George James

Four Washtenaw County deputies are on leave after a deadly police shooting earlier this month in Ypsilanti. Sheriff Alyshia Dyer says a deputy shot and killed a 34-year-old St. Clair County man after he fled a felony traffic stop on January 6th near Michigan Avenue and Prospect Road. Deputies said they believed the man was armed, but investigators later found no weapon in his vehicle. Michigan State Police are handling the case, and the sheriff says body camera footage will be released soon.

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The Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Divine Beauty Brows Salon and Spa Thursday afternoon in Port Huron. The ribbon-cutting took place at 232 Huron Avenue, after guests gathered to mark the occasion. Divine Beauty offered eyebrow shaping, facials, lash treatments, and Reiki healing—all focused on helping clients relax and feel their best. Community members stopped by to meet the team and welcome this new spot for beauty and wellness to downtown Port Huron.

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McKenzie Health System is kicking off its annual “Healthy Living Together” series in Sandusky with a session on budgeting and debt reduction. The free program happens Tuesday from noon to one at McKenzie Health System’s dining room on Delaware Street, with a virtual option available. Speaker Aileen Simons from Team One Credit Union will share simple, practical money tips. Each month, the series tackles everyday wellness topics—next up in February: “Menopause Matters.”

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In Port Huron young people are gearing up to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the return of the MLK Youth Empowerment Breakfast this Saturday at Kingdom Authority Ministries on Lapeer Avenue. Ages 13 to 24 can join for free under this year’s theme, “Dreams in Motion: Turning Purpose into Power.” After a long pause since before the pandemic, organizers say they’re excited to bring back the high-energy event with live music, free breakfast, and leadership training focused on youth voice and civic engagement.

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The Sherman Woods neighborhood in Port Huron wrapped up its holiday season with record-breaking generosity. The local homeowners association raised more than $7,000 for the Port Huron Salvation Army through its annual Red Kettle drive — up 17 percent from last year. Over the past decade, the community has contributed more than $55,000 to families in need. Volunteers collected donations as visitors enjoyed the neighborhood’s dazzling centennial light displays, carolers, and even horse-drawn carriage rides.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet