The Ottawa Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Port Huron has announced the winners of its annual scholarships and awards. Michael Kiell from Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School won the Scholarship Essay Award. Other Good Citizens recognized include Sydney Pawlowski (Harbor Beach High School), Abigail Case (New Life Christian Academy), Taylor DeLeon … Read more
A 37-year-old man from Croswell has been charged with drug and firearm offenses following his arrest in late October. The Sanilac County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at his home on North Howard Avenue after a joint investigation with the St. Clair County Drug Task Force. During the search, authorities discovered methamphetamine, along … Read more
In Port Huron, a competitive election is underway as nine candidates vie for three city council seats today. Incumbents Sherry Archibald, Teri Lamb, and Bob Mosurak are running for re-election against challengers Barbra Payton, Richard Carwile, Holden Gauthier, John Middleton, Brian Farquhar, and Jason Heilig. Council members serve four-year terms. Meanwhile, Mayor Pauline Repp is … Read more
Macomb County is pursuing nearly $3 million in federal funding to resurface Jefferson Avenue, a vital road stretching from William P. Rosso Highway to 23 Mile Road. The project, estimated to cost about $4.5 million, will be funded through a grant application under the Transportation Improvement Plan. Chesterfield Township has committed $840,000 to the effort, … Read more
Travis Stone, a 39-year-old man from St. Clair County, was arrested after a police raid uncovered a stash of illegal drugs at his home. Authorities from the Drug Task Force found significant amounts of methamphetamine, LSD, and mushrooms, along with a handgun and ammunition. Stone faces seven charges as a repeat offender, including operating a … Read more
In St. Clair County, home sales saw a decline in August, with the median sale price dropping to $216,000, down 4.4% from July. This reflects a significant 20.4% drop in recorded sales, falling from 235 to 187 transactions compared to last year. Despite this downturn, prices for single-family homes rose 13.2% since August ’23. In … Read more
Chick-fil-A is set to open its first restaurant in Fort Gratiot on Thursday, marking a milestone in the chain’s Michigan expansion. Located at 4783 24th Ave., the restaurant will operate from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Owner-Operator Ryan Weston, originally from Clarkston, is excited to return to Michigan with his family. To … Read more
The Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce has urged the City of Sarnia to consult more closely with downtown businesses before making major planning decisions, specifically regarding the Victoria Street parking lot donation for affordable housing. The Chamber emphasized the need for collaboration and clear communication, noting past attempts to engage with city and county officials. … Read more
A major drug bust occurred near the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron when police arrested Sukjindr Singh, 29, after finding over 370 pounds of cocaine in his semi-truck. On October 15th, St. Clair County Sheriff’s deputies made the record-breaking seizure, valued at $16.5 million. Singh, now charged with delivery of a controlled substance, appeared … Read more
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual meeting on Nov. 12th at 5:30 p.m. to discuss upcoming toll increases for the eastbound Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. MDOT proposes either a $2 increase on Dec. 1 or a phased approach: $1.50 this December, plus $0.50 in December 2025. The bridge, connecting … Read more