A sculptor works on his piece in a previous contest.

Artists give life to dramatic sculptures during Blue Water Sand Fest

Artists from across the U.S. and Canada will take inspiration from the breathtaking views of the Blue Water region to create stunning sand sculptures during the annual Sand Fest.

Sometimes getting an internet connection at home is impossible, so Sarah Shifflett heads to the Raven Cafe when she needs a reliable connection.
Path to better internet access is nearing

Have you ever been on a deadline only to struggle to find an internet signal? That happens far too often in the Blue Water Area. Soon a study on how to boost broadband service will be complete, and hopefully provide solutions for residents.

It's a fresh start at Vera Grace and Etta Mae's antique shop.
Downtown Marine City home decor store celebrates grand re-opening following devastating fire

A January fire marked a bridge in the road for Donna Tebeau. Should she retire, or should she rebuild her beloved Marine City business? The smoke cleared quickly and just a few months later, a new shop sits on Water Street.

Shaunte Oliver received support services from Strong Beginnings while she was pregnant with her daughter Alona.
Untangling the complex issue of health equity in Michigan

Michiganders may experience dramatic differences in their quality of health due to a host of social factors. We took a look at some of those factors, and what's being done to address them.

In the Context of Love by Linda K. Sienkiewicz
Michigan authors you should be reading on vacation

Check out these Michigan authors during your summer vacation.

A floating office is the perfect summer office for Katie Stepp.
Get hooked on the water with Michigan Boat Rentals

Don't have a boat, but love spending time on the water? Check out Michigan Boat Rentals for your opportunity to explore the area from a new point of view. 

Kirsten Sparks took top honors at the Student Business Plan Compeition
High school students pique community interest with innovative business plans

Ready to be leaders in the community, several high school students pitched new business ideas to a panel of investors.

520 Summer St. in Algonac
Real estate watch: 5 homes under $100K throughout St. Clair County

Here are a few investment opportunities across St. Clair County.

Josh Sabo, right, hopes The Industry will help young people pursue their passions.
Pursuit of happiness driving force behind The Industry

Can a non-profit program help young adults find their path in life? Josh Sabo thinks so, and he's hoping people will invest in The Industry so he can provide that option.

Children check out sturgeon during the Blue Water Sturgeon Festival.
Area non-profit prepares for biggest event of the year: Blue Water Sturgeon Festival

Next week visitors are invited to celebrate the largest in the Great Lakes, the sturgeon, during the Blue Water Sturgeon Festival.

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