The Ontario government is allocating $5 million to the Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) program, aimed at helping over 400 entrepreneurs from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities. This funding is part of a broader $15 million initiative over three years to assist more than 1,200 small business owners with free coaching, training, … Read more
Former St. Clair Middle School principal Mike Alley’s home on Turnberry Drive caught fire Tuesday morning while he was away. His wife and granddaughter, alerted by neighbors, escaped unharmed. Firefighters from multiple departments were still at the scene before noon. Alley expressed relief that the fire didn’t happen overnight, though the cause remains unknown.
Advia Credit Union has officially merged with NorthSide Community Bank, expanding its services in northeastern Illinois as of Tuesday. This partnership enhances Advia’s reach, now serving nearly 190,000 members across 32 branches in Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With seven branches in Illinois, including locations in Gurnee and Mundelein, Advia aims to offer innovative financial products … Read more
This month you are invited to delve into the mysterious past of the Loop-Harrison Mansion in Port Sanilac with the new tour, “Darkness and Dread.” Scheduled for October 17th and 26, this exclusive experience is part of a unique tea party event that combines lunch, tea, and a guided exploration of the mansion’s eerie history. … Read more
Downtown Port Huron’s Sperry’s Moviehouse is now offering a new way for residents and visitors to enjoy live sports, starting with the Lions vs. Cowboys game on Oct. 13th. The theater at 301 Huron Ave. will broadcast the games, giving fans a unique gathering spot beyond traditional bars. Marketing coordinator Liz Fredendall says it’s an … Read more
A tragic moped accident occurred early Monday morning in Port Huron, claiming the life of a 27-year-old local man. At around 6:36 a.m., he was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of 10th Avenue and McPherson Street. Emergency responders quickly arrived, and the victim was rushed to McLaren Port Huron Hospital before being transferred … Read more
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is set to welcome Natacha Hayden as its new Program Officer for Community Impact starting in January. Currently the Director of the Port Huron Downtown Development Authority, Hayden is known for her strong connections with local businesses and event planning experience. Her hiring coincides with the Foundation’s upcoming … Read more
Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently announced that Michigan has secured a $900,000 grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP), which aims to help local businesses expand into international markets. The state is adding $300,000 from the Michigan Strategic Fund.This funding is crucial as Michigan’s International Trade program has already facilitated nearly … Read more
The Department of Public Works closed the 10th Street Bridge for repairs through Friday, between 11:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Crews are repairing sidewalks and steel grating, while also upgrading the traffic signal at 10th and Glenwood Avenues to LED lights. The overnight work minimizes traffic disruption, though the bridge is fully closed and detours … Read more
A new historical marker will commemorate the Port Huron Statement, a key 1960s protest document. Jim Soto, chair of the committee, announced that the Department of Natural Resources approved the marker for Lakeport State Park, where the document was signed. The Students for a Democratic Society drafted the manifesto in 1962 at a UAW camp, … Read more