Lexington village leaders moved quickly to calm tensions after Fire Chief Keefe Radtke resigned. In a September 17th post, the Village said it asked for his resignation to avoid a public termination hearing and give him privacy, while thanking him for his service. Radtke’s own online statement accused the Village of ignoring urgent fire department needs, bypassing policies and failing to defend staff against false claims. Officials have not addressed those charges but named Assistant Chief James Johnson as interim chief.

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A Michigan State University study shows most substance use treatment in St. Clair County is concentrated in a five-block area of Port Huron, leaving rural residents at higher risk of overdose. Researchers found county residents outside the city are 4.5 times more likely to die from overdoses than those in Port Huron. Limited outpatient and residential programs, along with transportation challenges, make access difficult for those without cars. Experts say expanding services and targeting specific groups, like single parents and postpartum women, could improve care.

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St. Clair’s Rotary Club marked the International Day of Peace on Sept. 21st by unveiling a Peace Pole at Rotary Centennial Park. Mayor Bill Cedar Jr. joined local Rotarians for the ceremony, highlighting their dedication to peace at home and abroad. The pole bears “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in English, German, French, and Ojibwa, linking St. Clair to more than 200,000 similar monuments worldwide. Rotary leaders say the pole invites residents to reflect on peace and unity in their daily lives.

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A miniature steel-and-wood version of the historic 1869 steam barge City of Port Huron will soon sail onto the Blue Water River Walk as the next public art piece. Local artist Scott Campbell created the 16-foot-long model to honor the city’s shipbuilding past and the barges that carried lumber across the Great Lakes. Campbell says the project celebrates the city’s early industry. His design was chosen from five finalists, whose 3D models are on display at the Community Foundation downtown through October 3rd

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Discovery City Children’s Museum is hosting a family-friendly “Day of Play” on Saturday, with Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums. Admission is just $5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the St. Clair County Library bookmobile will be on-site for kids to explore new stories. The event encourages families to learn through play, with hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Space is limited, and registration is required at discoverycityph.com. The museum is located at 317 Grand River Ave. in downtown Port Huron.

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