Port Huron residents should expect changes to their trash pickup schedule during the holidays. Christmas week collections will shift: Christmas day is moved to today, Dec. 26 and today moves to tomorrow, Dec. 27th. For New Year’s week, Wednesday, Jan. 1, will be collected on Thursday, Jan. 2nd, and Thursday will move to Friday, Jan. 3rd. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead to ensure their refuse is out on the correct day.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
The Port Huron Major Crimes Unit is investigating a string of thefts across St. Clair County, including break-ins, copper wire theft, and stolen items from doorsteps. Last week, they executed a search warrant on Garfield Street in Port Huron, recovering stolen property worth over $50,000 and finding six ounces of methamphetamine. William Kenneth Evenson, 54, was arrested and charged with multiple crimes, including breaking and entering and possession of meth. A bond of $100,000 has been set, and authorities are working to return the stolen items.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Lambton County Library is teaming up with Service Canada to bring crucial government services to rural areas. Starting in January, Service Canada representatives will be available at libraries in Alvinston, Corunna, Forest, Thedford, Watford, and Wyoming to assist with applications for programs like Employment Insurance, Canada Pension Plan, and more. No registration is needed, and services are first-come, first-served. A valid government ID and Social Insurance Number are required for access.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Big Lots announced going-out-of-business sales at all locations last week following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in September. President Bruce Thorn said they’ve worked hard but must protect the company’s value. The retailer has 32 stores in Michigan and one in Port Huron. Despite profitable stores, Big Lots plans a more focused footprint. They continue working on a sale, aiming for early January. Sales will start soon at remaining stores, and they’ll keep serving customers in-store and online.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
The Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating Deputy Megan Loding’s promotion to Sergeant, effective December 29th. Starting as a Records Clerk in ’14, Loding quickly moved up, becoming a Corrections Deputy and then graduating from Delta College Police Academy in ’19. She joined the patrol division and became a key figure in local schools, mentoring youth and serving as a Drug Task Force Investigator. Sheriff Paul Rich praised her, calling her an excellent choice to lead as Sergeant and continue setting a positive example in Sanilac County.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
The St. Clair County Sheriff Drug Task Force recently raided a home on Garfield Street in Port Huron. During the search, they seized 15 grams of methamphetamine, 30 grams of cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and sales materials. As a result, 45-year-old Jamal Cannon of Port Huron was arrested. Cannon, charged as a habitual offender, is currently being held at the St. Clair County Detention and Intervention Center with a $25,000 bond. The Drug Task Force continues its efforts to combat drug-related crime in the area.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet