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

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.

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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.

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Port Huron is gearing up for a busy stretch as Blue Water Fest returns downtown July 15th through the 18th, bringing four days of activity tied to the start of the Bayview Mackinac Race. Organizers say families can expect a packed schedule, including a parade, live music, a street fair with dozens of vendors, food trucks, and a classic car show. A drone show and sailboat race kickoff are also highlights. Many events are free, with full details available online.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

St. Clair County is investing in its future workforce with a $1.7 million grant to launch a new HVAC training program at the Technical Education Center. The funding will cover renovations and equipment as leaders work to open the program to students by fall of ’27. The two-year program will serve more than 50 students each year, preparing them for in-demand skilled trades jobs. Local officials say the effort is driven by strong hiring needs across the county and will also ease waitlists in other technical programs.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet