On Friday, July 18th, Port Sanilac’s Sanilac County Museum will host a special virtual talk called “The Last Meal on the Titanic.” Culinary historian Samuel Wai will share stories about the Titanic’s famous first-class dining, including its menu, wine pairings, and the social customs of the era. This one-hour presentation, part of the “Fridays at 5” lecture series, will take place at the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum at 228 S Ridge St. Tickets are $10, or $5 for Society members.

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On Saturday, a two-vehicle crash occurred at Peck and Babcock Roads in Lexington Township. A 76-year-old man from Kimball Township driving a Chevy Tahoe failed to stop at the intersection and hit a Ford Explorer driven by a 44-year-old Howell man. The Tahoe ended up in a ditch on Babcock Road, and the Explorer landed in a ditch on Peck Road. The Tahoe driver was unharmed, but the Explorer driver and three passengers were taken to Port Huron McLaren for treatment. No alcohol or drugs were involved.

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The Kimball Little League softball team made history by winning their first-ever Michigan District 7 championship in June, beating Emmett 4-1.Community members celebrated the victory alongside players and coaches, proud of how far the program has come. Coached by Marty Cook, the team has grown from just a few girls playing with boys to a full, competitive squad now headed to the state tournament starting today in Schoolcraft. Kimball faces Hudsonville in their opening game, aiming to make a lasting impression.

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A Lexington man was seriously shaken but survived after hitting a deer on his motorcycle Friday evening in Lexington Township. The man was riding south on South Lakeshore Road near Wiltsie Road when a deer suddenly crossed in front of him. He crashed, was thrown about 15 feet into a nearby ditch, and his motorcycle slid 150 feet before stopping. Emergency crews from Croswell treated him on the scene, then took him to McLaren Port Huron Hospital for further care. Neither speed nor alcohol played a role.

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The Michigan Department of Transportation is set to start a $3.2 million resurfacing project on M-29, also known locally as 23 Mile Road, Green Street, and Main Street, stretching from Baker Road to the St. Clair County line. This work will improve roads in New Baltimore and Chesterfield Township with new pavement, upgraded sidewalks, better traffic signals, and fresh road markings. A virtual meeting tonight from 6 to 7 will provide details and answer questions for residents and business owners.

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Downtown Port Huron is buzzing this week as the Blue Water Festival returns today thru Saturday, marking the 101st Port Huron-to-Mackinac Island Sailboat Race. What started as a sailor send-off has grown into a four-day community celebration with live music, street food, and family activities. Free shuttle service and golf cart rides make it easy to get around the festival area. The event kicks off this evening with the colorful Rotary International Day Parade, bringing locals together to enjoy art, creativity, and summer fun.

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