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Liz Fredendall

Liz Fredendall is a photojournalist and communications professional with nonprofit experience. During her free time, she enjoys reading and exploring the Blue Water Area with her husband Erick and their corgi, Nori. Contact Liz at editor@thekeelph.com or follow her on Instagram @lizfredendallphoto.

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While attending the Boat the Blue Antique & Classic Boat Show, Jolene Willis (middle) and Gavin Willis (right) stopped by the Friends of the St. Clair River's booth at the event. Christy Ellery applies a temporary tattoo to Gavin's arm.
Fun in the sun: Boat the Blue Antique & Classic Boat Show draws thousands to the Blue Water Area

Thousands of people set their anchor in Port Huron last weekend to attend the Boat the Blue Antique & Classic Boat Show. Postponed a year due to the pandemic, the event offered plenty of entertainment along the waterfront, as well as a few new features. 

Garrett Nahdee's oak wood-carved sculptures of the Seven Grandfather Teachings depicts seven animals representing a different teaching, or value, to uphold.
‘All that live and die, live again’: Public art in Port Huron honors Native American culture

Created by Native American artist Garrett Nahdee, a new public artwork can be found along the Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron.

TwoRivers Winery is located in downtown Marine City at 218 S. Water St.
New winery in downtown Marine City offers a taste of the Blue Water Area

With nearly 50 different varieties of wines, a new winery that opened earlier this summer is offering yet another way to enjoy downtown Marine City.

Members of the public were able to get their first look at the electric buses during a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 14, 2021 at the Blue Water Area Transit on Lapeer Avenue in Port Huron.
First in Michigan, Blue Water Area Transit introduces electric buses to its fleet

Blue Water Area Transit recently became the first public transit agency in Michigan to introduce fully electric battery-operated buses to its fleet, a move which will help further low or no emission goals within the region.

Host of the “WPHM Morning Show” at 1380 WPHM-AM, Paul Miller, interviews the Director of the St. Clair County Library System, Allison Arnold, in the studio on Tuesday, June 22, 2021.
Putting a face to the voice: Get to know the people of Port Huron radio

"There's something to be said for the medium of radio - I think it's unlike anything else," says Paul Miller. "I think people find comfort in knowing the voices they're accustomed to hearing are there and with them during the good times like summer festivals and celebrations, as well as bad times - like global pandemics!"

Vantage Point Farmers Market in Port Huron, Michigan is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the end of October.
Looking for Michigan-made produce and products? 3 farmers markets to visit in St. Clair County

From farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, to wine and prime cuts – St. Clair County farmers markets are rich with local produce. Learn about some of the markets in the area and when and where you can find them near your community.

With a fourth location of Ted's Coney Island opening soon in St. Clair, coney dog lovers can rejoice with Ted's Coney Island will soon have four locations with a new restaurant opening in St. Clair.
Four family-owned diners to enjoy in the Blue Water Area

Featuring Coney dogs, secret recipes, and lots of homemade food, learn about four diners in St. Clair County and the families behind them.

Algonac residents Liz and Danny Walker started Ice Box Novelties in April 2021. In addition to peddling ice cream around the community, both balance full-time jobs.
Treats on the street: New ice cream peddling business comes to Algonac

Algonac residents Liz and Danny Walker recently launched Ice Box Novelties, a new ice cream peddling business serving iconic frozen snacks across the community.

The cast's makeup area at the Richmond Community Theatre (RCT) has recently gotten a face lift.
Blue Water community theaters transform during pandemic

Mostly closed since the start of the pandemic, take a look at how some theaters across St. Clair County have innovated and taken advantage of the time while waiting to reopen.

Skaters enjoy an outdoor ice skating rink, located on S. Riverside Avenue between Cass Street and Clinton Avenue in St. Clair, Michigan.
8 ways to enjoy the winter weather in St. Clair County

With ice fishing, hiking, sledding, and more, St. Clair County offers plenty of opportunities for wintertime fun in the Blue Water Area.

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