Guide: Discover holiday fun in St. Clair County Read Article

Andrea Harrington

Port Huron’s Discovery City Children’s Museum proves the perfect addition to downtown Read Article

Discovery City Children's Museum in Port Huron.
Photo: Discovery City Children's Museum in Port Huron. Joseph Hayes.

CityFlatsHotel dishes up new catering partner for private events; rebranded cafe Read Article

CityFlatsHotel in downtown Port Huron.
Photo: CityFlatsHotel in downtown Port Huron. Photo courtesy of CityFlatsHotel.

Food truck to restaurant: Destiny Henderson brings Puerto Rican and Mexican flavors to Port Huron Read Article

Taco Tuesday menu at Little Puerto Rican Lady Latin Food.
Photo: Taco Tuesday menu at Little Puerto Rican Lady Latin Food. Harold Powell.

St. Clair County in the limelight with impactful theatre Read Article

Left to Right: Matthew Drinkwater, Jacob Stoliker, and Mirabella Ziegler in The Wizard of OZ at Boardwalk Theatre in March of 2024.
Photo: Left to Right: Matthew Drinkwater, Jacob Stoliker, and Mirabella Ziegler in The Wizard of OZ at Boardwalk Theatre in March of 2024. Ansom Pavlov.

Changing colors signal hunting season in the Blue Water Area Read Article

Port Huron State Game Area.
Photo: Port Huron State Game Area. Leslie Cieplechowicz.

Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park in Port Huron provides local job opportunities Read Article

Overhead view of the Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park in Port Huron.
Photo: Overhead view of the Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park in Port Huron. Photo courtesy of the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County

Features

Feature Story Production of "I Remember When" to set the stage on January 20, 2025 at SC4 Fine Arts Theatre in Port Huron. Arts and Culture

St. Clair County Community College to host production “I Remember When” in honor of MLK Jr

Genevieve FoxThursday, January 16, 2025
On January 20, 2025, SC4’s Fine Arts Theatre will be showcasing its production of “I Remember When” highlighting historical moments that shaped the lives of African Americans.
Feature Story Front cover of Greg DeVoogd's book "Easy Lessons Learned the Hard Way." Kids and Education

Port Huron resident Gregg DeVoogd releases first book: ‘Easy Lesson Learned the Hard Way’

Joseph HayesThursday, January 16, 2025
After experiencing what was supposed to be an innocent fire, author Greg DeVoogd wrote a book to spread the word on fire safety and the importance of listening to your parents.
Partner Content InSHAPE staff pose with their National INSHAPE Program Innovator Award. Healthy Communities

St. Clair County CMH InSHAPE program address patients’ mental and physical health

Sarah SpohnThursday, January 16, 2025
To provide a whole health integrative approach to wellness, St. Clair County Community Mental Health utilizes the InSHAPE program. This program provides participants with health and workout plans, group classes, diet plans, and other tools for physical and mental health.
Feature Story The Urban Collaboratory’s work includes a focus on community water systems and health impacts related to contaminants like microplastics and PFAS. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Public health focus on the built environment improves health for Michiganders

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 14, 2025
Public health and infrastructure go hand in hand, as organizations across Michigan work to address the built environment's critical role in shaping health outcomes.
Feature Story “Friendsgiving dinner” with a group of teen participants in One Michigan’s CALM program Second Wave - Michigan

‘Our kids are very stressed’: Program boosts immigrant youth mental healthNonprofit Journal Project

Julie J. RiddleFriday, January 10, 2025
The threat of losing relatives to deportation compounds mental health stresses for immigrant teens. A youth-designed program uses conversation and community to help.
Feature Story Janelle Smith (seated) and Kate Litwin Second Wave - Michigan

Cross-sector partnerships key to prosperity in downtown HowellNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Julie J. RiddleFriday, January 10, 2025
A bustling downtown Howell – including a fanciful outdoor play space – has been built from strong partnerships.  
Feature Story New Port Huron Mayor Anita Ashford. Community Development

Port Huron makes history with election of first African-American mayor, Anita R. Ashford

Harold PowellThursday, January 9, 2025
Anita Ashford reflects on her journey from community volunteer to historic mayor, vowing to continue her legacy of service and leadership in Port Huron.
Feature Story Urban Paws Pet Spa offers specialized grooming care for all pets. Entrepreneurship

Pets get pampered at Urban Paws Pet Spa

Rita MacDonaldThursday, January 9, 2025
Jenny Wagar, owner of Urban Paws Pet Spa in Marysville, has created a one-of-a-kind, stress-free environment for pets' grooming and spa experiences. The facility features specialized equipment and dedicated one-on-one care throughout the process.
Partner Content Patti Manley. Community Development

