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82nd District Court early 2024

Activity in the 82nd Judicial District Court of Ogemaw County has resulted in the following:Justin Alan Hush, of West Branch, for motor vehicle operation without security and controlled substance use (narcotic or cocaine): sentenced to 93 days in jail, 20 days to be served, 83 days held in abeyance and $1,725 FC.Jason Robert White, of Burton, for retail fraud in the third degree – less than $200: sentenced to 93 days in jail, 30 days to be served, 63 days held in abeyance and $861.67 FC.

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New sign

The City of West Branch received a new City Hall sign, courtesy of Made in the USA.

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Resident Recreation Passport fee to increase slightly Jan. 1

Starting next year, Michigan residents will pay $14 for the Recreation Passport – just a dollar more for a year’s worth of vehicle access to state parks and recreation areas and a host of other state-managed outdoor destinations.The moderate fee change is the result of a statutory provision that ensures Recreation Passport funding keeps pace with the economy.

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