Drive -thru and pick-up lanes have been established in downtown Port Huron to help patrons do their business quickly.

How pandemic is encouraging community, creativity in Port Huron region

Communities are working together to tackle the challenge of dealing with the COVID-19 virus which has closed schools and many businesses across the region.

Programs like Young Professionals are helping more people find good jobs in Michigan.
Michigan Works program helps young professionals succeed

“I wish I knew about it sooner. We could have used it with previous employees we have trained,” -Pete Cervini, Superior Heating & Cooling

Need a break from social distancing? Spend some time outdoors, go for a walk and enjoy what mature has to offer
Friends of the St. Clair River offers tips for reducing anxiety in the times of social distancing

"It’s mostly just finding the time to unwind, to enjoy some deep breaths of the fresh air," Faust says, noting that one silver lining that can be found in the cloud of social distancing could be a more noticeable calmness and stillness that can be had outdoors.” - Sheri Faust, Friends of the St. Clair River   

Carrie Hays McElroy and Michelle Moccia.
Michigan providers adopt age-friendly health system model to give elders better care

A Michigan hospital is one of five pioneers nationwide for the model, which aims to engage older adults directly in finding out what matters most to their health care.

Ring Lardner Middle School students participate in a March Madness tasting event.
Project LEAN encourages kids to eat healthy through hands-on fun

The Van Buren Intermediate School District's nutrition education programs use fun activities to encourage kids to eat healthy foods and be more physically active.

Too much wake from passing boats creates significant problems for those living along the water in Clay Twp.
High water: St.Clair County communities prepare for record-high water levels this spring

“When you look at Lake Michigan and Huron in the spring of last year, we had a really significant rise . . . and then this past fall and early winter, we saw less than usual seasonal declines." Lauren Fry, Army Corps of Engineers

Ready or not, gaming is now a college sport at St. Clair County Community College
In its inaugural season, SC4 Esports team among the very first to compete

In the fall of 2019, the NJCAA, the national governing board of two-year college athletics, announced the formation of NJCAA Esports. It’s a move that makes sense. In wanting to appeal to young people, it can only benefit colleges to offer the things that they enjoy the most.

Spend 24 hours in Port Huron with Gordon Whitney

"[I have enjoyed] being able to watch Port Huron become the comeback kid. I’ve seen a lot of progress over the many years of being here. I am continually encouraged by the tenacity and drive that this city has to keep improving upon itself." -Gordon Whitney

Photo courtesy Blake Farms.
Macomb County’s Blake Farms expands business with a new line of CBD-infused products

Blake Farms’ next-generation son Andrew Blake aims to create value-added products with a new wellness line.

There are still units available in the condos with a view.
From starter homes to riverside condos, Port Huron offers different home-buying opportunities

While our real estate checks often focus on starter homes, the truth is that there is a diverse array of housing options throughout the Blue Water region.

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