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A sign at the start of the Michigan Nature Association trail reads "Leave nothing but your footsteps. Take nothing but inspiration"

Looking to stay active outdoors? Here are 4 local spots in St. Clair County

The summer can be a great time to enjoy the outdoors. In St. Clair County, there are many local spots for the community to enjoy activities like walking, bike riding, fishing, swimming, mushroom foraging, and more. 

A participant on tractor at last years Berville Festival's Tractor Pull Competition.
Start your tractors at this years Berville Festival

The Berville Festival, hosted by the Berville Lions Club is celebrating its 45 years on July 13 and 14. They have capitalized on the county residents' love of tractors and the Lions raise money yearly for their important causes while bringing the community together.

Historic Trolley at the Downtown Transit Center in Port Huron.
Blue Water Area transit’s historic summer trolley on the road again

Blue Water Area Transit's 40th season of providing seasonal fixed-route service on its narrated historic trolley. Explore the historical background and current details on the trolley service area, times, and cost, where to board the trolley, and where to find and get more information on the trolley service.

Intuitive Ion staff using the Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy technology to check a patient.
Robotic biopsy technology saves hundreds of lives at McLaren Port Huron

McLaren Port Huron is one of a few hospitals in the state to utilize robotic-assisted bronchoscopy technology. The use of the innovative tool is helping to diagnose lung cancer earlier, and giving patients better outcomes.

Clarissa Lademer
The Community Foundation to support veterans through new fund

After receiving donations, the Community Foundation launched the veterans fund to support programs, projects and initiatives that benefit veterans living in St. Clair County.

Stacy Elliott holding her book Grandfather's Whispers.
Stacy Elliott to publish her first book Grandfather’s Whispers in August

Stacy Elliott, the Grant and Program Manager at the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County talks with The Keel about the process of writing her first published novel and her book launch party set in August.

Clara Garcia at the Port Huron Senior Center Talent Show on February 20, 2024.
Music makes Clara Garcia’s feet wiggle

Clara Garcia is an 86-year-old retired nurse and member of the Port Huron Senior Center who loves to dance. She takes exercise classes, hula hoops, and has visited over 30 countries.

Dillon Barr works with students in a classroom, teaching them about how to find to find their path.
Port Huron author turns imagination into reality

Dillon Barr, a Port Huron-based author, uses his passion for comic books to inspire imagination in kids worldwide.  

On the right, Bill Bundy at the old Colony Bar in Port Huron between 1958 - 1961. On the left, Bill Bundy rehearsing at the Port Huron Senior Center for the talent show in February 2024.
The music goes on for Bill Bundy

Member of the Port Huron Senior Center, Bill Bundy has played guitar in the Blue Water area since he was 15. 

Chuck Kelly and Donna Niester.
Community Foundation selects Donna Niester & Chuck Kelly for Lifetime Achievement Awards

This upcoming May, The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is honoring Donna Niester and Chuck Kelly with Lifetime Achievement Awards. 

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