George James

Tanner Carr, 38, of Sebewaing, was convicted last week of assault and reckless operation of an airboat after a February incident on a Huron County canal. Carr confronted a former friend while ice fishing, drove his airboat toward him, and caused the victim’s father to fall into icy water. The father was rescued but suffered injuries. Carr denied the incident, but after trial, a jury found him guilty. He faces up to 10 years in prison, with sentencing set for February.

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Port Huron Police are seeking help in locating 34-year-old Reuben David Guy, who has been missing since November 19th. Guy, described as 5’6″, 185 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, was last seen leaving his home on Lapeer Avenue for work. His current whereabouts are unknown. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Port Huron Police Department, or anonymously through the Capture Line, or by texting “CAPTURE” to 847411 with any details.

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An Imlay City man was arrested Saturday morning after firing a shotgun multiple times in his backyard during a mental health crisis. Around 10:30 neighbors called 911 after some rounds struck nearby properties. Police arrived quickly, with one officer trying to talk down the man, who appeared intoxicated and fired more rounds before his gun jammed. The man was eventually arrested after damaging police vehicles. He faces charges, including reckless discharge of a firearm and destruction of property.

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The Michigan State Housing Development Authority has approved a $19 million loan to renovate North Port Apartments in Port Huron. The 249-unit complex will get updates to aging structures, including new roofs, flooring, HVAC, plumbing, and ADA improvements. The project will reserve units for low-income residents, with some set aside for those earning between 40% and 80% of the area’s median income. Port Huron officials are backing the renovation to address the city’s housing shortage, with the project also creating 24 temporary jobs in the area.

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The Mainstreet Memories Car Show in Port Huron continues its tradition of supporting local causes, donating $30,000 to the Council on Aging for seniors in St. Clair County. The car show, which features classic cars, music, and family activities, partners with the COA to fund programs like meals, transportation, and social events. This year’s donation, presented on Monday, also included a $1,000 contribution to the Tires and Treads Community Project and $3,000 to the Child Abuse/Neglect Council, both of which support local children.

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The St. Clair County Drug Task Force made two significant arrests last week. 29-year-old John Poindexter from Port Huron was arrested after a search of his home on Gillett Street. Authorities found 88 grams of meth, fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and sales materials. Poindexter, already on parole, faces multiple felony charges. The next day, 57-year-old Larry Rabine from Riley Township was arrested for meth, firearms, and ammunition. Rabine faces felony charges for meth possession and felony firearm. Both men remain in custody.

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