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Farmers and crop professionals attended the Crop and Pest Management Update hosted by Michigan State University Extension last Friday at the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe. The event, which ran from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., had a $40 registration fee that included lunch and a ’25 Weed Guide, courtesy of Michigan Corn, Soybean, and Wheat groups. Experts covered topics like weather impacts on weeds, crop diseases, soil fertility, and more. Attendees earned 4 RUP and 5 CCA credits.

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The Blue Water Convention Center in Port Huron will host the first-ever POHO Hot Rod Fest from January 17-19, showcasing 47 classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles from southeast Michigan. Organized by The Joshua Garage and Cruising Port Huron 70s, 80s, and 90s, the event will raise funds for local causes, including CPR training, winter clothing for families, and support for domestic violence victims. Admission is $20 for adults, with kids 12 and under free. The family-friendly festival will feature vendors and entertainment.

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St. Clair County RESA’s Tri-Share Child Care Program is easing childcare costs by splitting expenses between employees, employers, and the State of Michigan. Since September of ’24, 15 providers have joined, serving 21 children. Two new employers, the City of Port Huron and the YMCA of the Blue Water Area, are enhancing the program’s impact. This initiative helps families afford childcare, enabling parents to work while aiding employers in retaining talent.

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Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources completed its annual fish stocking program, releasing nearly 600,000 fish into state waters last fall. In total, over 9.7 million fish were stocked in ’24. In the fall, crews distributed seven species, including trout, salmon, walleye, and muskellunge, at 78 locations, totaling over 10 tons of fingerlings. The DNR says hatchery output varies by water supply and temperature, but the effort ensures stronger fish populations for Michigan anglers.

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The Kiwanis Club of Sarnia-Lambton Golden K has donated $4,000 dollars to St. Clair Child & Youth’s EarlyON program, supporting local children and caregivers. The funds were raised through volunteer efforts at Jackpot Time Sarnia Bingo, an initiative under the Ontario Charitable Gaming Association that helps charities give back to their communities. This donation continues the club’s long-standing commitment to EarlyON, ensuring families in Sarnia-Lambton have access to essential resources and services.

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Joshua Frazier, 24, of Port Huron, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a 15-hour standoff with police last February. The incident began when Frazier fired a gun inside a Chestnut Street home, held a 16-year-old relative against their will, and occasionally shot at police while wearing body armor. He later accepted a plea deal, admitting to multiple charges. During sentencing, his attorney said Frazier was suffering from a mental health crisis, while the victim’s family described the lasting emotional and financial toll of the standoff.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet