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Feature Story Mike Bica waiting on the number five bus on Pine Grove Avenue.

Blue Water Area Transit upgrades bus shelters, providing safety and modern-look to Port Huron

Blue Water Area Transit is upgrading its system with new shelters for riders around the city. The improvements have been well received by local riders who depend on the transit system.

Feature Story Rosco the clown entertains children during the 2023 Yale Bologna Festival.

Celebrating small-town pride, Yale Bologna Festival returns for 34th year

A staple in the Blue Water Area for over three decades, the Yale Bologna Festival is set to return later this month.

Partner Content Gipson Family.

Kind Human 4 Human Kind awarded $18,500 grant

Giving back is nothing new to the Gipson family, but last fall they turned their passion for helping others into the nonprofit Kind Human 4 Human Kind and recently received a $18,500 grant from the Community Foundation to help with their mission.

Feature Story Harold Powell, Community Correspondent for The Keel.

Q&A: The journey of Community Correspondent Harold Powell

Harold Powell has become a local figure through his role as a Community Correspondent for The Keel. His journey reflects a profound love for his community and commitment to sharing its stories.

Feature Story Michigan Health and Hospital Association represents all community hospitals in the state.

How public health collaborations with hospitals benefit Michigan's communities

Yours, Mine and Ours — Public Health spoke with Lauren LaPine, Michigan Health and Hospital Association senior director of legislative and public policy about how various public health agencies and programs collaborate with hospitals across the state.  

Feature Story The Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park in Port Huron.

Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park in Port Huron provides local job opportunities

Port Huron officials are reacquainting their community with the city's industrial hub while they give it a long-awaited rebrand.

Feature Story 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. 

Feature Story 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.

Partner Content Jack Besgrove, pitcher for the Australia men's national softball team.

Blue Water Fast Pitch tournament brings international flavor to Port Huron

Sports fans watch out as the Blue Water Fast Pitch tournament brings some of the best-ranked softball teams and players worldwide on June 28-30 in Pine Grove Park.

Longform The Inclusive Health Care Taskforce hosted an information and resource fair on June 13.

Michigan coalition works to address health disparities for older adults

A broad coalition of Michigan organizations has come together to address health disparities that affect Michigan's rapidly growing population of older adults.

Partner Content OUCARES day camps create a space where autistic kids don’t feel judged, gain some independence from parents, and interact with peers.

Summertime is “a time of possibilities” and challenges for autistic kids and adults

Summer break creates opportunities for fun and family adventures along with the challenges of changing routines.

Partner Content 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.

Feature Story (Left to right) Jason Stier, SCAA Vice President, Cathy Ingles, SCAA Office Manager, and Dave Fry, SCAA President.

“There will be something for everyone” at St. Clair’s Art Fair this weekend

This year marks the St. Clair Art Association’s 53rd annual Art Fair featuring unique handmade crafts from 150 talented artists, displaying items at Palmer Park, Riverview Plaza, and the Alice W. Moore Center for the Arts.

Longform Molly Brouwer, infant and family specialist; Bethany Vukusic, Maternal Infant Health Program team su

How public health cares for Michigan's infants and new parents

Michigan’s state and local public health systems make great efforts to ensure that expectant mothers and infants get the best start possible.

Feature Story Display of flowers at Palmer Park done by the St. Clair Garden Club.

St. Clair Garden Club adds charm to the city through floral landscaping

The city of St. Clair is well known for its beautiful landscaping and it is their very own garden club members who are the behind-the-scenes artists investing their time to beautify their beloved town.

Feature Story Khalid El-Hakim, founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum.

Mobile Museum brings African American history to life in Port Huron

Khalid El-Hakim, the founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, visited Port Huron to showcase 150 artifacts highlighting African-American history ahead of Juneteenth. 

Feature Story James and Nicole Christie.

Sailing through life's waves together: The maritime love story of James and Nicole Christie

In the tranquil waters of Port Huron, Michigan, James and Nicole Christie, boat restorer and yacht captain, share a unique love story, interwoven with their mutual passion for the maritime world.

Feature Story Jackie Hanton, vice president of the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, running with her daughter Kennedy underneath the Blue Water River Walk archway.

Blue Water River Walk celebrates 10-year anniversary

After years of restoring the shoreline, The Blue Water River Walk has become one of the must-see sights in the area and is known for its wetlands, artwork, and pedestrian trail.

Feature Story Cecil Harvey at the Senior Talent Show in February 2024 sharing art pieces he makes out of cans.

A guardian angel on Cecil Harvey's shoulder

Cecil Harvey, 91 years old, should have been on the ship Daniel J. Morrell when it sunk in Lake Huron in November 1966. For the past few years, he has volunteered at the Council on Aging and is a member of the Port Huron Senior Center’s Advisory Board.

Partner Content May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Month: Cultivating a community of compassion

Moving beyond May, combating stigma is a priority. St. Clair County Community Mental Health highlights the ongoing efforts to educate the community, provide resources, and promote compassionate support to ensure all residents can access the mental health care they need.