Art teacher and advocate Jason Stier empowers at-risk youth through art education. As vice president of the St. Clair Art Association, he also helps facilitate public art events and projects that foster creativity and connection in the Blue Water Area.
Tires and Treads is a community-driven, local non-profit organization that strives to ensure every child has access to basic clothing needs, which was the dream of the organization's founder, Fran Morris.
Grant money provided by the Community Foundation of St. Clair has provided Leslie Cieplechowicz with the new role of Community Correspondent. This role will provide opportunities for minority-owned businesses and rural residents to be highlighted, focusing on recognizing diversity within the Blue Water Area.
This year, on May 14, the Community Foundation is hosting The Big Give event, a 24-hour giving rally that supports local nonprofits and highlights philanthropic efforts.
The Spotted Lanternfly, native to Asia, was recently detected in Macomb County. On April 29, Goodell’s County Park will host a workshop to teach community members how to spot, prevent, and monitor the invasive insect.
The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency is developing plans to add Law and Public Safety to its current Technical Education Center programs. The program is set to begin this fall.
SCCCMH recently announced the winners of their 2025 Creative Arts Contest, highlighting art created by elementary, middle, and high school students across the county and its positive impact on mental wellness.
Josh Chapman, CEO of the Blue Water YMCA, is implementing a new program to find out what is important to young people, how they are coping in their daily lives, and what they hope for the future.
Josh Chapman returned to his hometown four years ago to serve as CEO at the YMCA of the Blue Water Area, the same Y he attended as a child and where he had his first college internship. The Y has added and expanded its programs that promote healthy living and provide food and other essential services.
Blue Water Area Transit partners with many agencies in the community, including the Council on Aging to provide transportation services and has received numerous awards for services.
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