Port Huron Mayor Anita Ashford is urging a full rewrite of the city’s charter, calling it outdated and unbalanced. She argues it gives the unelected city manager too much power, leaving elected council members with limited authority. Ashford says a revised charter could improve how city leaders work together and solve internal conflicts. Under Michigan law, the process can begin with a petition from five percent of local voters or a two-thirds city council vote. If approved, a charter commission is formed, and final changes must go to the governor, then back to voters.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Live theater lights up downtown St. Clair as 9 to 5: The Musical takes over the Boardwalk Stage from June 28th through August 3rd. Presented by ThumbCoast Theaters, this lively, feel-good show follows three women tackling workplace injustice with sass, heart, and Dolly Parton’s unforgettable hits. The Boardwalk Theater offers a scenic waterfront backdrop and limited seating, making it a hot ticket this summer. Locals are encouraged to grab their seats early for a night of laughs, music, and empowerment right in the heart of town.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Veronica Campbell, executive director of Port Huron Museums since ’18, will resign this July. She led major renovations of local landmarks like Fort Gratiot Hospital and the Pilot House, adding digital exhibits and improving visitor experiences. Campbell also secured a trolley to connect museum sites. She is leaving to become executive director of the USS Silversides Submarine Museum in Muskegon. The Port Huron Museums board will soon name an interim director and start searching for a permanent replacement to oversee multiple historic sites in the city.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet