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Firefighters battled a second-alarm blaze at a Mayfield Township aircraft hangar Monday night after motorists spotted smoke and called 911. Crews arrived at the DuPont-Lapeer Airport just after 7 to find smoke pouring from the building, prompting departments from across Lapeer County to respond with mutual aid. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes, damaging aircraft and property inside, though no one was in the hangar at the time. One firefighter suffered a minor injury, but no civilians were hurt. Fire officials say the cause remains under investigation.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Monarch butterflies are gathering along Lake St. Clair shorelines as their fall migration south gets underway, continuing through November. Michigan-born monarchs are flying up to 3,000 miles to central Mexico and southern Florida, using the shoreline to navigate and avoid getting lost over open water. Closer to Port Huron, Lake St. Clair Metropark near Lake St. Clair has become a known stopover, where monarchs cluster in trees to roost overnight for warmth and safety. Wildlife officials say late summer and early fall gardens with blooming flowers are also drawing butterflies.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Two Detroit teens accused in a nonfatal Wendy’s parking lot shooting in Eastpointe are headed to Macomb County Circuit Court. 16-year-old Rayonnate Steen Jr. and 15-year-old Isaiah Reynolds were bound over Aug. 28th after a preliminary hearing, and will be arraigned before Judge Jennifer Faunce on Monday. Steen faces assault with intent to murder and weapons charges; Reynolds faces assault with intent to murder and carrying a concealed weapon. Police say the June 10th shooting followed a verbal dispute.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Sanilac’s history museum turns its grounds into a world wine tour this weekend. The Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum will host its Sip and Stroll fundraiser Sunday evening, letting guests wander the grounds while sampling wines from around the globe, alongside live string quartet music and appetizers. Organizers redesigned the event this year so every ticket includes the full tasting experience upfront. Advance tickets are cheaper online, with walk-ins welcome at the door. Proceeds help preserve the museum’s history for future visitors.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Ghost hunters, get ready. Tickets are now on sale for a paranormal investigation at Sanilac County’s Historic Village and Museum, set for October 24th. Small groups of just 12 will explore the Loop-Harrison Mansion, built in the 1870s by Dr. Joseph Loop and long rumored to be haunted. Investigators from Detroit Paranormal Expeditions will use thermal cameras and EMF detectors during two sessions, at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets run 50 to 65 dollars and are only available on Eventbrite.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Two St. Clair County drug busts landed a pair of suspects behind bars. The Drug Task Force raided a home on Wadhams Road in Clyde Township August 31st, seizing more than 20 grams of methamphetamine and sales materials, and arrested 42-year-old Joel Hahn, now facing felony charges and a $10,000 bond. A day later, a search on Military Street in Port Huron turned up a dealer’s quantity of cocaine, landing 46-year-old Todd Crews in custody on felony charges with bond set at $25,000.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet