On June 14, Petrolia’s Victoria Park comes alive with Lambton County Library’s free “Wild Wonder” Summer Reading Challenge launch party. From 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., families can dive into a wildlife-themed adventure with hands-on fun. Kids meet reptiles, marvel at birds of prey, get their faces painted, and craft cool projects. They can also sign up for the summer reading program to score prizes like LEGO sets, outdoor gear, or free books. If rain hits, the event shifts to Greenwood Arena.

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Port Huron Northern High celebrated its 60th graduation Tuesday at McMorran Arena, honoring 263 seniors in a ceremony rich with tradition and inspiration. Graduates entered with candles, the band played the senior march, and the choir sang the national anthem. Disney tech director and alum Amy Tseng shared life lessons and encouraged the class to write their own story. Families applauded as the Class of ’25 closed the night with a live performance of “Unwritten,” sending them into the future with pride and purpose.

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Port Huron’s city manager, James Freed, has publicly accused Mayor Anita Ashford of overstepping her authority and creating a hostile work environment. Freed sent a letter claiming Ashford pushed a performance review for him without council approval, violating city rules. He says her actions, including involving a city clerk improperly, have hurt staff morale. Ashford has not responded publicly. Despite the tension, Freed assures city operations continue smoothly. A special city council meeting on June 9th will discuss Freed’s evaluation, highlighting ongoing leadership conflicts at Port Huron City Hall.

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Michigan State Police in the Third District announced that K9 Thor is back home and recovering after being poisoned while on duty in Lapeer County last Saturday. Thor and his handler, Trooper Tyler Doughtery, were helping local deputies investigate a breaking and entering when Thor ate suspected poison inside a barn. He was quickly taken to an emergency vet and then to MSU’s Veterinary Medical Clinic for further care. Thor returned home safely on Monday. This marks the second time Thor has faced poisoning on the job.

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Port Huron Police arrested a 21-year-old man in connection to a recent shooting near Pine Grove Park. Shots were fired from one vehicle into another on Pine Grove Avenue during an ongoing dispute. No one was seriously hurt. The suspect, Zachary Adam Stein of Sterling Heights, was arrested with help from area police. He faces seven charges, including assault with intent to murder. Stein is being held on a $500,000 bond and was scheduled to return to St. Clair County court on Tuesday.

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A major shift in Port Huron’s mortgage scene took place in April as Texas-based Supreme Lending officially acquired MiMutual Mortgage. The move strengthens Supreme’s footprint in Michigan while giving MiMutual’s local team access to more resources and support. MiMutual CEO Bruce Carr called it “a perfect marriage,” praising Supreme’s shared values of integrity and people-first leadership. Executive VP Greg Campbell said the choice wasn’t just about growth—it was about culture and trust. With MiMutual’s deep roots in Michigan, Supreme aims to build on that legacy and bring stronger service and innovation to the local mortgage market.