Port Huron’s A Beautiful Me and its retail arm, The Closet, opened a new 4,500 sq. ft. location at 220 Huron Avenue. The combined office and store space supports the nonprofit’s mission of boosting confidence, leadership, and self-esteem in girls across Southeast Michigan. You’re invited this afternoon at 3:45 for a gathering and a 4 o’clock ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Blue Water Chamber of Commerce. Local sponsors helped outfit the space with a kitchenette, plumbing, new appliances, WiFi upgrades, and more, making the move possible.

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Bluewater Health has added advanced technology to improve breast cancer care for local patients. The hospital now offers Savi Scout ,which helps surgeons locate hard-to-find tumors with precision, while CADstream software enhances MRI analysis for more accurate diagnoses. These upgrades support better surgical results, faster recovery, and coordinated care from screening through treatment. The hospital emphasizes that early detection remains vital, with free mammograms available for ages 40–74 through the Ontario Breast Screening Program.

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Port Huron’s Treasure Chest resale shop is spreading holiday cheer this season with its first family adoption program. Owners Samantha and Francis Baptiste plan to provide Christmas gifts and a full holiday dinner to three local families. The effort, inspired by Samantha’s own experience in foster care, aims to fully support families who may not qualify for larger programs. Applications are open now at the store, with winners selected after the shop’s Halloween Fun Day on Oct. 25th.

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Port Huron residents are invited to a public meeting on October 29th at the DoubleTree Hotel, 800 Harker St., from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) will discuss local PFAS contamination, which comes from human-made chemicals used in manufacturing, firefighting, and everyday products. Officials from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will cover potential health impacts, while the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will share investigation results and next steps. Attendees can ask questions after the presentations.

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Port Huron residents can now get seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the St. Clair County Health Department while supplies last. Flu shots are available for everyone from 6 months to seniors 65 and older, with options tailored by age. The latest COVID vaccine, Novavax, is offered to adults 65+ and anyone 12–64 with certain health risks. Walk-in Wednesdays run through November 19th, no appointment needed. Most insurance is accepted, and costs for uninsured adults vary. More info is at scchealth.co

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