George James

In Grant Township, a tiny Chiweenie named Nugget is turning heads across the Blue Water Area. The 2-year-old pup, owned by Sandy and Dale Kress, is a regular at local spots like the Fort Gratiot Meijer, where shoppers instantly recognize her. Nugget is now competing in the America’s Favorite Pet contest, currently ranked second in her group. The nationwide vote supports animal rescue work through PAWS, with winners announced March 27th. Nugget’s calm, friendly charm has already made her a local celebrity.

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Registered social worker Katie Joosten is launching a new workshop in Sarnia’s Mitton Village to help new and expecting parents find emotional balance after birth. Her “Postpartum Survival & Support” session runs March 11th at the Radiant Community Centre on Mitton Street South, offering real talk on mental health, identity shifts, and relationships after having a baby. Joosten says her goal is to fill the gap in local care so parents don’t face the postpartum period alone.

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Major improvements are coming to Lexington’s waterfront this year. State crews have begun work at Tierney Park while the harbor readies for big repairs expected to stretch into ’27. The $8 million project covers dredging, breakwall fixes, and new marina structures, meaning some boating closures ahead — including a full shutdown from September to May of ’27. Meanwhile, Tierney Park is getting an amphitheater, new restrooms, and a concession stand, with reopening planned for summer.

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A judge has struck down St. Clair County’s new rules on solar power projects, saying the county overstepped its authority. Circuit Judge Michael West sided with DTE Energy and Portside Solar, ruling the county’s health codes were actually zoning laws in disguise. The decision means local limits on noise, visibility, and cleanup won’t take effect—at least for now. County leaders meet Feb. 19th to decide whether to appeal, revise, or drop the ordinance. The ruling mirrors similar solar-energy battles across Michigan.

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Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron has earned national recognition, landing a four-star spot on Forbes’ first-ever Top Hospitals list. The ranking placed Lake Huron Medical Center among just over 500 hospitals nationwide recognized for outstanding patient care, outcomes, and experience. It was one of twelve Prime Healthcare hospitals to make the list. Hospital leaders say the honor reflects the dedication of doctors, nurses, and staff working every day to serve the Blue Water community with skill, compassion, and quality care.

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