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In Worth Township, leaders are looking for a new trustee after board member Steve Kovac was appointed as township clerk during Wednesday night’s meeting. The move filled an urgent need for handling elections and overdue bills. Supervisor Walt Badgerow swore Kovac into office, and under Michigan law, he’ll serve until November’s election unless he runs to keep the seat. The board now has 45 days to replace him as trustee. Officials also said they’ve submitted their financial compliance plan to the state treasury. The next board meeting is April 15th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Fort Gratiot Township leaders have decided to hold off on a $1 million contribution toward fixing the Black River Canal after strong pushback from residents. The canal, linking Lake Huron and the Black River, has been closed since early ’24 due to ice damage. Port Huron is leading the $5.6 million project, but Fort Gratiot officials say they’ll wait for construction bids later this month before committing any funds. Many residents argue township tax dollars shouldn’t go toward a waterway they rarely use.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

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