Men Arrested for Port Huron Stabbing

Port Huron, MI — On February 24, 2021 at 8:11 p.m. Port Huron Police Officers were sent to Lake Huron Medical Center for a 37 year old male Burtchville Township resident who arrived with multiple stab wounds.

A witness advised they had been in the 1600 block of Jay Street arguing with a 21 year old male resident about a vehicle. The 21 year old male’s friend from Madison Heights began to get involved and eventually stabbed the victim multiple times. 

The suspect, also a 21 year old, then fled the scene heading to his home in Madison Heights. 

Port Huron Police Major Crimes Unit worked with the Madison Heights Police Department to arrest the suspect at his home. He was transported to the St. Clair County Intervention Center and lodged on the charges of Attempt Murder. 

The 21 year old male who lived in the 1600 block of Jay Street fled the scene and was found in an apartment in the 2600 block of Krafft Rd. When this male was advised he was under arrest, he fought with officers. He was lodged in the St. Clair County Intervention Center on the charges of Aiding & Abetting and Resisting/Obstructing a Police Officer. 

If you have any information on this stabbing call CAPTURE at (810) 987-6688. Anonymous texts can also be received by texting the keyword CAPTURE and the message/tip to 847411 or by downloading the Port Huron PD app on an apple or android device. Tips can also be emailed by clicking on the CAPTURE link at www.porthuronpolice.org. 

UPDATED 3/1/2021:

Joshua David Schreibman, a 21 year old male from Madison Heights was arraigned on the following charges: Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm less than Murder. His bond was set at $50,000 and Probable Cause Conference was set for March 9, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Honorable Judge John Monaghan. 

Devin Michael Convery, a 21 year old male from Port Huron was arraigned on the following charges: Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm less than Murder and Resisting & Obstructing Police (2 counts). His bond was set at $25,000 and Probable Cause Conference was set for March 9, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Honorable Judge John Monaghan. 

Submitted by the Port Huron Police Department

Dominik Hricovsky

Man Charged with Terrorism for Threats to Cleveland Elementary School

Port Huron, MI — On Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 8:10 a.m. St. Clair County Central Dispatch received several calls from an unknown male making threats to burn down Cleveland Elementary School and shoot police officers. The Port Huron Police immediately responded to Cleveland Elementary School which went into a soft lockdown until police could figure out what was occurring. 

Central Dispatchers were able to connect the address the calls were made from, which was an apartment in the 2700 block of Nern Street. Port Huron Police made contact with a 32 year old male from Ohio inside the apartment. He was in Port Huron visiting his girlfriend he had recently met online. When he was placed under arrest, he attempted to run and fight officers who deployed a taser. The 32 year old male gave several names before Officers were able to positively identify him using a portable fingerprint scanner provided by the Michigan State Police. The male was eventually lodged in the St. Clair County Intervention Center on the charges of Terrorism (Using a Telecommunication to commit a crime), False Report or threat of a bomb, and Resisting & Obstructing arrest. The 32 year old male, who is also on Parole through Ohio, was lodged without bond. 

The entire soft lock down spanned about one hour before the suspect was found and arrested. We want to thank the Port Huron Schools and the Port Huron School Resource Officer for their cooperation and quick response. 

If you have any information on this threat call CAPTURE at (810) 987-6688. Anonymous texts can also be received by texting the keyword CAPTURE and the message/tip to 847411 or by downloading the Port Huron PD app on an apple or android device. Tips can also be emailed by clicking on the CAPTURE link at www.porthuronpolice.org. 

UPDATED 3/1/2021:

Dominik Hricovsky, a 32 year old male from Ohio, was arraigned on February 28th on the  following charges: Threat of Terrorism, Discharging a Firearm in or at a Building,  Felony Firearm (2 Counts), Felon in Possession of Firearm, Resisting & Obstructing and Habitual Offender 4th Offense notice. (During the investigation Friday, Detectives  learned Hricovsky actually had fired one round out of the window of the apartment that he  made the calls from in the 2700 block of Nern Street).  

