A Port Huron man, Eric Chippewa, was arrested for allegedly threatening a semi-truck driver outside Walmart in Fort Gratiot. Chippewa, 37, demanded $20 from the driver in late April. When the driver refused, Chippewa reportedly threatened to shoot unless the money was given. The driver called 911, and Chippewa was quickly arrested. Although no gun was found, Chippewa faces an armed robbery charge, which carries a penalty of up to life in prison. His bond is set at $50,000, with a court hearing scheduled for Tuesday.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Lake St. Clair, right here in St. Clair County, is a fishing paradise, ranked third best in the U.S. by Fishing Booker. Locals and visitors love casting lines for smallmouth bass, muskellunge, and walleye, especially from boats or kayaks. Even from shore, there’s plenty of action. The season kicks off in spring and runs through fall, with ice fishing drawing crowds in winter. A Michigan or Ontario fishing license is all you need to join the fishing fun.

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Sanilac County officially welcomed Vince Micallef as Parks Director at Tuesday’s board meeting, though he’s been on the job since April 21. Local resident Jeff Ryan was introduced as the new head of Sanilac Transportation. Commissioners also approved $15,114 in SAVE funds for Project Connect, a free resource event on September 25. Hosted by Sanilac Mental Health, it will offer health checks, haircuts, and local support services for county residents.

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State Representative Jaime Greene introduced House Bill 4433 to protect local volunteer and on-call emergency responders. The bill stops employers from punishing workers, like New Haven Firefighter Kevyn Swandon, who respond to emergencies before work. It ensures workplace safety and offers legal protection if the rule is broken. The proposal, now in the House Committee on Economic Competitiveness, supports heroes in Lapeer, St. Clair, and Macomb counties.

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The Sanilac County Historical Society is bringing a touch of timeless elegance to Port Sanilac with its upcoming Spring Tea, set for Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 12 p.m. The event will take place at the beautifully preserved Loop Mansion, a centerpiece of the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum. Guests will enjoy an upscale afternoon tea service featuring a classic menu that includes fresh-baked scones with Devonshire cream, tea sandwiches, warm canapés, and a trio of homemade desserts.

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