George James

Port Huron residents showed strong community spirit last week as the Elks Lodge 343 surpassed its blood drive goal, collecting 42 units to help ease local shortages. Despite freezing weather, 49 donors turned out for the lodge’s 82nd drive, organized with the American Red Cross. Since starting in ’13, the lodge has collected more than 2,800 pints—enough to fill over 350 gallons. The group is now aiming for 3,000 pints and will host its next drive on Feb. 11th. Donors can sign up at redcross.org.

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St. Clair County Community Mental Health has tapped a longtime local leader to keep its finances steady. Finance Director Danielle Hazlewood has been promoted to chief financial officer, following the retirement of Karen Farr, who served more than a decade in the role. Hazlewood, a lifelong Blue Water Area resident, brings over 20 years of government finance experience and strong local ties. Agency leaders say her leadership will help maintain SCCCMH’s financial strength while supporting mental health services across St. Clair County.

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Sanilac County leaders will take up several spending proposals at tonight’s commissioners’ meeting in Sandusky. The Parks Commission is asking approval to hire grant writer John Frazier for $12,000, fix electrical problems at Forester Park for nearly $26,000, and buy new equipment totaling about $60,000. The sheriff’s office wants funding for a deputy’s police academy training and a new inmate transport van, each about $60,000.

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Port Huron residents can kick up their heels at St. Mary Parish’s Line Dancing Evening on Friday, Feb. 13th. The free event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. in the parish’s social hall on Ballentine Street. Popular DJ and instructor Carol Daugherty will lead the music and steps for dancers of all ages. Snacks, bottled water, and plenty of fun are promised. Donations will be accepted, and RSVPs are welcome. The event is hosted by the St. Mary’s Ladies Auxiliary.

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Port Huron Civic Theatre is bringing Disney’s The Lion King JR. to life at McMorran Place early March. The youth production features about 80 local students in a one‑hour adaptation of the Broadway hit and classic 1994 film. Shows run March 6 at 7 p.m., March 7th at 2 and 7 with sign‑language interpreters, and March 8t at 2. Director Matthew Muns says the story highlights unity and community spirit—messages these young performers bring center stage.

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