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A police chase through Sanilac County ended in a rollover crash Monday night. Deputies say they tried stopping a Ford Ranger around 8 p.m. near Cass and Main in Minden City, but the driver took off. The chase lasted about sixteen minutes through several townships before the truck lost control and flipped into a ditch in Austin Township. Fire crews freed the 48-year-old Minden Township man, who had minor injuries. After treatment at Deckerville Hospital, he was jailed on fleeing charges and several active warrants.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Border officers in Southern Ontario have made 211 impaired-driving arrests at local border crossings since January of last year. The Canada Border Services Agency says its officers remain on alert to stop drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs before they reach Canadian roads. Recent arrests at the Blue Water Bridge in Point Edward and the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor involved drivers from Michigan and Ohio. Both were turned over to police. Officials remind travelers that impaired driving is a serious crime in Canada.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Nearly 25 years after first stepping onto the St. Clair County Community College court as a recruit, Detroit native Dion Cox is back — this time as head coach of the Skippers women’s basketball team. Cox, now 44, replaces Mike Groulx, who recently stepped down. A former SC4 player and long-time assistant coach, Cox later led high-school programs across St. Clair County, including Algonac. SC4 officials say his passion and experience make him the right leader to guide the Skippers.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Hockey fans in Port Huron will get a treat next month when Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs alumni hit the ice for a good cause. The “Hockey For The House” charity game happens April 12th at 2 p.m. inside McMorran Arena on McMorran Boulevard. Proceeds will support Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit. Fans can join in fun games like “chuck-a-puck,” get player autographs, or upgrade to a noon VIP meet-and-greet. Tickets start at about forty-one dollars, with sponsorship and suite details available.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In Port Huron, the local nonprofit A Beautiful Me is rolling out its first-ever Alumni Scholarship for high school seniors who once joined its confidence-building programs. Girls from St. Clair, Macomb, Oakland, and nearby counties can now apply for a $1,000 award honoring leadership and community service. Applicants must submit two reference letters and an essay by April 30th at ABeautifulMe.com. The scholarship marks a big milestone for A Beautiful Me, which has spent years helping local girls grow into confident young women.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Renters in Port Huron are paying a bit more than last year, but prices are starting to soften. New data from Zumper shows the typical apartment listed for $1,250 in February — that’s up 11% from last year’s $1,129. Still, it’s down 4% from January’s median. One-bedroom apartments dropped to about $1,040 after a sharp jump from last year’s $800. Two-bedrooms averaged $1,082, slightly below January’s $1,100. Overall, Port Huron rents remain about 9% cheaper than Michigan’s median and a full third below the national average.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet