A Sarnia-raised hip-hop artist and motivational speaker is joining forces with Canadian legend Maestro Fresh Wes for an exciting run on season 12 of The Amazing Race Canada. Duane “D.O.” Gibson will compete alongside the godfather of Canadian hip-hop as the popular summer series returns. The duo kicks off the adventure on Whistler Mountain July 7th on CTV, with new twists like instant Express Passes and a $250,000 grand prize on the line. Viewers can cheer on these music icons chasing victory across the country.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Discovery City in downtown Port Huron is set to close its current location on Grand River Avenue on July 9th, earlier than originally planned, as it prepares to move into a new, permanent home on Huron Avenue. Museum leaders say work is already underway to design and build out the new space, though an official reopening date has not yet been announced. Memberships and sponsorships will be extended, and anyone with scheduled programs or rentals will be contacted directly as the transition moves forward.

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St. Clair City Clerk Annette Sturdy is being recognized statewide after earning the annual City Clerk of the Year award. She’s held the role since ’14 and twice stepped in to run city operations during leadership changes, handling contracts, grant applications, and development projects. Sturdy also helped modernize city websites and launched a public text alert system. Known for community involvement, she leads local programs and events, including the Fourth of July fireworks. The award was presented June 18th at a statewide clerks conference.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet