In Sarnia-Lambton, a new grassroots project is asking residents to share why they vote—or why they don’t. The group behind it, Healthy Democracy Sarnia-Lambton, has launched a short online survey to help uncover what truly shapes voter turnout. Anyone 18 or older living in the area can take part, and you don’t have to be eligible to vote to share your views. The responses will stay anonymous and help guide future community programs to make local democracy more inclusive.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Tuscola County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting in Watertown Township. It happened late Thursday morning at a home on Willits Road, where a 65-year-old man was found dead. Another man, age 62, who deputies say knew the victim, was arrested at the scene and taken to the county jail. Sheriff investigators say there’s no danger to the public, but the case remains active. Agencies from Lapeer County and Michigan State Police assisted. Anyone with information should contact Detective Sergeant Nitz with the Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In Port Huron, recall efforts are targeting Council Members Sherry Archibald and Teri Lamb after their votes changed how the public can speak at city meetings. The petitions cleared a clarity hearing on March 6, meaning signature drives can begin. The changes separate local and non-local speakers and set sign-up rules for public comment. Archibald and Lamb both say they won’t appeal the decision— Organizers have until July 31 to gather 2,427 valid signatures to make the November ballot.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet