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City financing to boost fix for sewage plant’s odor concerns
PORT HURON — As the city looks to borrow millions to help finance long-term improvements to its sewage disposal system, one big cost on tap will be a permanent fix for concerns about the foul smell sometimes emanating from the wastewater treatment plant downtown. Port Huron City Council members OK’d issuing up to...
Brian Kerrigan appointed as Port Huron's new police chief
Port Huron Police Department Assistant Chief Brian Kerrigan will be the department's 33rd police chief. City Manager James Freed announced his choice to have Kerrigan replace retiring Police Chief Joe Platzer during a news conference Thursday. ...
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These news headlines brought to you by these fine sponsors:. The Washington Township Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Aug. 27. The hearing, which will be at the township hall at 2020 Hyde Rd., Carsonville, is regarding the request to develop a gravel pit in the Southeast corner of Ruth Road and Applegate Road.
Same book, different content: Inside the race for Port Huron mayor
PORT HURON — Through a certain lens, Mayor Pauline Repp and Councilwoman Anita Ashford have a few things in common. Both have a long resume in city service. Each has been involved in different leadership capacities in state-level local government associations. They’re both turning 74 later this year. And in local elections, they...
Fire Station No. 1 Welcomes Public for Grand Opening
Port Huron’s Fire Station No. 1 reaches the finish line with a grand opening celebration. Hear about how the location was chosen and get an inside look at the long-anticipated building. [Sponsored by Blue Water Developmental Housing]
Roger Diez: Austin Dillon put a target on his back
NASCAR specified an option tire for Sunday’s Cook Out 400 at Richmond. It was the first time for the rule since a test run at the All-Star race in May. The red-lettered tire was demonstrably faster as Daniel Suarez drove through the field early on to take the lead.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association Of St. Clair County Gears Up For 5K Run & Walk
The Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair County is set to host its annual 5K Run & Walk on Sept. 21, at Kiefer Park in Port Huron. This event, a staple in the community’s efforts to raise awareness and funds, kicks off with registration at 8 a.m. The run begins at 9 a.m., followed by the walk at 9:15 a.m. Registration fees range from $20 to $35, with special rates available for children and early registrants. Participants can choose to forgo a t-shirt for a reduced fee.
Don’t participate in the Port Huron Float Down, U.S. Coast Guard says
PORT HURON, MI – Floats of all shapes and sizes will make their way down the St. Clair River this weekend – even if that goes against the recommendations of the U.S. Coast Guard. The 2024 Port Huron Float Down, where thousands gather to celebrate the end of...
Port Huron Float Down returns Sunday
The annual Port Huron Float Down returns to the St. Clair River on Aug. 18. Thousands of people are anticipated to float down the river on inner tubes and other floatation devices for about 8 miles from Lighthouse Beach in Port Huron to Chrysler Beach in Marysville. The non-sanctioned event has taken place on the third Sunday in August annually since 2009.
Unrivaled Michigan Vacation Rental is in a Former US Border Checkpoint
There may not be a vacation rental like this anywhere in America - a Michigan rental is a renovated former border crossing station. The rental, christened as The Oasis Blue Water, is in Marine City along the St Clair River south of Port Huron. The facility is perhaps more incredible...
ADT Claims Sixth-Straight Gold Bid at NCA Camp
PORT HURON, Mich. – The Alma College dance team wrapped up their 2024 NDA College Camp Thursday, August 8th, in Port Huron, Michigan. The camp began on August 6th as Team 9 looked to build on the success of the record-breaking season this prior April. The Scots came away from camp as the Best All Around team, Most Collegiate, Most Spirited, DIII/DII Team Dance winners, Overall Game Day Run Off winners and for the sixth straight year, a Gold Bid to the 2025 NDA College Nationals competition as a team. At NDA camps, only one team is awarded a Gold…
Brian Kerrigan New Police Chief of Port Huron
City Manager James Freed announces that Brian Kerrigan will be the new Police Chief for the Port Huron Police, succeeding the retiring Chief, Joe Platzer. Kerrigan brings with him 24 years of law enforcement experience to lead the department. [Sponsored by Blue Water Area Transit]
Steve Orchard – Fan Club 8.15.24
Steve Orchard from Sandusky is our latest member of the WBTI Fan Club – congratulations, Steve! As our newest club member, Steve will get the official gear hook-up, courtesy of Timmy D at Lakeshore Graphics in Lexington! If you want to be featured online with a special photo you like, and pick up your own cool swag, just CLICK HERE for your chance to win!
Denny Hamlin Was Not Happy With NASCAR's Sunday Night Celebration
Denny Hamlin is one of many who called out fellow NASCAR driver Austin Dillon for his actions at Richmond Sunday night. As he closed out the final lap of the Cook Out 400, Dillon intentionally wrecked Hamlin and Joey Logano to secure victory and essentially wrap up a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series ...
Charming Or Challenging? $300K Castle In Port Huron Might Be Your Next Big Project
A castle for sale in Michigan seems to have "good bones", but that's not all it's got... I'll be honest, when I first saw a picture of the Port Huron, Mich., home scrolling through Facebook, I thought, "Wow, it's gorgeous! $300K seems like such a good deal. Someone could turn this into a really wonderful home - or bed and breakfast!"
'The risks are real': Coast Guard urges people not to participate in Sunday's Float Down
Large crowds are expected to descend on the St. Clair River Sunday for the Port Huron Float Down, despite warnings from officials in both the U.S. and Canada. The unsanctioned event, held every year, will see thousands of people float down the St. Clair River on various floatation devices, starting at Lighthouse...
NASCAR Driver Austin Dillon Injured While Celebrating Sunday's Win
Austin Dillon aggravated a pre-existing injury while celebrating Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series win at Richmond. Dillon came into the race with an injured oblique/rib and aggravated it when crew member Paul Swan smacked Dillon while celebrating. Dillon was grimacing a bit when he was in Victory ...
NASCAR strips Austin Dillon’s playoff eligibility for Richmond win
Austin Dillon will keep his victory from Sunday night’s Cup race at Richmond Raceway, but it will not count toward playoff eligibility for the driver and car owner, NASCAR stated Wednesday afternoon. The move leaves Dillon and the No. 3 team outside a playoff spot with three races left...
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