McKenzie Health System is expanding access to care in Sandusky by extending hours at its After-Hours Clinic and adding Family Nurse Practitioner Trisha Ameel to the team. Starting June 30, the clinic on Delaware Street will open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. Ameel, a lifelong Sanilac County resident, brings nearly 20 years of nursing experience and joins current provider Abigail Knox in delivering urgent care services close to home.

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Port Huron Museums will host its signature summer fundraiser, “Sails at Sunrise,” aboard the historic Huron Lightship on July 12th. Set against the backdrop of the Bayview to Mackinac Boat Race, guests will enjoy front-row views as sailboats head north from the mouth of the St. Clair River. The morning includes a catered breakfast buffet, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and live music — all served dockside on the deck of a National Historic Landmark. With only 35 tickets available, the event offers an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience.

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Port Sanilac welcomes world-class guitarist Mert Sela for a candlelight concert Friday, July 11th, from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum. Sela, a St. Clair resident, blends Turkish classical and flamenco styles in a powerful, emotional performance. For just $10, guests can enjoy this magical evening surrounded by historic buildings lit by candlelight. Proceeds support the museum’s mission to preserve local history and bring cultural experiences to the Thumb. This intimate event promises music, meaning, and a touch of summer magic.

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Port Sanilac’s historic lighthouse will open for limited public tours every Friday from July 4th through August 29th. For $10, guests can climb the tower, enjoy lake views, and explore the nearby Loop-Harrison Mansion. Proceeds support the Port Sanilac Lighthouse Conservancy and the Sanilac County Historical Society. Built in 1886, the lighthouse normally stays closed, making these summer tours a rare local treat. The lighthouse and museum give visitors a full dose of Sanilac’s maritime and pioneer history.

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After nearly two years of waiting, McKenzie Health System in Sandusky received federal approval to move forward with building a brand-new hospital. The USDA’s loan clears the way for the next steps, including bond approvals and final planning. Groundbreaking is expected late this year, with construction wrapping up by the end of next year. The new site will feature a wide M-46 entrance, access from Gates Road, expanded parking, and room for future growth.

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A Tuscola County man is behind bars after a Michigan State Police investigation led to 30 felony charges tied to child exploitation. Authorities say 24-year-old James Arthur Goudie was arrested Thursday after investigators seized digital evidence showing he was sharing abusive material online. Charges include aggravated possession and distribution of child sexually abusive content, along with using a computer to commit the crimes. Goudie was arraigned with bond set at $200,000. He’s due back in court tomorrow for a preliminary hearing.

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