Pentwater man faces jail time for growing marijuana.

December 21, 2015
Pentwater man faces jail time for growing marijuana.

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 42-year-old Pentwater man faces up to three months in jail after pleading guilty in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 21, to one felony count of manufacturing marijuana – 20 more plants, but less than 200. Clifford Eugene Verschueren, of 4867 W. Adams Rd., testified that he was growing marijuana last June at…

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Driver who crashed into Meyers Chevrolet faces super drunk driving charge.

December 21, 2015
Driver who crashed into Meyers Chevrolet faces super drunk driving charge.

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. NEW ERA — The 21-year-old Shelby man who crashed through a brick wall and smashed into four cars at the Meyers Chevrolet car dealership last month was arrested Dec. 18 on a warrant issued by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office for operating with a high blood alcohol content (BAC), also called “super drunk driving,” said…

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Muskegon man faces 8 1/2 months in jail for heroin delivery

December 21, 2015
Muskegon man faces 8 1/2 months in jail for heroin delivery

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 33-year-old Muskegon man faces an eight-and-a-half month jail term after pleading guilty to a felony count of delivery of heroin/less than 50 grams in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 21. Tommy Watts testified Monday that he sold heroin to someone at the Rothbury Wesco last March. In exchange for his guilty plea,…

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Pentwater man gets more jail time for reporting to jail on drugs

December 21, 2015
Pentwater man gets more jail time for reporting to jail on drugs

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 30-year-old Pentwater man who was sentenced in 27th Circuit Court earlier this month received an added 15 days in jail Monday, Dec. 21, for reporting to jail while under the influence of drugs. Justin Ruben Jobbins, of 554 N. Morris St., was initially ordered to serve weekends in jail, but has now…

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Recent deaths, reported Dec. 18, 2015.

December 18, 2015

John Bell, 57, of Hart, passed away December 17, 2015.  Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. Peter Langstraat, 68, of Hart, passed away December 17, 2015. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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Free tobacco quit line available over the holidays

December 18, 2015
Free tobacco quit line available over the holidays

HART — The holiday season has arrived, and there is no better time for people to adopt a healthy, tobacco-free lifestyle. This year the Michigan Tobacco Quitline is making it easier to quit tobacco by offering free telephone coaching and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) available to Michigan residents, regardless of insurance status. From now until December 31, 2015, the Michigan…

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Domestic violence arrest

December 18, 2015
Domestic violence arrest

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015: – 6:40 p.m., truck/deer crash, Oceana Drive and Jefferson Road, Weare Township. – 6:43 p.m., a 39-year-old Pentwater man was arrested for domestic violence, 4000 block…

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78th District Court arraignments include child abuse, fraud

December 18, 2015
78th District Court arraignments include child abuse, fraud

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Steven Lee Couturier, 34, of 5631 S. Sagola Trail, New Era, was arrested Dec. 4 by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for a felony of third-degree child abuse. Preliminary conference: Dec. 28 at 3 p.m. Bail: $5,000/cash/surety/10…

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78th District Court sentencings

December 17, 2015
78th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Bernabe Luevano, 23, of 21 N. Michigan Ave., Shelby, was found guilty Dec. 14 of disorderly person – drunk. He was sentenced to 90 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with court orders; credit for time served if imposed; and $100 in fines…

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Bike recovered

December 17, 2015
Bike recovered

HART — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the owner of a green Schwinn chopper-style pedal bike that was recently found in the Rothbury area. The bike owner is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 231-873-2121 and provide more details about the bike and the location where it was found.  

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Hart man arrested for cutting off tether

December 17, 2015
Hart man arrested for cutting off tether

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. HART — A 23-year-old Hart man was arrested in Mecosta County after allegedly cutting off his electronic tether, Dec. 13, and he is now lodged in the Oceana County Jail facing a felony of tampering with an electronic monitoring device, according to…

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MSP arrests fugitive

December 16, 2015
MSP arrests fugitive

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. The following is Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015: – 10 a.m., a 30-year-old Hart man was arrested on a fugitive warrant, 7000 block of 92nd Ave., Hart Township. – 4:40 p.m., a 47-year-old Hart…

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Hansen introduces legislation to allow more representation for brewers, distillers.

December 15, 2015
Hansen introduces legislation to allow more representation for brewers, distillers.

LANSING — Sen. Goeff Hansen introduced a bill on Tuesday that would change the makeup of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council so that it more accurately reflects the industry. Hansen, a Republican from Hart, represents Michigan’s 34th Senate district, which includes Oceana County. Senate Bill 671 would change the name of the council to the “Grape, Wine, Brewing…

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West Shore Bank Spirit of Giving will serve 591 meals.

December 14, 2015
West Shore Bank Spirit of Giving will serve 591 meals.

LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank, in partnership with Shop-N-Save of Ludington, Hansen Foods in Hart, and Oleson’s Foods in Manistee, will distribute 591 meals to food banks in Mason, Oceana and Manistee counties as a result of the recent West Shore Bank “Spirit of Giving” fundraising efforts.  Representatives from area charities gathered Monday for the West Shore Bank Spirit of…

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Welcome to the world! Births reported Dec. 14, 2015.

December 14, 2015
Welcome to the world! Births reported Dec. 14, 2015.

Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below.  Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  Xavier Anthony Hutchinson, the son of Summer Mitteer and Logan Hutchinson of Hart, was born December 9, 2015. Aliana Elizabeth Matias, the daughter of Jenna McCann and Rigoberto Matias of Hart, was born December…

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WSCC Students technology certifications.

December 14, 2015
WSCC Students technology certifications.

VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) – Thirty-six West Shore Community College students have earned a total of 64 industry recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications to help them become career ready. The students participated in the education technology program to help them develop their Microsoft Office skills. In addition to the students, the group included two WSCC staff members and a…

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Bread of Life Food Pantry showcases healthy options

December 14, 2015

HART — The Bread of Life Food Pantry teamed up with the Healthy Families of Oceana County coalition (HFOC) to highlight healthy food choices on its shelves. Healthy items were selected by Meryl Smith, a registered dietitian from District Health Department #10, and meet the following USDA nutrition guidelines: – Low in saturated and trans fat; – Low in sodium…

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3 Whitehall teens arrested after leaving party

December 14, 2015
3 Whitehall teens arrested after leaving party

GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP — Two 19-year-old Whitehall men and one 18-year-old Whitehall man were arrested by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office Friday night, Dec. 11, on alcohol and drug charges after leaving a house party, according to Lt. Craig Mast. The trio were arrested on 192nd Avenue following a traffic stop, Mast said. The driver faces a charge of operating under…

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