Disaster Response Fund Reaches $100,000

Community Foundation of St. Clair CountyThursday, January 9, 2025
A new year-end gift from a donor-advised fund has pushed the Disaster Response Fund for St. Clair County to the $100,000 level. The Community Foundation of St. Clair County launched the fund a year ago in response to growing natural and man-made disasters around the country.
Partner Content Autism can be a very isolating. AAoM shares and hosts events that are relevant to the autism community. Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Welcome Kit helps Michiganders navigate autism resources and support

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, January 8, 2025
AAoM Welcome Kits provide a broad yet concise overview of AAoM’s roster of services. Available in two versions — one for families raising autistic children and autistic adults and another for professionals serving the autistic clients — Welcome Kits extend a warm handshake that welcomes them to AAoM’s services.
Feature Story Color of Autism Foundation provides training for families of autistic children Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Ending the stigma of autism in communities of colorNonprofit Journal Project

Layla McMurtrieFriday, January 3, 2025
“I would go to support groups, but no one looked like me,” says Camille Proctor. She eventually founded the Color of Autism Foundation to end the stigma of autism among communities of color and create a better understanding of autism and autism services for families.  
Partner Content Blue Water Transit’s El Dorado under the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron. Transportation

Blue Water Area Transit offers New Year's Eve safe ride

Blue Water Area TransitThursday, December 19, 2024
The Blue Water Area Transportation Commission (BWATC) offers free, door-to-door safe rides to and from passengers’ parties for New Year’s Eve. This community service is provided in partnership with Radio First to keep our community safer.
Feature Story Left to Right: Sharon Wilton and Tracy Willard. Community Development

Sharon Wilton honored as Port Huron's NACW Woman of the Year

Joseph HayesThursday, December 19, 2024
The Port Huron Chapter of the National Association of Career Women recently named Sharon Wilton the Woman of the Year for her positive influence and efforts in the community. 
Partner Content Christine Davis (middle) and Family. Healthy Communities

Port Huron woman named a “Parent Hero”

Riley ConnellThursday, December 19, 2024
With the help of Community Mental Health staff, a St. Clair County mom has been recognized for her commitment to putting her children’s mental health first.
Feature Story Karlie Gest and her Belgian horse named Cal. Arts and Culture

In Photos: Lexington Horse Parade 2024

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, December 19, 2024
The Lexington Holiday Horse Parade is a unique annual event. On Dec. 14, the parade celebrated its 14th year and trotted down Main Street in Lexington with over 100 horses and riders decorated with holiday shimmer.
Feature Story "We live here, we work here and we care about you and your family." Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

A New Vision for Public Health in Michigan

Brianna NargisoTuesday, December 17, 2024
Michigan has stepped forward with a comprehensive Public Health Call to Action, a set of recommendations crafted by the Michigan Public Health Advisory Council (MPHAC) to guide the state’s journey toward a more equitable and resilient health system. 
Feature Story Robert Sheehan Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, December 17, 2024
Federal dollars, state initiatives, community partnerships, and a normalization of seeking and receiving behavioral health care have positioned Michigan’s community mental health agencies to do even more good work in 2025.
Feature Story Rebel Dogs has a distinctly Detroit approach to ethical animal advocacy Second Wave - Michigan

Rebels with a cause: How Rebel Dogs has changed the animal advocacy landscape in DetroitNonprofit Journal Project

Chris HandysideTuesday, December 17, 2024
Rebel Dogs was started by a couple of engaged citizens who wanted to alleviate the suffering of stray dogs. Today, it’s a comprehensive dog-rescue operation that helps Detroit pet owners on multiple levels.
Feature Story Sheri Faust, Executive Director of Friends of the St. Clair River. Sustainability

Health of the St. Clair River: Conversation with Sheri Faust

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, December 12, 2024
The St. Clair River is vital to the communities bordering it and the commerce flowing through the Great Lakes Seaway. Keeping the river healthy and monitoring development along its shorelines is critical. The Keel talked with Sheri Faust to get an inside look at the health of the St. Clair River.
Feature Story Shannon and Todd Postill are the new owners of Family Tradition Tree Farm located in Kimball, Michigan. Entrepreneurship

Tree Farm in Kimball springs back to life with new owners

Liz FredendallThursday, December 12, 2024
Formerly known as Tollander Tree Farm, Family Tradition Tree Farm in Kimball is taking root under new ownership, blending a long-held family business with new traditions.
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