Port Huron officials are cracking down on delays in the $2.9 million Lapeer Avenue road project. City Manager James Freed announced last Friday that Boddy Construction, the contractor, has fallen far behind schedule, pushing completion from October into spring. Freed called the progress “deeply disappointing” and cited poor management and oversight. The city is now pursuing $1,005 in daily penalties, totaling over $84,000 so far. Freed also said Port Huron will avoid hiring Boddy Construction for future projects.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron Civic Theatre is bringing the Russian stage to life this weekend with its musical “Anastasia.” Local actors rehearsed on stage for the first time Sunday, perfecting songs, lines, and dance moves ahead of the show. The musical, inspired by the ’97 animated film, follows young Anya as she navigates post-revolution Russia with two conmen who hope to claim a reward by passing her off as the lost daughter of the czar. Performances run Friday thru Sunday at McMorran Place, with tickets from $22 to $29.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron City Council has approved new rules on public comment after weeks of debate. Starting January 12th, anyone who wants to speak must sign up before the meeting, and comments will be split between city residents and business owners, and those who live outside the city. The 4–3 vote came despite more than an hour of pushback from speakers who called the plan divisive. Supporters say it keeps meetings organized, while opponents say it shuts out taxpayers who work or volunteer here. The new process begins next month.

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Port Huron and St. Clair communities are honoring local veterans this weekend with Wreaths Across America. On Saturday wreaths will be placed at St. Clair Allied Veterans Cemetery at noon, Hillside Cemetery in St. Clair also at noon, and Woodland Cemetery in Port Huron Township at 1 p.m. Volunteers and families are invited to help lay wreaths and say the names of fallen heroes aloud, showing gratitude for their service and teaching the value of freedom to the next generation. Everyone is welcome to join in this meaningful tribute.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Due to the anticipated winter weather conditions, the following will be closed or delayed on December 10th, 2025. Please see your district website for specific details.

St. Clair County:

• Algonac Community Schools
• Cardinal Mooney Catholic High
• Community Enterprises of St. Clair County
• East China School District
• East Shore Leadership Academy
• Immaculate Conception Elem
• Landmark Academy
• Life Skills Bright Futures
• Marysville Public Schools
• Memphis Community Schools
• New Life Christian Academy
• Port Huron Area Schools
• St. Clair TEC
• St. Edward Elem on the Lake
• Woodland Develop Center

Sanilac County:

• Carsonville-Port Sanilac Schools
• Croswell-Lexington Comm Schools
• Deckerville School District
• Marlette School District
• Peck Community Schools
• Sandusky School District
• Sanilac Career Center
• Sanilac Special Ed.

Macomb County:

• Academy of Warren
• Anchor Bay School District
• Armada Area Schools
• Centerline Public Schools
• Clintondale Community Schools
• Eastpointe Community Schools
• First Friends Montessori
• Fraser Public Schools
• Huron Academy
• Lakeshore Public Schools
• Life- Enrichment Acdmy – New Haven
• Macomb Academy
• Macomb ISD – Special Ed Pgms
• Merrit Academy
• Michigan Healthcare Academy
• Mt Clemens Community Schools
• Mt Clemens Montessori Academy
• Noor International Academy
• Richmond Community Schools
• Rising Stars Academy
• Romeo Community Schools
• South Lake Schools
• St. Augustine Catholic
• St. John Lutheran-Fraser
• St. Lawrence Catholic School
• St. Peters Lutheran – Richmond
• Utica Community Schools
• Warren Consolidated Schools

A civil trial date is now set in the death of former Port Huron Northern teacher Ashley Nisbett. Her estate is suing Justin Simon, the man already convicted in criminal court. A judge, not a jury, will rule when the case begins March 3rd, with a final settlement deadline in February. Nisbett died in ’23 after Simon’s drunk-driving crash on Lakeshore Road in Fort Gratiot. Simon is serving up to five years in prison. The lawsuit seeks accountability beyond the criminal verdict.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet