In St. Clair, the Women’s League, founded 51 years ago, continues to support local charities and community projects. Led by President Cindi Trombly-Martin, the League raises $30,000 to $40,000 annually through events like home tours and benefit dinners. Their efforts fund scholarships, support veterans, and aid various local organizations. This year’s dinner is set for November 7th at the River Crab Restaurant, expected to attract 250 attendees with exciting raffles, including a $2,000 gift card to Mackinaw Island Grand Hotel.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

This week, the St. Clair County Road Commission will begin several important road projects, weather permitting. In Casco Township, expect lane closures on County Line Road for shoulder work. Wadhams Road in China Township will be closed for reconstruction. Clay Township’s Bluebill Road Bridge will be limited to one lane until October 4 due to repairs. Columbus Township closed Gratiot Road Monday for three weeks for bridge replacement. In Port Huron Township, Water Street will see lane restrictions for concrete repairs. Drivers should plan for delays in these areas.

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A 19-year-old man from Imlay City drowned while swimming in a pond at Hewitt’s Pit in the Port Huron State Game Area on Saturday evening. Around 6 p.m., police received calls about a drowning incident. The young man and his friends were crossing the pond when he started struggling and went under. Despite their attempts to help and calling 911, he could not be saved. The St. Clair County Dive Team later found him. Local fire departments and emergency services also assisted in the recovery effort.

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Lambton County is set to extend its freeze on new grants for community groups into next year due to budget challenges. This freeze, which began in ’21, will remain in place if a recent county council motion is approved next month. Local organizations, such as hospitals and Lambton College, previously had the chance to apply for county funding and present their cases before the budget discussions. However, with a projected $550,000 deficit and growing debt, the county is focused on cost containment. Despite this, Lambton will continue funding existing grants in ’25.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet