On Wednesday afternoon, St. Clair County Central Dispatch received a call on a tragic collision at Shea and Starville Roads. It claimed the life of a 52-year-old Clay Township man, Joseph Richard Quesnell. While driving a Ford Ranger, Quesnell stopped at the intersection but then proceeded, leading to a crash with a pickup traveling west … Read more
Marlette City Council voted 4-2 Monday night to move forward with two ordinances allowing recreational marijuana businesses in the city. The proposed rules would permit one marijuana grow operation and one retail store. The ordinances will now be reviewed by the city’s planning and zoning committees before being presented to the public for a vote. … Read more
Sarnia’s Midtown Trail will be cleaned up on April 26, as part of ongoing efforts to improve this popular walking and cycling route. Stretching from Lambton College to downtown, the trail has seen major upgrades to make it more accessible and connected. nuSarnia, a local group focused on revitalizing public spaces, is organizing the cleanup. … Read more
Sandusky City Manager Dave Faber announced that demolition began Tuesday at 24 and 36 South Morse Street. The city had long planned this area for parking expansion, especially after purchasing the former dance studio in ’19. In response to business owners’ requests, the project gained momentum in fall of ’23. In other news, the city … Read more
Two local men, Justin King from Sandusky and Anthony Caulkins from Peck, are set for pretrial hearings next week in separate child sexual abuse material cases. Both were charged after investigations by the Michigan State Police’s Computer Crimes Unit. Caulkins faces 16 charges, including aggravated possession and distribution of child abuse material, while King faces … Read more
The Port Huron Police Department launched its annual Citizens Police Academy with its largest-ever class—37 eager to learn about law enforcement. Over the coming weeks, participants will explore police work through patrol operations, hands-on equipment sessions, and department tours, including special units like K9 and Major Crimes. They’ll ride along with officers, learn about mental … Read more
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is refining its focus to boost economic development along the primary commercial corridor, which follows the Bridge to Bay Trail from Algonac to Lakeport. Their new priorities, set through ’27, aim to support major “anchor projects” that promote placemaking and enhance the community. A new Mission Related Investments … Read more
Jackson Kohler, the standout guard from Yale, earned a spot on the annual Michigan Sports Writers All-State Division 2 First Team after leading the Bulldogs to a 22-4 record, a BWAC title, and a district championship. Kohler set school records for points, steals, and 3-pointers, averaging 21.5 points per game. He wasn’t alone, as fellow … Read more
This summer, Knox Field in Port Huron will host the Southside Pop-up Market, organized by the Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority. Deputy City Manager Cynthia Bloomfield confirmed the market will run from June 17th to August 26, every Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Residents can enjoy local goods, meet neighbors, and support artisans. Created in … Read more
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County has officially closed its Disaster Response Fund’s efforts for the January 26 apartment fire in East China Township. After raising over $23,500 and spending nearly $24,700 on victim aid, they ensured every donated dollar directly supported affected residents. Created last year, the fund prepares for disasters like this, … Read more