George James

The Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting the public to an open house on March 11th from 2 to 6 p.m. at the MDOT Blue Water Bridge Annex in Port Huron. Attendees can get an update on the first phase of the Blue Water Bridge plaza improvements, set to begin this spring. The phase includes relocating the I-94/I-69 exit, reworking nearby intersections, and adding noise walls along key areas. MDOT staff will be available to answer questions and provide more details about the project’s impact on the area.

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On Friday, March 28th, Claire Kitchin Dahl will present “Tribute to Rosie the Riveter” in Port Sanilac. Dahl, a retired history teacher, will share the inspiring story of women’s crucial roles during World War II, focusing on the Willow Run B-24 Bomber Plant and Detroit’s automotive efforts. Dressed in iconic blue overalls, she’ll highlight the courage and creativity of the women who answered the call during the war. Admission is free for Sanilac County Historical Society members, or a $10 donation for non members.

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Mike Kelly Tristant, 23, of Wales Township, pleaded guilty to fraud after posing as a bail bondsman to scam a local woman out of $8,500. In January, he convinced her that her grandson was in jail and needed bail. Tristant collected the money, but when he called the next day asking for $12,000 more, the woman realized it was a scam and contacted Michigan State Police. Officers caught him attempting to flee when he returned to pick up the additional payment. Tristant faces up to five years in prison.

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Chadwick Mobley, 44, pled No Contest on Monday to charges of First-Degree Murder, Felony Murder, and Felony Firearm in Lapeer County for the ’11 killing of Andrea Eilber. Eilber was shot in the head at a relative’s home in Lapeer, and Mobley was identified through DNA evidence. After fleeing Michigan, Mobley was arrested in Montana and brought back to face charges. He’s set for sentencing on April 15th. A co-defendant involved in the case still faces trial. Mobley could be sentenced to life without parole.

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To celebrate Black History Month, Port Huron Area Schools will host a National African American Read-In on Saturday, February 22, at Cleveland Elementary School. Students from grades 2 to 12 will read books by African American authors, with author Shayla Griffin attending to share her new book, Together: A First Book About Race for Awesome Kids. The free event starts at 10 a.m. The read-in promotes literacy and celebrates Black authors.

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