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The Legacy Paper Group Announces Restart of Paper Machine #8 in Port Huron, Michigan

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The Legacy Paper Group Announces Restart of Paper Machine #8 in Port Huron, Michigan

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30,000 Tons of Specialty Paper Capacity Returns Online to Meet Growing Demand for Sustainable Food Packaging Read Article

Legacy Paper Group Restarts

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Legacy Paper Group Restarts

The Legacy Paper Group is reopening Paper Machine #8 at its Port Huron plant, restoring 30,000 tons of specialty paper production annually after a four-year pause. This move responds to growing local and regional demand for lightweight, eco-friendly food packaging materials used by restaurants and medical suppliers. The plant, with roots dating back to 1888, will create new jobs and boost Port…Read Article

Port Huron Museums Executive Director to Step Down

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Port Huron Museums Executive Director to Step Down

Veronica Campbell, executive director of Port Huron Museums since ’18, will resign this July. She led major renovations of local landmarks like Fort Gratiot Hospital and the Pilot House, adding digital exhibits and improving visitor experiences. Campbell also secured a trolley to connect museum sites. She is leaving to become executive director of the USS Silversides Submarine Museum in Muskegon.Read Article

Dr. Asif Ilyas Named to Orthopedic Surgery Research All Stars Top 3% Nationwide by Avant-Garde Health

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dr. Asif Ilyas, a distinguished surgeon with Rothman Orthopaedics in Philadelphia, has been named to the 2025 Orthopedic Surgery Research All Stars, placing him among the top 3% of orthopedic surgeons nationwide, according to Avant-Garde Health. This honor recognizes Dr. Ilyas for his outstanding contributions to orthopedic surgery research, as evidenced by the high quality and quantity of his published work. The Avant-Garde H…Port Huron · Port Huron See the Story

Bridge Expansion Brings Changes for Drivers

On Monday, Port Huron drivers will noticed big changes near the Blue Water Bridge due to its plaza expansion. The Michigan Department of Transportation has restricted the Pine Grove ramp to cars only and, by June 15th, shifting eastbound I-94 to three lanes, reserving the left for passenger vehicles. This project rebuilds roads, adds noise walls, and aims to improve safety while creating local…Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

For incarcerated parents, video visits can’t replace hugging

By Alissa Johnson and Phil Mayor This op-ed originally appeared in The Metro Times on 06/05/2025In 2017, St. Clair County Jail completely banned people from visiting their incarcerated loved ones, forcing families to pay steep fees for low-quality phone and video calls. Children and parents of individuals detained in the jail sued the County and Securus Technologies — the contractor providing call and video visitation technology — alleging that …Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

Twin Pines Dairy: A Look at the Knowlton Collection

By Laura Fitzgerald Mickey and Agnes Knowlton made an enormous impact in the Port Huron area through dairy delivery and their ice businesses- industries gone by. Lucky for our community, they preserved artifacts from that point in history— honoring the everyday people and stories that shaped our community. “The Knowlton Collection captures a time when ice was carved from our rivers and milk was delivered to your doorstep. At the Community Found…Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

Conant Family Sues Over Death

Joshua Conant’s family is suing Roche Bar, its staff, and Port Huron Police after his death outside the bar last November. The lawsuit claims bouncers used deadly force and Officer Chelsea Koehn failed to act properly. Conant died from restraint-related cardiac arrest. The bar has since closed. The family is seeking over $75,000, alleging negligence, civil rights violations, and improper CPR.Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

City Feud Goes Public

In Port Huron, Mayor Anita Ashford canceled a special meeting set for Monday to evaluate City Manager James Freed, deepening their ongoing dispute. That same day, Ashford tried to move Freed away from the council table, but the city attorney said he has the right to sit and speak there. Freed responded that he’ll stay in his usual seat unless formally removed. Their feud has shifted from behind…Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

Grants Boost Police Academies and More

The Community Foundation of St. Clair County has awarded over $135,000 since ’20 to boost local public safety. Recent grants support Citizens Police Academies in St. Clair and Port Huron, helping residents and youth learn about police work and build trust. Port Huron’s youth programs received $7,200 for uniforms and supplies, while St. Clair’s academy got $15,000 to enhance training demos.Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

City Manager and Mayor Clash

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.Port Huron · Port Huron Read Article

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