St. Clair County RESA Superintendent Brenda Tenniswood says a recent encounter reminded her of education’s lasting impact. A teacher shared that years ago, as a nervous kindergartener at Belle River Elementary, reading in Tenniswood’s office helped her feel safe—and now she’s a teacher herself. Tenniswood says those small childhood moments reflect RESA’s mission to build confidence and curiosity early on. Through preschool programs, playgroups, and local partnerships like the Imagination Library, RESA helps families nurture learning from birth. This month, the county celebrates young children and the educators shaping their futures.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Macomb County has a new leader in its Probate Court. Chief Judge James Biernat, Jr. has appointed Maryanne Deneweth as the Court’s new Administrator. Deneweth has been with the Probate Court since ’23 and previously worked more than two decades as a partner at a Clinton Township law firm. The Court handles wills, estates, and mental health cases for local families. Judge Biernat says Deneweth’s experience and leadership will bring fresh energy and innovation to the Court, which serves residents across Macomb County.

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The Port Huron woman accused of killing a man at a local gas station won’t face trial this month after all. Thirty-six-year-old Amber Oile’s April 15 trial is on hold while she undergoes a court‑ordered mental health evaluation. Prosecutors say Oile shot and killed 30‑year‑old Reginald Franklin last October during an argument at a Military Street gas station. Security video showed Oile pulling a gun on Franklin twice, firing several shots, and then shooting him in the head. She’s charged with open murder and remains held without bond in the St. Clair County Jail.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet