A 33-year-old man from Deckerville was arrested last week after a traffic stop in Marlette Township. The Sanilac County Drug Task Force stopped the vehicle on Van Dyke Road, and their K-9 unit alerted them to narcotics inside. A search revealed over 12 grams of methamphetamine. The man faces drug charges and will be arraigned … Read more
Michigan lawmakers took steps to address rising prescription drug costs by proposing a Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB). The board would set upper payment limits on medications to make life-saving prescriptions more affordable. On Monday, Sen. Kevin Hertel and Rep. Denise Mentzer hosted a public town hall with health experts to discuss the issue. They … Read more
Lambton County families have two exciting options for PA Day fun on Friday, April 4. The Oil Museum of Canada in Oil Springs is hosting “Blown Away: The Power of Wind” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring hands-on activities like building pinwheels and testing wind-powered robots. Meanwhile, Lambton Heritage Museum will showcase live hawks … Read more
The Blue Water Area Rescue Mission is hosting a mural painting event on April 26 at 1920 24th St., Port Huron, to support its efforts in helping the homeless. Local artists will lead the creation of a mural symbolizing hope and renewal on the shelter’s south wall. Sponsored by local businesses, the mural is part … Read more
The Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam targeting local taxpayers. Scammers are calling and claiming that individuals owe unpaid property taxes, demanding immediate payment by gift cards or wire transfers. These calls are not from the Sanilac County Treasurer’s Office. If you receive one, hang up and call the Treasurer’s … Read more
The St. Clair County Drug Task Force wrapped up an investigation last week into cocaine sales on Brookstone Drive. With help from the Port Huron Major Crimes Unit and the Special Response Team, authorities arrested 31-year-old Brandon Cannon during a traffic stop. A search of his home turned up cocaine, prescription pills, cash, and ammunition. … Read more
A fatal car accident occurred Thursday night on Hessen Road in St. Clair County. A Chevrolet Tahoe was heading south when it lost control, veered off the road, and flipped over into a nearby farm field. Emergency responders arrived just after 8 p.m., but the driver, who was the only occupant, was pronounced dead at … Read more
Port Huron City Council passed “The Joshua Conant Ordinance” on Monday, requiring security staff to be trained on positional asphyxiation. The move follows the tragic death of Joshua Conant, who died after an altercation with bouncers outside Roche Bar in November of ’23. Conant’s mother fought tirelessly for the rule change. The ordinance was celebrated … Read more
The Earth Fair at Goodells County Park will take place April 25th and 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. This event, Michigan’s largest Earth Day celebration, aims to teach visitors how their actions impact the environment. Through workshops, exhibits, and activities, attendees can explore … Read more
Last year St. Clair County Jail held an average of 80 detainees for alleged immigration violations. While most were arrested outside the county, some were temporarily housed while awaiting hearings in Detroit. Local Sheriff Mat King explained that the detainees face charges beyond immigration violations. The jail’s involvement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) … Read more