Port Huron families can catch a free Santa Shuttle this evening, thanks to Blue Water Area Transit and the Blue Water Area YMCA. Trolleys depart at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. from the McMorran Transfer Center to the YMCA, where kids can enjoy hot cocoa, cookies from M’z Sweets and Frozen Treats, and a visit with Santa. Afterward, the trolley returns, giving riders a festive tour of local Christmas lights. Space is limited, and registration is required by calling 810-987-7373, option 2.

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SC4 is bringing world-class opera to the local stage this Friday with performances by internationally recognized artists Mia Mandineau and Nathalie Doucet. Mandineau, a Detroit Opera Resident Artist and former Metropolitan Opera Competition finalist, is known for her engaging YouTube channel introducing opera in English and French. Doucet, Detroit Opera’s Head of Music, brings nearly 30 years of experience as a pianist and vocal coach. The duo will perform at SC4’s Fine Arts Theatre at noon and 7 PM. Admission is free.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron residents are reminded that the city’s winter parking rules are now in effect. Starting today cars cannot park on paved streets between 2:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. to allow for snow removal. The rules will stay in place through March 31st, of ’26. Officials say drivers will get warning notices during the first five days, but after that, parking violations will carry a $23 dollar fine. Police urge everyone to follow the rules to keep streets clear and safe.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet