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Marysville police say fraud scams are spiking in town and seniors are being targeted. Officers stopped a crew last Tuesday that tried to trick a local couple with a fake concrete job near the RESA campus on Range Road. One person was arrested and released as charges are prepared. Police say the group has a multi-state crime history. Residents are urged to only hire reputable companies and to report suspicious activity or fraud to Marysville Police at 810-364-6300.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

State lawmakers are set to consider the Joshua Conant Act, named for a Port Huron man who died outside a downtown bar in ’23. The bills, sponsored by State Rep. Joe Pavlov, would require security staff across Michigan to be trained in safe restraint techniques to prevent suffocation. The proposal mirrors Port Huron’s own Joshua Conant Ordinance, passed earlier this year. City Manager James Freed, Conant’s family, and community members plan to speak at the House Committee hearing on November 13th in support of the changes.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum received a $1,807.97 boost thanks to local group Woman’s Life Insurance Society, Lexington Chapter 927. The funds came from an August “Quartermania” auction that raised $1,307.97, matched by $500 from the chapter. Members have long supported the museum through volunteering and helping with events like the annual Haunted Village. Sanilac County Historical Society leaders say the donation strengthens efforts to preserve and celebrate local history.

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Port Huron Museums is launching “Winter Traditions Around the World!” from Nov. 12th to Jan. 4th, inviting locals to help create displays celebrating global winter holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and Lunar New Year. Before the holidays, the museum hosts fall events including the Haunted Blue Water Area film today, and the Murder and Mayhem Trolley Tour Saturday and on the 30th. December features the Holiday Lights Trolley Tour with hot chocolate, cookies, and a stop at the new exhibit.

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The St. Clair County Prosecutor’s Office is pushing back against a rare move by the defense in a local murder case. Lawyers for Maurice Houle — accused of killing his girlfriend’s 3-year-old son in ’18 — tried to subpoena the same prosecutor who is handling the trial. Prosecutors say that is improper and not necessary because detectives and transcripts can speak to the same facts. A judge will decide on Nov. 7th, the same day the court hears arguments over whether Houle’s interrogation statements can be barred from trial. Houle faces life in prison if convicted.

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The Brown City Council took action last week, hiring Kyle R. Harris as interim city manager after Chuck Bennett resigned in August. Harris will earn $240 a day and get a few extra days off over the next few months. The council also confirmed hiring Sandusky-based Rising Tide Municipal Solutions to lead the search for a permanent city manager, paying the firm $9,200 for their services. The interim role will continue until a permanent manager is selected, with pay set by experience.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet