Dryden Schools Upgrade

This summer, Dryden Community Schools are improving both the high school and elementary while students are home. At Dryden High, crews are upgrading security with new entrances and alarms, renovating the early college space used by nearly 60 students, and planning tech and water system updates. Dryden Elementary is fixing the gym wall, replacing floors, … Read more

Free Royal Oak Blues Band Concert

On Sunday, August 3rd, Port Sanilac’s Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum will host a free outdoor concert by the Royal Oak Blues Band from 1 to 3 p.m. The event wraps up the weekend’s Port Sanilac Blues Festival and features a lively mix of blues, gospel, jazz, and rock. Folks can bring lawn chairs … Read more

Port Huron Seeks $6.5 Million

Port Huron city leaders are seeking $6.5 million from state government to fix the Black River Canal, a key waterway damaged by flooding inn’24. The canal, built in 1912, connects Lake Huron to the Black River and supports local boating, tourism, and safety. Since its closure, emergency response times on the lake have slowed, and … Read more

Sip & Stroll Wine Tasting Returns

The Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum will host its popular Sip & Stroll Wine Tasting event on August 23rd. Visitors can sample wines at six outdoor stations across the historic grounds while enjoying live music from local artist Dave Liniarski. The event features appetizers, desserts, and a cash bar under the open-air pavilion. Tickets … Read more

Bank Merge to Boost Local Banking

In a big move for local banking, Mercantile Bank, based in Grand Rapids, is joining forces with Eastern Michigan Bank from Croswell in a $95.8 million deal. This merger creates a powerhouse with $6.7 billion in assets, expanding Mercantile’s reach with 12 new branches in Eastern and Southeast Michigan. The partnership strengthens their commitment to … Read more

Prowlers Get New Owner

Exciting news for Port Huron hockey fans! On Wednesday, Ken Andrews, a local tech entrepreneur from Allen Park, became the new owner of the Port Huron Prowlers. At McMorran Arena, he promised to keep the team in town, saying, “Port Huron is our home!” This marks the first ownership change in the team’s 10-year history, … Read more

Residents hear about toxic PFAS chemicals

In Port Huron Township, over 50 residents crowded the boardroom on Monday to hear about toxic PFAS chemicals, known as “forever chemicals,” found in Thompson Pond. High levels in fish triggered a “Do Not Eat” advisory from the Michigan health department. Testing continues to check if these chemicals, linked to health risks, have contaminated local … Read more

Back to School Event

On August 13th, Blue Water Community Action will host a Back to School Event at McMorran Place Arena in Port Huron. Families can grab resources to get kids ready for school. Every child gets a free backpack loaded with supplies like pencils and notebooks. Organizers require children to be present at the event and families … Read more

New Downtown Leader

Port Huron Township has a new leader to boost its downtown. On Monday, the township board unanimously picked Randy Fernandez as the Downtown Development Authority director. Fernandez, who just retired as Marysville’s city manager, is already sharing fresh ideas to revitalize the area. Despite some initial concerns about his role with the St. Clair County … Read more

Teen Faces Charges

In Port Huron, a teenager faces serious charges after stealing a car with a 1-year-old child inside. The incident happened near Hancock Street and Pine Grove Avenue on July 17th around 9 p.m. The teen sped off, leading Marysville police on a high-speed chase reaching nearly 100 miles per hour. The chase ended when the … Read more