The St. Clair County Health Advisory Board voted 5-2 Wednesday to back a proposal that could ban adding fluoride to local drinking water. The move supports Medical Director Dr. Remington Nevin’s recommendation to draft county regulations stopping fluoridation. Nevin says new studies show health risks may outweigh benefits. Health Officer Elizabeth King will review the plan before any rules are made. For now, water systems stay the same, but the proposal could reshape how fluoride is used across St. Clair County.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron Police say a medical emergency occurred Thursday morning near the student drop-off area at Woodrow Wilson Elementary, but no students were in danger. Staff called 911, and EMS, Fire, and police quickly responded. The individual was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The person was outside the school, and students were never involved. Police shared updates on social media to reassure the community.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Law enforcement agencies across the Thumb are hosting the DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day on October 25th. Residents can safely dispose of unwanted or expired prescription pills, capsules, and patches from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at sheriff offices and Michigan State Police sites in Huron, Lapeer, St. Clair, Sanilac, and Tuscola Counties. Local police departments will also join in collecting medications. Syringes, sharps, and liquids are not accepted unless sealed tightly in their original container. The event helps prevent drug misuse and keeps citizens safe.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet