The Salvation Army’s new thrift store on 24th Avenue in Fort Gratiot had a successful grand opening on Friday. With hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, the store sells clothing, furniture, books, and more. They welcome donations of items in good condition. Proceeds support the Adult Rehabilitation Center in Flint. The … Read more
Lambton County Archives is launching Heritage Hunters, a new video series exploring local family histories. Archivist Nicole Aszalos said the series highlights personal connections within Lambton’s history through genealogical research. Applications are open until March 28th, with filming set to take place between May and July. The series will premiere in December. No genealogical experience … Read more
On Friday, March 28th, Claire Kitchin Dahl will present “Tribute to Rosie the Riveter” in Port Sanilac. Dahl, a retired history teacher, will share the inspiring story of women’s crucial roles during World War II, focusing on the Willow Run B-24 Bomber Plant and Detroit’s automotive efforts. Dressed in iconic blue overalls, she’ll highlight the … Read more
Mike Kelly Tristant, 23, of Wales Township, pleaded guilty to fraud after posing as a bail bondsman to scam a local woman out of $8,500. In January, he convinced her that her grandson was in jail and needed bail. Tristant collected the money, but when he called the next day asking for $12,000 more, the … Read more
The Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting the public to an open house on March 11th from 2 to 6 p.m. at the MDOT Blue Water Bridge Annex in Port Huron. Attendees can get an update on the first phase of the Blue Water Bridge plaza improvements, set to begin this spring. The phase includes … Read more
Get ready to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in style! On March 16th, from 5 to 7 p.m., the Museum Church at the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum will host a fundraiser concert featuring local band ‘Ourselves’. Proceeds will benefit the Sanilac County Historical Society. Tickets are $5 for members and $10 for the public, … Read more
Chadwick Mobley, 44, pled No Contest on Monday to charges of First-Degree Murder, Felony Murder, and Felony Firearm in Lapeer County for the ’11 killing of Andrea Eilber. Eilber was shot in the head at a relative’s home in Lapeer, and Mobley was identified through DNA evidence. After fleeing Michigan, Mobley was arrested in Montana … Read more
After a string of car break-ins in Marlette starting February 11th, the Marlette Police Department tracked down two suspects. On February 16th, the suspects were seen rifling through unlocked vehicles on Chard and Church Streets, stealing valuables. With help from local security cameras, the police spotted the pair again the following night near Rogers and … Read more
To celebrate Black History Month, Port Huron Area Schools will host a National African American Read-In on Saturday, February 22, at Cleveland Elementary School. Students from grades 2 to 12 will read books by African American authors, with author Shayla Griffin attending to share her new book, Together: A First Book About Race for Awesome … Read more
After 36 years in pharmacy and 17 years leading Northgate Pharmacy, Richard Kelch is ready for a change. Kelch, who built the pharmacy into a Sarnia staple, is passing the torch to longtime colleagues Jagjit Singh and Samantha Roman. Singh, a Sarnia native, and Roman, who joined in 2013, bring fresh ideas and a commitment … Read more