Animal Control Director Resigns
St. Clair County Animal Control Director Melissa Miller abruptly resigned Thursday in Port Huron Township after commissioners unanimously approved a controversial ordinance rewrite she strongly opposed. The new law shifts criminal animal cruelty investigations to local police, while Animal Control focuses on shelter care, licensing, and civil complaints. County officials say the change aligns with Michigan law, but Miller argued it weakens public safety and limits her department’s authority. After weeks of debate, the board voted 7-0.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Park Vandalism Case Solved
Police in St. Clair say a vandalism case at a Little League field has been solved quickly, thanks to security cameras and community tips. Officers responded Sunday to damage inside a park bathroom on Fred Moore Highway. Video showed two masked individuals entering the building overnight. Inside, investigators found a broken toilet, smashed windows, flooding from a running sink, and red material spread across surfaces. After details were posted online, residents identified two juvenile suspects within an hour. Both have since confessed.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet