Algonac school district voters will choose three board members from a field of four candidates on November 3. The Port Huron Times Herald asked each candidate about their background, their reasons for running and their experience. On the ballot are Jennifer Baker of Harsens Island, 52-year-old Nicole Emery and 50-year-old Janice Pasko, both of Clay Township, and Sandee Kuhfeldt. Kuhfeldt says she would bring practical business experience, community involvement and a willingness to listen. Winners will serve 6-year terms on the Algonac School Board.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Tuscola County voters have big decisions on the November 3rd ballot. Countywide, they will decide whether to renew the property tax that pays for veterans services. That would not raise the rate. The countywide veterans’ proposal would continue funding at about 17 cents per $1,000 of taxable value for six years. A separate question asks whether to add a new tax for the same purpose, because the county’s veterans office says it needs more money. In the townships, Akron and Columbia want to renew fire and ambulance funding, while Almer Charter and Dayton are asking for new road money.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Summer on the St. Clair River is over for one of Port Huron’s best-known attractions. The Huron Lady II has wrapped up its 2026 season. Since late May, the 73-foot boat has carried passengers on 90-minute narrated cruises from its dock along the Black River in downtown Port Huron. Riders got a close-up look at the Blue Water Bridges, the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse and Great Lakes freighters along the way. Port Huron-area fans will have to wait until next year to climb aboard.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A bald eagle is fighting to recover just across the St. Clair River from the Blue Water Area. The eagle was found stuck in a tree for hours on Stag Island Monday, with a branch through its wing. Tree climber Justin Nicol sawed the branch off and carried the bird down. Caregivers at a Sarnia wildlife clinic say its chances are guarded, but it is eating well and getting pain medicine. A vet stitched the wing, and specialists are being lined up for more care. For now, caregivers say they are taking it one day at a time.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Port Huron this Sunday, October 25th, for a midterm campaign rally.

The City of Port Huron announced the visit on social media, saying its team is working to prepare for what it describes as the first presidential visit in Port Huron and St. Clair County history. Preparations are underway at McMorran Place and the McMorran Arena.

If confirmed, the visit would mark a historic milestone for the Blue Water Area, bringing a sitting U.S. president to St. Clair County for the first time.

The rally comes just days before Michigan’s November 3rd election, as campaigning intensifies across the state.

Reporting for WGRT – George VanCamp