Anita Thomas is the stylist and owner of Mohair, a new salon in Port Huron, Michigan.

Local stylist makes her dreams a reality with new salon in Port Huron

“At nine years old I knew I wanted to own my own hair salon one day,” says Anita Thomas, stylist and owner of Mohair which recently opened in Port Huron.

PLANE program creator Dr. Leah Ketcheson with program participants Martin Paige-Fowlkes and Amanda Paige.
Kids on autism spectrum get physical activity, nutrition support through Detroit program

PLANE, short for Physical Literacy and Nutrition Education, offers adaptive strategies to get kids moving, as well as a nutrition curriculum that shares ways to introduce kids to healthier foods. 

Volunteers plant and water the new plants at the Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron.
Summer Solstice marks growth and new beginnings at Blue Water River Walk

At the Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron, a new garden filled with native plants benefits the local ecosystem and honors the area’s indigenous culture.

Nick Manciero searching for radio signals at AARL Field Day.
Connecting communities through radio waves

"I've been into amateur radio for well over 50 years now, I've traveled to many places and have contacted people all over the world through my passion, it is truly a wonderful feeling being able to reach out and broadcast all over the world as well as teaching others how to do so," says veteran operator, Stan Arnett.

Stacy and Paul Zimmer, with their daughter Rachel.
It’s a family affair: Why the McLaren Port Huron Foundation’s sponsors return year after year

On Tuesday, July 12, golfers will tee off at the 43rd Annual Charity Golf Classic at the Port Huron Golf Club. Money raised from the Charity Golf Classic will help purchase a Task Force Touch CARDIO machine.

Kimberly Singh, My Community Dental Centers chief of community and governmental affairs, with Rebekah Condon, Barry-Eaton District Health Department emergency preparedness coordinator.
How COVID strengthened relationships between Michigan health departments and community organizations

The pandemic has caused health departments and community-based organizations to establish and strengthen relationships that are continuing to pay dividends for their communities.

Owner of Flourish Hair Gallery (center) Naesa Richardson poses for a photo with her staff.
Port Huron celebrates Juneteenth with food, fun, and awareness

Local organizations across Port Huron joined forces to hold a celebratory event honoring and spreading awareness about Juneteenth.

Emory Floyd is one of the seven musicians that will be taking the stage at the LBMA Festival this Saturday.
Lake Bonisteel Music Association festival makes a return to Pine Grove Park

Lake Bonisteel Music Association Festival will hold its second annual festival in Port Huron this Saturday, sharing the art of music with the wider community and encouraging children to learn more about music.

R2AAA elder-abuse victims specialist program manager Angela Shepherd, R2AAA assistant director Kara Lorenz-Goings, and R2AAA executive director Julie Wetherby.
Neglect far outpaces other forms of elder abuse in Michigan – and here’s what can be done about it

Although the idea of elder abuse often calls to mind physical violence or financial exploitation, the more common reality is an unintentional result of ignorance, burnout, or lack of resources.

A participant poses for a photo during the Paint n' Sip event on Saturday June 11, 2022.
Port Huron Pride organizes city-wide Pride festival throughout June

This Pride month, local business owners and organizations are teaming up with Port Huron Pride to offer events and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

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