Sanilac County deputies handled two crashes just hours apart last Wednesday. Around 10:20 a.m. in Worth Township, a Lexington man and woman were hurt after their Ford Focus tried to avoid a minor crash on South Lakeshore Road and collided with a semi. Both were hospitalized in Port Huron with non-life-threatening injuries. Then around 4:40 p.m. in Buel Township, an Applegate man lost control of his pickup on icy Peck Road, rolling into a ditch. Deputies say alcohol was a factor, and charges are pending.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sanilac County’s parks are set for a major upgrade. County commissioners last week approved a five-year recreation plan that will guide improvements across all four public parks. At Forester Park, crews will upgrade all campsite hookups, add cabins, and debut a splash pad. Evergreen Park will grow with a serenity garden, Wi-Fi, more campsites, and a dog park. Lexington Park’s getting a bath house, seawall, and improved accessibility. Delaware Park plans 20 new cabins plus new trails and courts. The upgrades will be paid through grants and county funds.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet