St. Clair County is investing in its future workforce with a $1.7 million grant to launch a new HVAC training program at the Technical Education Center. The funding will cover renovations and equipment as leaders work to open the program to students by fall of ’27. The two-year program will serve more than 50 students each year, preparing them for in-demand skilled trades jobs. Local officials say the effort is driven by strong hiring needs across the county and will also ease waitlists in other technical programs.

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In Lapeer County, investigators say a targeted drive-by shooting has led to two arrests, while a second incident remains unsolved. Deputies responded June 26 to Angle Road after multiple shots were fired into a home from a passing Chevrolet Impala, with shell casings found at the scene. Two days later, gunfire struck another nearby home from a different vehicle, but no evidence was recovered. After interviews and search warrants, a 19-year-old woman and 21-year-old man were arrested in connection to the first shooting.

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A St. Clair County man is facing several serious charges after deputies say a domestic assault in Berlin Township escalated over multiple days. Police responded Sunday morning to a home on Holmes Road, where a 27-year-old man is accused of repeatedly attacking and strangling his girlfriend, then shooting her phone to stop her from calling for help. When troopers arrived, he allegedly tried to flee the scene on a golf cart but was quickly caught nearby and taken into custody without further incident.

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Port Huron is gearing up for a busy stretch as Blue Water Fest returns downtown July 15th through the 18th, bringing four days of activity tied to the start of the Bayview Mackinac Race. Organizers say families can expect a packed schedule, including a parade, live music, a street fair with dozens of vendors, food trucks, and a classic car show. A drone show and sailboat race kickoff are also highlights. Many events are free, with full details available online.

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A popular Clyde Township restaurant is facing major repairs after a 5 alarm weekend fire. Owners of the Dorsey House say the bar area was heavily damaged, and there is no clear timeline for reopening. Crews were called out around 2:30 Sunday afternoon and had the fire under control in just over an hour, with no injuries reported. The building was closed for scheduled renovations at the time, and only one person was inside. Fire officials are now working with insurance investigators to determine what caused the fire.

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A ship once familiar to Port Huron’s waterfront has sunk in New York Harbor. The 154-foot vessel, now called “Pilot,” went down late last Wednesday while docked. From ’02 to ’11, it served as a floating classroom in Port Huron, teaching Great Lakes students basic sailing skills. The ship later became a floating bar and restaurant. It also carried historical significance, with past service in World War II and on research trips with Jacques Cousteau. No injuries were reported, and investigators are now working to determine what caused the sinking.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet