George James

Fort Gratiot Chick-fil-A Set to Open

Chick-fil-A is set to open its first restaurant in Fort Gratiot on Thursday, marking a milestone in the chain’s Michigan expansion. Located at 4783 24th Ave., the restaurant will operate from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Owner-Operator Ryan Weston, originally from Clarkston, is excited to return to Michigan with his family. To celebrate, Ryan is honoring 100 local heroes with free Chick-fil-A meals for a year and donating $25,000 to Feeding America.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

MDOT Toll Increase Meeting

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual meeting on Nov. 12th at 5:30 p.m. to discuss upcoming toll increases for the eastbound Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. MDOT proposes either a $2 increase on Dec. 1 or a phased approach: $1.50 this December, plus $0.50 in December 2025. The bridge, connecting Port Huron to Ontario, hasn’t raised tolls since 2010, despite rising maintenance costs. MDOT urges residents, commuters, and businesses to attend and share input.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Dealership Break-in

The Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early morning break-in at Tubbs Brothers Car Dealership in Sandusky. Around 3:45 a.m. Wednesday, security footage shows four individuals stealing several license plates before attempting to drive a Dodge Hornet through the dealership’s lobby windows. Deputies responded to a 5 a.m. call to find the vehicle partly inside the showroom, heavily damaged from the attempt. The suspects reportedly fled the scene around 4:15 a.m. in a gray Dodge Durango.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron Man Dies After Being Hit by a Vehicle on Pine Grove

Howard Morse, a 57-year-old Port Huron resident, has died from injuries he sustained when a pickup truck struck him while he was crossing Pine Grove Avenue near Elmwood Street on October 18th. Following the accident, Morse was taken by Tri-Hospital EMS to McLaren Port Huron and later transferred to McLaren Macomb in critical condition. Port Huron Police confirmed that no charges have been filed as the investigation continues, with the driver cooperating fully.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County Historical Society Victorian Dinner

The Sanilac County Historical Society is reviving its Victorian Dinner tradition at the Loop-Harrison Mansion in Port Sanilac with two festive dates on December 7th and December 14th. Guests can immerse themselves in the holiday spirit starting at 5 PM with Christmas carols, champagne, and appetizers before enjoying a plated dinner at 6 PM. Attendees are encouraged to wear festive attire. With limited seating available, tickets are selling quickly at $100 each or $90 for members.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet