The 30th annual Dream Home Lottery is nearing its final deadline of Wednesday, offering a chance to win a $1.5 million custom-built home or $1 million in cash, while supporting cancer care at Bluewater Health and the Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital. Proceeds benefit the redevelopment of Bluewater Health’s cancer clinic and the CEEH emergency department, ensuring better care for local patients. This year’s lottery offers daily cash prizes, trips to destinations like Cancun and Fiji, and a growing 50/50 jackpot. Tickets are available online and by phone.

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McLaren Port Huron Hospital has been reverified as a Level III Trauma Center, a designation they’ve maintained since ’16. The American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma confirmed this status after a thorough evaluation. McLaren Port Huron’s ER provides 24/7 care with immediate response capability. Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Brooks highlighted the hospital’s commitment to St. Clair County’s well-being. The hospital also collaborates with McLaren Macomb for advanced care needs.

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The family of Vincent Buckles, 35, who was fatally shot early last Tuesday, is seeking help for funeral expenses. A GoFundMe page has raised $4,008 of the $5,500 goal. Buckles, described as a loving family man, was found with multiple gunshot wounds. The Port Huron Police Department is investigating his death as a homicide and is following multiple leads. A vehicle fire nearby is believed to be connected to the shooting. Those unable to donate are encouraged to share the GoFundMe page to support his grieving family.

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A recent fire destroyed an East China Township apartment complex, leaving residents with nothing. The Community Foundation of St. Clair County has set up the SCC Strong Fund to support them. Every dollar donated will go directly to helping these residents recover, without any fees taken by the Foundation. The fund will provide aid through all stages of disaster response, from immediate relief to long-term rebuilding, ensuring the community’s resilience. Donations will help both the affected individuals and the broader St. Clair County recovery efforts.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet