George James

The Michigan Department of Transportation will close M-46 east of Sandusky on Feb. 17th to replace the Black River bridge, part of a $26.4 million upgrade. Work began last year with road repairs, sewer replacements, and safety improvements in Sandusky, including M-19. This phase also includes resurfacing M-46 between Sandusky and Carsonville. The bridge project will keep M-46 closed until October, with traffic detoured via Ruth, Forester, and Maple Grove roads.

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On February 19th, the Lambton County Library will show Hidden Figures at the Sarnia Library Theatre, offering a free screening of the inspiring film. The movie tells the true story of three African-American women—Dorothy Vaughn, Mary Jackson, and Katherine Johnson—who broke barriers to help NASA send astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The film highlights their crucial roles in space history. The screening is open to all, with no registration needed, and is PG-rated, lasting 127 minutes.

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The Lexington Arts Council secured a $5,000 grant from the Blue Water Arts Committee of the Community Foundation of St. Clair County to support the ’25 Lexington Bach Festival. Celebrating its 25th year, the festival will feature three concerts from September 10th to 14th, along with recitals at local churches and schools. The funding ensures the festival’s continued success in bringing classical music to the area.

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Port Huron residents, business owners, and others are invited to a public meeting on Thursday, to discuss a proposed road diet for 24th Street, from Dove Road to Nern Street. The meeting, starting at 6 p.m. at the Eleger G. Harvey Reinvestment Center, will give the community a chance to learn about the project, ask questions, and provide feedback. The road diet aims to improve traffic flow, boost pedestrian safety, and modernize infrastructure. For those unable to attend, comments can be submitted by calling or emailing the Engineering Department.

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A St. Clair County jury found 50-year-old Michael Stickler guilty of first-degree murder and felony firearm for shooting eviction officer Robert Silver in Clay Township. Silver was at Stickler’s home in Dec. of ’23, to assess the eviction process when Stickler shot him. Prosecutors argued Stickler acted with motive, as his home had been repossessed for unpaid taxes. The defense claimed self-defense. Silver’s gun was found holstered inside Stickler’s home. Stickler faces life in prison at sentencing on April 11th.

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Flash Steelworks is expanding in St. Clair County, investing $8.8 million and creating 55 new jobs. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation and local partners helped secure a $750,000 state grant for the expansion. Flash Steelworks, known for its high-strength steel used in military and industrial applications, will install a Flash Armor Production line to fulfill new contracts. The company’s advanced technology has earned U.S. Army approval, and new hires will earn an average wage of $32.82 per hour.

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