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Harold Powell

Harold Powell is the owner of Phantom Pen Media, offering multimedia services to individuals and organizations across the Blue Water Area. He is a current board member for the Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce and the most recent Chamber Choice recipient at the Eddy Awards. Harold is an avid volunteer for the YMCA of the Blue Water Area as well as Bridge Builders Counseling & Mentoring, and in his spare time, enjoys spending time with his son, writing and listening to music, playing video games, and not folding laundry. 

Harold Powell's Latest Articles

Marcie’s Soul Food brings Southern comfort and flavor to Port Huron

Marcella McDowell blends family legacy, faith, and culture to bring taste of Southern tradition with classic dishes like catfish, smothered pork chops, and baked macaroni and cheese.

Left to Right: Port Huron Mayor Anita Ashford, Special Assistant to the City Manager Tony Pearson, Southside Summer Pop Up Market Manager Elizabeth Buckley, and NIA Vice Chair Mary Williams, enjoying the Southside Summer Pop-Up Market.
Port Huron’s new Southside Summer Market sparks community revival

An often forgotten corner of the city is hosting a fresh wave of vendors, vibes, and revitalization at Knox Field in Port Huron every Tuesday from now until August 26.  

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

Anita Ashford reflects on her journey from community volunteer to historic mayor, vowing to continue her legacy of service and leadership in Port Huron.

Destiny Henderson, owner of Little Puerto Rican Lady Latin Food.
Food truck to restaurant: Destiny Henderson brings Puerto Rican and Mexican flavors to Port Huron

Destiny Henderson, a Port Huron resident, has transformed her lifelong passion for cooking into a thriving business by opening her restaurant, Little Puerto Rican Lady Latin Food.

From left to right: Stanley Legacy Wall newest inductees Keith Rivers, Michele Winfield, Marilyn Moncrief, and Pastor Carl Miller Sr.
Stanley Legacy Wall honors four local heroes for their lasting impact on the Port Huron community

The Port Huron Museums recently held an induction ceremony for the Stanley Legacy Wall, honoring four prominent members of the local African American community.

Jazmyn Vitro (left) Kanye Cole (right) enjoy a date for two in front of the new sculpture at Thomas Edison Parkway.
Swanky Spreads offers a unique spin on the classic summer picnic

Port Huron resident and entrepreneur Valerie Kelley has taken the love of her family outings and transformed them into a thriving business.

Khalid El-Hakim, founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum.
Mobile Museum brings African American history to life in Port Huron

Khalid El-Hakim, the founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, visited Port Huron to showcase 150 artifacts highlighting African-American history ahead of Juneteenth. 

Outside of Devine Designs Downtown located at 225 Huron Ave.
Divine Designs Downtown brings affordable fashion to downtown Port Huron

Michele Radle-Seib has been a thriving business owner in the downtown area for over a decade. She ventures out into a new industry to win the hearts of residents and brings a unique and affordable shopping experience for all to enjoy. 

The Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan.
New organization seeks to educate and empower the Hispanic community in Southeastern Michigan

After a significant gap left by the disintegration of Hispanic organizations in the Blue Water Area, the Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan is set to fill the void by offering vital resources and educational services as they cultivate tradition and spread awareness across the region. 

Steve Nordgren poses for a photo in front of his artwork.
How mentorship and art are creating beautiful spaces in Port Huron

In Port Huron, artists have transformed buildings, storm drains, and many other public spaces with their creative works. Explore the story behind two of the most recent projects in the Blue Water Area.

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