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Feature Story Carol Hall, owner of The Hallway Entertainment, found a way to keep her business alive amid the COVID-19 pandemic Entrepreneurship

Owner of Hallway Entertainment solves latest puzzle: how to bring experiences directly to the people

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 2, 2020

Like many businesses, Hallway Entertainment has been temporarily shuttered due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s shelter-in-place order. But whereas other businesses can offer carry-out orders and sales via online gift shops, what can a business do when they don’t rely on physical goods but in-house experiences, instead?

Feature Story We the People, COVID-19, Mutual Aid Healthy Communities

Mutual aid is making a comeback during COVID-19 outbreak

Kate RoffThursday, April 2, 2020
Mutual aid is not a new idea, but with COVID-19 increasing the need of communities around the world, it’s becoming a more popular — and more organized — one.
Feature Story HElpinghands Sustainability

Need help? St. Clair County COVID-19 resources

Thursday, March 26, 2020
Many residents are in need of assistance due to the COVID-19 outbreak, find local resources that can help out during this time.
Feature Story Mannina's Wine House has found a home in Riverview Plaza Sustainability

Small businesses need extra boost during unexpected closures

Jodi RempalaThursday, March 26, 2020
Small businesses and restaurants are getting creative to stay open and serve their customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Entrepreneurs need support from their patrons now, more than ever. 
Development News Need a break from social distancing? Spend some time outdoors, go for a walk and enjoy what mature has to offer Healthy Communities

Friends of the St. Clair River offers tips for reducing anxiety in the times of social distancing

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 19, 2020
"It’s mostly just finding the time to unwind, to enjoy some deep breaths of the fresh air," Faust says, noting that one silver lining that can be found in the cloud of social distancing could be a more noticeable calmness and stillness that can be had outdoors.” - Sheri Faust, Friends of the St. Clair River   
Partner Content Programs like Young Professionals are helping more people find good jobs in Michigan. Economic Development

Michigan Works program helps young professionals succeed

Joyce WiswellThursday, March 19, 2020
“I wish I knew about it sooner. We could have used it with previous employees we have trained,” -Pete Cervini, Superior Heating & Cooling
Feature Story Drive -thru and pick-up lanes have been established in downtown Port Huron to help patrons do their business quickly. Healthy Communities

How pandemic is encouraging community, creativity in Port Huron region

Jodi RempalaThursday, March 19, 2020
Communities are working together to tackle the challenge of dealing with the COVID-19 virus which has closed schools and many businesses across the region.
Development News Ready or not, gaming is now a college sport at St. Clair County Community College Kids and Education

In its inaugural season, SC4 Esports team among the very first to compete

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 12, 2020
In the fall of 2019, the NJCAA, the national governing board of two-year college athletics, announced the formation of NJCAA Esports. It’s a move that makes sense. In wanting to appeal to young people, it can only benefit colleges to offer the things that they enjoy the most.
Feature Story Too much wake from passing boats creates significant problems for those living along the water in Clay Twp. Sustainability

High water: St.Clair County communities prepare for record-high water levels this spring

Allison Torres BurtkaThursday, March 12, 2020
“When you look at Lake Michigan and Huron in the spring of last year, we had a really significant rise . . . and then this past fall and early winter, we saw less than usual seasonal declines." Lauren Fry, Army Corps of Engineers
Economic Development

From starter homes to riverside condos, Port Huron offers different home-buying opportunities

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 5, 2020
While our real estate checks often focus on starter homes, the truth is that there is a diverse array of housing options throughout the Blue Water region.
Feature Story 24hours-gw-graphic1 Arts and Culture

Spend 24 hours in Port Huron with Gordon Whitney

Jodi RempalaThursday, March 5, 2020
"[I have enjoyed] being able to watch Port Huron become the comeback kid. I’ve seen a lot of progress over the many years of being here. I am continually encouraged by the tenacity and drive that this city has to keep improving upon itself." -Gordon Whitney
Feature Story Photo courtesy Blake Farms.

Macomb County’s Blake Farms expands business with a new line of CBD-infused products

Ashley ZlatopolskyThursday, March 5, 2020
Blake Farms’ next-generation son Andrew Blake aims to create value-added products with a new wellness line.
Development News Knowing how to capture the perfect smile is one sign of a great photographer Arts and Culture

Photography studio celebrates opening in re-purposed elementary school in Marine City

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2020
"I’m a photographer of children, something that people only spend their extra income on. If I’m doing this good then the area must be doing well." -Jennifer Knightstep
Feature Story Chef Jacob Verstegen is committed to providing fresh, sustainable foods for restaurant patrons. Diversity

Executive chef dishing up flavorful options at St. Clair Inn

Elizabeth ClarkThursday, February 20, 2020
Once Chef Jacob Verstegen was situated in Michigan, he spent his first six weeks visiting and forging partnerships with local farms. "I came to farms to find out what's gonna grow, and make sense, and talked to the farmers."
Development News A local CBD store has opened in St. Clair. Economic Development

From seed to sale: Local hemp farmers open CBD store in the St. Clair Plaza

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 13, 2020
Since opening in January 2020, Mara McCalmon says that much of her time is spent explaining the pain-reducing effects and benefits of CBD oil-based products to curious passers-by. In fact, it took quite a bit of explaining to get the business opened in the first place.
Partner Content Finding good employees can be a challenge in the manufacturing world, Michigan Works! offers solutions for those problems. Economic Development

On-the-job training gives companies peace of mind, cash back

Joyce WiswellThursday, February 13, 2020
On-the-Job Training from Michigan Works! Macomb/St. Clair helps companies fill jobs and even reimburses employers half of a new hire's wage for the first three months.
Development News 1000 Joanwood Drive Marysville Community Development

Real estate check: Marysville edition

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 6, 2020
Marysville is an attractive option for people looking to call St. Clair County home. Here are a few available homes on the market.
Feature Story Riders can enjoy riding trails across the state from South Have all the way to Port Huron. Healthy Communities

From Port Huron to South Haven: How the Great Lake to Lake Trail links up communities

Allison Torres BurtkaThursday, February 6, 2020
The Great Lake to Lake Trail is intended to be a “destination trail”—“one that people travel from around the state and the country to explore." -Fred Phillips, Friends of the Clinton River Trail. 
Development News Intelashelf--an all-in-one audio, video, and electronic charging device makes working with electronics neater and smoother. Economic Development

St. Clair man receives recognition for invention at world's top conference for consumer electronics

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 23, 2020
"The biggest problem in the household today is cord and cable clutter. I’m a single dad raising two boys and there are charging cords everywhere. One day I saw my 12-year-old dragging an extension cord across the sofa. We have limited space for more and more electronics. That’s how Intelashelf was born." - Dan Cass
Feature Story Working together Amy Amiels, Sandee Kuhfedlt and Chris Campbell created Dock 421, a coworking space in Algonac. Entrepreneurship

Algonac's co-working site propelling local businesses forward

Andrea HarringtonThursday, January 23, 2020
Amy Amiels started out wanting to find a storefront for her accounting business. After having no luck, that business idea grew into something much bigger when she and her partners launched the co-working space Dock 421 in Algonac.
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