George James

Port Huron’s hospital is getting a new top boss. McLaren Port Huron has named Lance Beus its new president and CEO, starting October 26, taking over from interim leader Tim Vargas. Beus brings more than 15 years of hospital leadership, most recently running hospitals in Detroit, where he worked to speed up emergency room care and bring in more doctors. He also led hospitals in Ohio and Tennessee. Board chair Gregory Busdicker says Beus will help strengthen quality and expand services for families across the Blue Water Area.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Michigan’s Thumb coast is taking a big bite out of the competition. Michigan Blue Magazine asked readers to pick the best of the best across the state, and the Thumb coast won 22 of 54 categories. Marine City led the way with 7 wins, including Best Vacation Town, Best Festival for Maritime Days, and Best Fudge. Port Huron took Best Boating Town, and the Bayview Mackinac Race won Best Boating Race. Other winners include the St. Clair Inn, Port Crescent State Park, and the M-29 Diner.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Beautiful Me will bring supporters together November 8th for its 15th annual gala at Zuccaro’s Banquet Center in Chesterfield Township. The 3 to 6 p.m. fundraiser supports confidence, leadership and job-skills programs for girls across Southeast Michigan. The event includes dinner, auctions, raffles and a live speed-painting performance. Tickets cost $100, while an online auction opens November 4th with travel, sports and local gift packages available. You do not need to attend the gala to participate in the online auction at ABeautifulMe.com.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In Sarnia, leadership changes are taking effect at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62 as John Surins takes over the local presidency from Ron Realesmith. Ontario Command restricted Realesmith’s clubhouse privileges while a confidential Article 3 complaint is processed. While officials have not disclosed the specific allegations, internal rules allow interim suspension of executive duties during an open investigation, following months of online scrutiny regarding branch governance, voting eligibility, and administration of the historic 4.5 million dollar Catch the Ace draw.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet