Port Huron Northern High celebrated its 60th graduation Tuesday at McMorran Arena, honoring 263 seniors in a ceremony rich with tradition and inspiration. Graduates entered with candles, the band played the senior march, and the choir sang the national anthem. Disney tech director and alum Amy Tseng shared life lessons and encouraged the class to … Read more
On June 14, Petrolia’s Victoria Park comes alive with Lambton County Library’s free “Wild Wonder” Summer Reading Challenge launch party. From 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., families can dive into a wildlife-themed adventure with hands-on fun. Kids meet reptiles, marvel at birds of prey, get their faces painted, and craft cool projects. They can also … Read more
In St. Clair County, every 4-year-old can now attend free, top-notch preschool for the next school year, thanks to Michigan’s PreK for All program. Kids get to learn from licensed teachers in half- or full-day classes, with flexible four- or five-day schedules. Some spots even offer transportation or extended care for a fee. Families can … Read more
In Port Huron, the YMCA of the Blue Water Area is ready for summer with fun programs for kids and free fitness classes for everyone. Starting June 16, Camp Wanacombak at Garfield Elementary offers kids outdoor games, STEM projects, reading, and trips to amusement parks. The YMCA also hosts swim classes, art clubs, and teen … Read more
Port Huron Police arrested a 21-year-old man in connection to a recent shooting near Pine Grove Park. Shots were fired from one vehicle into another on Pine Grove Avenue during an ongoing dispute. No one was seriously hurt. The suspect, Zachary Adam Stein of Sterling Heights, was arrested with help from area police. He faces … Read more
On Monday afternoon in Lamotte Township, a three-car crash injured several people at Germania and Snover Roads. A 72-year-old Deckerville woman driving a Ford Transit stopped but then pulled into the path of a Chevrolet Trax driven by a 23-year-old Deford man with two kids inside. The crash pushed the Transit into a ditch, and … Read more
Michigan State Police in the Third District announced that K9 Thor is back home and recovering after being poisoned while on duty in Lapeer County last Saturday. Thor and his handler, Trooper Tyler Doughtery, were helping local deputies investigate a breaking and entering when Thor ate suspected poison inside a barn. He was quickly taken … Read more
Port Huron’s city manager, James Freed, has publicly accused Mayor Anita Ashford of overstepping her authority and creating a hostile work environment. Freed sent a letter claiming Ashford pushed a performance review for him without council approval, violating city rules. He says her actions, including involving a city clerk improperly, have hurt staff morale. Ashford … Read more
This Fourth of July, the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum in Port Sanilac is hosting a free Family Fun Day. Visitors can enjoy live music, pony rides, a petting zoo, and exotic animal shows. Local vendors and artists will showcase crafts and goods at the farmers market. Kids can join storytime and hands-on activities … Read more
Gas prices in Michigan have dropped by 13 cents from last week, now averaging $3.08 per gallon for regular unleaded. This is 17 cents cheaper than last month and 48 cents less than last year. Filling a 15-gallon tank costs about $46, saving drivers roughly $11 compared to last July’s peak. Despite higher demand for … Read more