Local News

A bald eagle named Lincoln is recovering from a broken wing thanks to a team effort in Sanilac County. Several drivers stopped on Ruth Road near French Line Road on October 24th, to protect the eagle after it was hit by a vehicle. Trooper Hailey Tuohey of the Michigan State Police drove Lincoln to Back 2, the Wild Rehabilitation Center staff, after Sanilac County Animal Control arranged his care. The rescue comes as Michigan’s eagles thrive, with about 900 breeding pairs compared to 83 in 1980.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A 36-year-old Lapeer County man, who was being taken to the hospital by ambulance, died after that ambulance was struck and rolled over in Sterling Heights. Police say the ambulance was heading south on Van Dyke Avenue with its emergency lights on around 6:30 when an eastbound SUV on Metro Parkway hit its right side. The paramedic riding in back suffered moderate injuries, and the SUV driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators do not believe impairment played a role.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Workers near Groesbeck Highway and 11 Mile Road in Warren witnessed a startling lunchtime scene last Monday, when an apparent police chase ended with a car flipping into a pond near their workplace. The crash happened around noon in Macomb County. One witness reported the car flipped and landed in the water, and aerial video showed it resting at the pond’s edge as officers surrounded the scene. Police have not said what sparked the chase, and it remains unclear whether anyone was hurt.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Applegate’s village clerk is back on the job, but her case is not closed. Village President Aidan Dove suspended Stephanie Helmold a week ago, alleging neglect of duty over village hall access, fire department records and documents given to the disincorporation commission. A tense Sunday meeting stalled when officials learned the stand-in clerk taking minutes was never sworn in. Dove reinstated Helmold by email Monday evening, but the Personnel Committee or an attorney may still review the matter. The Village Council meets again Monday at the village hall.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A group of 20 young dancers from Limelight Elite Dance in Port Huron is counting on local support to reach Nationals in Orlando, Florida, next March. The studio is hosting a bowling fundraiser on Saturday, November 14th, at Port Huron Lanes. Organizers are seeking $100 lane sponsors, who will receive personalized signage at their lane and be recognized during the event. Raffle donations, such as concert tickets, gift certificates, and promotional items, are also welcome, and every donor will be thanked at the fundraiser.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sarnia’s new mayor says her win belongs to the residents who shared their hopes and concerns during the campaign. Carrie McEachran won after running on the message Keep What Works, Build What’s Next, with 5 priorities: economic development and jobs, housing, accountable leadership, quality of life and community pride, and preparing Sarnia for the future. McEachran says residents asked for responsible decisions, stronger economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods and a City Hall that listens, and she plans to work with Council, City staff, businesses and residents to move the city forward.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet