Port Huron’s favorite holiday figure, Officer Tinsel, has returned to the police department after a busy season at the North Pole dealing with a candy cane crisis. Early Tuesday morning, staff discovered the cheerful elf in a stocking near the records area, ready to spread festive spirit. Tinsel has already caught wind of a new elf, Nitro, at Tri-Hospital EMS and plans to make a visit soon to remind everyone who the town’s original Elf is. With the holidays underway, Officer Tinsel is set to bring joy and some friendly competition to Port Huron.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A St. Clair County animal sanctuary operator faces legal action after over 25 animals were allegedly neglected and abandoned. Dustin Roberts, 40, head of the Farm Animal Rescue Mission surrendered more than 80 animals in April following a search warrant. Investigators found pigs, goats, sheep, cows, and birds living in deep mud without food or water. Authorities say the conditions fell below livestock care standards. A probable cause hearing was set for Wednesday, with further examination on December 18th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron has closed the middle lanes of Huron Avenue between Andrew Murphy Avenue and Bard Street for a week, as of Tuesday. The Michigan Department of Transportation is conducting excavation work to check the city’s underground infrastructure for a 2027 road project. City Engineer Brent Moore says the excavation wrapped up on Tuesday, but the new concrete needs a week to dry. While there’s no exact date for the reopening, drivers should expect delays.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Foster, adoptive, and kinship families in Smiths Creek are invited to a Support Night on January 14th at Blue Water Free Methodist Church. While trained volunteers treat children (infant to middle school) to dinner and games, caregivers can join a support group for training hours, pick up essentials like diapers and clothing from Harbor Impact, or enjoy a relaxing evening. The event aims to provide families with respite and practical resources to navigate the challenges of fostering, adoption, and kinship care.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

At a recent St. Clair County Board meeting, Dr. Remington Nevin, the county’s medical director, raised health concerns about a 900-acre solar plant planned for Fort Gratiot. Nevin argued that noise from the facility could harm residents’ well-being and that the county should intervene. Over two dozen local residents also expressed frustration with the lack of communication and raised concerns about property values. Despite assurances from Ranger Power, residents want an independent environmental study to assess the plant’s impact.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

An Imlay City man was arrested Saturday morning after firing a shotgun multiple times in his backyard during a mental health crisis. Around 10:30 neighbors called 911 after some rounds struck nearby properties. Police arrived quickly, with one officer trying to talk down the man, who appeared intoxicated and fired more rounds before his gun jammed. The man was eventually arrested after damaging police vehicles. He faces charges, including reckless discharge of a firearm and destruction of property.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet