Pivot Roasters: A Blue Water Area business with global roots Read Article

Pivot Roasters coffee beans tumble in a drum roaster.
Photo: Pivot Roasters coffee beans tumble in a drum roaster. Rachael Odish.

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.

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Feature Story Port Huron Açaí is located in downtown Port Huron, located at 522 Michigan St. Entrepreneurship

17-year-old entrepreneur opens açaí food truck in Port Huron

Danielle PatrickFriday, June 10, 2022
Nicholas Robbins, a recent graduate of Port Huron Northern, has started his own food truck serving up fresh açaí bowls and smoothies to the local community.
Development News McMorran Place Plaza Community Development

McMorran Place Plaza opens in downtown Port Huron

Harold PowellFriday, June 3, 2022
The opening weekend celebrations at the brand-new McMorran Place Plaza in downtown Port Huron have begun, featuring live music, a kid-friendly fun zone, and more. 
Feature Story Bonika Surline, owner of BeLove Home Care. Entrepreneurship

Local entrepreneur launches in-home care service to help those in need

Harold PowellFriday, June 3, 2022
“It’s a rewarding feeling to see my dreams and goals manifesting before my eyes, all of the hard work and dedication are finally paying off,” says Bonika Surline, owner of BeLove Home Care.
Development News Garrett Nahdee's oak wood-carved sculptures of the Seven Grandfather Teachings depicts seven animals representing a different teaching, or value, to uphold. Arts and Culture

Dedication ceremony and native planting event planned for Blue Water River Walk art installation

MJ GalbraithFriday, May 27, 2022
The Blue Water River Walk Sculpture Dedication and Giitigan Planting is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, along the Blue Water River Walk.
Feature Story Coffi specializes in sweet or savory blintzes and bagels, topped with berry puree or Canadian bacon, cheese or green onion. Entrepreneurship

Mobile café Coffi approaches one-year anniversary serving the Blue Water Area

Danielle PatrickFriday, May 27, 2022
Tasha Kramarenko and Todd Bailey operate and run their food truck, Coffi, specializing in homemade honey syrups and Russian blintzes.
Feature Story Children enjoying the pool during the summertime. Community Development

Summertime fun: Parks, recreation, beaches, splash pads, & more

Sarah SpohnFriday, May 27, 2022
This weekend marks the unofficial kickoff to summertime fun. Here’s a roundup of many free, family-friendly activities including parks, recreation, beaches, swimming, and splash pads to check out this season.
Development News The art of Edward Lee, whose work can be found at The Bar at CityFlats at this spring’s Port Huron Art Hop. Arts and Culture

Art Hop returns to downtown Port Huron with more than 40 artists featured

MJ GalbraithFriday, May 13, 2022
The street festival so nice that they do it twice, the Port Huron Art Hop occurs each spring and fall and marries local artists with downtown Port Huron businesses.
Feature Story Clay Days Community Development

Clay Township celebrates bicentennial with four-day event to "Remember, Honor, Celebrate"

Harold PowellFriday, May 13, 2022
Clay Days, a four-day celebration honoring the community's bicentennial, took place this past weekend in Clay Township with live performances, food, artwork, and more.
Feature Story Challenger Learning Center at SC4 Kids and Education

First in Michigan, Challenger Learning Center launches at SC4

Liz FredendallFriday, May 6, 2022
Last weekend, the Challenger Learning Center at SC4 opened its doors to the public. The first in Michigan and located right here in Port Huron, the immersive space-focused educational center joins the ranks as one of only 40 Challenger Learning Centers across the world.
Development News Stock-Letter from the Editor Community Development

Letter from the Editor: Mike Galbraith steps down, introduces Liz Fredendall as managing editor

MJ GalbraithFriday, May 6, 2022
Mike "MJ" Galbraith announces that he is stepping down from his role as Managing Editor of The Keel to work on other opportunities and introduces long-time contributor, Liz Fredendall as the new editor. 
Feature Story Clifton and Lindsey Jackson, owners of Port Huron Nutrition Entrepreneurship

Port Huron Nutrition: New downtown business offering a healthy lifestyle alternative

Harold PowellFriday, May 6, 2022
Port Huron Nutrition is one of the newest additions to downtown Port Huron offering health-focused products to the local community. 
Feature Story The MI New Favorite Snack contest comes to Port Huron this September. Economic Development

Q&A: Jon Holden wants to turn Port Huron into the “Snack Startup Capital of the World”

MJ GalbraithFriday, April 22, 2022
“We want to turn Port Huron into the ‘Snack Startup Capital of the World,’ where emerging companies say, ‘That’s where I want to be.’ And where we draw buyers from the grocery and convenience stores from all over and right here to Port Huron,” says Jon Holden, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for All Star Services.
Feature Story X Healthy Communities

Southside Spring Fest offers chance for health and wellness outreach, and to have fun while doing it

Harold PowellFriday, April 22, 2022
“There's definitely going to be something at this event for people of all ages and we are excited to be able to provide the community with something that gives us all something to celebrate and enjoy: a healthy life,” says Alphonso Amos, chairperson for Black Lives Matter Port Huron.
Development News “I can’t overstate how significant this financial investment is,” says Sheri Faust, Chair of the Regional Trails Planning Committee. Community Development

Blue Water visitors bureau commits $200K to help close gaps in the Bridge to Bay Trail

Thursday, April 21, 2022
“I can’t overstate how significant this financial investment is,” says Sheri Faust, Chair of the Regional Trails Planning Committee.
Development News X Economic Development

New contest for small and emerging Michigan snack makers offers $50K in cash prizes and more

MJ GalbraithTuesday, April 19, 2022
“The growth of new small craft and niche snack food companies in Michigan is exciting,” says Duncan Smith, President and COO of All Star Services, Inc. “All Star Services is a growing small business and we want to help bring more focus to the growing segment of snack food companies in Michigan.”
Development News Enter Stage Right at the Citadel Stage falls in the footprint of the newly minted Port Huron Theatre District. Arts and Culture

Downtown Port Huron formalizes its Theatre District, festival to follow

MJ GalbraithFriday, April 8, 2022
“This collaboration is a perfect demonstration of the true spirit of Port Huron,” says Port Huron Mayor Pauline Repp. “It is exciting to have a dedicated area in our downtown spotlighting not only the physical buildings that make up the Port Huron Theatre District, but also the people that share their talents with showgoers to Downtown Port Huron.”
Development News The Port Huron Museum’s Carnegie Center. Arts and Culture

Port Huron Museums offer free admission all year long

MJ GalbraithFriday, April 8, 2022
“We hope to welcome many tourists this summer, as well as give our local residents a chance to come see our shared cultural heritage at the sites. If you haven’t been to the Museums, this season is a great opportunity to stop in and see the history in your own backyard,” says Andrew Kercher, community engagement manager for Port Huron Museums.
Feature Story X Healthy Communities

At BWROC, those who've battled addiction and won, shepherd others toward recoveryThe Nonprofit Journal Project

Patrick PattersonWednesday, April 6, 2022
"We feel we are David going up against Goliath. Our need is greater than our current capacity, and our funding is limited," says Patrick Patterson, executive director at Blue Water Recovery Outreach Center. "Many people have turned to drugs and self-harm during these lonely months of isolation. We're here to offer our community hope, what everyone needs to push forward and be successful."
Feature Story Demiree Fultz, owner of Ruboo Boutique and organizer of the empowHER Conference. Community Development

Local entrepreneur to launch women’s empowerment conference in downtown Port Huron this April

Harold PowellThursday, March 31, 2022
“The goal of the event is to bring women together and make them feel empowered and encouraged, because I feel it’s really lacking in today's community,” says Demiree Fultz, owner of Ruboo Boutique and organizer of the empowHER Conference. “Hopefully this can become an annual event and change the lives of those who attend.”
Feature Story Daysha Woodley owns Daylicious Drinks and Treats and runs Thumb Coast Kitchens in Port Huron. Entrepreneurship

Success story: Daysha Woodley reflects on her small business success, running Thumb Coast Kitchens

Harold PowellThursday, March 31, 2022
Entrepreneurship isn’t some get-rich-quick scheme or fly-by-night success story, writes community correspondent Harold Powell.
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