Choze Powell

Emerge Fund Opens Entrepreneurial Grant Applications For St. Clair County Businesses

St. Clair County’s entrepreneurial sector receives a boost as the Emerge Fund, a venture of the Community Foundation of St. Clair County and St. Clair Economic Development Authority (EDA), announces the opening of its grant applications. 

The Emerge Fund seeks to support entrepreneurs, early-stage startups, and existing small businesses within the county looking to launch or expand their operations.

From October 2nd to October 20th, interested parties can apply for grants with a maximum request of $5,000. The actual funding allocated will be determined based on the overall business impact and potential milestones. 

The Underground is a designated SmartZone operated by the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County and supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) that aims to foster growth and innovation in St. Clair County.

For more information, visit: startunderground.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

FEMA And FCC To Conduct Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test On October 4th

FEMA, in collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), is set to execute a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on Wednesday, October 4th, beginning at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET. 

The purpose of the test is to ensure that the systems continue to be effective means of warning the public about emergencies, particularly those on the national level.The dual-phase test will assess the capabilities of WEA and EAS, targeting consumer cell phones for WEA and radios/televisions for EAS. The WEA test will be multilingual, displaying messages in English or Spanish based on handset settings. 

FEMA and the FCC are working closely with stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, minimize confusion, and enhance public safety. In case of postponement due to severe weather, the backup testing date is October 11th.

For more information, visit: fema.gov.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Reports Thousands Of Vaccine Injuries And Deaths Sparking Controversy Amidst Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign

October marks Vaccine Injury Awareness month, and Michigan for Vaccine Choice (MVC) is amplifying personal stories of those affected.

According to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), Michigan alone has witnessed 1,000 deaths and four times as many vaccine injuries, challenging the widely held belief in vaccine safety.

A staggering 2 million nationwide have reported Covid-19 vaccine injuries and deaths. Contrary to expectations, a recent study suggests healthcare workers experience increased sickness with each Covid vaccination, raising concerns about the strain on public healthcare.

MVC’s initiatives, including the Vax-UnVax Bus and the 4th Annual Vaccine Injury Walk, aim to shed light on the enduring impact of vaccine-related injuries and deaths. Amidst the controversy, MVC emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing vaccine injuries.

For more information, visit: michiganvaccineinjury.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

BSBP Excellence Awards 2023: Celebrating Achievements Of Vision Impaired And Blind Individuals

The Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) along with the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) presents a first-of-its-kind virtual celebration, the BSBP Excellence Awards Ceremony, on Wednesday, November 15th, from 10 -11:30 a.m. 

The event will honor the remarkable achievements of BSBP’s customer community and distinguished business partners.

Despite the challenges posed by vision loss, BSBP customers will be spotlighted for their outstanding accomplishments in employment and independent living. The awards also extend to organizations that embody BSBP’s core values of inclusion and diversity.

Join this virtual gathering on Zoom as BSBP acknowledges the resilience and success of individuals and entities contributing to a more inclusive and diverse society.

Don’t miss out on witnessing the triumphs of the BSBP community, register here on ZOOM. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The Ongoing Science Behind Omega-3 And Mental Health

Contemporary science continues to unveil positive connections between omega-3 and cognitive well-being. While it may not make you “smarter” per se, ongoing research highlights a spectrum of brain-related benefits from long-chain omega-3 EPA and DHA found in fatty fish and supplements.

Renowned author and researcher Udo Erasmus, in his groundbreaking book “Fats that Heal Fats that Kill,” underscores essential fatty acids’ pivotal role in human health, combating diseases like heart disease and cancer. Numerous studies delve into omega-3’s diverse advantages, from reducing heart disease risk to enhancing learning skills, lowering anxiety, and aiding brain development.

Erasmus alerts to a crisis: Omega-3 being removed from modern diets. With omega-3, he envisions not just healthier individuals but also reduced healthcare costs in the future.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The Music You Listen To Could Be Physically Bad Or Good For You

Distinguished minds in psychology and neurology, Prof. William Forde Thompson and Assoc. Prof. Gottfried Schlaug, highlights music’s extraordinary potential in treating neurological impairment. 

In a Scientific American article, they share the inspiring journey of 11-year-old Laurel, who, post-stroke, struggled with communication due to severe brain damage. Melodic intonation therapy bridged the gap between hearing and speaking regions in her right brain, circumventing the damaged left-side pathways. After a 15-week treatment, Laurel transformed, articulating sentences of depth and complexity. In 2015, eight years post-accident, Laurel emerged as a motivational speaker for stroke survivors. 

Dr. Masaru Emoto’s water crystal experiments, though debated, add a fascinating layer, suggesting music’s impact on water. Meanwhile, a study comparing classical and popular music by Prof. James O. Young underscores classical music’s precision and expressiveness. The symphony of science and art continues to unravel the healing potential of music in neurological recovery.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell