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The St. Clair County Board rejected selling a downtown parking lot for a $17 million workforce housing project. Port Huron City Manager James Freed pitched the 50-unit Robin Crest development, calling the housing shortage a “critical crisis.” The county-owned lot, last used by AT&T, was set for a $250,000 sale, though its assessed value is $550,000. Commissioners cited rushed timing, property value concerns, and parking needs. Proximity to the wastewater plant also raised issues.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

STEM Fest returns to St. Clair County Community College on Saturday, offering a free day of hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities. With over 100 exhibits across multiple buildings, visitors can explore STEM through interactive experiences from SC4, Michigan Tech’s Mind Trekkers, Cranbrook Institute of Science, and Utica’s Reptarium. Retired NASA astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger will be available for meet-and-greets. Timed activities like a planetarium show and a mini Challenger Mission require registration by Friday. Concessions available.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A 40-day boycott of Target began Thursday, led by Atlanta Pastor Jamal Bryant, protesting the company’s rollback of diversity initiatives. The movement follows a recent 24-hour economic blackout. Supporters are also encouraged to sell Target stock. Target reported a drop in February sales and warns that Trump-era tariffs may push prices higher on items like produce.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Celebrate Irish culture on March 22nd at the Bark Shanty Community Center with an evening of live music and local talent. The night kicks off at 6 with Ourselves Irish Music, a local band known for their lively renditions of Irish tunes. Afterward, the stage will be open for community members to perform in an open mic session. The event is family-friendly, with refreshments available and a chance to enjoy music and community spirit. Don’t miss this festive evening at 135 Church St in Port Sanilac!

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

T-shirts for the Battle of the Badges charity hockey game are now available! Show your support with a $15 shirt, sized Small to 4XL. Limited ’24 shirts are also on sale for just $5. Proceeds benefit The Arc of St. Clair County, helping individuals with developmental disabilities. The game takes place Friday, March 14th at McMorran Place Arena, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and puck drop at 7 Tickets are $12. Don’t miss this exciting event for a great cause!

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

At their last Tuesday meeting, the Sanilac County Board of Commissioners approved several important measures. They updated the dress code policy for county employees and introduced new rules regarding animals in county buildings, allowing only service animals while banning non-service animals. A policy was also put in place to restrict political activities by county employees during working hours. The commissioners scheduled a public hearing for a Brownfield project in Port Sanilac on March 18th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet