George James

Jasmine Bryce, raised on a rural property near Jeddo, is bringing fresh, pasture-raised poultry to the local market. After leaving her office job, she started JB’s Pastured Produce, where chickens are raised outdoors on non-GMO feed and rotated daily on family land. Bryce hand-cares for the birds from hatchlings to processing, partnering with Wilcox Poultry in Brown City for humane slaughter. She faces typical new-farmer challenges but is excited to debut her poultry at the Port Huron Farmers Market, aiming to grow her business full-time next year.

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In St. Clair County, the Community Foundation is transforming local spaces to bring people together. From vibrant plazas in Port Huron and St. Clair to new park projects in rural towns, these efforts are creating lively community hubs. With nearly $300,000 in grants from the Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan and others, places like the Blue Water River Walk will soon feature a restored ferry dock, new trails, and better lighting. These projects make St. Clair County a more welcoming place for families and friends to connect and enjoy.

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PBS’s “Under the Radar” returned to St. Clair County this month, exploring Port Huron’s Huron Lady II cruise ship and Palm’s Krystal Bar & Grill, plus Marysville’s Junction Buoy. On Harsens Island, local photographer Stacy Williams led hosts Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman on a kayak tour through the St. Clair Flats, highlighting diverse wildlife like the rare black tern. Catch the episode on Detroit Public Television at 8:30 p.m. on June 26.

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Kids in St. Clair County can now sign up for the annual Summer Nature Series at the Pine River Nature Center in Goodells. Open to ages four through sixth grade, the weekly sessions mix outdoor fun with hands-on learning. Activities include exploring woods, wetlands, and prairies, plus nature games and crafts. Each week brings a new theme to keep young minds curious. Programs run next to Goodells County Park at 2585 Castor Road, and participants should dress for the weather.

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Sarnia’s 102 First Hussars Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps wrapped up its 122nd Annual Ceremonial Review on Saturday at the Sarnia Armouries. Local leaders, families, and supporters packed the venue to recognize 26 cadets for their dedication this training year. Top honours went to Maddisyn Smith, who took home multiple awards, including the Lord Strathcona Medal. The event featured a full parade and formal presentations, with guests from across Lambton County showing strong community support.

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A Flint man is behind bars after a failed armed robbery attempt at Lapeer’s Holiday Inn Express on June 7th. Police say Dequantell Jamerson, 37, jumped the hotel counter with a bag hiding what looked like a gun, demanding cash before fleeing. No money was taken, and no weapon was found. He was arrested near a nearby Burger King and arraigned two days later. Jamerson, already on parole, now faces armed robbery charges and a possible 25-year minimum prison sentence if convicted.

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