The St. Clair County Community College men’s soccer team opens the season ranked No. 20 in the NJCAA Division II preseason poll after last season’s first regional title and a national tournament berth in just its second year. The Skippers captured the Region 12 championship with a 1-0 win over Schoolcraft and later claimed the Northeast District crown before facing national competition. Fans can watch the team begin its follow-up campaign Sept. 4th at the College of DuPage.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Michigan Republican John James chose State Representative Jay DeBoyer of Clay Township as his running mate for Governor Thursday. DeBoyer represents the 63rd House District covering southern St. Clair County and northern Macomb County in his second term while chairing the House Oversight Committee. After 12 years as St. Clair County Clerk and Register of Deeds and earlier as Clay Township trustee and supervisor, he brings local experience. James noted his business, government and elections background plus bipartisan work. The ticket faces Democrat Jocelyn Benson on November 3rd.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet