Huron and Tuscola counties each received $100,000 from the Michigan Department of Agriculture to improve their county fairgrounds. These grants support important safety upgrades and building renovations. Huron County will use the funds to expand housing facilities at the fairgrounds, providing more space for visitors and participants. Tuscola County plans to improve grandstand safety and accessibility, making events easier to enjoy for everyone. These projects are part of a larger statewide effort to enhance county fairgrounds across Michigan.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A 21-year-old man, Zachary Stein, appeared in Port Huron court last Wednesday after allegedly shooting at another driver near Pine Grove Park a few days earlier. Police say Stein fired multiple shots from his vehicle at a car he had an ongoing dispute with. The victim was not hit but their vehicle was damaged. Stein was arrested in Sterling Heights with help from local police. He faces serious felony charges including assault with intent to murder and carrying a concealed weapon. Stein’s bond is set at $500,000, and a court hearing is scheduled for early June.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A man was rescued from a house fire in Lexington Township last week. Sanilac County dispatchers got a call just after 1 p.m. about smoke on Roach Road, and the caller later said his home was full of smoke and he couldn’t get out because of medical issues. Police and firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and flames. After several rescue attempts, they used a chainsaw to free the man through a bedroom window. He was taken by ambulance to McLaren Port Huron for treatment. The fire’s cause is still unknown.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet