Deputies increased patrols in East China Township after five men ran from a Thursday morning crash at King and Meisner roads. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office say three had been caught, while two remained on the run as police dogs searched the area. East China Schools briefly locked down as a precaution but classes … Read more
McKenzie Health System is breaking ground on its new hospital in Saginaw County this fall. The ceremony is set for Wednesday, October 1st, at the future hospital site off Gates Road. The public can park at the former Kmart lot and walk or ride golf carts to the site. The new facility will expand from … Read more
Marine City will come alive with art Sept. 27th, as the third annual Art Drift returns. Downtown shops, studios, and restaurants will host pop-up galleries, live demonstrations, and performances, giving visitors a chance to explore local businesses while enjoying original artwork. This year, about 20 artists will participate, including a new youth showcase for creators … Read more
St. Clair County is reeling after three local high school students died suddenly, including a 17-year-old in a Port Huron shooting that also injured two siblings. The county’s mental health agency is working with Port Huron and Algonac schools to support students and families. Officials urge parents to talk openly with children, monitor for signs … Read more
Port Huron leaders are moving to rezone the old Dunn Paper mill site on Riverside Street to push new housing, mixed-use projects and better waterfront access. Crown Enterprises, which bought the 13-acre property in ’23 for $1.2 million, wants to use it for bulk material storage and has fought the change through attorneys’ letters. City … Read more
Sanilac County’s Historic Village & Museum will host a free reunion concert with folk favorites The Greenlanders on October 5th. The group, originally from the 1960s, plays hits from the ’60s through the ’80s, including songs from The Beatles, Eagles, and John Denver. Members are traveling from France, New York, and nearby towns to perform, … Read more
Amanda Maison’s attorney has asked a St. Clair County judge to move her murder trial to another area, citing concerns the local community may be biased. The request points to the “Justice for Matthew” movement, which has held events, posted yard signs, and even displayed a billboard in Port Huron honoring Matthew Maison, who died … Read more
Three truck drivers are facing federal drug charges after authorities seized millions of dollars of suspected drugs in Southeast Michigan. In Detroit, customs agents found $12.5 million worth of suspected cocaine hidden in oat flour shipments in a Canadian-plated truck. In St. Clair County, authorities stopped two other drivers moving about $1 million of suspected … Read more
A Port Huron father is now facing life in prison after a shocking family shooting. On Tuesday, 44-year-old Jeffery James Smerer was arraigned in St. Clair County District Court on 10 felony charges, including open murder and two counts of assault with intent to murder. Prosecutors say Smerer shot and killed his 17-year-old son and … Read more
Peck is being recognized for its forward-thinking community planning. Today the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will award the village the Redevelopment Ready Communities Essentials designation. This honor highlights Peck’s clear vision for growth and its efforts to streamline development through strong planning and zoning practices. The RRC program, launched statewide in 2013, helps communities prepare … Read more