George James

This week, the St. Clair County Road Commission will begin several important road projects, weather permitting. In Casco Township, expect lane closures on County Line Road for shoulder work. Wadhams Road in China Township will be closed for reconstruction. Clay Township’s Bluebill Road Bridge will be limited to one lane until October 4 due to repairs. Columbus Township closed Gratiot Road Monday for three weeks for bridge replacement. In Port Huron Township, Water Street will see lane restrictions for concrete repairs. Drivers should plan for delays in these areas.

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On October 5th, Western’s Tree Farm in Port Sanilac will host a Wild West-themed dinner. Attendees can enjoy gourmet BBQ from Joanna at Outback Meat Processing and Crossroads Junction Restaurant, while wearing their best cowboy attire. The evening promises horse-drawn hay rides, bonfires, and s’mores. With 250 expected guests, there will be exciting raffle prizes, including a $2,000 gift card to the Mackinaw Island Grand Hotel. Tickets are $70 for Sanilac County Historical Society members and $80 for the public, with reservations due by Saturday. Don’t miss this fun-filled night!

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A 19-year-old man from Imlay City drowned while swimming in a pond at Hewitt’s Pit in the Port Huron State Game Area on Saturday evening. Around 6 p.m., police received calls about a drowning incident. The young man and his friends were crossing the pond when he started struggling and went under. Despite their attempts to help and calling 911, he could not be saved. The St. Clair County Dive Team later found him. Local fire departments and emergency services also assisted in the recovery effort.

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FedEx is shutting down its Port Huron Township Ship Center on September 28th. The company didn’t specify the reasons, but employees will be offered transfers to nearby locations. Residents in Port Huron and surrounding areas will now have their packages handled by FedEx’s Flint office, about 70 miles away. Despite the closure, shipping services remain available through FedEx drop boxes in the city, including one at Kerr Albert Office Supply on Military Street. A full list of local FedEx drop-off points can be found on the company’s website.

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Dan Plain, a 34-year-old from Sarnia, is back in court after a series of legal troubles. Recently, Plain, who has struggled with drug addiction, received a two-month sentence for assault. His lawyer, Terry Brandon, believes Plain is ready for a fresh start. Judge Deborah Austin hopes Plain will use this opportunity to turn his life around. Plain, who had faced numerous charges including home invasion with a hammer, has no current outstanding charges. He is now working towards a better future.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet