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Wrigley Center Construction Brings Mixed-Use Development to Downtown Port Huron

If you have ever strolled through the Flint Farmers Market or Detroit’s Eastern Market and thought, “I wish we had something like this in Port Huron”, your wish may soon be granted. Construction of the Wrigley Center in Downtown Port Huron is picking up speed as it gets closer to its projected 2022 open date.

Port Huron Downtown Development Authority Director, Cynthia Cutright said that the $14 million mixed-use development is set to have 36 condominiums built on the second and third floors, along with a farmer’s market and maker’s market. Retail and dining space are also planned with an entertainment space that will have regular programming.

Local developer Larry Jones is the mastermind behind the project that is transforming the former Art Van property and is leveraging investment from the Community Foundation of St. Clair County and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The Port Huron DDA is leasing 5400 square feet of space for the market portion.

City officials recently toured the construction site and announced that vendor applications for the market portion will be available in late spring.

The Wrigley Center name pays homage to the Wrigley Grocery store that was once on the property.

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

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

 

 

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

Antibody Therapy Available for Treating Severe COVID-19

Tri-Hopsital EMS is now providing an innovative therapy to COVID-19 patients to reduce their symptoms. Through a partnership with the State of Michigan, Bamlanivimab infusion therapy can now be administered to symptomatic individuals in their own homes by licensed health professionals from Tri-Hospital EMS.

Ken Cummings, CEO of Tri-Hospital EMS, said in a press release, “Our team of skilled medics is proud to be taking another step onto the frontlines and administering this treatment that is helping fight the pandemic in Michigan. This innovative therapy is helping reduce COVID-19 symptoms and the need to visit the hospital for treatment.”

Bamlanivimab is an FDA approved monoclonal antibody therapy that has been administered approximately 2,000 times since December. Individuals 12 and older who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are at risk for developing severe illness that would require hospitalization can speak to their doctor to see if the treatment is right for them.

Patients must meet certain criteria related to age, immune system health, and the presence of chronic diseases, and a prescription from a doctor is required.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand