In Port Huron, excitement filled the air as Officer Paul revealed the name of his new K9 partner: Axel! After visiting eight local schools and receiving hundreds of creative suggestions, the winning name came from four local students—Ben, Greyson, Matthew, and Syer. To celebrate, officers surprised the winners with framed photos of their submissions, a chance to meet Axel, and a pizza party for their class. A big thanks goes to all the students, teachers, and schools for their enthusiastic support of this fun project.

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Landmark Academy students returned to school Thursday after authorities deemed a recent shooting threat non-credible. The Kimball Township school had canceled Wednesday’s classes after a tip about a gun threat, but the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office found no evidence to support it. School officials reassured parents of existing safety protocols. Police presence will be visible on campus, and middle and high school students will have their backpacks searched. Social workers are available to support anxious students, as administrators remind families that false school threats can lead to felony charges.

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Advance Auto Parts announced plans to close at least 500 corporate stores and exit 200 independent locations by mid-2025, as part of a major restructuring. This decision comes after the company reported an 11% profit increase in Q3 of this year, despite lower sales. The closures aim to boost parts availability, improve pricing, and enhance operational efficiency. While it’s unclear if the Port Huron store will be affected, the company operates 140 locations in the state, including in Lansing, Warren, and Detroit.

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A recent investigation by the St. Clair County Drug Task Force led to the arrest of Samuel Serra, 55, in Clay Township for drug trafficking. Serra was found with over 85 grams of methamphetamine, 15 grams of cocaine, 18 grams of fentanyl, and other drug-related items at a storage unit. He faces multiple felony charges, including trafficking in meth, cocaine, and fentanyl, as well as maintaining a drug house. Serra is currently being held at the St. Clair County Detention Center with a $30,000 bond.

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McKenzie Health System is wrapping up its annual Healthy Living Together series with a session on “Healthy Holiday Meals” on November 20th from noon to 1. Led by Michigan State University Extension’s Mary Gilbert, the event will offer tips on making holiday meals nutritious without losing flavor. Participants will learn about balanced meal planning, healthy ingredient swaps, and holiday recipes that keep gatherings both delicious and healthy. The event is free and open to the public, with both in-person and virtual options.

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