St. Clair County Judge Cynthia Lane sentenced 64-year-old Anthony Harris to 10 to 18 years in prison for his role in the 1980 murder of Karen Umphrey, following a plea deal. Harris confessed and testified against codefendant Douglas Laming, who was found guilty of first-degree murder. In his confession, Harris admitted he and Laming forced 21-year-old Umphrey into their car, sexually assaulted her, and then witnessed Laming fatally shoot her. Umphrey’s sisters spoke at Harris’ sentencing, sharing the lasting trauma her murder inflicted on their family.

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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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A 78-year-old Clay Township man was found dead in a canal near Anchor Bay Drive on Monday evening, after going missing earlier that day. His family reported him missing around 4:30 p.m., and a search led by the St. Clair County Sheriff’s dive team revealed signs he had entered the water, including a broken dock board. The man’s body was recovered by 9:15 p.m. and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Local authorities are continuing to investigate the drowning, which has deeply impacted the community.

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St. Clair County Community College, or SC4, in Port Huron will host the inaugural Thumbcoast Tip-Off Basketball Tournament today through Saturday, featuring 12 exciting women’s junior college basketball games. Top-ranked teams like No. 3 Mesa Community College and No. 21 SC4 will compete, alongside other nationally ranked schools. Fans can catch the games, with the championship set for Saturday at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 per day, or $25 for the weekend. Special guest, Hall of Famer Juliene Brazinski Simpson, will also be on hand for ceremonies.

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Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron is hiring new staff as it expands with a new unit to meet rising community healthcare demands. The unit, located on the fourth floor, will add 10 inpatient beds and serve patients needing extended stays. CEO Jose Kottoor stated the addition reflects the hospital’s commitment to addressing the community’s health needs. The expansion includes emergency room, urology, general surgery, and primary care services, and involves hiring more nurses and other healthcare professionals.

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Crumbl is opening its newest store in the Port Huron area on Friday morning. Located at 4071 24th Ave, the shop will serve up its famous cookies from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. for the grand opening. You can meet the owners and enjoy a special promotion: a free chocolate chip cookie with the code MIPORTHURON on the app, available until December 17th. After the opening, Crumbl will operate from 8 to 10 p.m. weekdays and 8 to 11 p.m. on weekends. Delivery options include the Crumbl app, DoorDash, and UberEats.

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