As Port Huron students get ready to head back to class, barber Tre White is stepping up to help. On August 30th, White will offer free haircuts for boys of all school ages at Knox Field. A ’14 Port Huron High graduate, White wants to ease the back-to-school expenses for families by giving local kids fresh cuts. No appointments are needed, and walk-ins are welcome. If bad weather hits, the event will be rescheduled before school starts.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron Town Hall will kick off its annual Speaker Series on September 8th at McMorran Place Theatre. Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski will open the lineup, sharing her Olympic journey and life as a mother in conversation with a Detroit TV personality. The series continues with author Ben Nemtin on October 13th, former CIA agent Jonna Mendez on November 10th, and broadcaster-musician Devin Scillian on December 8th. Season tickets are available through the McMorran Place Box Office.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On August 1st, the St. Clair County Drug Task Force carried out a search in Riley Township on Braidwood Road. They arrested 46-year-old Joel Smith, who was caught with nearly half a pound of methamphetamine, an AR-15 rifle, ammunition, cash, and drug scales. Smith and others tried to destroy evidence during the raid. Smith was already out on bond for drug charges and now faces multiple felony counts, including drug possession with intent to sell and firearm offenses. His bond was set at $150,000.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Thursday morning in Cass City, Medilodge triggered a response from police and nearby agencies after a 911 call reported an active shooter. The call came around 9:15 a.m., but it was soon clarified that the facility was conducting a planned active shooter drill. During the drill, Medilodge went into lockdown, but someone unaware of the exercise mistakenly called 911. Cass City Police officers still responded to gather details and confirmed there was no real threat. Officials reassured residents that this was a safety practice, not an emergency.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet