George James

Sanilac County hunters led the way during Michigan’s firearm deer season opener, contributing to more than 41,000 deer taken statewide over opening weekend. The Michigan DNR says weather and disease have affected numbers this year, including last winter’s heavy snow in the Upper Peninsula, a spring ice storm in northern Lower Michigan, and ongoing EHD outbreak in the south. So far this season, hunters have taken 139,345 deer, a bit higher than all of last year. Sanilac County alone tops the state with 1,497 deer harvested as of Monday.

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Marine City authorities have arraigned 55-year-old Christine Hurley-Arnold following a domestic shooting that injured one person last week on South Elizabeth Street. Hurley-Arnold faces four felony charges, including assault with intent to cause serious harm and discharging a weapon in a building, along with a misdemeanor domestic violence charge. She remains in custody on a $50,000 bond and is scheduled for a probable cause hearing on November 26. Police continue to investigate the incident.

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Biggby Coffee returned to Port Huron with a new shop on Pine Grove Ave., which opened last week. This marked the brand’s return to St. Clair County after previous locations had closed. The shop became the second in the area for local owner Nick Wurmlinger, who also runs a Richmond location that opened earlier this year. Staff training finished just before the launch, and early customer response was strong, with many stopping by for their favorite drinks. Other Biggby options are now in Sandusky and New Baltimore.

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McKenzie Health System is using National Rural Health Day onThursday to spotlight how vital local healthcare is for families across Sanilac County. The system is pushing a community-first message, saying strong health at home leads to stronger workplaces and a stronger Thumb region. McKenzie continues offering wellness classes, support groups and employer partnerships that keep care close to home. The hospital is also welcoming area high school students for behind-the-scenes tours, hoping to inspire future healthcare workers who want to build their careers in rural Michigan.

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Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron has been recognized with a PRC Healthcare Leadership Award for keeping patients informed about their care. Out of more than 300 hospitals nationwide, LHMC stood out for its dedication to communication, innovation, and patient-focused care. The award, announced at the PRC Healthcare Experience Summit in September, honors hospitals that improve the experience for patients, staff, and the community. LHMC’s leadership says this recognition reflects the team’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality healthcare.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet