A heated Clay Township Board meeting on Monday turned chaotic when Supervisor Paul Cassidy and Treasurer Jerry Galka walked out after a dispute over public comment. The tension began when a resident mentioned an alleged social media message from Galka criticizing a past campaign. Cassidy tried to cut her off and called for removals, but police refused, saying no laws were broken. Trustee Jon DeBoyer challenged Cassidy’s handling, and after Cassidy and Galka left, DeBoyer took over as chair. With a quorum still present, the board completed its agenda.

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Port Huron will shine with community spirit as Recovery Fest ’25 takes over Pine Grove Park on Saturday, September 13th. Hosted by the Blue Water Recovery & Outreach Center, the free event celebrates National Recovery Month with food, music, and family fun. Highlights include a 5K run, live bands, exotic animal shows, and a community softball game with local police, fire, church, and recovery teams. A dove release will honor lives lost to addiction. Organizers say the festival is about healing, second chances, and proving recovery grows stronger together.

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The U.S. Coast Guard and local agencies worked nonstop during Sunday’s Port Huron Float Down to keep thousands of participants safe on the St. Clair River. Strong winds created rough water, pushing many floaters off course toward Canada. Thirty Coast Guard boats and a helicopter responded to emergencies, from capsized kayaks to boats filling with water. Despite repeated warnings against the event, crews stayed busy all day, but no major injuries or deaths were reported. Officials say teamwork among agencies ensured everyone made it home safely.

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A fatal hit-and-run is under investigation in Cottrellville Township after 34-year-old Thomas Israel of St. Clair was found dead near his bicycle on M-29 early Monday morning. Deputies say the driver struck Israel and left the scene around 3:30 a.m. First responders confirmed he died before help could arrive. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is now working to identify the suspect vehicle. Township officials are urging the driver to turn themselves in, calling the tragedy inexcusable. Anyone with tips is asked to call 810-987-1727.

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A Sandusky woman was arrested in Brown City last Thursday night, after a Sanilac County Drug Task Force traffic stop on Main Street. The 29-year-old tried to flee but was quickly taken into custody. Officers, with the help of a K9, found suspected Meth and Crack Cocaine in her vehicle. She’s now in the Sanilac County Jail facing multiple charges. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and remind residents to report suspicious drug activity anonymously.

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