George James

Truck Driver Jailed After Cocaine Found

A truck driver heading into Canada is jailed after a major drug bust at the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. Border officers say they found more than 60 kilos of cocaine hidden in two boxes inside the cab, tucked under a bunk during an early morning inspection last Thursday. The shipment was mixed in with a load of wood pallets and cheese powder from Wisconsin. Police say a K9 confirmed the drugs. The 27-year-old driver claims he did not know the cocaine was there. He remains held in the St. Clair County Jail as the investigation continues.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

County Considers Ending Some Birth Control Services

In St. Clair County, health officials are weighing a shift away from some birth control services as funding and staffing pressures grow. Medical Director Dr. Remington Nevin recommends ending certain Title Ten contraceptive programs, citing the loss of a key nurse practitioner and rising costs. He says services could instead move to McLaren Port Huron’s residency program, while over-the-counter options are now widely available. At least five positions could be impacted. A final discussion is set for June 17th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Girls Soccer Coach Steps Down

After eight seasons, St. Clair girls soccer coach Cliff Freeland is stepping down, closing a run that turned the program into a statewide contender. The former St. Clair basketball player built the team on effort and toughness, leading the Saints to a 110-31-19 record with six district titles and three league championships. The team climbed three conference divisions under his leadership and never posted a losing season. Freeland leaves behind a program now set to compete at the highest level in the MAC Red.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet