George James

St. Clair County agencies are stepping in as federal food aid faces delays. The county’s Emergency Operations Center and Community Services Coordinating Body are connecting residents to local food pantries and meal programs. Over 22,000 people, including 8,000 children, rely on SNAP benefits, which are only partially restored this month after a federal court order. Officials urge those who can donate or volunteer to help. A full list of resources and ways to assist is online at CSCBinfo.org.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Two St. Clair County Community College soccer players are earning statewide recognition. Sophomore Tara Malone and freshman Amalia Moelgaard were both named to the All-MCCAA Second Team. Malone, a steady force in midfield, guided the young Skippers with leadership and grit. Moelgaard made an instant impact in her first season, showing speed and skill on both offense and defense. Their achievements highlight the growing strength of SC4’s women’s soccer program, which continues to make its mark in only its early years.

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Amanda Maison, of St. Clair County, pleaded guilty Wednesday to second-degree murder in the ’18 death of her 3-year-old son, Matthew Maison. She admitted witnessing her ex-boyfriend abuse Matthew and helping hide it, though she denied causing his death. The plea ends a seven-year investigation, giving Matthew’s grandparents a sense of closure. Amanda may face life in prison and will testify against Maurice Houle, who is charged with felony murder. Sentencing has not yet been scheduled.

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Port Huron will host a Patsy Cline tribute concert on Wednesday, Nov. 20th, at 7 p.m. at McMorran Place, on McMorran Blvd. Judy Harrison and her band ReBooted will headline the show, performing “Remembering Patsy Cline.” The event benefits the United Way of St. Clair County’s ’25 campaign, funding more than 20 local programs. Tickets are available at the United Way office on Military Street or online at uwstclair.org. AFL-CIO’s Richard Cummings and Mark Bessette are sponsoring the concert.

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Over 900 St. Clair County high school students got a firsthand look at local manufacturing during the 10th annual Manufacturing Day tours last month. Over eight days, students from 10 schools visited 14 county companies, exploring high-tech careers in robotics, engineering, production, and more. Coordinated by St. Clair County RESA’s Blue Water College Access Network, the tours aimed to boost college and career readiness while showing students the diverse paths into manufacturing. Local businesses showcased hands-on demonstrations and modern processes, inspiring the next generation of workers.

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St. Clair County officials have activated the Emergency Operations Center as thousands of local families face uncertainty surrounding federal food assistance benefits.

More than twenty two thousand residents in St. Clair County rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. With federal benefits currently disrupted local agencies are working together to make sure people have access to food and support.

Dan Casey, CEO of the Economic Development Alliance, says the activation follows days of planning with dozens of community partners through the St. Clair County Community Services Coordinating Body. The team is coordinating food resources, volunteer support, and public communication to help families during this period of uncertainty.

Residents in need can find an updated list of local food pantries, soup kitchens, blessing boxes, and pop up distribution sites online at cscbinfo.org/food distribution.

The Economic Development Alliance is encouraging local employers to share this information with employees and help connect anyone in need to available community resources.