McKenna Golat and Aiden Burke perform in Arcadia by Tom Stoppard at Enter Stage Right this past April.

St. Clair County in the limelight with impactful theatre

Theatre in the Blue Water Area is rising, drawing people to the region to experience culture, contributing to economic growth, and fostering community. Audiences can see a variety of performances at new and historic locations.

Audible pedestrian crosswalk near Palmer Park.
Audible pedestrian crossway installations increase safety and inclusivity across Port Huron

The City of Port Huron recently installed four audible pedestrian crosswalk signals at busy intersections across the city. These signals make it safer for blind pedestrians and those with vision impairments to traverse local roadways more easily.

LifeWays peer support and recovery staff inspire clients to ‘walk the walk’

LifeWays employs peer support specialists and recovery coaches for clients to work with throughout their recovery journeys. 

Natacha Hayden
Natacha Hayden to join the Community Foundation

The Community Foundation announced that Natacha Hayden, currently the Port Huron DDA Director, will join their team in January 2025 to take a high-profile position within the Foundation.

Deer at Port Huron State Game Area.
Changing colors signal hunting season in the Blue Water Area

Within the county, there has been an increase in the interest of hunting among youth. Various groups including the DNR and Four Squares Sportsman Club offer training, practice, and insight to help new and old hunters within the area.

Left to Right: Marquicia Pierce and Kanchan Wankhede.
Smartzone: How a state-run tool is helping businesses reach new technological heights

A new tool based in Port Huron is helping businesses get the support they need to keep growing.

Stigma graphic.
Breaking the chains of stigma: Building a healthier and more vibrant community in St. Clair County

Oftentimes, there is a stigma surrounding mental health. SCCCMH tells The Keel how stigma can negatively impact a community and how to create a healthier and judgment-free environment. 

Passengers loading on a COA bus in Port Huron.
The unique community partnerships of Blue Water Area Transit

Blue Water Area Transit partners with many agencies in the community to provide transportation services and has received numerous awards.

Fathers are important figures in children’s lives
Better fathers mean stronger communities

Stronger fathers mean stronger kids. The Children’s Center in Detroit has a dad-focused program that links fathers to the resources they need and gives them a place to connect, share concerns, and encourage each other to invest more deeply in their children’s lives.

Parents indicated that needed services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, and paraprofessional support were inadequate.
Survey activates education advocacy for Michigan children with disabilities

Special Education Experience (SEE) survey results revealed that needed improvements in special education that the state identified in 2014 have not been made.  

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