Mayville Man Seriously Injured

In Fremont Township, Tuscola County, a 31-year-old man from Mayville was seriously injured Sunday evening, when a car struck him as he attempted to cross Snover Road around 5 p.m. The impact left him with significant injuries, and emergency crews quickly transported him by ambulance to a hospital outside the county for urgent treatment. The … Read more

Police Seek Driver

In Flynn Township, a white car, likely a 2010-14 Ford Fusion, rear-ended a horse and buggy on Peck Road last Friday evening, injuring a 35-year-old Brown City man and his horse. The driver sped off after the crash. Michigan State Police from Caro and Sanilac County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating and need help finding the … Read more

High-Tech Emergency Command Vehicle

Sarnia unveiled a new $800,000 Emergency Management Mobile Command Vehicle on May 30th. It replaces the aging unit used by fire, police, and other agencies. The vehicle acts as a high-tech command hub with live video, secure communications, and on-site coordination tools. Bluewater Association for Safety, Environment, and Sustainability contributed $200,000 to the project. Officials … Read more

Sanilac County Hit-and-Run

Michigan State Police are seeking help to find a driver involved in a hit-and-run crash in Flynn Township, Sanilac County. On the evening of May 30th, a horse and buggy driven by a Brown City man was hit from behind on West Peck Road near Isles Road. The suspect’s white Ford Fusion, likely a ’10 … Read more

Stores Pass Underage Alcohol Compliance Check

On May 25th, the Port Huron Police Department conducted a compliance check at 29 local stores licensed to sell alcohol. Using underage decoys, officers tested whether businesses would sell alcohol to minors. None of the stores sold to the decoys, showing strong compliance with state laws. Police thanked all the stores for following the rules … Read more

Backyard Chicken Debate Continues

In Port Huron, the backyard chicken debate is heating up again. After a tied vote last April, some council members want to revisit the issue, while Mayor Ashford says City Manager Freed hasn’t communicated clearly. Freed disagrees, saying he provided detailed info. Residents support chickens for sustainability. Some officials now suggest a citywide vote next … Read more

Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam

In St. Clair County, the Sheriff’s Department warns residents about a recent scam targeting local families. Scammers are calling, pretending to be sheriff’s deputies, and demanding money to release a loved one on a tether. The department confirms this is false—tethers don’t work that way, and they never ask for payments by phone. Anyone who … Read more

Students Win State Environmental Competition

Students from St. Clair County Technical Education Center, called the Clever Coyotes, won first place at the Michigan Envirothon in Kalamazoo. They competed against top high school teams statewide, showing strong skills in environmental science and natural resource conservation. Sponsored by the Blue Water Area Conservation District, the team tackled challenges on topics like water … Read more

Quarter Auction Raises Funds

Last Friday, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary in St. Clair County held its fourth annual Quarter Auction at their Port Huron Citadel. Doors opened at 5 p.m., with bidding from 6 to 7:30 p.m. For $10 admission, locals bid on prizes like a Detroit Lions signed jersey, a safari trip, and a “touch a freighter” … Read more

Pair to Face Trial Together

In Port Huron, two people charged in a deadly January shooting on Vanness Street will be tried together. Dazman Drake, 23, and Sayon Florence, 36, face open murder charges for the death of Vincent Buckles. Prosecutors say Drake shot Buckles with an illegal gun after Florence, who shares a child with Buckles, asked him to … Read more