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Students Partnering With Woodlands Developmental Center Can Make A Difference This Summer

With summer vacation on the way, students will be enjoying their time off, as well as looking for opportunities to volunteer their services to benefit their community. 

If you have a student who would be interested in helping to make a difference in the lives of other students with developmental disabilities, Woodlands Developmental Center is looking for students to participate in their Links summer program.

Students in grades 7th – 12th will be providing peer-to-peer support in helping to develop life skills and promoting socialization. 

There is a required training before participating which takes place June 20th, and 21st, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. All paperwork required must be completed by Friday, May 12th.

If you would like more details and information on the program, please contact Chelsey Hull at: (810) 455-4366 or email at: hull.chelsey@sccresa.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Protect Our Children: Internet Safety Resource Available For Schools And Parents

The month of April is recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel are encouraging parents and schools to sign up for Michigan’s ProtectMiChild Registry.

With many children today using phones and tablets, or other means to connect to the internet, the potential for them to encounter questionable or unsuitable content for a child increases exponentially. Even sites that we may not think are dangerous could be compromised by those seeking to expose or exploit our children.  

ProtectMiChild is a free program that blocks adult-themed content, as well as ads for alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. The program can also connect with their social media apps such as Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram. They will be adding Youtube and TikTok to the list in upcoming months.  

If you would like to register your child or students to the program, visit: protectmichild.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Fashioned: Created For Purpose Seminar Offers Faith Based Empowerment

For women looking to restore their outlook on life and find their purpose in the world, the Port Huron Assembly of God invites you to their upcoming event, Fashioned: Created for Purpose.

The one-day seminar, sponsored by Daughters of the King Ministries, will be held on Saturday, April 29th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event will be held at the Port Huron Assembly of God, located at 835 River Street, Port Huron. 

Special guest speaker, Prophetess Tonya Thomason, Co-Founder and Co-Pastor of Kingdom Empowerment Ministries, will be there to share her gifts and wisdom to help women find their identity and purpose as mothers, wives, and guidance on their spiritual journey. 

The event will feature coffee hour, worship service, and lunch as part of the program.

If you would like to attend, you can register at: porthuronassembly@gmail.com or call Jessica at (810) 982-8503. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Port Huron Store “A Little Something” Set To Close Its Doors In May

If you’ve ever strolled the streets of downtown Port Huron you may be familiar with the small retail shop, A Little Something, after serving the local area for over a decade they are expecting to close their doors permanently next month.

A Little Something carries retail items such as coffee mugs, t-shirts, and novelty items, but they are most known for their ice cream and sweet treats. 

Owned by non-profit Touchstone Services, A Little Something also provided employment for individuals who face employment barriers due to certain disabilities or other challenges.

In 2020 the retail shop became a vendor in the Pine Grove Park concessions facility serving its famous ice cream along with snacks such as: hotdogs, potato chips, and beverages. They’ll be  continuing their operation in the park space this year.

The closing of the shop is due to an economic slump which has been affecting many small business owners in the downtown area.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Renters And Homeowners Are Invited To Port Huron Tenants’ Rights Training

If you’re a tenant renting your home, or you’re a homeowner, then you should check out the City of Port Huron’s Tenants’ Rights Training event for resources and information that you may find useful.

The Tenants’ Rights Training is a partnership between the City of Port Huron and Fair Housing Center of Metropolitan Detroit. 

The event will take place Thursday, April 20th, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Municipal Office Center Public Meeting Room, located at 100 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron. 

The training is free of charge and will cover topics such as:

  • How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Fraud
  • Habitability & Repairs 
  • Security Deposits & Late Fees
  • Michigan’s Anti-Lockout Statute

There will be a Q & A after the training is complete. Registration is required, so register today.

For registration, you can email: thomasj@porthuron.org or call (810) 984-9736 ext. 1153

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Birchwood Mall Welcomes A New Business, Dannie Shalom Beauty Supply

Those looking for a place to get their hair care products and other hair related needs fulfilled, can find everything they need at Birchwood Mall’s new store, Dannie Shalom Beauty Supply.

Dannie Shalom Beauty Supply opened its doors on Friday, April 7th offering a wide range of hair related products for men, women, and children.  

Hours of operation are Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

They offer items such as jewelry, hair gel, hair sponges, lip gloss, beard oils, wigs, hair accessories, and more. 

Check out Dannie Shalom Beauty Supply located in the Birchwood Mall at, 4350 24th Ave. Suite 236, Fort Gratiot.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell