St. Clair County

Port Huron Woman Shoots Man During Alleged Break In

Port Huron, MI — On February 28, 2021 at 5:07 a.m. neighbors in the 900 block of Huron Avenue called  Central Dispatch advising a disorderly male was yelling for help in the street. Minutes later, a 31 year old female resident in the 900 block of Huron Avenue called 911 stating she just shot  someone trying to break in her home. The female was home alone with a small child.  

Port Huron Police arrived and found a 35 year old male Richmond resident shot in the neck at  the corner of Huron Avenue and Beers Street. Officers provided medical attention until Tri – Hospital EMS arrived and transported him to McLaren Port Huron Hospital. He was later  transferred to McLaren Macomb Hospital and is in stable condition.  

The female shooter was interviewed and released. She did not know the male and it is not  known why he was trying to enter her home. No charges have been sought on either party at  this time, as the case is still under investigation. Once the investigation is complete, it will be  forwarded to the St. Clair County Prosecutor’s Office for review. 

If you have any information on this shooting 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. 

Submitted by Port Huron police Department

Health Department Launching New Contact Tracing Tool

The St. Clair County Health Department is launching a new system to track the spread of COVID-19 in the community. The Patient Education Genius (PEG) software tool will text and/or email an automated survey to those who test positive for the virus.

The PEG system will collect information such as demographics, current symptoms, the date symptoms began, and names of close contacts. This information is used to help identify those who could potentially spread the virus and alert them to isolate or quarantine.

In a press release, Dr. Annette Mercatant Medical Health Officer urged people to complete the survey if they recieve it. She also noted that the survey “does not gather any private information (social security numbers, personal passwords, or banking details)” and “should take less than 15 minutes to complete.”

The PEG system reduces the burden on case investigators who have been relying on phone calls to complete contact tracing duties.

For more information about PEG, visit the website <HERE>.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

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

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

 

 

East China Virtual Academy Gives Options to Students and Families

East China School District in St. Clair County is launching the East China Virtual Academy, ECVA. The Academy will offer online instruction using East China teachers and will have a full K-12 course catalog. Twenty percent of East China district students chose full-time virtual learning this school year. 

Teacher Jason Perrin, one of the organizers of the project, said that the district began planning before the pandemic with the hope of offering more options and flexibility. The Academy will be housed in the new Innovation Center. He said, “As educators, we know students are individuals and what works for one student may not be the best fit for another. ECVA will be an option for all students no matter what their academic goals may be.”

Online instruction options will be available for full-time virtual students, drop-in high school students who take courses outside of the traditional classroom, and for students who need to make up credits.

When asked if he thinks online learning is here to stay, Perrin said, “Yes! Online/Hybrid learning is an important option to have for students and families that are looking for alternative approaches to traditional education and many families have realized it works for them during pandemic learning.”

Twenty percent of East China district students chose full-time virtual learning this school year. 

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

Magna International Building Manufacturing Facility in St. Clair

The Magna International company is building a brand new factory in St. Clair. The manufacturing facility is expected to add over 300 jobs to the region with its $70.1 million investment. Magna plans to manufacture complex battery enclosures for the 2022 GMC Hummer EV, an electronic propulsion vehicle.

The location of the 345,000 square foot building in St. Clair County is a victory for both the county and state as several Midwest locations were vying for the investment. Magna currently employs over 10,000 people in Michigan. They manufacture a variety of components for the auto industry, including complete vehicles, and have been part of the industry since 1957.

Finding local people to fill the jobs is a priority. Dan Casey of the St. Clair County Economic Development Alliance said, “We’re excited to see more Industry 4.0 jobs coming to St. Clair County. We look forward to working with Magna Electric Vehicle Structures to develop new training resources to support the company’s growth.” 

A link to information about jobs with Magna:

https://www.magna.com/company/careers

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland