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Andrea Harrington

Andrea Harrington has been a freelance writer for The Keel for many years and enjoys telling stories about the people and communities across the Blue Water Area. In addition to her work with The Keel, she also substitute teaches for East China and Algonac School Districts and offers creative marketing content working one-on-one with local businesses. She loves everything fall-related and in her free time, is an avid watcher of horror movies and enjoys spending time with her husband and Italian greyhound, Marchello. Contact Andrea at harringtonandrea40@gmail.com.

Andrea Harrington's Latest Articles

Katlin Pfroffer poses for a photo while working on her ice sculpture during St. Clair's Icy Bazaar.
Ice sculptors showcase talents at St. Clair’s Icy Bazaar

Michigan-based ice sculptors share their experiences with ice carving and how they learned the unique skill. 

Visitors line up to sample chili at Lynch's Irish Tavern during the Port Huron ChillyFest's Chili Crawl.
Port Huron eateries compete, bringing unique recipes for chili cook-off

The annual ChillyFest saw a pre-COVID turnout this past weekend, bringing thousands of visitors and chili tasters to downtown Port Huron.

Owner Gage Badgerow (right) and Jerry Dickenson pose for a photo after a Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament at Dragon’s Den TCG in Port Huron.
Blue Water Area entrepreneur opens trading card game and hobby store in Port Huron

“It really is a unique store offering a place for gamers to meet, play, and compete,” says owner Gage Badgerow.

Jess Hill is the owner of Breadventures based in St. Clair, Michigan.
St. Clair business Breadventures is on the rise

Born and raised in St. Clair, Jess Hill opened her home-based business Breadventures just over a year ago and has been rapidly growing her business since then.

Infinite Beauty & Wellness is now located at 914 Military St. in downtown Port Huron.
Downtown Port Huron welcomes new salon

Previously located on Pine Grove Avenue, Infinite Beauty & Wellness opened its doors last month at its new location in downtown Port Huron.

History of the Christmas Tree Walk, a holiday tradition in Algonac

A Christmas-themed museum dating back nearly two decades, History of the Christmas Tree Walk in Algonac offers a unique experience during the holiday season.

Local businesses bring holiday cheer and festive flavors

From gingerbread to eggnog, businesses across the region are rolling out popular wintertime flavors, helping you ring in the season.

Merrytime Christmas brings holiday festivities to downtown Marine City

This Saturday, Dec. 3, downtown Marine City will be host to its 6th annual Merrytime Christmas. Downtown businesses are looking forward to the community-wide celebration which draws hundreds of visitors each year.

The new StoryWalk at Marysville City Park was unveiled on Oct. 21, 2022 and will feature new stories each month for young readers to explore.
StoryWalk comes to Marysville creating new opportunities for reading and recreation

Supporting efforts to increase childhood literacy, a StoryWalk was recently installed at Marysville City Park offering a fun and interactive way for children and families to experience reading and recreation.

Halloween in the 'Nac, 2019.
Spooky season bring eerie fun to the Blue Water Area

The Blue Water Area is host to plenty of events this year offering spooky fun for everyone this Halloween.

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