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Closing arguments next in false rape trial

(PORT HURON) -- A Lexington woman charged with falsely accusing two men of rape has declined to testify at her trial in Port Huron. The defense rested its case Thursday, with closing arguments to follow in a St. Clair County court after a lunch break. Sara Ylen is charged with making a false report of rape and tampering with evidence stemming from an alleged attack…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 14:01
Hunter self-registration begins at waterfowl areas

PINCONNING, Mich. (AP) - Managed Waterfowl Hunt Areas in Michigan are shifting to hunter self-registration for the remainder of the duck-hunting season. The state Department of Natural Resources made the announcement recently, saying the switch was being made from managed draws. Cold temperatures and widespread freezing in the area have resulted in fewer birds and low hunter turnout. That prompted managers to move to the…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 11:04
MDOT to switch M-142/Pinnebog Road intersection to all-way stop

(HURON COUNTY) -- MDOT Crews are changing traffic operation at the M-142/Pinnebog Road intersection in Huron County from two-way flash mode to an all-way stop Thursday, December 5. Work will include the installation of an overhead flashing red beacon and stop signs. This project is expected to wrap up at the end of the day. The Michigan Department of Transportation will conduct a study of…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 10:46
Former Sebewaing Man Arrested and Brought Back from Texas to Answer Felony Charges

(HURON COUNTY) -- Authorities brought a former Sebewaing area man back to Huron County from Texas last month to face a felony 2nd degree home invasion charge stemming from a break-in that took place a year ago. Sheriff Kelly Hanson says 32-year old Cory Vahovick is accused in the break-in that took place between November 30 and December 1, 2012 at a home on Winters…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 10:45
Christmas Toys for Area Kids Drive Sponsored by the Sandusky Lions Club Wrapping Up

(SANDUSKY) -- Area residents still have time to donate to the Christmas Toys for Area Kids Drive, sponsored by the Sandusky Lions Club. The Sandusky Lions have been involved in helping needy families during the holiday season for over 25-years. During the drive, new and unwrapped toys are collected in November and December and distributed to the less fortunate. Large collection boxes have been placed…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 10:43
2013 "Shop with a Hero" program a success

(SANDUSKY) -- Over 25 volunteers from local police departments, EMS services, and fire departments participated in this year's "Shop with a Hero" event Tuesday night at Wal-Mart in Sandusky. The program, which is funded entirely through grants and donations, gives disadvantaged youth the opportunity to go Christmas shopping for their family with a hero. Amanda Wojcik, Administrative Assistant at the Sanilac County Sherriff's Office, helps…

Written on Wednesday, 04 December 2013 15:50
Former Port Austin man arrested 4-years after breaking and entering

(HURON COUNTY) -- A former Port Austin resident has been arrested on a felony charge of breaking and entering, almost 5-years after the incident took place. Huron County Sheriff Kelly Hanson says 23-year old Joshua Monaco was taken into custody on November 30 for his involvement in the break-in of a cottage located at 246 E. Spring Street in Port Austin back on February 8,…

Written on Wednesday, 04 December 2013 10:19
DNR: At least 19 wolves killed in Michigan hunt

LANSING, Mich. (AP) - At least 19 wolves have been killed during Michigan's wolf hunt in the Upper Peninsula. The state Department of Natural Resources updated the results Wednesday morning. It says five wolves were killed in the far western U.P., 11 in central counties and three in the eastern U.P. The wolf season started on Nov. 15 and runs through December, unless 43 are…

Written on Wednesday, 04 December 2013 10:16
Port Austin man injured in Evergreen Township Crash

(EVERGREEN TOWNSHIP) -- A 74-year old Port Austin man was injured in a single-vehicle roll over crash Tuesday evening along M-53, north of Cass City Road in Evergreen Township. Sanilac County Sheriff Garry Biniecki says the crash happened around 5 p.m. Central Dispatch was advised by a passing motorist that the vehicle was starting to catch fire and that the driver was trapped inside. Sheriff…

Written on Wednesday, 04 December 2013 09:37
Sandusky City Council addresses incident at airport

(SANDUSKY) -- The Sandusky City Council met Monday night and heard from Joseph Allen, manager of the Sandusky City Airport. Allen presented the council with a letter he received from the Olds Forge Flyers aviation club of Lansing concerning an incident that happened at the airport in August. According to the letter, an airport employee directed a pilot flying one of the club's planes to…

Written on Tuesday, 03 December 2013 14:47

Senator Phil Pavlov Honors 2013 State Champion St. Clair High School Boys Cross Country Team

(LANSING) -- State Senator Phil Pavlov, R-St. Clair Township, joined state Representative Dan Lauwers, R-Brockway Twp., in honoring Coach Jon Davidson and the 2013 St. Clair High School boys cross country team Tuesday, December 3 in Lansing. The team was recognized by the Michigan Senate for winning the MHSAA Division II State Championship Tournament for the second year in a row. The team finished 207-0…

Written on Wednesday, 04 December 2013 09:38
Hawks pledge $250,000 to create scholarship at SC4 for Croswell-Lexington graduates

(AREA) -- Jarold and Marijean Hawks of Jeddo have pledged $250,000 for scholarships to the SC4 Foundation's All Aboard: Campaign for Talent, Technology and Tomorrow. The donation will establish the Jarold and Marijean Hawks Cros-Lex Scholarship Fund. To be eligible, entering freshmen and sophomores must have graduated from Croswell-Lexington High School with a 2.5 or better grade point average and submit an essay. The award…

Written on Monday, 02 December 2013 12:37
Hope Lutheran Church Donates to United Hospice Service

(JUHL) -- Hope Lutheran Church hosted more than 140 people during their recent 3rd Annual Benefit Concert for United Hospice Service of Marlette Regional Hospital. Those in attendance enjoyed performances by four choirs, three soloists, three duets and a mass choir act. Church Pastor Chris Laughlin presented United Hospice Service Director Randy Foco with a check for $1,800. The money raised will assist in providing…

Written on Friday, 08 November 2013 10:18
Pets-in-Pink Take a Bite Out of Cancer

(AREA) -- Barks and Bubbles Pet Salon in Marlette hosted a Pets-in-Pink fundraiser last month, offering dogs a fun spa day. 28 dogs of many breeds lined up to take a bite out of cancer. The tax-deductible donation of $25 per pet went to the B.C.U.P.S. Program. A total of $1,210 was raised during the fundraiser October 19, which will help provide free mammogram screenings…

Written on Monday, 04 November 2013 10:43

North Carolina beats No. 1 Michigan State 79-65

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - J.P. Tokoto had 12 points and a career-high 10 rebounds to help North Carolina beat No. 1 Michigan State 79-65 Wednesday night, giving the Tar Heels another impressive victory in their inconsistent season. The Tar Heels (5-2) have been talented enough to defeat the top-ranked Spartans and then-No. 3 Louisville this season, but they've also lost to Belmont and UAB. …

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 11:08
Drummond carries Pistons past Bucks 105-98

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Andre Drummond had 24 points and 19 rebounds and the Detroit Pistons rode a strong second-half performance to defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-98 Wednesday night. Greg Monroe contributed 18 points and 17 rebounds for the Pistons, who had three players with double-doubles and five score 15 or more points. Ersan Ilyasov scored a season high 22 points and had 10 rebounds off…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 11:08
Flyers roll past Red Wings 6-3

DETROIT (AP) - Sean Couturier had two goal and two assists and the Philadelphia Flyers scored four goals in third period to rally for a 6-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night. Couturier got the winner at 8:28 of the third period by tipping in a shot. Scott Hartnell and Matt Read had a goal and two assists and Steve Downie and…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 11:07
Tigers finalize deal with Joe Nathan

DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Tigers have agreed to terms with free agent reliever Joe Nathan on a two-year contract with a club option for 2016, accomplishing one of their main objectives this offseason by adding one of baseball's most accomplished closers to the bullpen. The three-time defending AL Central champions announced the deal Wednesday, two days after trading right-hander Doug Fister to Washington. It's…

Written on Thursday, 05 December 2013 11:07