Roof Sit for Kids
The Community Roof Sit for Kids fundraiser is underway in downtown Port Huron through Friday, benefiting the St. Clair County Child Abuse & Neglect Council, which relies on it for up to 40% of its budget. Activities continue behind the MiMutual Mortgage building at 6th and Pine streets, which started with Sunday Funday, featuring games, bounce houses and face painting, followed by Markham’s roof ascent at 6 p.m. with Port Huron firefighters. Roof Top Rally Day, a business fundraising competition, happens tomorrow.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Sip and Stroll Wine Fundraiser Draws Crowds
Port Sanilac’s history museum turns its grounds into a world wine tour this weekend. The Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum will host its Sip and Stroll fundraiser Sunday evening, letting guests wander the grounds while sampling wines from around the globe, alongside live string quartet music and appetizers. Organizers redesigned the event this year so every ticket includes the full tasting experience upfront. Advance tickets are cheaper online, with walk-ins welcome at the door. Proceeds help preserve the museum’s history for future visitors.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Hangar Fire at Lapeer County Airport
Firefighters battled a second-alarm blaze at a Mayfield Township aircraft hangar Monday night after motorists spotted smoke and called 911. Crews arrived at the DuPont-Lapeer Airport just after 7 to find smoke pouring from the building, prompting departments from across Lapeer County to respond with mutual aid. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes, damaging aircraft and property inside, though no one was in the hangar at the time. One firefighter suffered a minor injury, but no civilians were hurt. Fire officials say the cause remains under investigation.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
Teens Bound Over In Eastpointe Wendy’s Shooting Case
Two Detroit teens accused in a nonfatal Wendy’s parking lot shooting in Eastpointe are headed to Macomb County Circuit Court. 16-year-old Rayonnate Steen Jr. and 15-year-old Isaiah Reynolds were bound over Aug. 28th after a preliminary hearing, and will be arraigned before Judge Jennifer Faunce on Monday. Steen faces assault with intent to murder and weapons charges; Reynolds faces assault with intent to murder and carrying a concealed weapon. Police say the June 10th shooting followed a verbal dispute.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet






