Downtown Lapeer is receiving a $15,000 boost through Michigan’s Main Street Vibrancy Grant, part of Governor Whitmer’s ‘Make It in Michigan’ initiative. The money will fund a range of projects including historic plaques, a History Walk, and an English-style phone booth that plays local recordings. Plans also include new bike racks, cleaner streets, a fresh … Read more
The St. Clair County Health Department has flagged Holland Beach as unsafe for swimming due to high levels of E. coli bacteria. Routine weekly testing revealed that water samples exceeded the state’s safety limit of 300 E. coli per 100 milliliters. Health officials warn that exposure can lead to stomach issues, skin infections, or worse. … Read more
In Port Huron Northern High School, college advisor Maya Savedra helped nearly 50 students overcome big challenges to plan for college. Over two years, she boosted FAFSA completion rates from 30% to 47%, making college more accessible for many first-generation and low-income families. Now, due to nationwide AmeriCorps funding cuts, Savedra’s role—and others like hers—have … Read more
On Tuesday, nearly 40 local elementary kids got a firsthand look at police work during the Port Huron Police Department’s Elementary Police Academy. The day included hands-on activities like exploring patrol cars, trying out police gear, and learning fingerprinting. Officers and K9 Zeke showed demonstrations, while kids tackled an obstacle course and met therapy dog … Read more
Marine City’s beloved Gar’s Lounge, a local staple since 1978, is officially up for sale. Owner Penny Garwood, who has run the bar since her husband’s passing in 2018, is ready to retire after seven years. Located at 142 Water Street, the spacious 7,000-square-foot bar features three rooms, pool tables, outdoor areas, and a loyal … Read more
The Michigan Attorney General has settled a lawsuit with Domtar Industries over toxic “forever chemicals” found near Port Huron. The company’s paper mill sent sludge containing harmful PFAS chemicals to a local composting site on Dove Road, contaminating soil and water beyond state limits. As part of the agreement, Domtar will remove the sludge, investigate … Read more
Courtney Benavidez’s Dance Complex in East China is gaining national attention just four years after opening. 16 dancers from the studio are competing at the Kids Artistic Revue National Dance Competition in Tennessee, marking their first trip to nationals. Known for its inclusive approach, The Dance Complex welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities, from … Read more
A new sculpture is coming to the Blue Water River Walk, and organizers are searching for the right artist. The Community Foundation of St. Clair County and Port Huron’s Rotary Club are offering $10,000 to bring the next public art piece to life. The sculpture will reflect themes of nature, transformation, and community. Proposals are … Read more
The annual St. Clair Art Fair returns this weekend to Palmer Park and Riverview Plaza, bringing back one of the area’s favorite summer events. Over 130 artists from across the country will display and demonstrate handmade art, including paintings, pottery, and sculpture. The fair runs Saturday from 10 to 6 and Sunday from 10 to … Read more
Four months after Mark Ryan was shot by a state trooper in Port of Call near St. Clair, his family and pets are still grieving. Ryan’s wife and son had called police over his suicidal behavior, not violence. When officers arrived, Ryan reportedly showed a BB gun and was shot. The state’s review remains open. … Read more