Local News

United Way of St. Clair County is preparing for a major change in Port Huron, selling its longtime Military Street building and moving this summer to a smaller shared space on Lapeer Road in Port Huron Township. Leaders say the move will cut costs and improve access, with bus service and closer ties to partner agencies. At the same time, the group is shifting focus to emergency help, providing direct support for residents facing shutoffs, housing issues, and disasters as more local families struggle to make ends meet.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Residents in Sarnia-Lambton are being urged to step up and help neighbors battling cancer get to treatment. The Canadian Cancer Society says its Wheels of Hope program needs more local volunteer drivers right now. Many patients struggle to make appointments due to health, cost, or lack of transportation. Volunteers can choose flexible schedules, committing just a few weekdays each month, and mileage is reimbursed. Anyone interested can sign up online at volunteercancer.ca or email volunteer@cancer.ca to get involved.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A teenage boy from Yale is recovering after being hit by a car Tuesday evening in Sanilac County’s Fremont Township. Deputies say the 16-year-old was running along East Galbraith Line Road near Brown Road just before 5 p.m. when he moved into traffic and into the path of an oncoming car. A Chevy Cruze struck him as he entered the westbound lane. He was taken to McLaren Port Huron for treatment. Investigators say drugs and alcohol were not factors, and the driver, a 21-year-old Lexington woman, was not injured.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Earth Day celebrations are taking shape in St. Clair County with Earth Fair at Goodells County Park. Organizers say the event features live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, local artisans, and hands-on activities designed to inspire environmental awareness. The fair runs today from 9 to 4 and tomorrow from 10 to 4, with fully accessible facilities for all visitors. Families can expect a fun, educational experience focused on protecting the planet. More details are available at earthdayfair.com and on social media.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron residents are keeping their streets just the way they are. City officials say plans to convert parts of Union and Court streets from one-way to two-way traffic are now off the table. The proposal covered the stretch between 7th and 19th streets and aimed to slow traffic and make the area more walkable. Even though a traffic study showed no major concerns, strong pushback from nearby homeowners and community members ultimately led the city to scrap the plan.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron police are inviting families to Pine Grove Park Saturday for a sensory-friendly event centered on autism and special needs awareness. It starts at 11 a.m., where officers, firefighters, EMS crews and tow truck drivers will give visitors a chance to meet first responders and explore emergency vehicles without loud lights or sirens. The event is designed to reduce fear and help responders better understand individual needs during emergencies. Attendees can also register for the Home Alert Program, which helps dispatchers notify officers when someone at a home may need specialized care.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet