Two ice fishermen were rescued from Saginaw Bay near Sebewaing Township on Monday after falling into waist-deep water. A third fisherman called for help around noon when he noticed the pair struggling to climb back onto the ice. Fire and Police deemed the ice too dangerous for a direct rescue, so the Huron County Sheriff’s airboat was deployed. Within 50 minutes, the men were safely aboard the airboat and transported to shore for medical treatment. Authorities warn all fishermen to stay off the ice.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing $2.1 million to upgrade the Allen Road bridge over I-69 in Kimball Township. Starting Monday, crews will replace the deck, repair beams, and update the structure with a new concrete coating. The project, expected to finish by July, will create 20 jobs. During construction, Allen Road will be closed at I-69, with detours via Lapeer, Range, and Griswold Roads. There will also be intermittent lane closures on I-69, including weekend closures to ensure safety for both workers and drivers.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Mackinac Bridge drivers should prepare for lane closures as a major repaving project resumes this spring. Starting March 24th, southbound lanes will be closed for repairs, with traffic shifted to the northbound side. The project, which includes joint replacements and limited repaving, aims to finish before Memorial Day to minimize disruption. Wide-load vehicles face restrictions and must arrange crossings in advance. The bridge authority urges drivers to plan for delays or choose off-peak times to avoid traffic jams during the ongoing work.

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In Yale, Kymberly Williams, 34, faces serious charges after reportedly swiping $47,000 from her job at Center Line Gage, a machine shop. She allegedly wrote fake checks to herself while working as the office manager, a scheme that went on for six months until the company caught on in January and called the Yale Police. Now, Williams is charged with embezzlement, forgery, and three counts of uttering and publishing, facing up to 14 years in prison if convicted. Her next court date set for April 7th.

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Addisyn, a senior at Port Huron Northern High School, has been selected to represent Michigan at the Congress of Future Medical Leaders. Excelling in academics with a 4.0 GPA, she also participates in SC4’s Middle College program, TEC’s Health Exploration, and multiple school clubs—all while working part-time. The Congress offers hands-on experiences, including live surgery observation and mentorship from top medical professionals. A GoFundMe has been launched to help cover her expenses for the June event in Boston. Donations beyond the goal will support her future education.

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Lambton County Library is offering free Purple Cherokee tomato seeds to locals through its One Seed Lambton program, available at library branches while supplies last. This heirloom tomato is known for its delicious taste and high yield, perfect for gardeners of all levels. Residents can pick up their free seeds and also attend gardening workshops hosted by the library. The library also runs a Seed Library with over 60 vegetable and flower varieties for borrowing.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet