Healing Hearts Home in Port Huron teamed up with Millstone Ministry to host a human trafficking awareness seminar on Saturday in Marysville. The event educated attendees about child sex trafficking, how traffickers exploited the internet, and shared survivor experiences. Dr. Christina Gallina-Flood, Healing Hearts Home’s director, emphasized that trafficking had occurred locally, including in St. Clair County. Her organization provided counseling for survivors through its S.H.O.U.T. program. The seminar aimed to raise awareness and inspire action against trafficking.

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The ARC of St. Clair County will host its 3rd Annual Show the Love Dinner and Dance on Thursday, February 20th, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Alexander’s Banquet Center in Marysville. The evening features a DJ, photo booth, silent auction, and a booze pull, with all proceeds supporting local programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. Tickets are on sale now, and guests can purchase individual seats or reserve a table. Residents are encouraged to attend and bring friends to support this community event.

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Thumbcoast residents can enjoy free access to national parks today, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at sites nationwide, including Michigan’s parks, trails, and lakeshores. This winter season is a perfect time to explore snowy landscapes and frozen vistas at destinations like Sleeping Bear Dunes or Pictured Rocks. MLK Day is one of several annual fee-free days aimed at encouraging outdoor exploration and honoring the federal holiday’s spirit of community and service.

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Lambton County Library is gearing up for its second annual Family Literacy Day Festival on Saturday, January 25th at the Sarnia Library and Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. Families can enjoy two live performances by Toronto’s Dan the Music Man, along with face painting, retro gaming, and crafting activities. Local community groups will also host a Literacy Fair with helpful resources. All activities are free, and registration isn’t required. The event celebrates the fun and importance of learning together as a family.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet