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Marine City authorities have arraigned 55-year-old Christine Hurley-Arnold following a domestic shooting that injured one person last week on South Elizabeth Street. Hurley-Arnold faces four felony charges, including assault with intent to cause serious harm and discharging a weapon in a building, along with a misdemeanor domestic violence charge. She remains in custody on a $50,000 bond and is scheduled for a probable cause hearing on November 26. Police continue to investigate the incident.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Ottawa Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution has recognized outstanding high school seniors. The DAR Good Citizen Program honors Carley Barlass of Port Huron Northern High School, who earned the Good Citizen Award and the DAR Essay Scholarship. Other winners include Mackenzie Adamson of Algonac, Layney Frizzle of Carsonville-Port Sanilac, Lauren Muscat of Marine City, Cietera Wilson of Marysville, Isabelle Treutle of Memphis, Maxwell Durham of New Haven, Andrea Eldred of New Life Christian Academy, and Colin Boullard of St. Clair High School.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County hunters led the way during Michigan’s firearm deer season opener, contributing to more than 41,000 deer taken statewide over opening weekend. The Michigan DNR says weather and disease have affected numbers this year, including last winter’s heavy snow in the Upper Peninsula, a spring ice storm in northern Lower Michigan, and ongoing EHD outbreak in the south. So far this season, hunters have taken 139,345 deer, a bit higher than all of last year. Sanilac County alone tops the state with 1,497 deer harvested as of Monday.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron residents will get a chance to spark a wave of goodwill today, as the community marks Community Pay It Forward Day. The event encourages simple acts of kindness, from buying someone’s coffee to thanking a teacher or lending time at a shelter. Organizers say these small gestures can strengthen the entire Blue Water Area as the holiday season begins. Schools, businesses, and nonprofits have their own challenges to keep kindness spreading. Blue Water Recovery and Outreach Center is leading the push.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron has been recognized with a PRC Healthcare Leadership Award for keeping patients informed about their care. Out of more than 300 hospitals nationwide, LHMC stood out for its dedication to communication, innovation, and patient-focused care. The award, announced at the PRC Healthcare Experience Summit in September, honors hospitals that improve the experience for patients, staff, and the community. LHMC’s leadership says this recognition reflects the team’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality healthcare.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The YMCA of the Blue Water Area is bringing holiday cheer to Port Huron with its Jingle Jam on Dec. 6. Families can enjoy free activities including games, crafts, a breakfast with Santa, and the annual Jingle Bell Run, with only the 5K and 10K races requiring registration. YMCA President Josh Chapman says the event is about joy, connection, and giving kids a safe, magical holiday experience. Guests are encouraged to wear festive attire and snap photos with Santa.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet