Lake Huron Medical Center has been honored as a High Performing hospital for heart failure by U.S. News & World Report. This prestigious award highlights LHMC’s top-level care and expertise in treating heart failure, setting it apart from thousands of hospitals nationwide. The recognition reflects the hospital’s strong commitment to excellent patient outcomes and quality care. Interim CEO Chris Fulks emphasized that this award is a proud moment for the hospital and the people it serves.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron has recovered a historic cannon stolen from Lakeside Cemetery over 50 years ago. The cannon was spotted for sale on social media by a local collector who alerted police. After confirming its identity through Civil War records, Port Huron detectives contacted the seller in Wyandotte, who returned the cannon without incident on Monday. This marks the recovery of two of four cannons stolen from the cemetery in the 1960s, linked to the Spanish-American War. City officials will decide where to display the newly returned piece.

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On September 4th, Port Huron’s south side will host the “100 Men” event, bringing together at least 100 local men to each donate $100. Organized by the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, the fundraiser will award $10,000 to local nonprofits chosen by the attendees. Held inside a soon-to-be-opened 16,000-square-foot waterfront event space, the gathering offers a first look at a major redevelopment project set to boost the area’s economy. Food and entertainment will be provided thanks to local sponsors.

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The search for a new Sandusky Police Chief faces delays as Chief Brett Lester’s retirement nears on September 1st. After starting the replacement process this summer, the city has yet to schedule second interviews, citing background checks as the hold-up. Lester has served Sandusky since ’98 and led the police department since 2010. Meanwhile, at Monday’s council meeting, officials reviewed the city’s recent audit and approved City Manager Dave Faber as a voting delegate for upcoming Michigan municipal meetings.

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Kevin Kenaya is celebrating 30 years of running Industrial Park Marathon in Port Huron’s South Park neighborhood. Since taking over from his father in ’93, Kevin has grown the corner store into a full-service gas station and community hub. A renovation doubled the store’s size and added fuel pumps, helping spark positive change in the area. Through the pandemic and beyond, the station remained a vital spot for locals, many who walk in daily. This Friday, Kenaya will thank customers with discounts, giveaways, and raffles from 2 to 5 p.m.

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The Michigan Attorney General’s Office announced no charges will be filed against a state trooper who fatally shot a man during a standoff in Port Huron Township in February. The trooper, responding to a domestic disturbance call at a local mobile home park, fired after the man, Mark Ryan, advanced with a realistic-looking BB gun. Investigators found the shooting justified under Michigan’s Self Defense Act. Officials confirmed officers tried to de-escalate, but deadly force was deemed necessary when Ryan threatened their safety. Ryan was intoxicated at the time.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet