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Get ready to lace up for holiday fun at the Run Run Rudolph 5K Run & Walk, happening Saturday December 28th! This festive event is the perfect way to stay active and celebrate the season. Early registration is just $35, but hurry—prices jump to $40 after tomorrow. Don’t miss out on this cheerful community tradition, where participants of all ages can walk, jog, or dash like Rudolph himself. Sign up now and make this race a part of your holiday magic!

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Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Marysville residents can look forward to a new Planet Fitness opening in late December at 2323 Gratiot Blvd. The 15,550-square-foot gym will include modern equipment, locker rooms, and showers. To celebrate, Planet Fitness is offering memberships starting at $1 down, with plans like the $14.99/month Classic Card and $19.99/month Black Card, which includes perks like nationwide access and massage chairs. Known for its “judgment-free zone,” the chain aims to attract casual gymgoers.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On Thanksgiving day in the Blue Water Area, Meijer and Kroger on 24th Street in Port Huron Township will be open for last-minute shopping, with Meijer operating from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Kroger from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vinckier Food in Wadhams will open briefly from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walmart, ALDI, Neimans Family Market in St. Clair, and Country Style Marketplace in downtown Port Huron will all be closed. Plan ahead, as pharmacies and delivery schedules may vary.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Nominations are open for the 2025 Blue Water Woman of the Year Award, honoring outstanding local women making a difference in the community. Anyone can submit a nomination to spotlight an incredible woman who deserves recognition. Nominations are due by January 10th, through the Blue Water Woman website. Winners will be celebrated at a public awards ceremony on March 12th, from 6 to 8 p.m. at McMorran Place Theatre. This is your chance to uplift someone and celebrate their impact.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Robert Kessler, a former Landmark Academy bus driver, was sentenced to one to four years in prison for sending sexual texts to teenage girls. St. Clair County Judge Daniel Damman condemned Kessler for betraying students’ and parents’ trust. Kessler pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including possession of child sexually abusive material. Despite his remorse and therapy, the court emphasized the severity of his actions. Prosecutor Megan Leyva-Kelley highlighted the breach of trust, and Damman stressed Kessler’s danger to teenage girls.

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Two Michigan duck hunters were rescued from Wild Fowl Bay recently after waves swamped their boat two miles offshore. According to the Huron County Sheriff’s Office, a 64-year-old from Fenton and a 31-year-old from Kalamazoo called for help around 10 a.m. after strong winds sank their 14-foot boat, leaving it floating but submerged. Local firefighters used a private airboat to reach the men before official rescue teams arrived. The rescue operation lasted about 90 minutes.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet