A Richmond school board member is facing criticism for serving overseas. Raymond Stier, a longtime Air National Guard veteran who manages military funerals across Michigan and Ohio, deployed late last year after planning around a family event. During a March meeting, some board members said his absence hurt the district and suggested he should have stepped down. His wife, Amy Stier, pushed back, saying voters knew about his military service and that he stays involved remotely when possible. She says the board is split over his status.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron is gearing up for one of its biggest summer traditions. The Port Huron Rotary Club just confirmed the Rotary International Day Parade will roll through downtown on July 15 at 6:30 p.m. This year’s theme, “Happy Birthday U.S.A.,” honors the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with plenty of red, white, and blue on display. The parade begins at Huron and Glenwood and ends at Court Street, with registration open now at paradeday.net. McLaren Port Huron is back as presenting sponsor.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a wave of new scams hitting the area. Some people have gotten postcards promising “unclaimed rewards” of over $100 — but it’s a trick to steal credit card or banking info. Teens are also being targeted with fake, AI‑generated nude photos and threats for payment, sometimes in Bitcoin. And with tax season here, scammers posing as the IRS are pressuring people to pay through calls or texts. Deputies urge everyone to verify the source, and report any suspicious messages.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet