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Closings for January 23rd 2024

Due to hazardous road and weather conditions, the following will be closed or delayed on January 23rd, 2024.

St. Clair County:

  • Council on Aging – no home delivered meals and meal sites are closed
  • 4K Learning Center Northgate
  • Algonac Community Schools
  • Blue Water Choices
  • Cardinal Mooney Catholic High
  • East China School District
  • East Shore Leadership Academy
  • Holy Cross Catholic
  • Landmark Academy
  • Life Skills Bright Futures
  • Life Skills Opportunities
  • Marysville Public Schools
  • Memphis Community Schools
  • New Life Christian Academy
  • Port Huron Area Schools
  • St. Clair County RESA Admin
  • St. Clair TEC
  • St.Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy
  • Westfield Charter Academy
  • Woodland Develop Center
  • Yale School District

Macomb County:

  • Anchor Bay School District
  • Armada Area Schools
  • CSDD New Haven
  • Centerline Prep
  • Great Oaks Academy Warren
  • Harper Woods CCI Center
  • Macomb Montessori
  • Michigan Collegiate
  • Michigan Math and Science ACDY
  • New Haven Community Schools
  • Richmond Community Schools
  • St. Augustine Catholic
  • St. Peters Lutheran
  • Westfield Charter Academy

Sanilac County:

  • Harper Woods CCI Center
  • Sanilac Special Ed
  • 4K Learning Center Southgate
  • Westfield Charter Academy

Lake Huron Medical Center Employees Rally Together, Raise $10,000 For United Way Of St. Clair County

Lake Huron Medical Center (LHMC) is celebrating the outstanding generosity of its dedicated employees, who united to raise an impressive $10,000 for the United Way of St. Clair County. The funds were garnered through a company-wide initiative, showcasing the employees’ commitment to community welfare.

The LHMC staff showcased their philanthropic spirit by organizing diverse fundraising activities, ranging from raffles to themed lunches and a spirited “Pie in the Face” contest, where a leader bravely faced a pie for raising the most funds. The enthusiasm displayed by employees surpassed expectations, emphasizing their dedication to supporting this commendable cause.

Jose Kottoor, CEO of LHMC, along with several organization members, presented the donation to Matt Markham and Paul Miller, local radio personalities and the 2023 Chairs for the United Way Campaign. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Back To The Bricks Backroads Promo Tour Rolls Into Downtown Port Huron With A Display Of Over 300 Classic Cars

Downtown Port Huron is set to be transformed into a classic car haven on Tuesday, June 11th, as the City welcomes more than 300 vintage automobiles for the annual Back To The Bricks Backroads Promo Tour. 

This renowned tour, making its final stop in Port Huron, is a celebration of classic cars and automotive culture. 

Huron Ave, spanning from Glenwood Ave to Quay St, will host the static display of classic cars, inviting local owners to join the event if space permits. Partnerships with organizations like Mainstreet Memories Car Show, Inc., contribute to the event’s success, emphasizing collaboration between various entities to create a memorable experience for the community. 

For information, visit: Back to the Bricks Promo Tour.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Afterschool Partnership Applauds Governor Whitmer’s $50 Million Boost For Afterschool Programs

The Michigan Afterschool Partnership (MASP) expresses gratitude for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s recent announcement of a groundbreaking $50 million in grants to bolster after school, out-of-school time, and summer learning programs across Michigan. Administered by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential (MiLEAP), this unprecedented funding aligns with MASP’s mission to provide high-quality out-of-school time programming for every student in the state.

MiLEAP, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Education, awarded $50 million to 783 sites, benefitting 126 out-of-school time programs in the 2023-24 Out-of-School Time (OST) Grant initiative. This initiative aims to expand OST program participation and alleviate costs for families.

Erin Skene-Pratt, MASP’s executive director, emphasized the invaluable impact of out-of-school time programs on students’ academic performance, behavior, and future earning potential. Despite the increased grants, there remains a critical need for sustained, consistent funding, with over 750,000 Michigan youth on waitlists.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The Arc Of St. Clair County Gears Up For 2nd Annual “Show the Love” Dinner/Dance Featuring Julianne Ankley

Mark your calendars for a night of love, music, and support as The Arc of St. Clair County prepares for its 2nd Annual “Show the Love” Dinner/Dance on Thursday, February 8th. 

The event, held at Alexander’s Premier Banquet Facility and Catering in Marysville from 6 – 9 p.m., promises an unforgettable evening with a special guest appearance by Julianne Ankley, a celebrated Singer/Songwriter named CBS Detroit’s “Best Of Country Music in Detroit.” 

For $40 per person, attendees can enjoy not only great music but also a photobooth, silent auction, and booze pull. This event is a wonderful opportunity to show love and support for The Arc of SCC. 

For more information, visit: TheArcSCC.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Unveils Groundbreaking Roadmap To Rural Prosperity

In a historic move, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Rural Prosperity has unveiled the “Michigan Roadmap to Rural Prosperity.” 

Representing the first-ever comprehensive report from the State of Michigan, the roadmap focuses on addressing the challenges faced by rural communities. The vision outlined in the roadmap emphasizes creating resilient, connected rural ecosystems that foster long-term prosperity. 

Key strategies include diversifying the workforce, improving individual health and economic well-being, supporting local service delivery capacity, expanding housing opportunities, building resilient infrastructure, and fostering regionally driven economic development. 

The report underscores the significance of collaboration between state agencies, decision-makers, and rural communities in overcoming the complex, structural challenges. Michigan aims to be a trailblazer in promoting responsible stewardship of natural assets, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for its rural areas.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell