School Closings January 23rd, 2025

Due to poor road conditions and snow, the following will be closed on January 23rd.

St. Clair County;

  • Algonac Community Schools
  • Blue Water Choices
  • **Life Skills Centers
  • Cardinal Mooney Catholic High
  • **Archdiocese of Detroit
  • Community Enterprises of St. Clair
  • East China School District 
  • East Shore-Leadership Acdmy
  • Holy Cross Catholic
  • **Archdiocese of Detroit
  • Landmark Acdmy
  • **St. Clair County RESA
  • Lapeer Life Skills
  • Life Skills Bright Futures
  • Life Skills Opportunities
  • Marysville Public Schools
  • Memphis Community Schools
  • New Life Christian Acdmy
  • St. Clair TEC
  • **St. Clair County RESA
  • St. Edward on the Lake Elem
  • **Archdiocese of Detroit
  • St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Acdmy
  • Woodland Develop Center
  • Yale School District
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Man Injured in SUV Rollover Incident

A 23-year-old man from Lexington suffered minor injuries after his SUV rolled over Friday night in Worth Township. Around 9 p.m., emergency crews responded to South Lakeshore Road near Galbraith Line Road. Authorities say the man was trying to pass another vehicle when he hit a snow and ice patch, lost control, and rolled into a field. EMS treated him at the scene before he was taken to Lake Huron Medical Center. Drugs and alcohol are not believed to have played a role in the crash.

Reporting for WGRT – JP b Zet

Lexington Bach Festival Grant

The Lexington Arts Council has received a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support the annual Lexington Bach Festival. As the only recipient in Michigan’s Thumb region, the Council will use the funds to celebrate the festival’s 25th anniversary with three concerts from September 10th–14th, alongside informal recitals at local churches and schools. NEA Chair Maria Rosario Jackson praised the Council’s creative efforts, while Council President Liz Jackson highlighted the importance of community support to match the grant.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Marvelous Museums Fundraiser

Join the Port Huron Museums for their “Marvelous Museums” fundraiser on Saturday, March 1st, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the St. Clair Inn. Tickets are $65, with table deals available. Enjoy a cash bar, buffet brunch, musical entertainment, raffles, and a short program. RSVP by February 19th. For tickets or tables, visit phmuseum.org or call Port Huron Museums. No physical tickets will be issued; check-in at the door with your reservation name. Proceeds support local cultural experiences.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Wage & Benefit Survey

The Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County (EDA) invites local businesses to participate in the annual Wage & Benefit Survey. The online survey, closing on Friday, will provide valuable insights for attracting and retaining talent. Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the survey’s results. The survey includes questions on compensation, benefits, and hiring forecasts. The EDA emphasizes the importance of this data in staying competitive in today’s tight labor market.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

New MRI Unit at McKenzie Health

McKenzie Health System has upgraded its Diagnostic Imaging Department with the new GE 1.5T VOYAGER MRI unit. This advanced scanner offers more comfort and space, ideal for patients who may feel anxious in traditional MRI machines. The wide bore design provides clearer images for accurate diagnoses. Director Jay Smith highlights this as a milestone, emphasizing patient comfort and convenience. This addition enhances McKenzie Health System’s range of diagnostic services, reaffirming their commitment to top-notch, compassionate care close to home.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet