Technology and Innovation

Site readiness program helps Blue Water Area prepare for future industrial opportunities

A new site readiness program is designed to give a competitive edge in the search for industrial parks and St. Clair County is already actively seeking industrial investment.

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Editor’s Picks: Top Stories from The Keel, 2025 Edition

The Keel Magazine’s Managing Editor Genevieve Fox selects her favorite stories from this year, and explains how readers can support the publication.

Local entrepreneur creates waterproof gear for outdoor enthusiasts with help from EDA

Aaron Hulett found the resources he needed to release his new company, P39 Adventure Gear, by working with the EDA of St. Clair County.

St. Clair EDA Emerge Fund ignites growth and success for startup entrepreneurs

Helping new local companies on their path to stability with expert marketing and resources through the Emerge Fund is the EDA of St. Clair County.

Sanilac County CMH CEO Wilbert Morris presents iPad to Sanilac County Sheriff Paul Rich
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs

Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.   

Community collaborations help coordinate shelter, food, clothing, and other basic needs alongside behavioral health services. Community Action of Allegan County home-delivered meals drivers.
Mental health agencies strengthen services through community collaborations

Across Michigan, community mental health (CMH) agencies are expanding their reach through partnerships with local organizations that address housing, transportation, and other barriers to care. These collaborations aim to create a more coordinated and accessible mental health system, particularly for individuals with complex needs.  

The START Collaborative's first retreat in January 2024.
From tornado to ice storm, collaborative addresses unmet needs in Otsego County

Inspired by a string of recent disasters, the START Collaborative aims to address unmet needs in Otsego County through collaboration between nonprofits, schools, hospitals, government entities, and businesses.

Blue Water Pride 2023.
Start your summer at these fun-filled events in St. Clair County this June

With the summer season on the rise, check out these fun-filled activities — from the Sturgeon Fest to the Blue Water Cruise, happening all across the county.

New Law and Public Safety program at St. Clair County's RESA's TEC to launch this fall.
RESA’s new Law and Public Safety program to empower high school students for the future

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.

There will be a variety of interactive scenes and simulators to play in and on, including the campground and riding in the kayak.
New exhibit inside the Carnegie Museum aims to inspire stewardship, teach nature topics

Friends of the St. Clair River is partnering with Port Huron Museums to establish the Blue Water, Green Spaces exhibit from April to September to connect the public with the region’s outdoors.

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