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Development News Matt Brooks.

Second year of Startup School looks to build on the success of the first

Startup School -- a daylong crash course in everything entrepreneur -- is back for its second year and ready to help budding business owners prepare for their future.

Feature Story Tom and Kathy Vertin invested in the Inn on Water Street.

Blue Water region awash in hotel development

The Blue Water region of St. Clair County is experiencing a building boom in boutique hotels as the area embraces regional cooperation.


Development News This St. Clair home can be yours for less than $100,000.

Real estate watch: 5 St. Clair County homes for less than $100K

Looking for a new home under $100,000? Here are a few options we found.

Feature Story Laura Scaccia with her best friend at Rice Cottage.

St. Clair's Rice Cottage full of charm, history and supernatural parallels

Rice Cottage in St. Clair dates back to 1900, when it was built as a summer home for Civil War veteran Frank R. Rice. 

Feature Story Margaret Aiken with the Daniel B. Harrington steam locomotive.

New museum director ready to shine beacon of light on Port Huron's hidden gems

Port Huron native Margaret Aiken ready to bring city's history alive at local museum sites.  

Development News Michigan Metal Coatings

Michigan Metal Coatings to expand Port Huron presence, add jobs and investment dollars

Port Huron based Michigan Metal Coatings earned a $200,000 performance-based grant to invest in its operations, including more jobs.

Feature Story Darnell Evans is the first recipient of the ASSET scholarship.

Scholarship program will help fill skilled trades jobs

Darnell Evans wasn't sure whether he would be headed to college this fall. Thanks to the ASSET scholarship program, Evans has a job and money for college courses.

Development News Carol Hall stands outside her new business, The Hallway Escape, in downtown Port Huron.

Escape room expands in downtown Port Huron with scavenger hunts, private party rooms, and more

Looking for more ways to escape? Port Huron's only escape room is growing into a bigger space.

Feature Story Thousands of people will flock to Lighthouse Beach for Float Down.

Float Down brings thousands of visitors to Port Huron

It's an unofficial summer party along the waters of the St. Clair River, and Float Down is expected to draw at least 5,000 people to Lighthouse Beach.

Development News This Sixth Street home is available for less than $100,000.

Real estate watch: 5 Port Huron homes for less than $100K

Take a look at these affordable purchase under $100,000

Feature Story Quentin Bishop helps a student with his business plan.

County poised to bring in more business, help entrepreneurs prosper

Quentin Bishop is on the job-touting the benefits of St. Clair County to businesses looking to invest in the area.

Development News Kim Johnson serves up ice cream with a smile at A Little Something.

Fresh ice cream added to downtown Port Huron gift store's offerings

If you've never stopped into A Little Something in downtown Port Huron, there's a sweet treat to entice visitors.

Feature Story More than 79 employers attended a job fair earlier this year at the college.

Revamped college program focused on creating more skilled workers

St. Clair County Community College is ready to boost training opportunities and fill vacant jobs with skilled workers who are ready to go.

Development News Sindy Marion works on the garden

Gardening supplies store and learning library opens in downtown Port Huron

Looking to grow your own food? A gardening company just opened up shop in downtown Port Huron, and they are ready to help.

Feature Story A sculptor works on his piece in a previous contest.

Artists give life to dramatic sculptures during Blue Water Sand Fest

Artists from across the U.S. and Canada will take inspiration from the breathtaking views of the Blue Water region to create stunning sand sculptures during the annual Sand Fest.

Feature Story Sometimes getting an internet connection at home is impossible, so Sarah Shifflett heads to the Raven Cafe when she needs a reliable connection.

Path to better internet access is nearing

Have you ever been on a deadline only to struggle to find an internet signal? That happens far too often in the Blue Water Area. Soon a study on how to boost broadband service will be complete, and hopefully provide solutions for residents.

Development News It's a fresh start at Vera Grace and Etta Mae's antique shop.

Downtown Marine City home decor store celebrates grand re-opening following devastating fire

A January fire marked a bridge in the road for Donna Tebeau. Should she retire, or should she rebuild her beloved Marine City business? The smoke cleared quickly and just a few months later, a new shop sits on Water Street.

Feature Story A floating office is the perfect summer office for Katie Stepp.

Get hooked on the water with Michigan Boat Rentals

Don't have a boat, but love spending time on the water? Check out Michigan Boat Rentals for your opportunity to explore the area from a new point of view. 

Feature Story In the Context of Love by Linda K. Sienkiewicz

Michigan authors you should be reading on vacation

Check out these Michigan authors during your summer vacation.

Feature Story Kirsten Sparks took top honors at the Student Business Plan Compeition

High school students pique community interest with innovative business plans

Ready to be leaders in the community, several high school students pitched new business ideas to a panel of investors.