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Bridge to Bay Trail adds new connection on Clinton Avenue in St. Clair Read Article

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From food truck to storefront restaurant, Fire Up Grill is becoming a local favorite Read Article

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St. Clair County Community College leads the way with new adaptive sports program Read Article

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As research shows impact of loneliness, local organizations work together to keep seniors connected Read Article

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Remembering the Pere Marquette Railroad Bridge Read Article

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Longform Shelby Coolbaugh, administrative assistant for the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP), and Salli Pung, state long term care omubdsman for MLTCOP. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan ombudsman program advocates for residents in long-term care facilities

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, April 19, 2024
The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program improves quality of care and quality of life for people living in nursing homes, homes for the aged, and adult foster care homes. 
Feature Story A Beautiful Me — Dress Repurposing Community Development

Youth at A Beautiful Me learn new skills, transform former dresses into new creations

Liz FredendallThursday, April 18, 2024
At local nonprofit A Beautiful Me, teenage girls are creating new life for dresses not fit for sale through the emerge360 program, helping reduce textile waste while also gaining valuable new skills.
Feature Story Inside one of the greenhouses at Griskie Farms Community Development

Griskie Farms continuing the small farm legacy in challenging times

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, April 18, 2024
Being a farmer isn't easy. Laura Rzanca of Griskie Farms explains the history behind the family business and the challenges of being a farmer today. 
Feature Story A variety of cone options are displayed at Hippy Dippy Creamery, located at 312 E. Huron Blvd. in Marysville. Economic Development

Hippy Dippy Creamery announces second location in Fort Gratiot

Rita MacDonaldWednesday, April 17, 2024
Over Memorial Day weekend, owners Matthew and Jamie Faulkner will open their newest location of Hippy Dippy Creamery in Fort Gratiot. 
Feature Story Recovery coaches gathering together at the Blue Water Recovery and Outreach Center for a week-long recovery coaching certification in the summer of 2022. Community Development

Recovery and outreach center in Port Huron receives grant to open engagement center

Genevieve FoxThursday, April 11, 2024
With a grant from the Community Foundation, the Blue Water Recovery and Outreach Center will be providing an engagement center to help those who are waiting for treatment after relapse.
Partner Content Residents in St. Clair County are lighting up their homes in blue to celebrate autism awareness Community Development

Marine City resident inspires community to #LightItUpBlue for autism awareness

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, April 11, 2024
After efforts made by a 32-year-old Marine City resident who has autism, the Marine City Chamber of Commerce and St. Clair County Community Mental Health joined with other communities across the globe to #LightItUpBlue for autism awareness.
Feature Story Nicole and Rob Fowler, the owners of Fowler's Creamery & Coffee, stand outside their storefront in downtown St. Clair with their children Nash (left) and Harper. Entrepreneurship

Fowler’s Creamery & Coffee to open in St. Clair this spring

Rita MacDonaldThursday, April 11, 2024
Long-time hairdresser, Nicole Fowler, says she is ready to pursue her dream of opening up an ice cream, coffee, and sweets shop, scheduled to open next month in St. Clair.
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Letter from the Editor: Liz bids farewell, introduces Genevieve Fox as The Keel’s new editor

Liz FredendallThursday, April 11, 2024
Liz Fredendall says goodbye and welcomes Genevieve Fox who is stepping into the position of Managing Editor for The Keel.
Longform Dr. Theresa Hastert (right) helped develop the Michigan Community Outreach to Address Financial Toxicity (MI-COST). Ali Fakih (left) is a research assistant with MI-COST, and Cornelius Wilson (center) sits on its Community Advisory Board. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Here's how Michigan organizations are working to reduce cancer treatment's crushing financial burden

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, April 11, 2024
In Michigan, several efforts are underway to help cancer patients prepare for, manage, and alleviate the financial struggles associated with treatment.
Longform Kimberly Singh (right), Michigan Oral Health Coalition board member and chief community and governmental affairs officer for My Community Dental Centers, chats with Dental Assistant Kortney Jones. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Oral health care is inaccessible to many Michiganders. This coalition is working to change that.

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, April 4, 2024
The Michigan Oral Health Coalition brings together a multitude of Michigan oral and general health partners to collaborate on improving oral health for all Michiganders, especially those who have barriers to access. 
Feature Story The Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan. Arts and Culture

New organization seeks to educate and empower the Hispanic community in Southeastern Michigan

Harold PowellWednesday, April 3, 2024
After a significant gap left by the disintegration of Hispanic organizations in the Blue Water Area, the Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan is set to fill the void by offering vital resources and educational services as they cultivate tradition and spread awareness across the region. 
Feature Story Previously known as Eddy Elementary, The Eddy Center in St. Clair now serves as the hub for numerous small businesses and organizations, including a local nonprofit and a daycare facility. Community Development

Former St. Clair County school Eddy Elementary reimagined

Genevieve FoxWednesday, April 3, 2024
Following its closure in 2019, the former Eddy Elementary has transformed into The Eddy Center, becoming an integral part of the St. Clair community and operating as a central hub for various small businesses and organizations.
Longform Teacher helping child at NEST Child Care and Parent Institute in Detroit Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

خارطة طريق "التعليم ما قبل الابتدائي للجميع" تتخذ منهجًا شاملًا لإطلاق برنامج "التعليم ما قبل الاب

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, April 2, 2024
في يناير 2023، أعلنت الحاكمة غريتشن ويتمر عن خطتها "التعليم ما قبل الابتدائي للجميع"، والتي ستوفر الوصول إلى التعليم ما قبل الابتدائي المجاني لجميع الأطفال البالغين من العمر أربع سنوات في ميشيغان بحلول عام 2027. في فبراير 2024، أصدرت دائرة التعليم مدى الحياة، التقدم، والإمكانيات في ميشيغان (MiLEAP) خطة الطريق مع توصيات حول كيف يمكن للولاية تحقيق هذا الهدف. شاركت مجموعة السياسات العادلة، وهي منظمة استشارية تعليمية في واشنطن العاصمة تركز على سياسات الرعاية والتعليم المبكرة، في تأليف خارطة الطريق.
Longform Robin Beasley is the director of Garden of Dreams Preschool inside First Congregational Church. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Tri-Share makes quality child care more affordable for working parents

Jaishree DrepaulTuesday, April 2, 2024
MI Tri-Share is a first-of-its-kind cost-sharing funding model. The state, the employee, and their employer each chip in for one-third of the price of child care.
Partner Content Disaster Response Fund Community Development

Community Foundation launches Disaster Response Fund

Community Foundation of St. Clair CountyFriday, March 29, 2024
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County recently introduced the Disaster Response Fund, a new fund designed to provide assistance to communities within St. Clair County that may face the impact of future disasters.
Feature Story A worker at Blue Water Controls exhibits a welding tutorial for Yale High School students during Manufacturing Day. Kids and Education

Manufacturing Day offers St. Clair County students a ‘new world of possibilities’

Joseph GoralThursday, March 28, 2024
Each year Manufacturing Day offers high schoolers across the country a look into the manufacturing industry, showcasing potential career paths through hands-on education.
Feature Story Lexington House Bed & Breakfast is located at 5712 Main St. in Lexington, Michigan. Entrepreneurship

Lexington House Bed & Breakfast provides special backdrop for unique stays

Sarah SpohnThursday, March 28, 2024
Donna and Joe Benoit, the owners of Lexington House Bed & Breakfast, are continuing the legacy of their village establishment by providing a unique space and face-to-face connections — something you won’t get from Airbnb.
Feature Story Students in Nikki DeGowske's class at Algonquin Elementary School receive hands-on learning of nature and wildlife. Kids and Education

Algonquin Elementary School teacher utilizes outdoor learning to enhance youth education

Genevieve FoxThursday, March 28, 2024
Elementary school students in Clay Township are engaging in one-of-a-kind learning in an outdoor classroom, receiving hands-on education with nature and wildlife.
Partner Content Riley Alley (left), Robert Wilkinson, and Jorja Baldwin are members of McLaren Port Huron Foundation's Board of Directors. Community Development

Q&A with McLaren Port Huron Foundation Board of Directors

Sarah SpohnWednesday, March 27, 2024
The McLaren Port Huron Foundation is dedicated to offering support for both hospital visitors and the broader community. Three members of the Foundation’s Board of Directors discuss their connections to the Blue Water Area and motivations behind getting involved.
Longform Teacher helping child at NEST Child Care and Parent Institute in Detroit Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

PreK For All Roadmap takes a holistic approach to rolling out PreK For All

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaWednesday, March 27, 2024
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) has released the PreK for All Roadmap plan with recommendations on how the state can achieve universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds in Michigan.
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