The Lambton Kent District and St. Clair Catholic School Boards are revamping kindergarten registration in Sarnia-Lambton and Chatham-Kent. The LKDSB minimizes paperwork, urging online pre-registration to free up time for classroom exploration and meeting staff. They host events on January 30 and 31. Meanwhile, SCCDSB’s KinderSTARt events are currently running through January 23rd and offer similar familiarization opportunities. Both boards are committed to easing the transition for young students, helping families feel more comfortable with this new chapter in their lives.

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The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is warning local residents about recent break-ins at the Storage of America facility on Range Road in Kimball Township. Over the past six months, both the Sheriff’s Office and Port Huron Police have been investigating thefts. Some customers may not realize their units were targeted, so authorities urge everyone to check their belongings. If you think you’ve been affected and haven’t reported it, you’re requested to call St. Clair County Central Dispatch.

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The St. Clair County Health Department is urging residents to take steps to prevent the spread of seasonal illnesses as cases of flu, RSV, COVID-19, and norovirus rise locally. Officials recommend staying home when sick, practicing good hygiene like washing hands and covering coughs, and keeping shared surfaces clean. Residents are also advised to stay hydrated, eat well, rest, and improve indoor airflow. The health department emphasizes talking to healthcare providers about vaccines to protect against these illnesses.

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The U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide the future of TikTok, with a potential ban looming just days away. President Biden signed a law forcing the app’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell to a U.S. company by Friday. The U.S. government argues TikTok poses a national security risk, claiming the app shares user data with China and may influence public opinion. TikTok denies these allegations, calling the ban a violation of free speech.

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St. Clair County’s Board of Commissioners held a workshop on Thursday to address conflicts with the Economic Development Alliance (EDA). The meeting highlighted residents’ split opinions on the importance of the nonprofit. Some residents, mostly from smaller townships, criticized the EDA for a lack of transparency and unwanted projects. Others supported the EDA for its role in attracting jobs and investment. The county commission had paused funding for the EDA, sparking debate on its future. A second workshop is set for tomorrow.

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McKenzie Health System, in partnership with Farm Bureau Health Services, is hosting two “Medicare Made Easy” workshops on February 6 at Sandusky Presbyterian Church. These free events will help individuals navigate Medicare complexities. Presenters Alecia Parks and Cindy Leen will cover Medicare basics, costs, and benefits. Each workshop, limited to 20 registrants, will run from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Interested individuals can register by calling or visiting McKenzie Health’s website. Early registration is recommended.

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