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The Internet Is Just Now Discovering What is Odd About Interstate 69 in Michigan
Interstate 69 is one of 4 major interstate routes that cross Michigan along with I-75, I-94 and I-96. Interstate does something odd in Michigan and it's something that is exceedingly rare across the entire interstate system. I-69 changes direction. North-south interstates have odd numbers and for a great deal of...
Father-son team in Port Huron release 'Synonym Swap' for mobile devices
PORT HURON — Avery Kovatch first started to come up with the idea for a new word-based game in December 2022. For the next 18 months Avery and his 15-year-old son, Rhys Kovatch, would use their spare time trying to think of rhyming phrases. Avery grabbed a pen and pencil whenever he...
Local Rite Aid stores to close
Three local Rite Aid stores are among the more than 150 Michigan locations the pharmacy chain is shutting down. “Closing” signs appeared this week at the Pine Grove Avenue and 24th Street stores in Port Huron, along with the Gratiot Blvd. location in Marysville. The company began bankruptcy filings this past fall due in part to litigation related to the opioid crisis. Since declaring bankruptcy, Rite Aid has reportedly closed more than 500 stores nationwide with fewer than two dozen locations in Michigan still remaining . Unless customers make other arrangements, the company has previously stated all prescriptions are being transferred to Walgreens stores along with all pharmacy inventory. The final day of operation at the three locations is still unknown, but store merchandise is quickly becoming scarce.
Marine City Maritime Days to feature fan favorites, new events
The 2024 Maritime Days festival will bring returning and new events to downtown Marine City from Aug. 2 to 4. There will be live bands, raffles, food trucks and vendors all weekend. “We open the festival on Friday evening with a Hoedown featuring a pulled pork dinner, line dancing and...
Port Huron man accepts no contest deal that drops charge for attempted drowning
Editor's note: Details of the plea deal and that Lewis pleaded no contest have been corrected. A Port Huron man accused of attempting to drown a police officer will be sentenced on Aug. 19. Malik Lewis entered a no contest plea to three of the eight counts against him July 1, according...
Dogapalooza returning to Clay Township
Clay Township’s Dogapalooza event will return during the Aug. 1 Music in the Parks concert at Clay Township Park. At the event, which will run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., people are invited to come out and celebrate their pets. Clay Township Recreation will welcome all dog-related organizations and businesses to join, and there will be dog-related freebies while supplies last.
Gratiot Avenue resurfacing project to begin in Casco Township
A portion of Gratiot Avenue in Casco Township will be reduced to one lane of traffic starting Monday for a resurfacing project. Construction is expected to be underway for 30 days on Gratiot Avenue from County Line Road to Division Road, on the border of Richmond. Work includes asphalt pavement removal, cold milling, concrete rubblizing, new aggregate base and repaving roadway with asphalt.
Packed roster of 9 vying for 3 Port Huron City Council seats this November
PORT HURON — Voters in the city will have a packed roster of candidates to choose from for City Council in November’s general election, including three incumbents and six newcomers. Councilwoman Anita Ashford, whose council term is not up for another two years, is challenging longtime Mayor Pauline...
New Baltimore City Council looks to update meeting rules
New Baltimore City Council meetings could soon be run under a new formal set of rules and procedures. The council voted on July 22 to establish a subcommittee to address the rules for its meetings. Three council members were appointed to the subcommittee: Ryan Covert, Jason Harvey and Mel Eason.
Almont police officer accused of lying to police about son’s crash placed on paid leave
LAPEER COUNTY, MI – An Almont police officer has been suspended with pay after she was criminally charged for giving false information to a peace officer. Amanda Szymanski, 45, and her son were charged in connection with a Dryden Township crash that left a delivery driver with life-threatening injuries.
St. Clair County sheriff gives Algonac activity report
At the Algonac City Council’s July 16 meeting, St. Clair County Sheriff Mat King presented the community’s activity report, as well as a 2023 annual county report. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office provides police protection for Algonac residents and enforces all state laws and city criminal, civil and traffic ordinances within the city of Algonac. The current agreement for law enforcement services between Algonac and the St. Clair County Sheriff Office was approved by city council on July 6, 2021, to renew the contract for a three-year period from Oct. 1, 2021, through Sept. 30, 2024.
Every Clay Township Board position in contention for Aug. 6 primary
CLAY TWP. — A packed slate of candidates is before Clay Township voters in the Republican primary election next month, with all seven township board seats in early contention. Supervisor Artie Bryson, Clerk Cindy Valentine, and Treasurer Kristi Hiltunen, representing Clay’s three full-time elected statutory positions, all face a...
Historical properties highlight the history of the Blue Water Area
The Blue Water Area is filled with unique architecture that has helped build the culture within the area. Among those are the James McColl house, the Harrington Inn, and the Main Building at St. Clair County Community College. Harrington Inn. Thinking about the history of the Blue Water Area, it’s...
TE Lincoln Watkins "definitely considering Wisconsin" following offer
Wisconsin offered Port Huron (Mich.) Northern tight end Lincoln Watkins on Friday during his visit to campus. "I spent a majority of my time with [assistant director of player personnel] Zach Zilm who was amazing," Watkins said. "He did a wonderful job showing us the ins and outs of the university and really expanded our knowledge of what they had to offer. Outside of that we spent a lot of time with [tight ends coach Nate Letton] getting to talk on a more personal level which is when I was offered."
Algonac Art Fair gets green light
The Algonac City Council on July 16 approved a special event permit for the Algonac Art Fair. “The Algonac Art Fair Committee has submitted a special events permit for the 52nd annual Algonac Art Fair in Riverfront Park on Saturday, Aug. 31, and Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024,” Mayor Rocky Gillis said. “The permit application has been received and has been approved by administration. We are waiting for approval of the safety and security plan by the St. Clair County sheriff.”
6th Annual “Runaway Bride Fun Run” Is A Unique Local Fundraiser Taking Place In Port Huron
The 6th Annual “Runaway Bride Fun Run,” sponsored by ADVIA Credit Union, will take place on Saturday, August 10th, at 8 a.m. in Port Huron. Starting at the DoubleTree by Hilton and following a scenic route along the St. Clair River, this event offers a chip-timed 5K and a 2-mile walk to support local charity “A Beautiful Me.” Participants will compete for trophies awarded to the best-dressed bride, best-dressed couple, and best-dressed wedding party, judged by Josh Chapman (Blue Water YMCA Executive Director) and Tracy Willard (Hunter Hospitality House Executive Director).
Parting Shot 7-24-24 Edition
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Officials pay tribute to 100th anniversary of Richmond’s town clock
The city of Richmond recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its iconic town clock. State Rep. Jaime Greene, R-Richmond, and Sen. Dan Lauwers, R-Brockway Township, on July 17 presented a tribute to the city of Richmond recognizing the anniversary. The clock was installed on July 17, 1924. It was crafted...
Free “Rockin’ The Rivers” Concerts Kick Off in Port Huron On Aug. 1st
The “Rockin’ The Rivers” concert series returns to Kiefer Park in downtown Port Huron starting Thursday, Aug. 1st. Hosted by Port Huron Parks and Recreation, this annual event offers free music for the blue water community. The 2024 lineup features:. Aug. 1: The Family Tradition Band (country...
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