Port Huron Civic Theatre Black Tie Gala

Port Huron Civic Theatre is hosting its third annual Black Tie Gala on February 21st from 6 to 10 p.m. at Solitude Links Golf Course & Banquet Center. The masquerade-themed event features a cocktail hour, dinner, live music, dancing, and raffles. Tickets are $100, supporting the theater’s goal to rent its own space. Executive Director Amy Fabick highlights the theater’s 60-year history without a permanent location. Tickets are available until February 7th and are expected to sell out.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Mackinac Bridge Grating Auction

The Mackinac Bridge Authority is auctioning sections of the historic bridge’s steel grating. These pieces, each about 2 tons, are being sold on GovDeals.com until January 21st. The grating, used for over 60 years, shows corrosion and wear. Proceeds from the auction will support bridge maintenance. The auction has attracted bids so far ranging from $500 to $1,225. Known as the “Mighty Mac,” the Mackinac Bridge spans over 26 thousand feet and saw over 4.29 million vehicles cross last year.

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POHO Hot Rod Fest

The Blue Water Convention Center in Port Huron will host the first-ever POHO Hot Rod Fest from January 17-19, showcasing 47 classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles from southeast Michigan. Organized by The Joshua Garage and Cruising Port Huron 70s, 80s, and 90s, the event will raise funds for local causes, including CPR training, winter clothing for families, and support for domestic violence victims. Admission is $20 for adults, with kids 12 and under free. The family-friendly festival will feature vendors and entertainment.

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Crop and Pest Management Update

Farmers and crop professionals attended the Crop and Pest Management Update hosted by Michigan State University Extension last Friday at the Franklin Inn in Bad Axe. The event, which ran from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., had a $40 registration fee that included lunch and a ’25 Weed Guide, courtesy of Michigan Corn, Soybean, and Wheat groups. Experts covered topics like weather impacts on weeds, crop diseases, soil fertility, and more. Attendees earned 4 RUP and 5 CCA credits.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Stronger Tobacco Control Requested

As the ’25 legislative session begins, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network urges Michigan legislators to improve cancer care access and increase funding for tobacco control. The network requests an additional $5 million dollars for tobacco prevention, addressing nearly 32% of cancer deaths linked to smoking. They also advocate for copay accumulator legislation to help patients afford treatments. With over 64,000 new cancer diagnoses last year, lawmakers can reduce future cases by investing in these programs. These efforts could help prevent more Michiganders from hearing the dreaded cancer diagnosis.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet