East China Park has seen growing damage over the summer, with graffiti, broken fixtures, and even cut-down trees causing an estimated $10,000 in losses. Parks Manager Deanna Slanec says repairing the damage could take until spring. Deputies from the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office have stepped up patrols, and security cameras are being installed to catch vandals. Officials say two young men appear responsible for it, and no new incidents have occurred since patrols increased. Anyone with tips is asked to contact Deputy Dawson Sugars.

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A Hamtramck man will now face sentencing in St. Clair County after taking a plea deal in a Port Huron teen sex assault case. Prosecutors dropped several top felony charges after 23-year-old Mansoor Obaid admitted in court to three criminal sexual conduct counts tied to a February attack in a Port Huron parking lot. Police say a rape exam later matched Obaid’s DNA. He remains in the county jail on a $500,000 bond and will be sentenced December 1st by Judge Michael West.

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Sarnia residents have until 4:30 p.m. on November 10th to weigh in on the Mitton Streetscape project through an online survey. The city plans to rebuild Mitton Street from Wellington to Davis, upgrading sewers and creating a “complete street” that’s safer and more welcoming for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Designs feature wider sidewalks, bike lanes, street trees, and flexible spaces for patios or events. Three options focus on different combinations of parking, bike lanes, and public space. Construction could begin next year, pending budget approval.

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A Lapeer woman’s short drive home turned into a 250-mile adventure last week. 79-year-old Georgia Oates left Eastpointe on last Tuesday, but got lost and later lost phone contact with her son. Her car was spotted near Saginaw early Wednesday, far from her intended destination. Michigan State Police confirmed she was safely found later that afternoon near Cheboygan, just south of the Mackinac Bridge. Authorities thanked the public for tips and assistance during her unexpected journey.

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Lexington’s McKenzie Health System raised over $30,000 at its Autumn Benefit Saturday at Lakeview Hills Country Club, bringing together roughly 150 guests for dinner, a comedy show by Collin Moulton, a silent auction, wine pull, and 50/50 raffle. Event speakers highlighted the community’s support for local healthcare and shared updates on the new hospital building project. Organizers thanked attendees for helping strengthen healthcare access in Lexington. Project updates, photos, and drone videos are available at McKenzieHealth.org/Build.

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A Bad Axe man faces tough penalties after a Huron County jury found him guilty Wednesday of threatening a witness. Ronald Grady, 62, confronted a woman and her fiancé at Bottom’s Up Bar last December, despite a court order barring him from contacting her. Staff had to step in as Grady made threatening remarks toward the fiancé. Police confirmed his actions were intended to intimidate. Grady will be sentenced as a repeat offender on December 15th in Huron County Circuit Court, with his bond continuing until then.

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