Small businesses and nonprofit groups in Huron, Sanilac, and Tuscola counties have until Nov. 28 to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans following the June through November drought. The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program helps businesses cover bills, payroll, and other expenses even if no physical damage occurred. Loans can reach $2 million with rates as low as 4% for businesses and 3.25% for nonprofits, with payments delayed for a year. A 60-day grace period applies after the deadline.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A deadly shooting at an Almont business last Wednesday morning left one person dead and a Columbus Township man in custody. Police say the suspect fled before being tracked down by Lapeer County deputies along I-69 near Imlay City. During the chase, deputies shot and injured the 32-year-old man, who’s now stable at a hospital. Five patrol cars were damaged and three officers suffered minor injuries. Michigan State Police are now handling both the Almont shooting and the officer-involved shooting investigations.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet