Saturday evening near Pine Grove Park and Prospect Street in Port Huron, police responded to a shooting involving two people in separate cars. One person fired multiple shots at the other’s vehicle, but no one was hurt. The victim drove away safely. Police say this was a personal dispute with no danger to the public. The Port Huron Major Crimes Unit is investigating, and the suspect remains free. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the police or submit an anonymous tip.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In Port Huron, local baseball legend Jim Gosger nearly saw his namesake horse win big at Saturday’s Preakness Stakes. The horse surprised many by running a close second in the nine-horse race despite 15-1 odds. Gosger led much of the race but was overtaken at the last second by the favorite, Journalism. Jim watched from home with family, proud yet heartbroken.  Port Huron fans are eager to see what’s next for their hometown hero—on the track and off.

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On Sunday afternoon in Elk Township, a 68-year-old woman from Croswell was injured while driving east on Peck Road near School Road. She swerved suddenly to avoid hitting a deer that ran into the roadway. This caused her Ford Explorer to cross the centerline and leave the road, ending up in a drainage ditch on the north side. Emergency crews quickly responded and transported her to McKenzie Hospital for treatment. Officials confirmed that neither alcohol nor speeding played a role in the crash. Local deputies and Sal’s Towing also assisted at the scene.

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The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is hosting a local food drive at the Port Huron Art & Music Festival, “Art on the River,” from June 6 to the 8th. Residents are encouraged to donate everyday essentials like cereal, peanut butter, canned tuna, fruits, vegetables, and soup. Donations will stay within St. Clair County to help local families. The Food Bank supports the community with 314 partner agencies and offers mobile pantries, SNAP benefit assistance, and programs focused on feeding children in need.

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The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is holding an in-person meeting on Thursday at Kimball Township Hall to hear public concerns about Smiths Creek Landfill. The landfill faces multiple violations for poor gas control and odors that have upset nearby residents. Officials are proposing a $145,000 fine and new methane monitoring systems. The county supports the plan, but state approval depends on public feedback. Residents unable to attend can comment online or by email. A virtual meeting will follow on May 29th.

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Last Friday, north of Grand Marais on Lake Superior, the U.S. Coast Guard and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore rangers rescued four people from a fishing boat taking on water. Using a Coast Guard 45-foot response boat, the park service’s Arrowhead vessel, and a Coast Guard helicopter from Traverse City, crews safely moved the passengers to other boats. They then towed the damaged fishing vessel back to port. The joint effort prevented any injuries and saved the boat.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet