A 60-year-old Yale woman is recovering after a single-vehicle crash Thursday night in Marlette Township. Around 9:25 p.m., her Jeep Liberty was heading north on Gosline Road north of Montgomery Road when it left the roadway, struck several trees, and rolled into the ditch. Deputies, Marlette police, fire crews, and Aspire EMS responded quickly, pulled her from the wreckage, and rushed her to Aspire Marlette Hospital for treatment of possible injuries. Officials say alcohol was not a factor in the crash.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Columbus County Park on Bauman Road in Columbus Township is looking more natural after forestry mulching work wrapped up. All trails are now open to visitors. Crews cleared invasive shrubs and trees in the first phase of a project to restore native grasslands. The work will help create prime habitat for Monarch butterflies, grassland birds like the Grasshopper Sparrow, and many other local wildlife species. Additional invasive plant removal is set for this summer and fall, followed by native seed planting.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Drivers on M-46 can now clearly see McKenzie Health System’s new hospital rising from the ground. Construction continues to move forward after the last update in March. Crews are pushing ahead with underground electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work in areas C and D, while utilities advance into area B. Steel framing panels are going up along the north side, with work now starting on the east elevation too. Roof installation begins soon, along with backfilling and temporary power service. The new facility is expected to open next spring.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet