In St. Clair County, a federal judge has approved new ways for the Sheriff’s Office to reach a key witness in a lawsuit filed by former Lieutenant Scott Jones. Jones claims he was forced to resign after reporting a conversation about the sheriff’s brother’s DUI arrest. The Sheriff’s Office says Jones leaked details through ex-deputy … Read more
In Port Huron, Mayor Anita Ashford’s attempt to overhaul City Manager James Freed’s evaluation process fizzled out at Monday’s city council meeting. Despite her push to modernize the decade-old review system, council members, including Jeff Pemberton, blocked the discussion, sticking to the usual June evaluation format. Freed, who supports annual reviews, insists any changes need … Read more
In Port Huron, a heartbreaking case moves forward as Amanda Maison and Maurice Houle face murder charges for the ’18 death of Amanda’s 3-year-old son, Matthew. A judge ruled there’s enough evidence for a trial in circuit court. Matthew suffered fatal blunt force trauma and asphyxiation, with visible bruises and a black eye. Both admitted … Read more
Last week, Sanilac County schools hosted a powerful program to teach teens about safe driving. The Arrive Alive Tour brought a driving simulator to six local school districts, letting over 650 students experience the risks of distracted or impaired driving. Deputies and officers also shared real-life stories to stress smart choices behind the wheel. Thanks … Read more
On Monday, two fishermen from the Fairhaven Township area found themselves stranded on Saginaw Bay when their boat broke down. One of the men, a Cass City resident, dislocated his hip while trying to restart the vessel. Huron County Sheriff’s deputies sprang into action, launching an airboat from Mud Creek Public Access with help from … Read more
In Port Huron, the Teatro Di Vita theater group is staging Sam Shepard’s intense play “Fool for Love” at the Citadel on Huron Avenue from June 6 to 8th. The story dives into a fiery clash between ex-lovers at a Mojave Desert motel, exploring love, hate, and deep family issues. Producer Lucie Gillespie, a longtime … Read more
In Marysville, the City Council unanimously selected Quentin Bishop, St. Clair’s Superintendent, as the new city manager, replacing Randy Fernandez, who’s retiring after 14 years of service. Bishop, chosen over two other candidates, impressed with his strong administrative and economic experience. Fernandez, who grew the city’s savings from $3 million to $11 million and enhanced … Read more
The Blue Water Region Antique Auto Club and Wills Sainte Claire Automobile Museum will host the “Marysville Car Show” at Marysville Park on June 8th. The event celebrates local automotive history, focusing on the Wills Sainte Claire car, made in Marysville in the 1920s by C. Harold Wills, a former Ford engineer. The show, now … Read more
A Port Huron man, Eric Chippewa, was arrested for allegedly threatening a semi-truck driver outside Walmart in Fort Gratiot. Chippewa, 37, demanded $20 from the driver in late April. When the driver refused, Chippewa reportedly threatened to shoot unless the money was given. The driver called 911, and Chippewa was quickly arrested. Although no gun … Read more
The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency has welcomed a new addition to its team: Frannie, a 2-month-old Australian Labradoodle. She’s in training to become a therapy dog for special education students at Creekside and Woodland Development Centers. Frannie’s training focuses on helping students manage emotions and build confidence in school settings. Funded by … Read more