The Council on Aging, Inc., Port Huron Senior Center has free SENIOR PROJECT FRESH coupon voucher books still available for St. Clair County senior residents until Friday, October 4th. All vouchers are first come, first serve from 9 am to 3 pm.

SENIOR PROJECT FRESH is a program of the USDA for eligible:

• St. Clair County seniors aged 60 or older, will fill out a simple one page application and just need to bring their valid I.D. picture.
• One-person household income must be $2,322 a month or less.
• Two-person household income must be $3,151 or less.

What is SENIOR PROJECT FRESH?

• The Council on Aging raises funds from Community Supporters such as CARGILL to purchase the voucher books from the State of Michigan.
• SENIOR PROJECT FRESH staff give eligible seniors information on why it is important to eat nutritious, locally grown produce and distributes the voucher books.
• Seniors use these at participating farmers markets and roadside stands the select fresh produce, honey, or herbs. They pay the farmers with the vouchers.
• The farmers turn the vouchers into the State for reimbursement.”

Thus, every dollar raised helps both low-income seniors and farming families, while supporting our local farmers markets.

For further information or questions, call The Council on Aging at 810-987-8813.

The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is set to welcome Natacha Hayden as its new Program Officer for Community Impact starting in January. Currently the Director of the Port Huron Downtown Development Authority, Hayden is known for her strong connections with local businesses and event planning experience. Her hiring coincides with the Foundation’s upcoming three-year strategic plan, which aims to enhance community initiatives. The Foundation, Michigan’s largest grantmaking organization in the Thumb Region, aims to further its impact with her expertise.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A tragic moped accident occurred early Monday morning in Port Huron, claiming the life of a 27-year-old local man. At around 6:36 a.m., he was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of 10th Avenue and McPherson Street. Emergency responders quickly arrived, and the victim was rushed to McLaren Port Huron Hospital before being transferred to McLaren Macomb due to the severity of his injuries. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries later that day.

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The Department of Public Works closed the 10th Street Bridge for repairs through Friday, between 11:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Crews are repairing sidewalks and steel grating, while also upgrading the traffic signal at 10th and Glenwood Avenues to LED lights. The overnight work minimizes traffic disruption, though the bridge is fully closed and detours are in place. All repairs will be completed by 6 a.m. on Friday. The Department of Public Works apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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A 25-year-old man from Port Huron, Ethan Jacob Morgan, was arrested by Michigan State Police after being accused of accessing child pornography online. Police obtained a search warrant for Morgan’s digital devices, leading to charges against him for eight felonies. These include serious offenses related to the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material, with potential prison sentences totaling up to 15 years for the most severe charge. Morgan is currently being held in St. Clair County jail on a $50,000 bond, with a court hearing set for October 8th.

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On Sunday, October 13th, Citizens for a Vibrant Community will host an open house at Andy’s Wine Bar in Port Huron to unveil the ’25 Blue Water Area Calendar. From 2 to 5 p.m., attendees can enjoy the festivities and purchase the new calendar, with one complimentary copy for photographers and advertisers. Proceeds from calendar sales will support the upcoming Art on the River festival. This annual art and music event celebrates local creativity and community spirit in Port Huron.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet