More than just a market, Trombley’s Country Market continues to serve as a community hub Read Article

Trombley's Country Market in Emmett Township.
Photo: Trombley's Country Market in Emmett Township. Courtesy.

McLaren Physicians choose to live in and serve the Port Huron community Read Article

Liz Fredendall

War Water Brewery is expanding its brand in St. Clair with the opening of a large event space Read Article

War Water Brewery in St. Clair opened a new event space with capacity for up to 500 guests in fall 2024.
Photo: War Water Brewery in St. Clair opened a new event space with capacity for up to 500 guests in fall 2024. Courtesy of War Water Brewery.

St. Clair County Quilt Trail stitching community together one block at a time Read Article

The Care Bag Movement ran by Algonac High School students.
Photo: The Care Bag Movement ran by Algonac High School students. Courtesy of St. Clair County Quilt Trail.

These Port Huron bakers provide homemade, healthy foods to the community Read Article

Cinnamon Rolls from Hancock Harvest.
Photo: Cinnamon Rolls from Hancock Harvest. Courtesy of Jessica Csiki.

Features

Feature Story Art advocate and educator Jason Stier poses with Wally the Walleye, a public art piece crafted by dozens of Blue Water Area residents of all ages. Arts and Culture

Creating Connections Through Art: A conversation with educator Jason Stier

Laura FitzgeraldWednesday, June 4, 2025
Art teacher and advocate Jason Stier empowers at-risk youth through art education. As vice president of the St. Clair Art Association, he also helps facilitate public art events and projects that foster creativity and connection in the Blue Water Area.
Longform PreK for All ensures that every 4-year-old in Michigan has access to a high-quality preschool experience, regardless of income. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

“A lifeline for families,” PreK for All expands access and raises expectations

Brianna NargisoTuesday, June 3, 2025
Enrollment in PreK for All is now open for all families, no matter their income. The program operates across a mixed delivery system, including local school districts, public charter schools, private child care providers, Head Start programs, and community-based organizations.    
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Veterans in St. Clair County can rely on community mental health

Monique BedfordTuesday, June 3, 2025
St. Clair County Community Mental Health (St. Clair County CMH) continues to meet veterans’ mental health care needs. A certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC), St. Clair County CMH offers veterans a wide range of services regardless of their ability to pay or residency. 
Partner Content Event helps autistic children and adults get used to the airport environment and boarding experience. Second Wave - MichiganEquity

On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 30, 2025
To help autistic people and their families manage  these challenges, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Delta Airlines, and the Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner to host On Board for Autism events that prepare them to successfully take a flight.
Feature Story Blue Water Pride 2023. Arts and Culture

Start your summer at these fun-filled events in St. Clair County this June

Genevieve FoxWednesday, May 28, 2025
With the summer season on the rise, check out these fun-filled activities — from the Sturgeon Fest to the Blue Water Cruise, happening all across the county.
Partner Content (from left to right): Ella Vokes (Memphis High School), Kaelin Morris (Yale High School), and Alan Daugherty (Yale Jr. High School), received awards for winning the artwork and creative writing portions of the Creative Arts Contest. Arts and Culture

St. Clair County CMH celebrates 60 years of positive impacts on mental health and stigma reduction

Laura FitzgeraldThursday, May 22, 2025
For the past 60 years, SCCCMH has revolutionized mental health care in St. Clair County by emphasizing community-based, patient-centered care. The agency has made great strides in reducing mental health stigma and expanding access to care.
Feature Story Tires and Treads Community Project Community Development

Tires and Treads Community Project provides clothes and shoes to children in need across the county

Rita MacDonaldWednesday, May 21, 2025
Tires and Treads is a community-driven, local non-profit organization that strives to ensure every child has access to basic clothing needs, which was the dream of the organization's founder, Fran Morris.
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Dental aid helps cancer patients regain health and dignity

Shandra MartinezWednesday, May 21, 2025
HNC Living Foundation provides dental care, nutrition, and support to head and neck cancer patients facing financial and treatment challenges.
Partner Content Make St. Clair. Community Development

The Big Give 2025: A celebration of community generosity and local impact

Keely BaribeauTuesday, May 20, 2025
The Big Give 2025 is officially a wrap—but its spirit, impact, and stories of generosity will continue to echo across St. Clair County for months to come. For 24 hours, donors from near and far came together to show just how much they care about this community and the causes they love.
Feature Story Ethan Trombley making sandwiches at Trombley's Country Market. Community Development

More than just a market, Trombley’s Country Market continues to serve as a community hub

Leslie CieplechowiczTuesday, May 20, 2025
For decades, family country stores in St. Clair County have served as not only places to buy goods, but local community hubs. Nathan Trombley of Trombley’s Country Market in Emmett Township talks about how his family store has weathered the years in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Partner Content Boy in classroom Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Blueprint for school funding would ensure equitable resources in special education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, May 20, 2025
The MI Special Education Finance Reform Blueprint would ensure that Michigan adequately and equitably funds public special education in Michigan. 
Feature Story All Gods Children teacher Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

No-cost pre-K for all Michigan 4-year-olds enrolling for 2025-26 school year

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, May 20, 2025
QA with Jeffrey Capizzano, Policy Equity Group, on the implementation of Pre-K for All no-cost preschool for Michigan 4-year-olds.
Feature Story Nonprofit Day at the Capitol, February 2025 Second Wave - Michigan

How Michigan nonprofits are navigating federal uncertaintyNonprofit Journal Project

Layla McMurtrie Monday, May 19, 2025
Michigan nonprofits are facing uncertainty as federal funding streams fluctuate and administrative support wanes. The Michigan Nonprofit Association is helping organizations navigate this instability through advocacy, collaboration, and strategic planning.
Feature Story Leslie Cieplechowicz, The Keel's new Community Correspondent. Arts and Culture

New Community Correspondent with The Keel to cover rural life, diversity stories

Rita MacDonaldThursday, May 15, 2025
Grant money provided by the Community Foundation of St. Clair has provided Leslie Cieplechowicz with the new role of Community Correspondent. This role will provide opportunities for minority-owned businesses and rural residents to be highlighted, focusing on recognizing diversity within the Blue Water Area.
Longform Lauren LaPine Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Medicaid cuts would destabilize mental health care: How Michigan is responding

Brianna NargisoTuesday, May 13, 2025
Proposed Medicaid funding cuts would dismantle critical services, especially for residents facing poverty, mental illness, or substance use disorders — and reduce access to mental health services for all.
Partner Content McLaren physicians are enjoying the waterfront community for its small town charm. Healthy Communities

McLaren Physicians choose to live in and serve the Port Huron community

Sarah SpohnThursday, May 8, 2025
Three local McLaren Port Huron physicians share why they love to live, work, and serve the Blue Water area. Whether it’s being near family, the natural resources and waterfront trails and amenities, or the delicious restaurants, Port Huron provides a close-knit community where these young professionals feel at home amidst stressful careers.
Feature Story War Water Event Space Economic Development

War Water Brewery is expanding its brand in St. Clair with the opening of a large event space

Laura FitzgeraldThursday, May 8, 2025
War Water Brewery in St. Clair recently opened an approximately 10,000-square-foot event space, offering one of the largest event rentals in the Blue Water Area. The addition to the growing restaurant might boost foot traffic for other St. Clair businesses and offer another option for organizations that benefit from hosting big events.
Feature Story Blue Water YMCA hosts VOY discussions to uplift youth voices. Kids and Education

A peek inside the gang scene in Port Huron and its impact on youth

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, May 8, 2025
During a discussion with middle school students for the Voices of Youth at the Blue Water YMCA, one of the kids talked about his involvement with gangs and why he joined. Sgt. Ryan Mynsberge from the Port Huron Police Department weighs in on what the police are doing about local gangs.
Feature Story Algonac-Clay Township Historical Society at previous The Big Give event. Community Development

The Big Give on May 14 to support local non-profits across St. Clair County

Genevieve FoxWednesday, May 7, 2025
This year, on May 14, the Community Foundation is hosting The Big Give event, a 24-hour giving rally that supports local nonprofits and highlights philanthropic efforts.   
Feature Story Humanity first: Members of the Church of the Latter-day Saints volunteer at Zaman Second Wave - Michigan

Shared humanity that crosses language, religious and cultural barriersNonprofit Journal Project

Amy KurasWednesday, May 7, 2025
An unlikely partnership has blossomed between the Mormon church and Zaman International, a nonprofit that serves mostly Middle Eastern Muslim women. Both faiths have more in common that it might appear on the surface. 
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