George James

In Sarnia, leadership changes are taking effect at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62 as John Surins takes over the local presidency from Ron Realesmith. Ontario Command restricted Realesmith’s clubhouse privileges while a confidential Article 3 complaint is processed. While officials have not disclosed the specific allegations, internal rules allow interim suspension of executive duties during an open investigation, following months of online scrutiny regarding branch governance, voting eligibility, and administration of the historic 4.5 million dollar Catch the Ace draw.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Harrison Township resident’s 911 call Wednesday night set off an overnight search on Lake St. Clair. Deputies say a passenger swam to shore near MacRay Harbor after the boat capsized and found the resident. The passenger said the accident happened around 8 p.m., and deputies were called at 10:48 p.m. Macomb County Sheriff’s marine and underwater teams searched overnight and recovered 3 people from the submerged boat at about 5 a.m. Thursday. All 3 were pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron woman accused of killing her boyfriend is now on trial in St. Clair County, and jurors heard two very different stories Tuesday. Prosecutors say 40-year-old Jennifer Goodall shot Chase Hoyt after a year of jealous anger, and they say recordings and a neighbor’s testimony will show she threatened to kill him. Her attorney admits she fired the gun but says it was self-defense. Goodall faces murder and gun charges, and she could get life in prison if convicted. Testimony continued Wednesday morning.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Drivers heading west on Interstate 94 near Marysville should plan for slower travel through October 16th. Crews with the St. Clair County Road Commission, working for the Michigan Department of Transportation, started repairing concrete pavement on Wednesday near the Wadhams Road exit, Exit 262. The right lane of westbound I-94 will be closed from the exit ramp area to the Wadhams Road overpass. The exit ramp will stay open during the work. Please slow down and stay alert in the work zone.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet