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PORT HURON, Mich. - The Davenport University cheer team competed in the annual National Cheerleading Association (NCA) Camp from Aug. 4-6. The Panthers concluded their time in Port Huron, Mich. with two first place team finishes and 14 total All-Americans. DU also had both the Top Gun STUNT and Top...

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Austin Dillon turned the end of the Cook Out 400 NASCAR race at Richmond Raceway into an upset in every sense of the word!. The NASCAR Cup Series took two weeks off for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Yesterday (8/11) the drivers and teams were back at the track. NASCAR and Goodyear brought a new twist to the track for the teams to figure out.

These news headlines brought to you by these fine sponsors:. Sandusky's Suicide Awareness Walk: A Call to Action for Mental Health. Sanilac County Community Mental Health is inviting the community to participate in the annual Suicide Awareness & Remembrance Walk, scheduled for Saturday, September 14th. The event will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Diamond Trail Walking Park on Maple Valley Street in Sandusky.

It's safe to say that Sunday's controversial NASCAR finish at Richmond is garnering a lot of attention. After Austin Dillon turned both Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin on the final lap en route to his first win of 2024, NASCAR's Elton Sawyer spoke to the media about potential penalties for Dillon. NASCAR’s Elton Sawyer on the final lap and possible penalties: pic.twitter.com/7p8AAmjdSp— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) August 12, 2024  "Our sport has been a contact sport for a long time," Sawyer said. "We always hear, 'Where's the line, did someone cross the line?' I would say that, the last lap, was awful close to...

Meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Supervisor Winn. Pledge of Allegiance recited. Members present: Parks, Klos, Winn, Christian & Wittstock. July minutes approved. Treasurer’s report approved. Fire report: Award presented to Morgan Riebel for life-saving efforts performed on June 16, Auxiliary thanked for new LED sign in front of station and funds approved for new computer program/ipads for trucks as well as new pagers/batteries/chargers for new members. Planning Commission: no business, but gave information to residents to move forward with requests for splits. Zoning Board of Appeals (2 meetings): approval to a property owner to build home behind existing barn/pond and approval to a property owner to install a shed on a small home lot. Senior report: regular activities attended: exercise is every Monday at 11 a.m. and cards is every Tuesday at noon, next potluck is 8/27 and semi-annual pancake breakfast is 9/10 (10 a.m.-noon). Park report: new playground equipment has been ordered and playground will be closed after Labor Day to prepare the area for the new equipment. Discussed: monies for Road Assistance program with the County will be set aside, plan for spending the remainder of ARPA monies needs to be in place soon, “solid waste management” letter will be looked into, only 52 voters utilized the 9 days of early voting, burned house in Berville has been taken down and road ends are being paved. Audience: diesel shop issues were discussed. Motion to adjourn 8:20 p.m. A complete copy of the unapproved current minutes is available at the township hall during business hours and on the township website within a couple days of the meeting.

Not the least skilled in the fields of mechanics and technology, I cringed this morning when the Generac began to roar. This meant a power outage would most likely follow, which meant an interruption in my internet service–a serious challenge for a writer dependent upon the internet. Allow me...

“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.”. Margaret Wheatley said that; I believe she knows what she’s talking about. I had the great pleasure of witnessing exactly that as a group of folks who don’t know each other well, who come from all walks of life and life experiences, who have different ideas about politics and world events, but share the same thought about leadership: When it’s good, it’s great.

Mayor Pro Tem Sadler called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag at 7 p.m. Commissioners present: DeLuca, Ramirez, Yockey; Commissioners absent: Mayor Kempf, Collison, Tanis; Also present: City Manager Horton, Fire Chief Klobucar, DDA Director Malzahn, Professional Planner Caitlyn Habben, Clerk/Treasurer Sawicki-Franz and Public. Commissioners approved: Agenda with additions; Consent Agenda with minutes and bill payments $746,757.63; Pay Application #2 Kapala $45,900 for Lamb Steele HVAC; Resolution 2024-12 to approve MDOT M-53 Safety Improvement Project Agreement; Branding Discussion; DDA candidate Jessica Montoya; Special Event Application 2024-10 EMS Open House; FD Generator repair $5,076; Adjournment 7:40 p.m. Submitted by Dawn Sawicki-Franz, City Clerk. Complete copies of the minutes are available in the Clerk’s office during normal business hours or at www.imlaycity.org.

IMLAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - A Michigan State Police drug task force arrested two Detroit-area men last week after an investigation into illegal drug trafficking in the Thumb region. The Thumb Narcotics Unit arrested 28-year-old Mantwan S. Gladney of Detroit and 31-year-old Steven G. Jackson of St. Clair Shores during...

Short-track racing always seems to lead to some tempers. On Sunday night in Richmond, both Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin have good reason to let their tempers show. On the last lap of Sunday's Cook Out 400, Logano held the race lead over Austin Dillon. Dillon, needing a win to make the NASCAR playoffs, drove into Turn 3 as hard as he could. What happened next was a finish that will undoubtedly go down in NASCAR history, but not for a good reason. A look at the finish of Sunday's race at @RichmondRaceway. pic.twitter.com/ZCM5eaokwR— NASCAR (@NASCAR) August 12, 2024 After spinning Logano's Ford Mustang into...

Richard Childress is coming to his grandson’s defense, after Austin Dillon won the Cook Out 400 in controversial fashion on Sunday evening. Dillon, who drives the famed No. 3 for Richard Childress Racing, was almost as low as you could possibly be as a full-time driver in the point standings, with no real shot at […] The post Richard Childress drops head-scratching line in regards to Austin Dillon facing potential retaliation for Richmond wrecks appeared first on On3.

Last night after the finish to the Cook Out 400, Joey Logano drove over to Austin Dillon’s pit box and revved his engine up a bit in frustration. Apparently, Logano could face penalties from NASCAR for his actions on pit road. Joey Logano was leading going into the final corner and he ended up finishing […] The post Elton Sawyer comments on whether Joey Logano could face penalties for pit road actions after Richmond finish appeared first on On3.

Janice Marie McLaughlin of North Street, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 12, 2024, following a short illness. Janice was born on April 14, 1936 in Port Huron, the daughter of the late Floyd and Marjorie (McBride) Jackman. She married Robert Carl McLaughlin on November 10, 1956 at St. Edwards on the Lake Catholic Church.

Elton Sawyer Defends Richmond’s Chaos: Elton Sawyer‘s recent defense of the chaotic finish at Richmond Raceway highlights a crucial aspect of NASCAR: its classification as a ‘contact sport.’ By embracing the aggressive nature of racing, Sawyer invites us to reflect on the delicate balance between competitive strategy and outright recklessness. This perspective not only reflects a broader acceptance of NASCAR’s inherent unpredictability but also challenges traditional notions of sportsmanship within the domain of motorsports. As fans and analysts grapple with the implications of such chaos, one must ponder how this philosophy will shape the future dynamics of racing.

The Michigan State Police have made significant headway in a narcotics sting that led to the arrest of two Metro Detroit men on felony drug charges. Steven Jackson, 31, of St. Clair Shores, and Mantwan Gladney, 28, of Detroit were apprehended following a coordinated effort by the Thumb Narcotics Unit (TNU). The operation uncovered the sale of dangerous substances such as methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl in the Thumb region, as per a statement released by the Third District of the State Police.

Richard Childress stood by his grandson Austin Dillon after Dillon wrecked both Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin to win Sunday night’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond. Dillon was running second to Logano on the final lap and spun him entering the final two corners. As Logano went spinning and Dillon slowed, Hamlin moved to the inside to pass Dillon. Dillon then turned left to hook Hamlin into the wall and get to the finish line first.

Team Penske experienced a challenging outing at the Richmond Raceway during the Cook Out 400 on August 11, 2024. Austin Cindric struggled with an ill-handling car and finished 24th after dealing with a power steering issue. Ryan Blaney managed to conclude the race in 11th place, showing improvement throughout, while Joey Logano, who showcased strong performance and controlled speed, was sent spinning in the final moments, finishing 19th. Despite the setbacks, the team looks to learn and improve as the season progresses.