George James

Port Huron’s football team opened its season last week with a statement win, battling back to beat Anchor Bay 28-21 in double overtime. Quarterback Jax Johnston scored 3 touchdowns to power the comeback, while the Red Hawks’ defense sealed the victory on a fourth-down stop in the final overtime. Coach Dan Perkins praised his defense and special teams for stepping up all game. The win snaps a 3-game losing streak against the Tars and gives Port Huron a strong start to the season.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County officials have confirmed enough valid signatures were collected to move forward with a recall attempt against Watertown Township Treasurer Sheila Coats. The clerk’s office made the ruling Thursday, a month after resident Ernest Krumenaker turned in the signatures accusing Coats of repeatedly failing to do her job. Under state law, the recall could now land on the November ballot. Coats has fired back, filing her own recall petitions against two fellow township officials. The Watertown Township Board meets Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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A Port Huron manufacturer is marking two decades in business. ALD Thermal Treatment will celebrate its 20th anniversary next month with an evening event at its 24th Street facility, honoring employees, customers, and civic leaders who’ve supported the company’s growth. The celebration includes remarks, awards for longtime staff, a plant tour, and dinner. Company leaders say the milestone reflects two decades of quality manufacturing and community partnership in the Port Huron area.

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Port Huron animal rescue is giving cats and dogs a permanent home base after years of relying solely on foster families. Paws, Awes and Claws opened its first walk-in location this month on Gratiot Avenue. Organizers say meeting animals in person, rather than at pet stores, helps them relax and show their true personalities, speeding up adoptions. The rescue can house roughly 23 cats at a time, while dogs and puppies typically stay in foster homes but visit for scheduled events.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet