Mary Jenkins, co-owner of Mine & Yours Estate Sales Outlet LLC in Port Huron, Michigan.

A new venture in a new city: Macomb County resident opens resale shop in Port Huron

“We want to be not just a store, but we want to be a prominent community member,” says Mary Jenkins, co-owner of Mine & Yours Estate Sales Outlet LLC. “It’s all about giving back … We plan to service the community in some way, shape, or form.”

For the first time, Lake Bonisteel Music Association will be awarding scholarships to two schools, allowing them to get supplies and tools for their students.
Annual community celebration connecting local youth with music returns to Blue Water Area

Lake Bonisteel Music Association will be hosting its annual Blue Chili Grass Festival this weekend, providing live entertainment from bluegrass artists and opportunities for aspiring musicians.

Employees use the decompression room at St. Clair County Community Mental Health.
As mental health becomes priority in the workplace, St. Clair County CMH leads employers by example

At St. Clair County Community Mental Health, supporting the mental health of its employees is one of its top priorities. Experts at the organizations share their experience and offer suggestions for employers who are seeking ways to improve mental health in the workplace.

Unique fall treats for all to enjoy

Fall has arrived bringing with it changing colors, cooler temps, and an abundance of seasonal treats available at several businesses across the Blue Water Area.

Todd Barlass.
Michigan schools expand mental health services in wake of Oxford school shooting

Oxford Community Schools have introduced a host of new mental health supports – even as the state of Michigan itself prepares to make an unprecedented investment in school-based mental health services.

Michigan produce at the lunch counter at George Long Elementary School in Grass Lake.
Major expansion coming for program that offers schools “10 Cents a Meal” to serve Michigan produce

The budget for the state of Michigan's 10 Cents a Meal has more than doubled each of the past two years, with $9.3 million available in the coming fiscal year to help schools purchase local fruits, vegetables, and legumes.

WSAQ Q-County 107 Radio's morning personality, Matt Markham, gets ready to camp out on the roof of MiMutual Mortgage in downtown Port Huron.
Annual community roof-sit raises funds and awareness about child abuse

Each year, the St. Clair County Child Abuse and Neglect Council holds its annual roof-sit benefit to educate the public about child abuse and raise funds for its youth programs.

The ownership of Birchwood Mall changed in February 2021, when Kohan Retail Investment Group purchased the mall. Since then there's been significant expansion with 13 new businesses at the mall and 4-5 more about to enter into a contract.
Shopping small gets big push in retail world in Fort Gratiot Township

As more shoppers aren’t spending as much time or money in traditional big chain retailers, the future of shopping malls is in question. Locally, Birchwood Mall has found a way to give small businesses a big focus.

The Anchor Point Café (T.A.P. Café) in St. Clair is bringing back its pumpkin pie chai this fall.
Local businesses bring fall fun to its menus

Local businesses across the Blue Water Area are rolling out seasonal flavors and treats many have waited all year to return.

Issue Media Group relaunches Upper Peninsula publication

Issue Media Group is excited to announce the relaunch of its online, community-informed, digital publication in the Upper Peninsula. UPword will focus on innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and community development, while featuring U.P.-based talent.

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