WGRT Local News

10/10/2025

St. Clair County commissioners issued a formal reprimand Oct. 2nd to Health Advisory Board member Kevin Watkins for using the words “assassins” and “assassinate” during a September meeting. The 4-2 vote followed complaints from fellow board members who called his language threatening. Commissioners said the letter, sent Oct. 3rd, was meant to hold Watkins accountable while emphasizing public transparency. Watkins defended his remarks as figurative, citing “character assassination,” and said the controversy highlights the need for more diverse voices in county leadership.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

St. Clair County commissioners issued a formal reprimand Oct. 2nd to Health Advisory Board member Kevin Watkins for using the words “assassins” and “assassinate” during a September meeting. The 4-2 vote followed complaints from fellow board members who called his language threatening. Commis...

10/10/2025

The Blue Water Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is calling on residents to help bring major events home through its new Thumbcoast Beacon program. Locals are encouraged to suggest conferences, meetings, or tournaments that could be held in the Port Huron region. The bureau will handle the planning details. Officials say hosting events here keeps money local, with each overnight visitor spending about $165 a night. Residents who help attract events will be honored with free stays, recognition, and special perks.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Blue Water Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is calling on residents to help bring major events home through its new Thumbcoast Beacon program. Locals are encouraged to suggest conferences, meetings, or tournaments that could be held in the Port Huron region. The bureau will handle the plannin...

10/10/2025

Olivia Parr of Brown City has been named the annual Carol Crake Scholarship winner by the Sanilac County Community Foundation. Parr, daughter of Melinda and Scott Parr, excelled in volleyball, basketball, softball, and the National Honor Society during high school, while also volunteering extensively. She is now attending Mid Michigan College, pursuing a Liberal Studies degree and continuing her softball career. The scholarship supports seniors from Brown City, Imlay City, or North Branch who are pursuing college goals and maintain a GPA of 2.2 or higher.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Olivia Parr of Brown City has been named the annual Carol Crake Scholarship winner by the Sanilac County Community Foundation. Parr, daughter of Melinda and Scott Parr, excelled in volleyball, basketball, softball, and the National Honor Society during high school, while also volunteering extensivel...

10/10/2025

Port Huron residents are invited to the annual Faith & Blue BBQ Tailgate at Port Huron High School October 24th. It’s hosted by Operation Transformation with the Port Huron Police, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police, U.S. Customs, and the local school district. The two-hour event offers free BBQ, police and trooper vehicle displays, gaming trailers, co****le, and yard games. Families can meet neighbors, local schools, faith groups, and law enforcement in a fun, hometown-focused evening. Everyone is welcome.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron residents are invited to the annual Faith & Blue BBQ Tailgate at Port Huron High School October 24th. It’s hosted by Operation Transformation with the Port Huron Police, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police, U.S. Customs, and the local school district. The two-hour...

10/09/2025

St. Clair County Community College is looking to expand its downtown Port Huron footprint with a plan to buy both Sperry’s Moviehouse and CityFlatsHotel. The college’s board will vote today on whether to approve the $5.45 million deal, which includes nearby vacant lots. College officials say the hotel could serve as additional student housing, while future plans for the theater remain unclear. The move follows SC4’s recent partnership with CityFlats to house 27 students this fall. The board meets at the SC4 Welcome Center.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

St. Clair County Community College is looking to expand its downtown Port Huron footprint with a plan to buy both Sperry’s Moviehouse and CityFlatsHotel. The college’s board will vote today on whether to approve the $5.45 million deal, which includes nearby vacant lots. College officials say the...

10/09/2025

A deadly crash in Watertown Township Monday afternoon killed one and injured three others. The accident happened around 4:20 at East Frenchline and South Banner Roads when a Sandusky woman in a Nissan Pathfinder tried to pass a pickup hauling a grain trailer. The Pathfinder hit the trailer, then collided with an oncoming Chevy Silverado. The Silverado driver, 62, died at the scene. Two passengers and the Pathfinder driver were taken to McKenzie Health System with injuries. Local and state police are investigating.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A deadly crash in Watertown Township Monday afternoon killed one and injured three others. The accident happened around 4:20 at East Frenchline and South Banner Roads when a Sandusky woman in a Nissan Pathfinder tried to pass a pickup hauling a grain trailer. The Pathfinder hit the trailer, then col...

10/09/2025

YNCU is bringing back its Thanksgiving Food Drive for the third year, now bigger than ever through a new partnership with Comtech Fire Credit Union. Sixteen collection events will run across Ontario in the week before Thanksgiving, supporting local food banks and charities. Branches will team up with grocery stores to gather essential groceries for families struggling with food insecurity. YNCU says the campaign aims to make sure more people in communities across the province can enjoy a holiday meal.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

YNCU is bringing back its Thanksgiving Food Drive for the third year, now bigger than ever through a new partnership with Comtech Fire Credit Union. Sixteen collection events will run across Ontario in the week before Thanksgiving, supporting local food banks and charities. Branches will team up wit...

10/09/2025

A Warren man faces serious charges after his 63-year-old roommate was shot and killed last Thursday. Twenty-year-old Kayvon Briscoe-Hall was arraigned Monday in 37th District Court on second-degree murder and felony-firearm charges. Warren police say the victim was found inside the home, unresponsive, and later died at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Briscoe-Hall remains in Macomb County Jail with no bond, awaiting further hearings later this month.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Warren man faces serious charges after his 63-year-old roommate was shot and killed last Thursday. Twenty-year-old Kayvon Briscoe-Hall was arraigned Monday in 37th District Court on second-degree murder and felony-firearm charges. Warren police say the victim was found inside the home, unresponsiv...

10/08/2025

FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT THURSDAY...Blue Water Area

Temperatures as low as 33 Bring in those plants! 🪴

10/08/2025

Lexington welcomed Fred Golda as its new fire chief on last Friday. Golda, a retired Sterling Heights firefighter, spent nearly 20 years in service and earned multiple awards before retiring in ’08. He takes over after former Chief Keefe Radtke resigned in September amid disputes with village leadership. Assistant Chief James Johnson had led the department in the interim. Village officials say Golda will help strengthen teamwork and guide the fire department forward. Congrats to him.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Lexington welcomed Fred Golda as its new fire chief on last Friday. Golda, a retired Sterling Heights firefighter, spent nearly 20 years in service and earned multiple awards before retiring in ’08. He takes over after former Chief Keefe Radtke resigned in September amid disputes with village lead...

10/08/2025

St. Clair County authorities are warning residents about a rising scam targeting families of recently arrested individuals. Scammers pose as law enforcement, claiming a loved one can be released on tether if immediate payment is made through apps like PayPal, Zelle, or ApplePay. Sheriff’s officials stress that no local agency will ever request money this way. Families who get suspicious calls should contact the Sheriff’s Office directly to verify before sending any funds. This alert comes after several reports in recent days across St. Clair County.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

St. Clair County authorities are warning residents about a rising scam targeting families of recently arrested individuals. Scammers pose as law enforcement, claiming a loved one can be released on tether if immediate payment is made through apps like PayPal, Zelle, or ApplePay. Sheriff’s official...

10/08/2025

Port Huron’s A Beautiful Me and its retail arm, The Closet, opened a new 4,500 sq. ft. location at 220 Huron Avenue. The combined office and store space supports the nonprofit’s mission of boosting confidence, leadership, and self-esteem in girls across Southeast Michigan. You’re invited this afternoon at 3:45 for a gathering and a 4 o’clock ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Blue Water Chamber of Commerce. Local sponsors helped outfit the space with a kitchenette, plumbing, new appliances, WiFi upgrades, and more, making the move possible.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron’s A Beautiful Me and its retail arm, The Closet, opened a new 4,500 sq. ft. location at 220 Huron Avenue. The combined office and store space supports the nonprofit’s mission of boosting confidence, leadership, and self-esteem in girls across Southeast Michigan. You’re invited this ...