George James

A human trafficking case out of Macomb County is ending with prison time for two men after a woman’s escape from a Warren motel exposed the operation. Prosecutors say 41-year-old Aaron Streety forced the victim into sex work and labor before she reported it in November of ’23, triggering the investigation. Streety now faces 7 to 20 years, along with additional concurrent terms, and is barred from contacting the victim. Co-defendant Bernard Harris was sentenced to 9 to 20 years and is also serving federal time.

Reporting WGRT – JP bZet

Voters in the Algonac Community School District will decide August 4th whether to renew a property tax millage to keep funding building repairs and upgrades. The 1.8152 mill rate would stay the same if approved, bringing in about $2 million by ’28 for a restricted sinking fund that cannot be used for salaries or daily operations. District leaders say the money has already fixed leaking roofs, improved security, and upgraded classrooms, but aging buildings still need work, including courts, lighting, windows, and parking lots.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A major investment is moving ahead in Port Huron as US Farathane prepares to build a large logistics center in the city’s industrial park. City officials say the $30 million project on Dove Street will feature a 200,000-square-foot facility, making it the largest building in the park. The center is expected to support the company’s existing operations, help retain about 560 local jobs, and potentially add more. Leaders say the project, years in the making, strengthens the city’s position for future industrial growth.

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Lake Huron Medical Center in St. Clair County is earning national recognition for how quickly and effectively it treats stroke patients, receiving the American Heart Association’s Stroke Gold Plus award along with two additional honors for rapid care and diabetes-related stroke treatment. The awards highlight the hospital’s focus on fast diagnosis and treatment, which is critical since stroke remains a leading cause of death and disability. By following proven care guidelines, the center is helping more patients survive, recover faster, and return home with fewer long-term complications.

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A sudden resignation shifted the tone of a Watertown Township board meeting Tuesday, as Supervisor Richard Henderson stepped down effective midnight, citing ongoing conflict. With the position now vacant, the board plans to seek applicants while dropping a pending recall effort against him. However, recall petitions still target three remaining officials, including the clerk, treasurer, and a trustee, following months of disputes. In a rare moment of agreement, the board unanimously voted to reverse recent pay raises, calling the meeting one of its most productive in months.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet