St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Published September 25, 2020

Harper Woods man charged in fatal I-94 hit and run

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Martin Dwayne Smith, 51, of Harper Woods, was arraigned Sept. 25 in front of Judge Joseph Oster of 40th District Court in St. Clair Shores on one count of failure to stop at the scene of an accident, when at fault, resulting in death, a 15-year felony, and failure to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in serious impairment or death, a 5-year felony. He was given a bond of $25,000 or 10% and will next be in court for a probable cause hearing Oct. 9.

Published September 25, 2020

Former Macomb County clerk wanted on bench warrant

MOUNT CLEMENS — Former Macomb County Clerk Karen Spranger once again has a warrant out for her arrest.

Published September 23, 2020

Suspect in fatal I-94 hit and run turns himself in

UPDATE: Michigan State Police reported that a suspect had turned himself into the St. Clair Shores Police Department around 2 p.m. Sept. 23. Detectives have interviewed the suspect, a 51-year-old man from Harper Woods, who was in police custody as of Sept. 23. Pending the conclusion of the investigation, the case will be sent to the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office for review.

Published September 22, 2020

Chevy Bel Air is always cruise-ready

WARREN — Each time Bob Geib revved his 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, five of his closest buddies would tag along for the ride. Sadly, all five friends have passed away, but the spirit of the group lives on whenever Geib goes cruising.

Published September 22, 2020

Some parents leave distance learning in favor of homeschooling

METRO DETROIT — Some parents who never would have considered taking their kids out of the classroom are parting ways with local school systems in favor of homeschooling this year.

Published September 22, 2020

To keep hungry kids fed, the Designers’ Show House must go on

DETROIT — COVID-19 has caused the cancellation of scores of important events, but the Junior League of Detroit’s 23rd biennial Designers’ Show House isn’t one of them.

Published September 22, 2020

Construction worker killed in I-94 hit and run in St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Michigan State Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed a hit-and-run incident that killed a construction worker Sept. 21 to reach out and share what they saw.

Published September 22, 2020

Local veteran discusses ‘The Greatest Generation’

OAKLAND COUNTY — When Ray Owen hears the term “The Greatest Generation,” he says he can’t help but feel “kind of proud of it.” Owen, who lives in Northville, near Farmington Hills, turns 99 in December.

Published September 22, 2020

Former prosecutor charged with obstruction of justice

MACOMB COUNTY — Following a year in which he was charged with 10 felonies by the state of Michigan and resigned from office, a former top elected official has been federally charged.

Published September 21, 2020

Annual Men’s Health event moves online, drive-thru

METRO DETROIT — If the COVID-19 crisis has taught us anything, it’s that our health is never something to take for granted.

Published September 18, 2020

St. Clair Shores seniors express joy, caution as fitness center reopens

ST. CLAIR SHORES — After a months-long hiatus, the fitness center at the St. Clair Shores Senior Activity Center is back open for business.

Valves to reduce water pressure coming into city

Published September 18, 2020

Valves to reduce water pressure coming into St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — When water comes into St. Clair Shores from the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), it is being pushed at a pressure that the city’s system can’t contain.

Published September 18, 2020

CARES Act money helps St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The city, businesses and residents will all benefit from federal money coming into St. Clair Shores in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published September 18, 2020

Looking Back: Farmhouse restoration

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The “old Green farm house” stood at the corner of 11 Mile and Grant Roads in St. Clair Shores since its construction in 1868.

Published September 18, 2020

St. Clair Shores woman shares lucky lottery tale

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Earnestine Mason heads to Joseph’s Party Shop once or twice a week to play the lottery.

Published September 18, 2020

Regina to host virtual The Verve Pipe concert

WARREN — On Oct. 16, Regina High School will host a virtual concert with alternative rock band The Verve Pipe, beginning at 7 p.m. Anyone who purchases a ticket will receive an access code with a link to the concert.

Published September 18, 2020

New program offers tuition-free classes to essential workers

LANSING — Michigan employees considered essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic this past spring will now have the opportunity to enroll in college classes at no cost.

Published September 18, 2020

LLS Light The Night set for Oct. 1

METRO DETROIT — On Oct. 1, the Michigan Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will “Light The Night.” The virtual event — to be held statewide from 7 to 8 p.m. — is dedicated to supporting patients living with blood cancers, remembering loved ones no longer here and celebrating blood cancer survivors.

Published September 17, 2020

Food distribution needs grow with pandemic, schools reopening

METRO DETROIT — The 11th year of the “Mow Down Hunger” campaign may be the most important of them all.

Published September 17, 2020

Turning Point’s ‘Stepping Out with the Stars’ fundraiser goes virtual

MACOMB COUNTY — It’s usually a night for supporters to put their best foot forward for a great night of dancing entertainment, silent auctions and more.