Local News

A Lexington man was seriously shaken but survived after hitting a deer on his motorcycle Friday evening in Lexington Township. The man was riding south on South Lakeshore Road near Wiltsie Road when a deer suddenly crossed in front of him. He crashed, was thrown about 15 feet into a nearby ditch, and his motorcycle slid 150 feet before stopping. Emergency crews from Croswell treated him on the scene, then took him to McLaren Port Huron Hospital for further care. Neither speed nor alcohol played a role.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Michigan Department of Transportation is set to start a $3.2 million resurfacing project on M-29, also known locally as 23 Mile Road, Green Street, and Main Street, stretching from Baker Road to the St. Clair County line. This work will improve roads in New Baltimore and Chesterfield Township with new pavement, upgraded sidewalks, better traffic signals, and fresh road markings. A virtual meeting tonight from 6 to 7 will provide details and answer questions for residents and business owners.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron Museums is boosting tourism with a brand-new trolley, thanks to funding from the Community Foundation of St. Clair County. This bigger, climate-controlled trolley from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, seats 36 people—more than double the old 16-seat model—and offers ADA accessibility. The trolley will debut at Port Huron’s Rotary Parade on Wednesday, kicking off Boat Week. It will also be available for rentals and private tours, promising a more comfortable ride for visitors exploring the area. The Community Foundation’s support has helped local groups upgrade community services across St. Clair County.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Croswell-Lexington teachers recently protested outside the high school, seeking fair pay after the district gave a 3% raise to many staff but not teachers. Their contracts expired the day before without a new agreement. While administrators and other staff received raises, teachers got only a one-time bonus if they were at the top pay level. Organizers warn this could lead to more teachers leaving the district. The school board will meet again on July 14th to discuss the issue.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On the morning of Wednesday July 2nd, a false active shooter alert triggered at the Lapeer County Courthouse due to a technical glitch in a new emergency system being installed. Local police and emergency teams responded immediately but quickly confirmed no threat was present. Sheriff Scott McKenna thanked all responders for their quick action and assured residents the incident was only a system error, with no danger to the public. The courthouse and the system’s vendor are investigating the cause to prevent future issues.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Last month a barn fire destroyed more than 100 pigs and $200,000 in equipment on Alan Thueme’s farm near St. Clair. Firefighters from multiple nearby towns stopped the blaze from spreading, but the loss was heavy. The barn, originally built in the 1920s and part of a family farm since 1946, held decades of local farming history. Neighbors and fellow farmers quickly stepped up, raising over $18,500 through a GoFundMe and helping clear debris. Despite the damage, Thueme’s key breeding hogs survived, and the farm will keep running.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet