Port Huron’s A Beautiful Me organization is making a big step forward next year. For over a decade, they’ve dreamed of offering a scholarship to a teen who completes their four-part workshop series, and now the Board has approved the first application for a ’26 graduate. Meanwhile, mark your calendars for Friday, February 27th, at McMorran Theatre for a special night celebrating teen girls’ self-worth and confidence. Tickets go on sale January 9 at ABeautifulMe.com, with Lawrence Jewelers sponsoring.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Imlay City is set for a major boost in affordable housing thanks to federal funding awarded through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Townsend Manor II, an apartment complex, will receive more than $444,000 in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to rehabilitate 48 units for residents earning below 60% of the area median income. Most of these units will also get rental assistance through a federal program, helping families keep housing costs affordable. The upgrades will improve living conditions and accessibility, while creating 22 temporary construction jobs.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Port Huron woman, Paige Armstrong, was sentenced to at least 130 days in jail after resisting an officer during an October home dispute. Armstrong pleaded guilty to attempted assault, saying she didn’t know about a warrant and only “pushed” the officer. Her roommate, Julia Piper, allegedly released their dogs, which attacked the officer. One dog was shot and later euthanized. Piper has pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and obstructing police and will be sentenced in February.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet