George James

At their recent meeting, Algonac City Council discussed several key projects. They approved over $36 grand for design engineering services for an 8-inch water main on Edgewater Avenue, aiming for fall of’ 25 construction. They also approved $24,500 for demolition work and $1,250 for window replacements at the future Algonac Activity Center. The council budgeted $750,000 for the center, including funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and state grants.

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Lillian Wright, a senior at Dryden High School, has been named the annual Good Citizen award winner by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Chosen by her teachers for her outstanding qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism, Lillian now has the chance to compete for scholarships at both state and national levels. She plans to use any scholarship funds to pursue a career in physical therapy. The award celebrates high school seniors who exemplify good citizenship.

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The Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office has launched Operation Santa’s Sleigh, a toy donation campaign to support children affected by Hurricane Helene in Bakersville, North Carolina. You are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys, as well as winter hats and gloves, to help families who have lost everything. Donations can be made at the Sheriff’s Office in Sandusky until November 15th, or during a special collection event at Walmart in Sandusky on November 2nd. Sheriff Paul Rich emphasized the impact a single toy can have.

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Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido violated Michigan’s Campaign Finance Act by including a link to his campaign website in a newsletter sent to county employees, according to the state’s Department of State. This breach sparked concern among residents, as public resources were misused for political purposes. Local attorney Mark Brewer, who filed the complaint, called it a win for taxpayers, highlighting the importance of keeping public funds separate from political campaigns. Lucido now faces a fine or possible criminal charges if he doesn’t settle and agree to follow the law.

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St. Clair County Community College (SC4) and the North American Indigenous Council are hosting the Indigenous People Celebration on November 7th, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre. The event, free and open to all, will feature cultural dancers, a water ceremony, and a tribe and land acknowledgment. Artwork will be displayed, and vendors will sell cultural items. Jessica Brown, SC4’s chief diversity officer, emphasized honoring Indigenous culture and raising awareness. For more info, visit SC4’s event page.

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The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) reopened the eastbound span of the Blue Water Bridge after completing significant maintenance. Since May, eastbound traffic had been diverted to the westbound lanes for necessary repairs, including work under the bridge deck. Although the bridge reopened, some lane closures continue for painting and other minor work. The entrance ramp on Pine Grove Avenue to the toll plaza remained closed from Wednesday to Saturday until the end of October. Wide and super loads may cross on a limited basis.

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