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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

Established in 1836, Murphy Inn is located at 505 Clinton Ave. in St Clair, Michigan.
Murphy Inn resident ghosts make it a top haunting in Michigan’s Thumb Coast

Established in 1836, Murphy Inn in St. Clair is reported to be the home to several spirits — and not of the vodka or gin variety.

A display of Nancy Shaw's "Sheep in a Jeep" children's books at the Bear & The Hare in St. Clair.
Authorfest to bring nationally recognized Michigan authors to the Blue Water Area

This weekend Michigan-based authors will be gathering in St. Clair during Authorfest, sharing insight into their work and offering book signing opportunities.

Unique fall treats for all to enjoy

Fall has arrived bringing with it changing colors, cooler temps, and an abundance of seasonal treats available at several businesses across the Blue Water Area.

The Anchor Point Café (T.A.P. Café) in St. Clair is bringing back its pumpkin pie chai this fall.
Local businesses bring fall fun to its menus

Local businesses across the Blue Water Area are rolling out seasonal flavors and treats many have waited all year to return.

Bouquets featuring a variety of flowers such as Zinnias, Cosmos, Snap Dragons Tulips, Peonies, and Dahlias are available through Alonna's Blooms.
St. Clair mother and entrepreneur returns to Michigan, launches blossoming new business

Alonna Hunt, owner of Alonna’s Blooms, is fulfilling her lifelong dream through her local fresh-cut flower farm, operating a business that allows her to include her young daughters and create an educational opportunity for them.

Movie surrounding urban legend of Morrow Road begins filming this September

The filming of the upcoming horror movie "Morrow Road" will begin in just a few short weeks exploring a local ghost story about a mother searching for her lost child along a Clay Township road.

Gord's Bar is located at 514 S. Water St. in downtown Marine City.
Marine City welcomes reopening of Gord’s Bar

Recently, Gord's Bar reopened in downtown Marine City and will offer several new features including Marine City’s first rooftop bar which will be opening soon.

St. Clair powerboat races draws competitors from all over to the Blue Water Area

BoatFloater.com’s Steve and Stephen Kildahl, a father and son team from Sarasota, Florida, returned for their second time to compete in the St. Clair River Classic.

Each room at CityFlatsHotel — Port Huron is uniquely designed.
Experience the Blue Water Area at downtown Port Huron’s newest hotel

Overlooking the Black River at its waterfront location on the corner of Water and Military Street, Port Huron’s newest hotel offers visitors the opportunity to stay right in the heart of downtown with close proximity to all the Blue Water Area has to offer.

A participant poses for a photo during the Paint n' Sip event on Saturday June 11, 2022.
Port Huron Pride organizes city-wide Pride festival throughout June

This Pride month, local business owners and organizations are teaming up with Port Huron Pride to offer events and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

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