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A Clinton Township man is heading to prison after a jury found he assaulted his elderly grandmother with a belt. Prosecutors say 34-year-old Jordan Ellington attacked the 77-year-old woman in March of ’25, putting a belt around her neck and threatening to tighten it next time. A Macomb County judge sentenced him to 20 to 48 months behind bars, going above state guidelines. The conviction came in May, and the judge called the violence serious enough to warrant a longer prison term.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A sudden resignation shifted the tone of a Watertown Township board meeting Tuesday, as Supervisor Richard Henderson stepped down effective midnight, citing ongoing conflict. With the position now vacant, the board plans to seek applicants while dropping a pending recall effort against him. However, recall petitions still target three remaining officials, including the clerk, treasurer, and a trustee, following months of disputes. In a rare moment of agreement, the board unanimously voted to reverse recent pay raises, calling the meeting one of its most productive in months.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A major investment is moving ahead in Port Huron as US Farathane prepares to build a large logistics center in the city’s industrial park. City officials say the $30 million project on Dove Street will feature a 200,000-square-foot facility, making it the largest building in the park. The center is expected to support the company’s existing operations, help retain about 560 local jobs, and potentially add more. Leaders say the project, years in the making, strengthens the city’s position for future industrial growth.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

More than seven years in the making, Port Huron leaders and residents are celebrating a long-awaited upgrade along the Black River. The Military Street Bridge Pocket Park is now open, transforming what was once a forgotten corner into a modern waterfront gathering space. The project includes new seating, improved access, and a steel pavilion designed for events and live music. Despite delays and redesigns, city officials say the result is stronger and built to last, with local crews leading the work. The space is already drawing interest for events and downtown activities.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Lake Huron Medical Center in St. Clair County is earning national recognition for how quickly and effectively it treats stroke patients, receiving the American Heart Association’s Stroke Gold Plus award along with two additional honors for rapid care and diabetes-related stroke treatment. The awards highlight the hospital’s focus on fast diagnosis and treatment, which is critical since stroke remains a leading cause of death and disability. By following proven care guidelines, the center is helping more patients survive, recover faster, and return home with fewer long-term complications.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A St. Clair County man is facing several serious charges after deputies say a domestic assault in Berlin Township escalated over multiple days. Police responded Sunday morning to a home on Holmes Road, where a 27-year-old man is accused of repeatedly attacking and strangling his girlfriend, then shooting her phone to stop her from calling for help. When troopers arrived, he allegedly tried to flee the scene on a golf cart but was quickly caught nearby and taken into custody without further incident.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet