After being ejected from the November 26 council meeting for a heated outburst, Councilor Bill Dennis plans to apologize. During the virtual meeting, Dennis made personal attacks against Mayor Mike Bradley and fellow members, leading to his expulsion. The incident highlights ongoing friction within the council. Dennis expressed regret for his behavior and aims to move forward. The Ontario government is introducing legislation to address such conduct. Dennis has previously violated the Council’s Code of Conduct and faces a workplace harassment complaint.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

ITC Michigan is spreading holiday cheer across the Lower Peninsula by decorating its nearly 150-foot-tall transmission towers with dazzling LED displays. Featuring up to 250 feet of lights, a 1,600-LED star, and a “Happy Holidays” sign made of 13,000 LEDs, the festive decorations are lighting up communities like Marysville and St. Clair every evening through January 5th. Designed by Michigan Graphics and Signs and installed by Utility Lines Construction Services, the displays have become a cherished holiday tradition, uniting neighborhoods.

Reporting from WGRT – JP bZet

This New Year’s Eve, the Blue Water Area Transportation Commission is providing free, door-to-door rides to keep the community safe. Starting at 6:30 p.m. on December 31st, and running until 2:30 a.m. January 1st, the service will cover Port Huron, Marysville, Fort Gratiot, Port Huron Township, and Burtchville. Residents are encouraged to book rides in advance by calling the Blue Water Area Transit Dispatch Center at 810-987-7373, option 2. It’s a great way to celebrate safely and responsibly

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Port Huron’s former Central Fire Station, built in 1960, will be demolished after the City Council approved a $258,300 contract with Oak-Wood Building Company. The building, vacant since August, was too damaged to renovate due to foundation issues and lack of proper facilities for female firefighters. City officials stressed it was falling apart and needed to be torn down. Demolition is set to finish by May of next year, and the city is already exploring future uses for the property along the Black River.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Michigan Climate Action Network will honor six leaders for their climate and civic engagement efforts today. The virtual event celebrates those making a difference, including Odalis Perales and Em Perry from Michigan United for challenging corporate influence in politics, and Megan Owens for expanding public transit. Andrea Pierce, founder of the Anishinaabek Caucus, and Janet Zahn of the Grand Rapids Climate Coalition are also recognized for their advocacy. Jack MacQuaig, coordinator of MSU’s Sunrise Movement, will receive the youth award for his climate justice work.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A tragic incident occurred in Goodland Township last Wednesday, when a 30-year-old woman drowned while attempting to save her dog from an icy pond. Authorities responded to the home on Armstrong Road around 5:30 p.m. and found the pond frozen with a small area of open water. The woman’s dog was spotted floating in the water, already presumed dead. Firefighters retrieved the woman’s body after she reportedly ventured onto the thin ice to rescue her pet. She was taken to McLaren Lapeer Hospital but was pronounced dead.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet