Chloe Nabozney, a recent graduate of Landmark Academy in Kimball, talks about her goal of becoming a police officer after attending the St. Clair County Explorers Program. She hopes to inspire other young, black women to become cops in a predominantly male field.
Now through June 30, the public can visit the exhibit in the Fine Arts Museum at St. Clair Community College to learn about the significance of June 19 and its historical background leading to the abolition of slavery. Included are many interactive experiences along with a timeline leading to the end of slavery in the United States.
Grant money provided by the Community Foundation of St. Clair has provided Leslie Cieplechowicz with the new role of Community Correspondent. This role will provide opportunities for minority-owned businesses and rural residents to be highlighted, focusing on recognizing diversity within the Blue Water Area.
The Autism Alliance of Michigan and other advocates for autistic people are working hard to move from raising autism awareness to fostering autism acceptance.
Josh Chapman returned to his hometown four years ago to serve as CEO at the YMCA of the Blue Water Area, the same Y he attended as a child and where he had his first college internship. The Y has added and expanded its programs that promote healthy living and provide food and other essential services.
Anita Ashford reflects on her journey from community volunteer to historic mayor, vowing to continue her legacy of service and leadership 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.
Corktown Health has evolved and grown from offering end-of-life services during the HIV/AIDS epidemic to providing primary care for the LGBTQ community. Through financial support from IFF, and through partnerships with local organizations including MiGen, the health network continues to provide a life-changing impact on the patients it serves.
En enero de 2023, la gobernadora Gretchen Whitmer anunció su plan PreK para Todos, que proporcionaría acceso a la educación preescolar gratuita a todos los niños de cuatro años de Michigan para 2027. En febrero de 2024, el Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) publicó el plan de la Hoja de Ruta con recomendaciones
The Senior Center at Affirmations expands programs and services for LGBTQ+ seniors in an accessible, welcoming environment.
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