Upscale women’s apparel boutique and gift store celebrates grand opening in downtown Port Huron
"I always wanted my own boutique but running the gift shop really lit a fire to open my own." Anita Varty
"I always wanted my own boutique but running the gift shop really lit a fire to open my own." Anita Varty
As more and more friends asked her to care for their pets, Andrea Harrington saw the opportunity to take a leap of faith, leave the corporate world and invest in a project she is passionate about.
Throughout Michigan, employers and educators are offering programs designed to provide students the tools they need to succeed in careers in the Professional Trades.
"We chose Port Huron because we can see where things are coming back and people are excited about Port Huron. The owners and I wanted to be on the front end of that," -Eddie Brennan
"Port Huron is a great spot, it's really a hidden gem." -Tiffany Sabo
"Port Huron is a growing community. You know, we started all this [revitalization] about eight, nine years ago, and the stars were lined up for Port Huron. It is a beautiful city and a beautiful area. There's no place to go but up." -Larry Jones
"Our student body is diverse. These classes make sense for our many traditional students, students who are dual enrolled in high school or in the Blue Water Middle College Academy, and nontraditional students who are adults returning to pursue their education." -Tamara Kenny
When it comes to perceptions of women vs. men, “Just don’t let anything hold you back, there’s no reason you can’t do what anyone else could do. It’s all about the skills and abilities.” -Elaine Leven, city manager of Marine City
"I think we can contribute to a more robust downtown Port Huron. We have 40-plus workers looking for food and drinks after 5 p.m. every day," - David Attard, senior vice president for Logit Group's field operations.
"St. Clair County has a lot to offer, from short, quick 5k or 10k routes to scenic half or full marathons ... It's such a nice area with low elevation gains that makes it very attractive for runners." - Marvin Schmitz, St. Clair
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