Port Huron Revives Women’s Fastpitch Softball

In Port Huron, women’s fastpitch softball is back after a 20-year absence, thanks to Micah Wallace-Seals. He launched a new league with three teams—Lady Rebels, Turn Two Tequila, and Blue Water Assassins—playing Tuesday night doubleheaders at Memorial Park and Pine Grove Park. Local players like Sarah Hall and Gabby Lamere, who grew up playing fastpitch, are thrilled to return to their roots, bringing together women of all ages to compete in the sport they love.

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Fresh Food and School Supplies at The Mobile Market

Families across Sarnia-Lambton are getting a boost this summer with fresh produce, healthy snacks, and school supplies, thanks to The Inn of the Good Shepherd. The Mobile Market makes 18 weekly stops offering free vegetables, while the Snack Pack Program feeds kids through summer break. Before school starts, more than 1,200 backpacks filled with essential supplies will be distributed. These efforts rely on strong local support from sponsors, farmers, and community volunteers to help families stay healthy and prepared.

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Deckerville Community Cookout

On Friday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Deckerville residents can enjoy a fun-filled Community Cookout hosted by Aspire Rural Health System. The event features open houses at Deckerville Community Hospital and the Medical Office Building. Locals can meet doctors, tour a renovated clinic, explore an ambulance, and grab free hot dogs or lemonade. Visiting both spots enters folks into a $50 gift card drawing. It’s a great day for families to connect with healthcare heroes in Deckerville.

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Man Faces Felony Charges

In Kimball Township, 33-year-old Kyle Cornette was arrested after Michigan State Police discovered he was sharing illegal child images online. Following a tip in May, the Computer Crimes Unit investigated, leading to a search of Cornette’s home where officers found illicit videos and photos on his devices. He faces four felony charges, including aggravated distribution and possession of child sexually abusive material, plus two counts of using a computer for criminal acts. Arrested on July 15th, Cornette remains in St. Clair County jail with a court hearing set for July 29th

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Brown City Housing Project Approved

At last week’s Sanilac County meeting, commissioners approved a major housing redevelopment plan in Brown City, despite one commissioner’s objection. The project by Maple Valley Estates LLC will transform nearly 13 acres on Maple Valley Road into 70 new homes, half for sale and half for rent, including 11 income-restricted units. Construction is set to begin in summer of ’28. Meanwhile, the county also ended the contract of Parks Director Vincent Micallef, just two months after his hiring, with no clear explanation given.

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