St. Clair County

Enjoy Family Fun At This Year’s Marysville Summerfest

If you’re looking for family fun in the Blue Water Area, look no further than the Marysville Summerfest which kicks off at Marysville Park located at 801 E. Huron Blvd., from June 13th to 16th. 

Highlights include live concerts, a Carnival Midway, petting zoo, and a classic car show on June 16th from 12 – 4 p.m. A spectacular drone show will light up the sky on June 15th at 10pm, followed by fireworks on June 16th at 10 p.m. 

Festival hours are Thursday and Friday from 4:00 – 11:00 p.m., Saturday from 12:00 – 11:30 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 – 11:00 p.m. Visitors can enjoy free onsite parking at Marysville Municipal Park. No outside food, beverages, or pets allowed.

For more details, visit: summerfestinmarysville.com 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Cargill Meat Solutions Recalls 16,243 Pounds Of Ground Beef Contaminated With E. Coli

Cargill Meat Solutions is voluntarily recalling approximately 16,243 pounds of raw ground beef products due to potential contamination with E. coli O157:H7. 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued the recall notice. The affected products are marked with the USDA mark of inspection on the front of the label and have the establishment number “EST. 86P” on the back.

The raw ground beef products were distributed to Walmart retail locations nationwide. The establishment discovered the issue after realizing that previously separated products had been mistakenly used in the production of ground beef.

Consumers are urged not to consume the affected products. They should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

City Council Announces “Spirit of Port Huron” Community Service Awards Program

In 1986, the City Council of Port Huron established the “Spirit of Port Huron” awards program to honor exceptional citizens who have made significant contributions to the community. 

This year’s ceremony is scheduled for September 23rd, and will recognize individuals and organizations in eight categories including Brotherhood, Civic, Cultural, Economic Progress, Good Neighbor, Heroism, Life Achievement, and Youth Service.

The City Council is calling for nominations from Port Huron residents, local groups, service clubs, and churches. Nominations should include the nominee’s name, contact information, the category for which they are being nominated, and a description of their activities that support the nomination. All nominations must be submitted by July 11th to: 

Office of the Mayor

100 McMorran Boulevard

Port Huron, Michigan 48060

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Attorney General Warns Of Venmo Scam Tactics

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert about payment apps following a surge in nationwide scams targeting Venmo users. 

The scam involves fraudsters “accidentally” sending money to consumers and then requesting its return. Nessel advises consumers to never send back the money, but to report the incident to the peer-to-peer (P2P) service. 

Scammers typically use stolen funds, which Venmo will eventually flag as fraudulent. If consumers return the money, they risk the money being taken from their personal account when the fraud is discovered. 

Nessel emphasizes the importance of caution in transactions with unknown parties and urges victims to report scams to her department or the Federal Trade Commission. 

For more information or to file a complaint, visit: michigan.gov/consumerprotection.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Under Michigan Law Adultery Is Considered A Felony

Did you know that adultery is a felony under Michigan law, although prosecutions have not occurred in decades? Despite this, extramarital affairs often lead to marriage termination and significantly impact divorce proceedings. 

Section 552.6 of the Michigan Compiled Law cites an “irretrievably broken” marriage as grounds for divorce, with adultery influencing alimony, child support, and property division decisions. Adultery is defined as a sexual relationship involving at least one married person. Interestingly, the law treats adulterous men and women differently, although Michigan’s no-fault divorce status allows dissolution without specifying grounds. However, infidelity can still affect court decisions regarding financial and custodial arrangements. 

Judges may favor the betrayed spouse to compensate for emotional distress caused by adultery, highlighting the misconduct’s legal ramifications. Statistics show that marriages have a shorter life span based on the number of previous marriages. 

Source: isfamilylaw.com

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Governor Whitmer Launches PitchMI To Boost Entrepreneurial Innovation In Michigan

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced new initiatives to support Michigan’s innovators and entrepreneurs during her keynote at the Mackinac Policy Conference. 

One of the highlights was PitchMI, a statewide shark-tank style competition designed to address Michigan’s biggest challenges. In collaboration with leading organizations, the state will host a public competition to solicit pitches, investing in the most innovative start-up. 

The first PitchMI event will award $100,000 to a groundbreaking solution aimed at transforming transportation for Michiganders, focusing on safety, affordability, and efficiency. Whitmer emphasized that PitchMI demonstrates Michigan’s commitment to entrepreneurial problem-solving, connecting innovators with capital, and fostering a ripple effect of accelerated innovation. This initiative underscores the state’s dedication to building a dynamic, future-focused economy.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell