State Rep. Joseph Pavlov recently joined local leaders and community members in welcoming Governor Gretchen Whitmer to the grand re-opening of Legacy Paper in Port Huron, a major step forward for job creation and economic growth in St. Clair County.

The event marked the restart of the former Domtar paper mill, now operating under Legacy Paper. The reopening is part of a broader effort to strengthen economic development in the region and bring new opportunities to local families.

“This is a big win for Port Huron and all of St. Clair County,” said Pavlov (R-Smiths Creek). “We’re seeing a long-standing facility come back to life, creating good-paying jobs and giving our local economy a real boost.”

The project represents an investment of approximately $24.5 million and is expected to create more than 80 good-paying jobs for Port Huron, further reinforcing the area’s manufacturing base.