George James

A St. Clair County probate judge has upheld a personal protection order for Port Huron City Manager James Freed after he said former community garden operator Julian Ruck sent threatening messages involving his wife and children. Ruck challenged the order during last Wednesday’s hearing, but Judge Jennifer Smith Deegan ruled for Freed. The dispute began after Ruck’s Port Huron garden lease ended. Ruck later pleaded guilty to violating the order twice by contacting Freed and received a suspended 10-day jail sentence.

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McLaren Port Huron has earned Level 2 maternal care verification from The Joint Commission, recognizing the hospital’s ability to care for mothers with moderate- to high-risk pregnancies. The review included the Family Birth Place, doctors, nurses, staffing and clinical procedures. Hospital leaders say the designation confirms specialty maternity care is available for St. Clair County families during pregnancy, labor, delivery and recovery, with added attention on preventing complications and improving safety for mothers and newborn babies.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Michigan State Police patrol car and a Chevrolet Traverse collided on M-53 near Burnside Road in Lapeer County around 4:20 p.m. Monday, sending one passenger to the hospital with serious injuries. The Traverse was driven by a 68-year-old Avoca man and carried 4 other people, and a 67-year-old passenger in that SUV was taken to a hospital. The trooper in the patrol car was not hurt. Investigators have not said how the crash happened, and troopers are still working to piece together the circumstances.

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Port Sanilac’s Historic Village turns spooky on October 10th and 17th, as the Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum brings back its Haunted Village. The Halloween tradition has drawn families for more than 20 years, with just over 750 guests expected. After dark, the 10-acre village fills with eerie sounds, costumed characters and surprises. Kids can trick-or-treat, and families can choose the Family-Friendly Trail or the Super Spooky Trail. Bonfires, hot cider, hot cocoa and s’mores will be on hand. Admission is $5 per person, and children must be with an adult.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet