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Port Huron families can catch a free Santa Shuttle this evening, thanks to Blue Water Area Transit and the Blue Water Area YMCA. Trolleys depart at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. from the McMorran Transfer Center to the YMCA, where kids can enjoy hot cocoa, cookies from M’z Sweets and Frozen Treats, and a visit with Santa. Afterward, the trolley returns, giving riders a festive tour of local Christmas lights. Space is limited, and registration is required by calling 810-987-7373, option 2.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A high-speed chase across Tuscola and Bay counties ended with a Fairgrove woman in custody. It began in Caro when police tried to stop a white GMC Acadia for an equipment violation, but the driver fled, reaching speeds over 100 mph. Troopers deployed spike strips in Reese, but the vehicle kept going through Saginaw and Bay counties, hitting a bridge gate in Bay City. The chase ended safely on Saginaw Street in Reese, and the 41-year-old driver now faces charges of fleeing and reckless driving.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The SC4 Community Choir is back and inviting Port Huron residents to join. Open to SC4 students, local high schoolers, and adults, the choir welcomes anyone who loves to sing. Rehearsals are Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Building, room 60. Choir leaders say the group is a fun, supportive space where people of all skill levels can connect, create, and enjoy making music together. No auditions are needed—just show up and join in.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron murder case is moving toward trial as 40-year-old Jennifer Goodall prepares to face a jury on March 3rd. Prosecutors say she admitted to shooting her boyfriend, 23-year-old Chase Hoyt, during a September incident at a home on 10th Avenue. Police found Hoyt unresponsive with a chest wound, and a handgun with missing rounds was recovered from a dresser. A plea hearing is set for February 23rd. Goodall is charged with open murder and firearm offenses and could face life in prison if convicted.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron murder case is now moving toward trial, with two defendants set to face a jury this spring. Attorneys confirmed that 23-year-old Dazman Drake and 37-year-old Sayon Florence will go to trial on April 21st in the death of Vincent Buckles at his Vanness Street home. Both are also scheduled for a plea hearing on April 13th. Court filings show each defendant is pointing blame at the other, while prosecutors say Drake pulled the trigger. Both are charged with open murder, which carries a possible life sentence.

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SC4 is bringing world-class opera to the local stage this Friday with performances by internationally recognized artists Mia Mandineau and Nathalie Doucet. Mandineau, a Detroit Opera Resident Artist and former Metropolitan Opera Competition finalist, is known for her engaging YouTube channel introducing opera in English and French. Doucet, Detroit Opera’s Head of Music, brings nearly 30 years of experience as a pianist and vocal coach. The duo will perform at SC4’s Fine Arts Theatre at noon and 7 PM. Admission is free.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet