George James

St. Clair County is making leadership official. Commissioners voted unanimously to appoint Thomas Hull as the county’s full-time administrator and controller, dropping his interim title after months on the job. Hull stepped in January first following the previous administrator’s retirement and will now serve through the end of ’28. He started with the county 13 years ago, and worked his way up through several roles. In this position, Hull manages daily operations and oversees county finances, with full support from the board.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Drivers heading through St. Clair County should plan for delays this week as road crews roll out multiple projects. Officials say several roads in Casco, Emmett, and Riley townships will see full, one-day closures for culvert work, while others like County Line and Gratiot roads will have intermittent lane restrictions. Additional slowdowns are expected from ditching, bridge washing, and ongoing bridge replacement on Frith Road. All work depends on weather, so drivers are urged to allow extra time and follow posted detours.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Two young women from Owendale and Elkton were hurt Monday afternoon in a crash near the Walmart entrance in Bad Axe. A 23-year-old Owendale woman pulled out from a private drive onto North Van Dyke Road, directly into the path of a southbound pickup truck driven by a 20-year-old Elkton woman. The pickup could not avoid the collision. Both drivers suffered minor injuries. The Owendale driver was taken to Scheurer Hospital and the Elkton driver to McLaren Thumb Hospital. Police cited the Owendale woman for failing to yield.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet