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 The Inn on Water Street in downtown Marine City. Entrepreneurship

How these two local businesses have formed a mutually beneficial partnership in downtown Marine City

Andrea HarringtonThursday, March 17, 2022
“We grew out of our Broadway location so quickly and have been looking to expand for some time,” Steve Neiman says. “We really love the community and when the offer from the Inn came up — it was a beautiful view, great people, room for parking, and indoor and outdoor seating — it was a no-brainer for us.”
Feature Story The Port Huron Pub Crawl returns after two years of COVID-related cancelations. Arts and Culture

‘People are rarin’ to go’: Port Huron Pub Crawl to make its anticipated return after two years away

MJ GalbraithFriday, March 11, 2022
“The last couple of years have been a little slow with the shutdowns and everything else. So I think this year’s going to be a helluva time. People are rarin’ to go and get out and see each other,” says Jon Skrip, co-owner of Captain Skrip’s Office Bar & Grill. “I think it’s gonna be a real good time for all of us.”
Development News The SC4 Fieldhouse at St. Clair County Community College in Port Huron. Economic Development

Upcoming NJCAA Women’s Basketball tourney at SC4 could provide boost for Blue Water Area tourism

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 10, 2022
“We are thrilled to welcome the NJCAA championship to our campus and look forward to showcasing the SC4 Fieldhouse as well as our many great restaurants, hotels, businesses and activities,” says Dale Vos, SC4 director of athletics.
Development News The Port Huron Museum’s Carnegie Center Arts and Culture

Port Huron Museums puts out call for local artists to submit works for upcoming exhibition

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 3, 2022
“Everyone agrees that the last two years have been turbulent and out of the ordinary for everyone, but times of struggle can inspire great artistic endeavors,” says Andrew Kercher, community engagement manager for Port Huron Museums.
Feature Story Tammy Jae wrote her first book, “10 Steps Closer To God,” 11 years ago. Since that time, Jae has published seven of her own books. She’s also published the works of more than 100 other authors, all of them African American except for one. Community Development

How this Port Huron author is empowering others to become authors, too

Harold PowellMonday, February 28, 2022
“If children see people who look like them in positions they are not typically associated with, it will encourage interest and awareness,” says Tammy Jae, Port Huron author, CEO of One Faith Publishing, and leader of Books 4 Life.
Development News The new Emerge Fund - Port Huron small business grants are offered by the EDA of St. Clair County in partnership with The Underground small business incubator in downtown Port Huron. Economic Development

New grant opportunity available for Port Huron-based small businesses

MJ GalbraithFriday, February 25, 2022
“Sometimes, a small amount of financial support is exactly what it takes to help get an entrepreneur to launch a new business, or to overcome a hurdle to their next stage of growth,” says Kanchan Wankhede, Director of Entrepreneurial Services at The Underground.
Feature Story Wild Green Winter Game Nights offer a unique way to learn about the world and ecosystem and help support future programs with Friends of the St. Clair River. Sustainability

The outdoors inside: Friends of the St. Clair River hosts nature-themed game night series

Liz FredendallFriday, February 25, 2022
Wild Green Winter Game Nights offer a unique way to learn about the world and ecosystem and help support future programs with Friends of the St. Clair River.
Development News Construction of the EDA Business Center is set to begin on Port Huron’s waterfront later this year. Economic Development

EDA: More than 800 jobs, $167M in regional investments made in 2021

MJ GalbraithFriday, February 18, 2022
"During the continued challenges of a health pandemic in 2021, our organization is pleased to see our region continue to prosper with solid economic growth,” says Dan Casey, CEO of the Economic Development Alliance.
Feature Story This year’s Blue Water Music Awards will be their first award show since 2020, its 2021 show canceled because of COVID-19. Arts and Culture

10th annual Blue Water Music Awards to celebrate area’s tight-knit music community and its fans

MJ GalbraithFriday, February 18, 2022
“We're bringing it back to the where the first-ever Blue Water Music Awards was,” says Tim Hunter, organizer of the BWMAs. The 10th annual Blue Water Music Awards is set to begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, at Lynch’s Irish Tavern. The event is free and open to the public.
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Issue Media Group Launches Rural Innovation eXchange

Issue Media GroupThursday, February 17, 2022
Issue Media Group is excited to announce the company’s latest online media project – Rural Innovation eXchange (RIX). RIX will focus on the innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation and community development taking place in rural Michigan and feature the work of rural talent and content creators.   
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The show must go on, and safety is keyThe Nonprofit Journal Project

Regina SpainThursday, February 17, 2022
"Live theater is more than just a creative outlet for those involved. It provides a creative space and a sense of connection for the community as well," says Regina Spain, executive director of Enter Stage Right in Port Huron. "We’ve definitely lost some sales due to our strict masking policy, but those who still attend, and look forward to our events, have been thanking us for caring about their safety the way we do."
Development News Inside a Challenger Learning Center. Port Huron will be one of only 40 locations for the space-themed learning centers and the first and only in Michigan. Kids and Education

The countdown is on for the April launch of the Challenger Learning Center at SC4

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 10, 2022
“SC4 shares our vision and commitment to inspire the next generation. We’re proud to help play a part in that commitment with the addition of the Challenger Learning Center at SC4,” says Lance Bush, president and CEO of Challenger Center.
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This Port Huron hotel has been named one of the best wedding venues in the country

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 10, 2022
“This upcoming 2022 season is going to be the largest wedding season we’ve ever seen and we are so excited to help all of our couples’ wedding dreams come to life,” says Amanda Bushor, Assistant General Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Port Huron.
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Lexington Arts Council wins $10K grant for Bach Festival

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 10, 2022
“These National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants underscore the resilience of our nation’s artists and arts organizations, will support efforts to provide access to the arts, and rebuild the creative economy,” says Ann Eilers, acting chair of the NEA.
Partner Content Money raised during this year’s event will be used to help purchase the Hologic Upright Breast Biopsy Guidance system to enhance breast imaging services in the Demashkieh Women’s Wellness Place at McLaren Port Huron. Healthy Communities

A new location and the same great food: McLaren’s fish fry fundraiser returns for a second year

MJ GalbraithWednesday, February 9, 2022
“Everyone loves a fish fry,” says Jamie Guyor, philanthropic officer for the McLaren Port Huron Foundation. And that’s especially true for a fish fry that raises money for a great cause. Find out how the foundation’s second annual Friday Fish Fry will do just that.
Development News Lille Piece of Heaven is having their Grand Opening event on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at their new location in St. Clair. Entrepreneurship

New St. Clair beauty spa and cryotherapy chamber service to celebrate grand opening

Andrea HarringtonTuesday, February 1, 2022
“I love being able to help people with their skin, educating and empowering them to have confidence and always go for the best results,” says Maddison Riehl, the owner of Lille Piece of Heaven in St. Clair.
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How drive and determination comes standard for the owner of The Standard… No Gas

Harold PowellMonday, January 31, 2022
“I want Standard… No Gas to be a destination and not just coming to get your haircut. I want it to be loving here, to promote feeling happy and safe. And with the staff we have currently, I’m sure we won’t disappoint,” says owner AJ Woodruff.
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Downtown Port Huron heats up with races, hockey tournaments, chili cook-offs, and more

MJ GalbraithFriday, January 28, 2022
There’s no shortage of things to do in downtown Port Huron this Saturday, that’s for sure.
Development News “This is an award for the entire Port Huron community,” says Port Huron City Manager James Freed. Economic Development

Port Huron City Manager recognized for transforming city’s financial outlook, receives award

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 27, 2022
“The lessons learned, tools gained, and relationships built addressing our financial challenges must now be pivoted to addressing our other generational challenges such as workforce housing, childcare shortages, neighborhood revitalization and economic development,” says Port Huron City Manager James Freed.
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Blue Water entrepreneur starts photography and branding biz to help lift fellow small businesses

MJ GalbraithFriday, January 21, 2022
“I wanted to give back. And living downtown, I wanted to show off all the cool things happening here,” says Cecelia Shuler, founder of Downtown Imaging Co.
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