Hricovsky has a $250,000 bond. His Probable Cause Conference hearing date is  Tuesday March 9, 2021 at 9:00 AM and his preliminary exam is scheduled for Tuesday  March 16, 2021 at 1:30 PM. He also has a Parole Hold through Ohio.  February 24, 2021

Submitted by the Port Huron Police Department

Parks & Rec Hiring Summer Workers

Port Huron, MI — Teens looking for a summer job can start applying to Port Huron Parks and Recreation. After a long wait and a reliance on virtual activities, the Rec Department is anticipating the return of sports, swim, and art classes along with other events this summer.

As in-person programming returns, the Parks & Rec Department is hiring coaches, lifeguards, programmers, day camp workers, and more. Applications are available on the City of Port Huron’s Website <HERE>.

Emily May started working for the department as a lifeguard in 2014. Now, she has worked her way up to a position as a Recreation Coordinator. In a press release, Emily said, “This is an excellent opportunity for those looking for a fun, active summer job that will give them lifelong friendships and help them make a difference in our community.”

The City of Port Huron is also hiring police officers, seasonal laborers and lawn maintenance staff, and parking booth attendants.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

 

 

DNR Predicts Heavy Natural “Winter Fish Kill”

Don’t be alarmed if you see dead fish in our waterways in the Blue Water Area. That is the message from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Gary Whelan, DNR Fisheries Division research manager said, “Winterkill is the most common type of fish kill. As the season changes, it can be particularly common in shallow lakes, ponds, streams, and canals. These kills are localized and typically do not affect the overall health of the fish populations or fishing quality.”

Lake Huron is likely to have less fish kill, as it has substantial depth. But, canals, rivers, and streams in the area are susceptible to a more visible fish kill. Deep snowpack, as is the case on local rivers, can also increase fish kill as sunlight cannot get to the bottom of the water.

The dead fish that might be showing up soon have probably been dead for a month or so, according to the DNR. This winter caused significant stress for fish with cold temperatures and heavy snowfall.

The DNR welcomes reports on fish kills, so they can monitor the health of the waterways. Reports can be made at Michigan.gov/EyesInTheField.

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

Flower Baskets Coming to Beautify Downtown

Port Huron, MI — The Port Huron Downtown Development Authority will be adding hanging flower baskets throughout Downtown Port Huron. The project was approved in September of 2020 and will begin to beautify the city this spring.

Ninety-two iron hangars will be installed to hold the flower baskets which were purchased from Eckert’s Greenhouse in Sterling Heights. Eckert’s is a family owned and operated greenhouse that is known for providing hanging baskets in other cities such as Ludington and Clawson.

The baskets will feature a “Labor Saver” feature which enables them to be watered every other day, and the DDA is working on strategies to keep them well-tended and healthy.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

East China Virtual Academy Gives Options to Students and Families

East China School District in St. Clair County is launching the East China Virtual Academy, ECVA. The Academy will offer online instruction using East China teachers and will have a full K-12 course catalog. Twenty percent of East China district students chose full-time virtual learning this school year. 

Teacher Jason Perrin, one of the organizers of the project, said that the district began planning before the pandemic with the hope of offering more options and flexibility. The Academy will be housed in the new Innovation Center. He said, “As educators, we know students are individuals and what works for one student may not be the best fit for another. ECVA will be an option for all students no matter what their academic goals may be.”

Online instruction options will be available for full-time virtual students, drop-in high school students who take courses outside of the traditional classroom, and for students who need to make up credits.

When asked if he thinks online learning is here to stay, Perrin said, “Yes! Online/Hybrid learning is an important option to have for students and families that are looking for alternative approaches to traditional education and many families have realized it works for them during pandemic learning.”

Twenty percent of East China district students chose full-time virtual learning this school year. 

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland