Six men across Macomb County are facing felony charges for failing to pay child support they legally owe, with debts between 7 thousand and nearly 36 thousand dollars. Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido says his office is cracking down on parents who can pay but refuse, prioritizing cases over 5 thousand dollars in back support. The six defendants—from Leonard, Dearborn Heights, Warren, Roseville, and St. Clair Shores—were all arraigned in late August after repeated court hearings and bench warrants failed to bring them into compliance.

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A commercial truck fire shut down westbound traffic on the Blue Water Bridge for a time early Tuesday, but crews cleared the scene and reopened all lanes within hours, according to Point Edward Fire and Rescue. The truck was crossing from Canada into Port Huron around 6 a.m. when flames broke out in the cab, prompting a swift response that kept the fire contained with no injuries reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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Port Huron Town Hall kicked off its 72nd season with actress Jennifer Grey, who pulled back the curtain on “Dirty Dancing” secrets before a packed McMorran Place Theater crowd. Grey said crews spray-painted changing leaves green to hide the fall weather during filming, and she refused to rehearse the movie’s famous lift again until the day of shooting. Grey also discussed stepping away from dance for more than 2 decades before her 2010 “Dancing with the Stars” win.

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Marysville’s Woodland Developmental Center will host its second annual Fash Bash on Sept. 24th, giving students with disabilities a turn on the runway. 24 student models will wear thrifted and upcycled outfits under the theme “Recycled, Upcycled, Adaptive.” Volunteers are adapting clothing for students needing extra help, and staff created “Narnia’s Closet,” an on-campus shop for students with limited mobility. A 1 p.m. show is for families, with a public performance following at 6 p.m.

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Downtown Port Huron businesses are counting on an economic boost as Art Hop returns Oct. 9th and 10th, bringing artists, makers and vendors downtown. Organizers say the event connects the community with creatives and drives shop traffic, running 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 9 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the 10th. A spaghetti dinner fundraiser for Art Hop is set for Sept. 23rd from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 318 Grand River Avenue, benefiting local creative programs.

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