George James

Sarnia drivers and residents can expect delays this summer as the city rolls out a record $4.1 million road repair program tied to major sewer and flood control upgrades. Crews will work on Ontario, Johnston, Queen, College and George streets, along with full rebuilds on Copland Road and Kathleen Avenue. The city is also boosting flood protection at Pumping Station 16 and continuing sewer separation projects. Officials say the work is disruptive but necessary to prevent flooding, reduce future repair costs and keep roads and water systems reliable.

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Port Sanilac residents have a chance to spend a free afternoon with music and local history this Friday. The Sanilac County Historical Society is hosting two public events June 6 at the Historic Village and Museum on South Ridge Street. The Croswell-Lexington Community Band performs under the pavilion at 1 p.m., featuring musicians from across the Thumb. At 3 p.m., a rock and roll history talk inside the Forestville Church explores the genre’s rise and impact. Donations are welcome, but admission is free.

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A former church property in Clyde Township is getting new life as a sports complex. The 6.8-acre site on Imlay City Road sold for $325,000 in a cash deal on May 20 after about three months on the market. A private buyer plans to turn the former Grace Baptist Church into a soccer-focused multi-use facility. The nearly 14,000-square-foot property includes classrooms, a gym, and additional buildings. The sale also boosts a regional faith-based foundation supporting nonprofits across eastern Michigan.

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Port Huron is spotlighting one of the Great Lakes’ oldest residents this week. Sturgeon Fest and Friends runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Fort Gratiot Lighthouse Park on Omar Street, with free admission and parking. Families can see live lake sturgeon up close in a touch tank, join hands-on activities and workshops, and watch an Anishinaabe drum ceremony. Organizers say the St. Clair River supports more than 10,000 of the giant fish, which can reach six feet and live a century.

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Port Huron city leaders are reshuffling operations after a key resignation. Deputy City Manager Cynthia Broomfield is leaving for a new job out of state, a move officials say brings her closer to family. Rather than replace her, City Manager James Freed plans to absorb the role and reorganize staff workflow. Broomfield spent more than eight years with the city, leading major projects, including federal pandemic relief funding and downtown improvements. Freed called her a trusted leader as the city shifts how it runs day-to-day operations.

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A familiar face is back leading emergency response in St. Clair County. Timothy Niggemeyer, a former Tri-Hospital EMS leader, has returned as CEO after more than a decade away. The service now handles nearly 26,000 calls a year across most of the county, more than double ’14 levels. His top priority is an August millage vote that helps fund ambulances, staffing, and response times. Without it, leaders say the system could struggle. Niggemeyer is also preparing crews for future changes, including new technology in emergency care.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet