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Port Huron is gearing up for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run 5K on Friday, September 12th, benefiting Special Olympics Michigan. The run starts at 11 a.m. at the Port Huron Municipal Office Center, with registration at 10:30. Entry is $30 for a T-shirt or $10 for a bandana, and all funds support local Special Olympics athletes. Police and community members will join to raise awareness, celebrate achievements, and carry the Flame of Hope through the streets of Port Huron. Donations and sponsorships are also welcome.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County deputies are asking for help after a hit-and-run in Melvin left a local woman injured. The 30-year-old was struck Thursday night on Melvin Road south of town and left in a ditch. She managed to walk home before being taken to McKenzie Memorial Hospital and later transferred to Hurley Medical Center in Flint. Authorities are searching for a GMC Sierra or Chevrolet Silverado with damage on the front right and passenger side, missing its side mirror. Anyone with information or video is urged to call Central Dispatch.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Marysville officials say the city’s Water Filtration Plant needs a new seawall to keep drinking water safe and reliable. The current wall, likely built in the 70s or 80s, is crumbling along about 500 feet of shoreline, causing cracks in the plant’s foundation and walls. Only seven feet separate the building from the river, making protection urgent. The city is seeking $750,000 in state funding but may cover costs locally if grants fall through. Final funding decisions are expected in the coming months.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron kicked off Major League Fishing’s Team Series on Sunday with the B&W Trailer Hitches Challenge Cup. The six-day event runs through Friday on the St. Clair River and Lake Huron, featuring 12 two-man teams competing for $560,000 in prizes. Hosted by Discover the Blue, the tournament will showcase the Blue Water Area’s world-class smallmouth fishing to a national audience. Fans can watch live on MLFNOW!, with TV coverage airing next year. This marks the first Team Series stop of the year and a big boost for local tourism.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Sanilac is stepping back in time September 19–20 with the Sanilac Museum’s Flannel Festival. Families can explore 18th- and 19th-century pioneer life, including fur-trade camps and logging demonstrations. Visitors will see blacksmithing, chainsaw milling, period crafts, and flintlock musket shows. Live music, history lectures, yard games, and a farmers market add to the fun. Evening events include an open mic, main concert, and a cash bar featuring local Flannel Mouth Hard Cider. Admission is free with flannel; donations support local history.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Marine City Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its 9th Annual Golf Par-Tee on Friday, September 19th. This popular fundraiser helps local businesses thrive while giving the community a chance to connect. Businesses can get involved through sponsorships starting at $100, which include logo placement on hole signs, the Chamber website, and social media. Raffle donations are also welcome, offering another way to showcase your business. Golfers can still register to play at visitmarinecity.com/golfouting.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet