A Port Huron murder case is now moving toward trial, with two defendants set to face a jury this spring. Attorneys confirmed that 23-year-old Dazman Drake and 37-year-old Sayon Florence will go to trial on April 21st in the death of Vincent Buckles at his Vanness Street home. Both are also scheduled for a plea hearing on April 13th. Court filings show each defendant is pointing blame at the other, while prosecutors say Drake pulled the trigger. Both are charged with open murder, which carries a possible life sentence.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron is moving ahead with a new affordable housing project after receiving a $1.26 million state grant. The funding will help build 12 duplex-style condos for low- to moderate-income families near 25th and 26th Streets and Nern and Cleveland. City Manager James Freed says the grant, combined with $650,000 in city ARPA funds, will support first-time homebuyers. Each 1,300-square-foot unit will have three bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and energy-efficient features. Construction will begin once approvals and financing are complete.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sarnia’s own Jamie Kohlmeier made a mark on the national trivia stage, appearing on the November 21st episode of Jeopardy!. Kohlmeier works as a beer specialist and brought local pride to the long-running quiz show.

Facing a tough game against nine-day champion Harrison Whitaker, Kohlmeier answered six questions correctly, buzzing in first on eight clues, and wrapped up Final Jeopardy with a $2 finish after a bold wager. While Whitaker claimed a clear win, Kohlmeier’s appearance highlighted Sarnia on one of North America’s biggest trivia platforms.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet