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UHS, Acadia Healthcare Navigate Scrutiny Amid Safety Concern Allegations At Psychiatric Hospitals, Operating As Nonprofit
Investor-owned psychiatric hospital chains increasingly operate under nonprofit brands, a strategy that has raised eyebrows among industry analysts and healthcare advocates. Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) and Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC) are prominent players. STAT News’ investigation reveals that a Columbus Police sergeant called for action against Mt. Carmel Behavioral Health, run by Acadia Healthcare, highlighting a series of alarming incidents at the psychiatric hospital. The sergeant’s February letter outlines a disturbing pattern of violence, prompting concerns about patient and staff safety. Over the past six months, the hospital has witnessed over 20 emergency calls detailing horrific incidents. This level of violence is unprecedented, especially...
Border Patrol Stops Cross-Border Smuggling Event on St. Clair River
DETROIT - On June 25, U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Marysville Border Patrol Station arrested four individuals after observing a vessel which originated in Canadian waters on the St. Clair River make landfall on to U.S. shoreline. The vessel dropped off three passengers who then got into a waiting vehicle. Collaborative efforts between U.S. and Canadian law enforcement partners resulted in the arrest of the driver of the vessel after he returned to Canada.
Brandon Day: Former Richmond Coach Now Head of Imlay City Wrestling Team
A highly decorated coach, Brandon Day, is set to lead the Imlay City wrestling team, taking over from former coach Tony D’Ambrosio after his sons' graduation. Day brings 20 years of coaching experience, winning six state titles at Richmond and mentoring numerous state champions and college-level athletes. Day won...
BOYS’ BASKETBALL
The Imlay City boys’ varsity basketball team ended its summer season at the prestigious Midwest Live event in Sandusky, Ohio. Midwest Live is the to recruiting event in the Midwest during June’s live period and more than 130 college coaches were in attendance, including Michigan State coach Tom Izzo. IC Spartan summer basketball team ended the summer season at the prestigious Midwest Live event in Sandusky, Ohio. The top recruiting event in the Midwest during the June Live period with over 130 colleges represented! The team has been busy all summer long attending many camps and clinics. – L.P. The...
BWAT offering free rides for Blue Water fest
It’s just become a little easier to get to and from family night and boat night thanks to Blue Water Area Transit. The local transportation agency is providing free rides to and from the festival footprint both Thursday and Friday from 4pm to midnight. There will be a shuttle service that will be running from Desmond Landing to the Blue Water Transit Center. Festival goers are encouraged to park for free at Desmond Landing and then take the bus to the transit center. Fares will also be waived on all routes during those times, For more information, visit bwbus.com.
Port Huron prepares for a parade
Wednesday’s Rotary International Day Parade is the official kick off to this year’s Blue Water Fest. The parade will begin at Huron and Glenwood Avenue, continue south through the downtown business district, and turn east on Court Street to the disbanding area. Staging and check in will be on Pine Grove Avenue between Erie Street and Glenwood. In honor of the 100th running of the Bayview Yacht Club Port Huron to Mackinac sailboat race, this year’s parade theme is titled “All Hands On Deck – A Century of Sailing”.
Letters to the Editor: Rebutting Bonior, new development ideas
I’m writing to respectfully challenge David Bonior’s opinion column published online on Sunday, July 7 (“Time for Biden to give way to Harris.”) I agree with Mr. Bonior’s assessment of Vice-President Harris and echo his praise of her, but he and others who are calling for her to replace Mr. Biden on the ticket are setting her up to be blamed for losing an election they already believe is lost.
Przekurat secures Open win at St. Clair
HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. — There’s nothing Jay Przekurat loves doing more than catching big smallmouth bass, and this week at Lake St. Clair the 25-year-old utilized a methodical approach to catch some of the most meaningful brown fish of his career. With a three-day total of 75 pounds,...
Visiting New Location of Port Huron Farmers Market
After 16 years at Vantage Point, the City of Port Huron Farmers Market settles into its first season on Merchant Street, near the Port Huron Yacht Club. Check out the location via drone and meet the people making the market happen. [Sponsored by Bluewater.org]
Washington Twp. man guilty of killing his wife in shootout sentenced
Matthew Louis Mollicone has been sentenced by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Matthew Sabaugh for his May 2024 conviction. Mollicone was found guilty by a Macomb County jury for the death of his wife during a shooting with another man after an eight day jury trial by Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Steve Fox.
Michigan man gets 40 years in federal prison for Arkansas child sex offense
A registered sex offender from Michigan who traveled to Arkansas to sexually accost a child was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison on Thursday.
Gestamp Expansion Receives State Incentives, Grant for Expansion
(Chelsea Update would like to thank Alex Rossman for the information in this story.) The Michigan Strategic Fund recently approved three State Essential Services Assessment (SESA) exemptions and a Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP) grant to Gestamp, a multinational group that specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of highly engineered metal components for leading automotive manufacturers.
Police Beat: Clay Township
While on patrol on July 2, Clay Township police witnessed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed in the area of Fruit Road, according to a police report. Officers confirmed that the vehicle was going over 60 mph in a posted 40 mph and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to stop and continued onto Island Drive and then pulled into a private residence. Once parked, the driver exited the vehicle and started walking away. Officers ordered the driver back into the vehicle, but he refused. At that point, officers approached the driver and attempted to place him into custody, which he resisted at first, causing the officers to physically control him. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Clay Township Police Department and then lodged at the St. Clair County Intervention Center. The report will be sent to the St. Clair County prosecutor for review.
Area News Headlines
These news headlines brought to you by these fine sponsors:. The Speaker Township Board of Trustees adopted some amendments to two ordinances. The changes that were adopted were the zoning ordinance regarding amended regulations for wind energy conversion facilities. Altogether there are 17 changes made to the zoning ordinance. The...
Man Sentenced for Wife’s Death in Violent Confrontation at Her Lover’s Residence
A Michigan husband was jailed for fatally shooting his wife, who died during a gunfight at her lover’s home, where the husband had gone to instruct him not to contact her. Matthew Louis Mollicone, 48, learned his destiny on Wednesday following the death of his wife, Kimberly Ann Mollicone, 49. Prosecutors revealed in a news […]
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