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A landmark building at 310 Huron Avenue in downtown Port Huron is now for sale for $2.694 million. Once a Woolworth’s, the 21,500-square-foot property was redeveloped after ’18 and reopened in phases starting in ’22. The ground floor houses Country Style Marketplace with retail space and a beer and wine cellar, while the second floor has offices and a luxury loft with rooftop views of the St. Clair River. Zoned for mixed-use, the building offers opportunities for retail, dining, offices, or residential space.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Monroe photographer Ken Stumpmier, known locally as the “Lens Ninja,” is sharing tips to help holiday photos shine this season. He says natural light, distance from backgrounds, and adding foreground elements can turn ordinary shots into professional-looking images. Stumpmier also recommends candid moments over posed photos, experimenting with angles, and using the “rule of thirds” for balanced composition. For kids, he suggests getting to eye level, being patient, and capturing genuine emotions. This season families can upgrade their holiday memories one click at a time.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac Township authorities shut down a dangerous THC extraction operation last week after discovering a home lab on Washington Road. The Sanilac County Drug Task Force, Sheriff’s Office, and Department of Human Services responded to check on children living at the home. Investigators found more than 260 pounds of raw marijuana and equipment used to extract THC with highly flammable butane. Firefighters assisted as trained officers safely dismantled the lab. A 38-year-old man and 33-year-old woman face charges.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Marlette High School’s National Honor Society stepped up to help families in need just weeks before Christmas. Originally fundraising for a different project, students quickly redirected their efforts to provide gifts for 25 children across 17 families who weren’t covered by Toys for Tots. They also teamed with Marlette First Church to deliver holiday meal boxes. NHS members shopped for personalized gifts, packed food boxes, and helped with distribution. Superintendent James Marshall praised the students, saying their quick action shows strong character.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sarnia residents now have a greener option for end-of-life services as McCormack Funeral Home rebrands to McCormack Aquamation, Burial & Cremation Services. The George Street funeral home is the first in Canada to offer alkaline hydrolysis, a water-based alternative to traditional flame cremation. This eco-friendly process uses mostly water and a small amount of alkaline solution to gently break down the body, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving energy. Funeral Director Cameron McCormack says the service provides a dignified choice for families.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A tragic crash in Deerfield Township near North Branch killed 94-year-old Dorothy Lambert Wednesday afternoon. An 82-year-old man turned his pickup left into Deerfield Pines on Lapeer Road, directly into the path of an oncoming SUV with Dorothy and a local couple inside. Firefighters freed the three pinned occupants from the Durango. Dorothy died at the scene. Her 73-year-old son and 72-year-old daughter-in-law were seriously injured and hospitalized, along with the pickup driver and his wife. No speed or alcohol involved.

Reporting for WGRT – JP BZet