A century-old gathering place for military veterans at 1026 Sixth Street is being sold off, as the American Legion post can no longer keep up with rising utility costs and shrinking membership. Leaders say most remaining members are seniors, with younger veterans turning to social media instead of in-person posts. Despite the loss, organizers insist the group’s mission matters more than its building, and plan to refocus on community volunteer work supporting veterans’ mental health and housing needs going forward.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A convicted sex offender already on probation for home invasion and criminal sexual conduct is back behind bars in Warren, accused of spying on a young girl through her bathroom window. Police say a mother’s call sent officers to a Pinto Street home, where they found 22-year-old Justin Moore hiding in the backyard before he ran through nearby yards and was caught. Investigators later found digital evidence suggesting a broader pattern of stalking. He now faces multiple felony charges, including stalking a minor.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County officials have confirmed enough valid signatures were collected to move forward with a recall attempt against Watertown Township Treasurer Sheila Coats. The clerk’s office made the ruling Thursday, a month after resident Ernest Krumenaker turned in the signatures accusing Coats of repeatedly failing to do her job. Under state law, the recall could now land on the November ballot. Coats has fired back, filing her own recall petitions against two fellow township officials. The Watertown Township Board meets Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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Port Huron animal rescue is giving cats and dogs a permanent home base after years of relying solely on foster families. Paws, Awes and Claws opened its first walk-in location this month on Gratiot Avenue. Organizers say meeting animals in person, rather than at pet stores, helps them relax and show their true personalities, speeding up adoptions. The rescue can house roughly 23 cats at a time, while dogs and puppies typically stay in foster homes but visit for scheduled events.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet