect flees from deputies on crotch rocket

September 19, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com.  GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — A suspect believed to be a male fled from Oceana County sheriff’s deputies on a “crotch rocket” style motorcycle Wednesday evening, Sept. 17, said Sgt. Jeremy Swihart. The chase began around 8:30 p.m. on Maple Island Road, and the suspect…

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Obituary: Barbara Ann Favre, 82, of Pentwater

September 19, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann (Schissler) Favre, 82, of Pentwater. Barbara died Thursday, September 18, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 3, 1943, in Chicago, the daughter of Stephen and Josephine…

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Obituary: Vincent Paul Greiner, 69, of Hart

September 19, 2025

Vincent Paul Greiner, 69, of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. He was born October 13, 1955, in Hart, to John and Agnes Greiner. He was the sixth of 11 children and had several fond memories of growing up in a large household.…

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Downtown Hart to host full weekend of arts, music, cycling Oct. 4–5

September 18, 2025

HART – Downtown Hart will be buzzing with activity the weekend of Oct. 4–5, 2025, as the community celebrates three major events: the Fourth Annual ArtWalk, the Fourth Annual HartPrize,…

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HPD report, published Sept. 18, 2025

September 18, 2025

The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025: 8:48 a.m., motorist assist, East Main and State streets, City of Hart. 3:02 p.m., driving complaint,…

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DHD #10 announces upcoming COVID and flu walk-in clinics

September 18, 2025

HART – District Health Department #10 announced that 2025-2026 COVID-19 and flu immunizations are now available, and upcoming COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinics are scheduled. The new Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination…

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Obituary: Mary Carolyn (Taber) Klisch, 83 of Ludington, formerly of Pentwater

September 18, 2025

Mary Carolyn (Taber) Klisch, 83 of Ludington, formerly of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Ludington. She was born on October 27, 1941, in Battle Creek, to…

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Woman sent to prison for meth was warned by judge years ago

September 17, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 37-year-old woman was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Sept. 16, to three to 40 years in prison for a…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published Sept. 17, 2025

September 17, 2025

HART — The following were sentenced Monday, Sept. 15, in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Carson Trey Griffin, 19, pleaded guilty Aug. 4 to unlawful driving away of an…

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Man serving 20-80 year prison term for deadly drug deal adds another five years for other crimes

September 17, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Oceana County man who was sentenced to 20-80 years in prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court, July 1, for the…

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M 120 between Cleveland and Arthur roads to be closed for road work

September 17, 2025

GREENWOOD — Maintenance work on M 120 in between Cleveland and Arthur roads is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 22, at 6 a.m., according to the Oceana County Road Commission.…

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Obituary: Gregorio V. Luevano, 85, of Walkerville

September 17, 2025

Gregorio V. Luevano, 85, of Walkerville, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025. He was born May 25, 1940, in Edinburg, Texas, the son of Jose Tereso and Estanislada (Villarreal) Luevano.…

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Obituary: Dianne Lee Campbell, 70, of Walkerville

September 17, 2025

Dianne Lee Campbell, 70, of Walkerville, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025. She was born April 9, 1955, in Muskegon, the daughter of Franklin and Ruth (Hartman) Sallgren. On August…

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Memorial service announcement: Judge John Carney Jr.

September 17, 2025

A memorial service for Judge John Richard Carney Jr., who died on Aug. 19, 2025 at the age of 78 will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 from noon…

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Employment: Maintenance/Custodian, West Shore ESD

September 17, 2025

Employment: Maintenance/Custodian, West Shore ESD West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Maintenance/Custodian. High School diploma and at least six months of related experience in building…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Sept. 16, 2025

September 16, 2025

HART — The following were arraigned recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Ricky Lee Eschman, 64, of Shelby, first-degree criminal sexual conduct — victim under age 13.…

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Recent death: Dr. John Craig Persson, 71, of Pentwater

September 16, 2025

  Dr. John Craig Persson, 71, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday September 16, 2025. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com.…

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Rothbury man sentenced to prison for sex crime

September 15, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HART — A 38-year-old Rothbury man convicted of third-degree criminal sexual conduct was sentenced to 32 months to 15 years in prison in Oceana County’s…

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Kayaks, trailer stolen during break-in

September 15, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com.  BENONA TOWNSHIP — A utility trailer, two kayaks, a generator, a lawnmower and…

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Working the Great Lakes: Hart resident keeps the tug Undaunted maintained

September 14, 2025

Kevin Hallack stands on shore in Ludington near the PM 41 and Undaunted. This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Hankwitz Heating & Cooling, 609 S. Washington Ave., Ludington;…

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Obituary: Thomas Bruce Shatney, 87, of Muskegon, formerly of Hesperia

September 14, 2025

Thomas Bruce Shatney, 87, of Muskegon, formerly of Hesperia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. A 1957 graduate of Hesperia High School, Tom worked…

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