Choze Powell

Dean Transportation Promotes School Bus Safety During National School Bus Safety Week

Dean Transportation, a company with over five decades of experience in transporting students across Michigan, is actively advocating for the importance of school bus safety during National School Bus Safety Week, running from Oct. 16th to Oct. 20th.

This year’s National School Bus Safety Week features a student poster contest, with the selected poster, “Safely Rolling to my Destination,” created by Avrie Siedschlag from Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The poster provides essential safety tips for students boarding, riding, or disembarking from school buses.

Michigan’s Operation Safe Stop program will run in conjunction with National School Bus Safety Week, aiming to educate drivers on sharing the road with buses to enhance student safety during loading and unloading at bus stops. Dean Transportation also plans to show appreciation for school bus professionals through various promotional materials and social media posts.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Department Of Education Invites Applications For 10 Cents-A-Meal Program to Boost Nutrition For Kids And Local Farms

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has officially launched the application process for the highly anticipated “10 Cents A Meal for Michigan’s Kids & Farms Program.” This initiative, now in its second year, aims to bolster the nutritional quality of children’s meals while supporting the local agriculture and food business economy.

The state-funded program provides grants of up to 10 cents per meal to schools, early care and education settings, and non-school sponsors for their purchases of Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, and dry beans. 

MDE Farm to Program Consultant, Cheyenne Liberti, emphasized the potential impact of the program this year, with expanded participation and enhanced communication between grantees and food vendors. The program strives to facilitate the sourcing of local produce from Michigan farms, benefiting both students’ nutrition and local agriculture.

For more information, visit: tencentsmichigan.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Gov Whitmer Press Conference April 6, 2020

Governor Whitmer To Lead Efforts As Chair Of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors And Premiers

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has been named the next chair of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers (GSGP), a bipartisan and transnational coalition of regional leaders. 

This prestigious appointment reflects Governor Whitmer’s commitment to preserving the Great Lakes, which provide drinking water, recreation, and economic opportunities for millions of people. Governor Whitmer, who has spearheaded historic investments in safeguarding the Great Lakes from pollution and enhancing climate-resilient infrastructure, expressed her enthusiasm for the role. She underscored the importance of addressing challenges such as invasive species and the climate crisis. 

Outgoing chair, Wisconsin Governor Evers, praised Whitmer’s dedication to protecting the region’s vital natural resources and announced her appointment as the next leader of GSGP. Whitmer’s leadership promises to strengthen efforts to safeguard this invaluable freshwater resource for future generations.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Last Chance To Visit Sanilac County Museum’s Haunted Village

The Sanilac County Museum’s Haunted Village has been a spine-tingling success, and for those who haven’t experienced the thrills yet, there’s still a chance.

The museum has announced one last chance to embark on a hair-raising adventure through the Haunted Village on Saturday, October 21st, from 7 – 9 p.m., there is a $5 per entry fee per individual.

The Haunted Village offers a multitude of spooky attractions, including a Super Spooky Trail and a Family-Friendly Trail, a Creepy Doll Contest, Cartoon Cinema, a Crazy Skeleton Train, Spider Ward Cottage, Wednesday’s Schoolhouse, and The Pumpkin House.

The event features a creepy cast, including Zeek the Zombie, The Gatekeeper, Boogha the Creepy Baby Doll, and more. In addition, the Creepy Cafe will be offering treats including popcorn, hot cocoa, hot cider, and a s’mores kit.

For more information, visit: sanilaccountymuseum.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Sarnia Celebrates Successful Playground Replacement Program With Improved Harry Turnbull Park Playground

In a resounding victory for community recreation, the City of Sarnia rejoices in its 2023 playground replacement program, marked by the unveiling of a vastly upgraded playground at Harry Turnbull Park. This transformation, funded by a $300,000 investment, demonstrates the City’s unwavering commitment to enhance the vitality of its recreational spaces.

Facilities Manager, Tom Burnard, extolled the significance of these playgrounds in fostering outdoor enjoyment, diverse play options, physical activity, and social interaction for the youth. He emphasized that such investments ensure the adaptability of amenities to ever-evolving community needs.

The newly improved Harry Turnbull Park playground boasts an obstacle-course-style play structure, catering to varying abilities and play preferences. Sarnia also allocated $300,000 to upgrade playgrounds in Cardiff, Lansdowne, Agincourt, Retlaw, and Newton Parks.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Detroit’s Monroe Street Midway Transforms Into Winter Wonderland With Exciting Festival

Prepare for a winter wonderland in the heart of downtown Detroit as the Monroe Street Midway, near Campus Martius, undergoes a magical transformation into a winter festival beginning November 9th. The festivities promise to be a delight for visitors of all ages.

Winter Highlights:

  • Winter Bumper Cars: Get ready for an exhilarating ride on the slick rink, brought to you by RollerCade.
  • Arctic Slide: Experience an arctic blast as you ride an inner tube down the thrilling 20-foot-high, 80-foot-long slide, courtesy of Come Play Detroit.
  • Puck-Putt: Test your hockey skills along the nine-part course, brought to you by Come Play Detroit.
  • Midway Arcade: Enjoy friendly competition with games like Pop-a-Shot and dodgeball.
  • Food Favorites: Savor toasty treats, including burgers, pierogies, homemade chili, chicken sandwiches, and more.
  • Santa Sightings: Capture the magic with photos of Santa.

The Monroe Street Midway winter festival runs from November 9th to January 7th, promising months of chilly fun and excitement for all.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell