A deadly crash occurred early Friday morning on westbound I-94 near Church Rd. Deputies responded to reports of a blue Dodge Charger speeding eastbound in the westbound lanes. Shortly after, a two-car collision was reported involving the Charger and a Ford Explorer. The driver of the Charger, a 28-year-old man from Harper Woods, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 32-year-old Flint man driving the Explorer was rushed to McLaren Macomb in critical condition. The highway was closed for hours as authorities investigated.

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In a St. Clair County courtroom last Thursday, Judge Daniel Damman sentenced Michael Hogan, 41 from Algonac, to over seven years in prison for killing 29-year-old Brandon Accettura in a November crash. Hogan, who was intoxicated and had THC in his system, veered into Accettura’s lane on Dixie Highway, causing a head-on collision. Hogan, with a history of drunk driving offenses, apologized, but prosecutors emphasized his lack of concern for the victim. The courtroom was filled with Accettura’s supporters.

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Starting April 28th, the Michigan Department of Transportation will resurface M-29 between Chartier Road and Belle River Avenue in Marine City. The $1 million project will include asphalt repairs, joint fixes, and sidewalk upgrades to meet ADA standards. Construction is expected to last until June, with one lane open in each direction. These repairs aim to provide a smoother, safer driving experience. Governor Gretchen Whitmer emphasized that this project is part of a larger effort to improve Michigan’s roads, supporting local jobs without raising taxes.

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St. Clair County Parks is hosting a free workshop on April 29th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goodells County Park to teach residents how to build traps for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect recently spotted in nearby Macomb County. The lanternfly threatens local crops, especially fruit plants like grapes. Participants will learn to identify the insect, its life cycle, and how to build traps using materials provided. The workshop also covers how to spot tree of heaven, a common host for the pest. Pre-registration is required.

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Students from St. Clair County’s Technical Education Center (TEC) earned 19 medals at the recent SkillsUSA Michigan State Conference in Grand Rapids. Among the top achievers were Lucas Bauman and Allane Stamplis, who won gold in metal machining and welding, respectively. Their victories earned them spots at the national competition in Atlanta this June. A total of 67 TEC students participated in the event, showcasing skills in automotive technology, culinary arts, welding, and more.

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