Port Sanilac’s historic lighthouse will open for limited public tours every Friday from July 4th through August 29th. For $10, guests can climb the tower, enjoy lake views, and explore the nearby Loop-Harrison Mansion. Proceeds support the Port Sanilac Lighthouse Conservancy and the Sanilac County Historical Society. Built in 1886, the lighthouse normally stays closed, making these summer tours a rare local treat. The lighthouse and museum give visitors a full dose of Sanilac’s maritime and pioneer history.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A Tuscola County man is behind bars after a Michigan State Police investigation led to 30 felony charges tied to child exploitation. Authorities say 24-year-old James Arthur Goudie was arrested Thursday after investigators seized digital evidence showing he was sharing abusive material online. Charges include aggravated possession and distribution of child sexually abusive content, along with using a computer to commit the crimes. Goudie was arraigned with bond set at $200,000. He’s due back in court tomorrow for a preliminary hearing.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Holland Beach in St. Clair County was closed to swimmers after routine weekly water tests revealed E. coli levels above the state’s safety limit of 300 per 100 milliliters. Health officials said recent rain likely caused runoff that washed animal waste into the lake, triggering the spike in bacteria. They warned that contact with the contaminated water could have led to stomach problems, skin infections, or more serious health issues. The beach remained off-limits as a precaution and is now open to swimmers. 

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet