George James

Thursday morning in Cass City, Medilodge triggered a response from police and nearby agencies after a 911 call reported an active shooter. The call came around 9:15 a.m., but it was soon clarified that the facility was conducting a planned active shooter drill. During the drill, Medilodge went into lockdown, but someone unaware of the exercise mistakenly called 911. Cass City Police officers still responded to gather details and confirmed there was no real threat. Officials reassured residents that this was a safety practice, not an emergency.

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Port Huron will host the Antique & Classic Boat Show at James C. Acheson Marina on September 5th and 6th. The event highlights vintage boats from Michigan brands like Gar Woods and Chris-Crafts, with a special focus this year on historic race boats from 1930 to 1990. Powerboat racing legend Tom D’Eath, a local sports hall of famer, will also appear. Visitors can enjoy free boat rides, kids’ activities, a frisbee dog show, and local art sales. The event celebrates the area’s rich boating history and offers fun for the whole family.

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Lexington cranks up the volume this Friday with The Gobies headlining Music in the Park at Patrick Tierney Memorial Park. Known for gritty garage rock and Midwest flair, the band hits the stage at 7:30 p.m. The free event includes local refreshments and shuttle service from nearby churches and North Shore Trailer Park. Guests should bring lawn chairs and umbrellas, as the show goes on rain or shine. The concert is part of a community-backed series led by the Lexington Arts Council and supported by local foundations and businesses.

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Early Tuesday morning, a milk tanker flipped on M-46 near Phillips Road in Kingston Township, spilling more than 12,000 gallons of milk into a nearby ditch. Firefighters from Kingston and Mayville worked together to free the driver, who suffered only minor injuries. Michalski Excavating brought in sand to stop the milk from spreading further, helping protect local waterways. Tuscola County officials called in the state environmental agency to handle the cleanup, while sheriff’s deputies and Michigan State Police are investigating the accident.

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The St. Clair County Dive Team’s annual “Ice Cream Saves Lives” fundraiser drew a large crowd Tuesday at the Milkhouse in Fort Gratiot. The event raised about $30,000 to help cover costs for vital training, equipment, and certifications that county funding doesn’t fully cover. Volunteers served ice cream to support the dive team, who respond 24/7 to emergencies like drownings and search-and-rescue missions across the county. This fundraise marked a record year, strengthening local efforts to keep the dive team ready to save lives.

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