Port Huron Township authorities concluded a drug investigation last week on West Water Street. The St. Clair County Drug Task Force arrested 50-year-old Kimbereley Parker after discovering methamphetamine in her possession. A search of her home uncovered a larger stash of meth, digital scales, and drug paraphernalia. Parker was arraigned in 72nd District Court on November 2nd and faces felony charges for possession of a controlled substance. Her bond is set at $25,000 cash or surety, and the investigation highlights ongoing efforts to combat local narcotics sales.

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Drivers crossing the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron will see tolls rise to $5 starting December 1st. The $1 hike aims to cover increasing maintenance costs and fund bridge plaza upgrades. It’s the second step in a phased plan that began last year after public feedback. The Michigan Department of Transportation says rates hadn’t changed in 14 years before the first increase in ’24. EDGE Pass users will still get a 50-cent discount per trip. Full details are available online at BlueWaterBridge.us.

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A St. Clair County judge on Friday denied two defense motions in the Matthew Maison murder case. Maurice Houle’s attorney sought to dismiss the murder charge and block evidence from an ’18 search, but the court rejected both. The ruling follows a plea deal by Houle’s ex, Amanda Maison, who admitted to second-degree murder and covering up abuse. Prosecutors say evidence, including injuries and blood on a pillow, shows Matthew’s death in Port Huron Township was not accidental. Houle’s next hearings are in December and February, with felony murder carrying up to life in prison.

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A deadly shooting at an Almont business last Wednesday morning left one person dead and a Columbus Township man in custody. Police say the suspect fled before being tracked down by Lapeer County deputies along I-69 near Imlay City. During the chase, deputies shot and injured the 32-year-old man, who’s now stable at a hospital. Five patrol cars were damaged and three officers suffered minor injuries. Michigan State Police are now handling both the Almont shooting and the officer-involved shooting investigations.

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