St. Clair County Community College is expanding its presence in downtown Port Huron after trustees approved the purchase of the City Flats Hotel and the historic Sperry’s building. The move aims to boost student housing, dining, and activity options while creating space for future degree programs. SC4 also plans to develop a hospitality program tied to hotel and event management. The college says both properties will stay open for community events and current tenants. The deal, expected to close this fall, continues SC4’s growth during a year of rising enrollment.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron Township woman is facing multiple felony drug charges after a raid by the St. Clair County Drug Task Force. Officers searched a home on Range Road last Wednesday and found meth, fentanyl, and drug materials. Thirty-five-year-old Alicia Clor was arrested at the scene. She was arraigned two days later in 72nd District Court, where bond was set on charges including intent to deliver meth and fentanyl, and maintaining a drug house. Border Patrol K9 assisted in the bust.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Local drivers frustrated by backups near the Blue Water Bridge can breathe a little easier. State officials say recent slowdowns weren’t tied to Michigan construction but to short-term customs issues in Canada that have now been fixed. The new eastbound I-94/I-69 ramp to Pine Grove Avenue is open, and crews are finishing noise wall work along Scott Avenue by mid-November. The $36 million bridge plaza expansion continues to support hundreds of local jobs, though some drivers still take city routes to avoid delays.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Marijuana businesses are suing Michigan over a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana set to start Jan. 1st. The Michigan Cannabis Industry Association says lawmakers didn’t have enough votes to pass the tax under state law and want a judge to block it. The tax, part of Gov. Whitmer’s $2 billion road repair plan, could raise $420 million for local roads but may force dispensaries to cut jobs. State leaders insist the tax is legal, while industry reps warn it could hurt an already struggling market.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet