The St. Clair County Prosecutor’s Office has filed a witness list for the upcoming trial of Michael Stickler, accused of killing Court Officer Robert Silver while he was serving an eviction notice at Stickler’s Clay Township home in December of ’23. After Silver failed to return, colleagues found him dead from a gunshot wound, and … Read more
Port Huron’s 9th annual Main Street Memories Car Show returns Saturday July 26 from 2 to 8 PM, filling downtown streets with classic cars, music, and family fun. Festivities kick off Friday night with a concert at McMorran Plaza. Saturday features a mile-long display of vehicles on Main Street, with pre-registered cars parking first at … Read more
The city of Sarnia’s proposal to enhance cyclist safety on Maria Street was rejected by residents. Out of 105 properties consulted, only six supported the plan while 19 opposed it. Cyclist advocate Robert Dickieson believes it was a missed opportunity to improve the area. The proposed changes aimed to reduce cut-through traffic with barriers and … Read more
After the holidays, Michigan residents are encouraged to recycle their live Christmas trees instead of tossing them in landfills. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, trees can be repurposed into wildlife habitats, brush piles, or mulch—if they’re pesticide-free and decorations are removed. Brush piles provide shelter for small animals, while mulched trees enrich … Read more
The Detroit Zoo has welcomed a new star to its lion exhibit: Kalu, a nine-year-old, 475-pound lion who joined last month. Kalu impresses with a top speed of 50 miles per hour—more than double Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs’ top speed of 22.03 mph. Kalu’s roar hits 118 decibels, just shy of the noise from … Read more
A new survey shows Michiganders are feeling uncertain about their finances heading into the new year. With rising interest rates and global economic worries, the state’s optimism is lukewarm, scoring 6 out of 10, matching the national average. While Michigan investors saw a 17% return on ’24 investments, it’s below the national 19% average. The … Read more
Lambton College is facing significant challenges after recent federal changes to international student permits, which could impact enrollment, revenue, and local opportunities. New restrictions on eligibility for study and post-graduate work permits threaten to reduce both international student numbers and financial contributions. The college is working to adjust programs and advocate for more flexibility, but … Read more
Port Huron is set to ring in 2025 with multiple New Year’s Eve parties. CityFlatsHotel hosts a masquerade ball with tickets starting at $75, featuring a live stream of the Times Square ball drop, Freighters offers a buffet and dancing, and Bootlegger’s features live music. The Brass Rail welcomes the Port Huron Prowlers. Other events … Read more
It’s New Year’s Eve and Michigan police are reminding everyone that shooting guns into the air is illegal and dangerous. Police warn that bullets fired into the sky can travel up to two miles and cause injury or death when they come back down. Violators could face jail time, fines, and misdemeanor charges under state … Read more
A fire broke out on Christmas night at a Warren motel, caused by a faulty air conditioning unit. The blaze started on the second floor near the vending and ice machines. Fire Commissioner Skip McAdams reported that firefighters managed to extinguish the fire within 20 minutes using a dry chemical. Interestingly, the air conditioning was … Read more