George James

The Port Huron Police Department launched its annual Citizens Police Academy with its largest-ever class—37 eager to learn about law enforcement. Over the coming weeks, participants will explore police work through patrol operations, hands-on equipment sessions, and department tours, including special units like K9 and Major Crimes. They’ll ride along with officers, learn about mental health efforts, and engage with Volunteers in Police Service. The program aims to foster transparency and trust between the police and the public. Graduation is set for May.

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This summer, Knox Field in Port Huron will host the Southside Pop-up Market, organized by the Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority. Deputy City Manager Cynthia Bloomfield confirmed the market will run from June 17th to August 26, every Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Residents can enjoy local goods, meet neighbors, and support artisans. Created in ’23, the authority focuses on improving Port Huron’s southern communities. The pop-up fosters community spirit and revitalization

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The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is refining its focus to boost economic development along the primary commercial corridor, which follows the Bridge to Bay Trail from Algonac to Lakeport. Their new priorities, set through ’27, aim to support major “anchor projects” that promote placemaking and enhance the community. A new Mission Related Investments Committee will help guide these efforts, focusing on projects that attract visitors and drive local growth, like the Blue Water River Walk upgrades.

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Jackson Kohler, the standout guard from Yale, earned a spot on the annual Michigan Sports Writers All-State Division 2 First Team after leading the Bulldogs to a 22-4 record, a BWAC title, and a district championship. Kohler set school records for points, steals, and 3-pointers, averaging 21.5 points per game. He wasn’t alone, as fellow Blue Water Area players Alex Jamison from Port Huron Northern and Braylon Frantz from St. Clair were also recognized for their achievements, with Jamison earning Second Team honors and Frantz landing an Honorable Mention.

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The Community Foundation of St. Clair County has officially closed its Disaster Response Fund’s efforts for the January 26 apartment fire in East China Township. After raising over $23,500 and spending nearly $24,700 on victim aid, they ensured every donated dollar directly supported affected residents. Created last year, the fund prepares for disasters like this, allowing immediate fiancial aid. Thankfully, no lives were lost in the fire, though its cause remains unknown.

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A former Macomb County morgue worker has won a legal battle after a federal judge upheld their complaint related to an incident at the Macomb County Medical Examiner’s Office in Mount Clemens. In May of ’20, a birthday cake featuring male ‘parts’ was brought into the office, sparking the worker’s original grievance. The judge ruled in favor of the worker, though further details of the ruling remain unclear. The case highlights workplace conduct issues, with the cake incident being the central trigger for the complaint.

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