How can Michigan address its dire shortage of mental health professionals?
Even as mental health issues have risen worldwide, Michigan has fallen behind on having enough health professionals to address that trend.
Downtown Port Huron formalizes its Theatre District, festival to follow
“This collaboration is a perfect demonstration of the true spirit of Port Huron,” says Port Huron Mayor Pauline Repp. “It is exciting to have a dedicated area in our downtown spotlighting not only the physical buildings that make up the Port Huron Theatre District, but also the people that share their talents with showgoers to Downtown Port Huron.”
Port Huron Museums offer free admission all year long
“We hope to welcome many tourists this summer, as well as give our local residents a chance to come see our shared cultural heritage at the sites. If you haven’t been to the Museums, this season is a great opportunity to stop in and see the history in your own backyard,” says Andrew Kercher, community engagement manager for Port Huron Museums.
Intergenerational programs bring younger and older Michiganders together to promote healthier aging
With funding from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, the national nonprofit Generations United is bringing generations together to build communities that work better for all.
At BWROC, those who’ve battled addiction and won, shepherd others toward recovery
"We feel we are David going up against Goliath. Our need is greater than our current capacity, and our funding is limited," says Patrick Patterson, executive director at Blue Water Recovery Outreach Center. "Many people have turned to drugs and self-harm during these lonely months of isolation. We're here to offer our community hope, what everyone needs to push forward and be successful."
Partner Partner Content SNAP-Ed programs grow change in Michigan’s northwestern rural communities
Covering five northern Michigan counties, Northwest Education Services (NES) nutrition educators use a community-based approach that recognizes the unique strengths and challenges of each community they serve.
At BWROC, those who’ve battled addiction and won, shepherd others toward recovery
"We feel we are David going up against Goliath. Our need is greater than our current capacity, and our funding is limited," says Patrick Patterson, executive director at Blue Water Recovery Outreach Center. "Many people have turned to drugs and self-harm during these lonely months of isolation. We're here to offer our community hope, what everyone needs to push forward and be successful."
Michigan tackles dramatic rise in problem gambling
Numerous Michiganders have struggled with problem gambling since online gambling was legalized in the state, but help is available.
Local entrepreneur to launch women’s empowerment conference in downtown Port Huron this April
“The goal of the event is to bring women together and make them feel empowered and encouraged, because I feel it’s really lacking in today's community,” says Demiree Fultz, owner of Ruboo Boutique and organizer of the empowHER Conference. “Hopefully this can become an annual event and change the lives of those who attend.”
Success story: Daysha Woodley reflects on her small business success, running Thumb Coast Kitchens
Entrepreneurship isn’t some get-rich-quick scheme or fly-by-night success story, writes community correspondent Harold Powell.
