Port Huron OKs Worker Residency Bonus
The Port Huron City Council has approved a new policy aimed at keeping more city workers local. Under the plan, full-time employees who live within Port Huron will get a 5% pay boost. City leaders say it’s a voluntary way to strengthen neighborhoods and improve response times, especially in police and public works departments. Mayor Anita Ashford says it’s about building community pride and keeping tax dollars in town. The policy takes effect later this month after a unanimous council vote last Monday night.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Woman Faces April Trial
A Burtchville Township woman accused of stabbing her boyfriend on Thanksgiving is set to stand trial April 7th. Deputies say 28-year-old Taylor Spigner attacked her boyfriend with a knife, sending him to Lake Huron Medical Center, where he recovered. Spigner faces multiple felony charges, including attempted murder and assault with a dangerous weapon. A plea hearing is scheduled for March 9. She remains in the St. Clair County Jail on a $250,000 bond and could face life in prison if convicted.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Hospital Construction Hits Major Milestone
Construction on McKenzie Health System’s new hospital in Sandusky is moving full speed ahead. Crews are setting steel beams, pouring concrete for foundations, and installing underground water and power lines. The first steel post is now in place — a major step toward the new facility. The project also includes a wider entrance off M-46, a second access point on Gates Road, and expanded parking. Work began last fall and is on track to wrap up by spring of ’27, bringing modern healthcare closer to home.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Bacon & Bubbles Fun Run
A Beautiful Me is gearing up for its 8th Annual “Bacon & Bubbles” fun run this June 13th in Port Huron. The lively event starts at the DoubleTree along the St. Clair River, with both a 5K and a one-mile walk for runners and families alike. Participants can look forward to the group’s signature treats — sizzling bacon, bacon-covered donuts, and plenty of bubbles along the route. Event proceeds help A Beautiful Me continue its mission of boosting confidence in young women across the Blue Water area.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet