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The Free Wheelin' statue at Palmer Park in St. Clair, MI welcomes a rose-stained dawn.

In Photos: Explore the Winter Wonderland of the Blue Water Area

Winter is in full swing. Take a look inside some of the snow-filled places across the county, from Marine City's historical city hall to Yale's Red Dog Cafe.

Port Huron’s Dance Academy inspires young dancers while supporting the community

The Dance Academy turns 50 this year and is owned by Donna and Charles Miller. The studio has dance classes for students of all ages, from ballet to hip hop, and donates regularly to local charities.

Pivot Roasters coffee beans tumble in a drum roaster.
Pivot Roasters: A Blue Water Area business with global roots

Local entrepreneur Rachael Odish shares her journey launching Pivot Roasters, a Port Huron-based business offering high-quality coffee products worldwide.

Left to right: Ralph Livingston, President Elect St Clair Rotary; Jackie Hanton, Vice President Community Foundation of St. Clair County; Bill Kauffman, St. Clair Rotary President execute the fund agreement.
St. Clair Rotary Club establishes fund at the Community Foundation

The local St. Clair Rotary Club announced the launch of their fund to support projects across the county. It was established through the Community Foundation of St. Clair County.

Production of "I Remember When" to set the stage on January 20, 2025 at SC4 Fine Arts Theatre in Port Huron.
St. Clair County Community College to host production “I Remember When” in honor of MLK Jr

On January 20, 2025, SC4’s Fine Arts Theatre will be showcasing its production of “I Remember When” highlighting historical moments that shaped the lives of African Americans.

InSHAPE staff pose with their National INSHAPE Program Innovator Award.
St. Clair County CMH InSHAPE program address patients’ mental and physical health

To provide a whole health integrative approach to wellness, St. Clair County Community Mental Health utilizes the InSHAPE program. This program provides participants with health and workout plans, group classes, diet plans, and other tools for physical and mental health.

Front cover of Greg DeVoogd's book "Easy Lessons Learned the Hard Way."
Port Huron resident Gregg DeVoogd releases first book: ‘Easy Lesson Learned the Hard Way’

After experiencing what was supposed to be an innocent fire, author Greg DeVoogd wrote a book to spread the word on fire safety and the importance of listening to your parents.

New Port Huron Mayor Anita Ashford.
Port Huron makes history with election of first African-American mayor, Anita R. Ashford

Anita Ashford reflects on her journey from community volunteer to historic mayor, vowing to continue her legacy of service and leadership in Port Huron.

Patti Manley.
Disaster Response Fund Reaches $100,000

A new year-end gift from a donor-advised fund has pushed the Disaster Response Fund for St. Clair County to the $100,000 level. The Community Foundation of St. Clair County launched the fund a year ago in response to growing natural and man-made disasters around the country.

Left to Right: Sharon Wilton and Tracy Willard.
Sharon Wilton honored as Port Huron’s NACW Woman of the Year

The Port Huron Chapter of the National Association of Career Women recently named Sharon Wilton the Woman of the Year for her positive influence and efforts in the community. 

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