George James

Worth Township leaders held a special meeting Thursday and voted to reverse past approvals that wrongly paid over forty thousand dollars each to former clerk Jennifer Marshall and treasurer Jennifer Woodruff from the sewer fund for duties already compensated. Citing Michigan law that bans extra pay after work is done, the board directed its attorney to take legal steps to recover the improperly issued money. Residents expressed frustration with the former officials, while praising current trustees for addressing the issue and working to protect township funds.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

St. Clair City Clerk Annette Sturdy is being recognized statewide after earning the annual City Clerk of the Year award. She’s held the role since ’14 and twice stepped in to run city operations during leadership changes, handling contracts, grant applications, and development projects. Sturdy also helped modernize city websites and launched a public text alert system. Known for community involvement, she leads local programs and events, including the Fourth of July fireworks. The award was presented June 18th at a statewide clerks conference.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A 41-year-old Deckerville woman was injured last Monday afternoon when her Jeep Grand Cherokee suddenly left the road on Lakeshore near Wiltse around 3:30. The vehicle hit a mailbox, crossed a ditch, and slammed into a tree in a residential yard. She was alone in the car, wearing her seatbelt, and was taken to McLaren Port Huron with injuries. Alcohol was not a factor. Emergency crews from the area responded quickly, and the crash remains under investigation.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet