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Beat High Gas Prices With Advia Credit Union’s Gas Card Giveaway

Tired of skyrocketing gas prices? Advia Credit Union has your back this summer with an incredible gas card giveaway! 

Advia Credit Union and WGRT 102.3 FM, are offering you a chance to win a $50 gas card to help you save at the pump!  

For a chance to win a $50 Speedy Q Markets gas card, head over to WGRT 102.3 FM on Facebook and WGRT 102.3 FM on Instagram, be sure to like and follow both pages for your chance to win! We’ll be picking lucky winners every Monday, starting June 12th through August 4th!

With 61 years of serving and giving back to our community, Advia Credit Union understands the importance of supporting its members. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to fuel your summer adventures.

Visit them online at Adviacu.org or visit one of their convenient branches in Port Huron, Fort Gratiot, Marysville, New Baltimore, or St. Clair for all your banking needs.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blue Water Area YMCA’s Camp Wanacombak Offers Fun-Filled Summer Experience for Kids

The Blue Water Area YMCA is offering its Camp Wanacombak to children seeking an exciting summer vacation experience.

The summer program includes exciting field trips, age-appropriate group activities, STEAM engagement, learning loss prevention activities, special events, and swimming at the YMCA. The camp ensures a perfect balance of indoor and outdoor experiences, keeping young minds active and engaged.

The 2023 session of Camp Wanacombak will run from June 19th to September 1st, Monday through Friday, with camp hours from 7 am – 6 pm. The program is open to children who have completed kindergarten up to those who have completed 6th grade.

Camp Wanacombak is made possible through the donations of community members and residents from the Blue Water Area. 

If you would like to help support this program and the many others offered by the Blue Water Area YMCA, feel free to volunteer or donate to the Open Arms Campaign by visiting bluewaterymca.org/open-arms.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Woman’s Life Club 11 to Host Massive Garage Sale Benefiting Scholarship Fund

Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 29th, as members of Woman’s Life Club 11 gear up for a spectacular Giant Garage Sale at the Woman’s Life Insurance Society located at 1338 Military Street, Port Huron. 

From 9 am – 2 pm, visitors can explore a treasure trove of household items, holiday decorations, jewelry, sporting goods, yard equipment, and much more. Woman’s Life Club 11 members generously donated these items, and instead of pricing them, they’ll be accepting cash donations only.

All proceeds from the sale will go towards Club 11’s esteemed Frank H. Lee Scholarship fund, which awards scholarships annually to members pursuing higher education in college or vocational schools. The Woman’s Life Insurance Society has pledged to match the first $500 raised, amplifying the impact of this charitable endeavor.

For more information or to donate items, please contact Vickie Fournier at (810) 985-5191 extension 169.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

MI New Favorite Snack Competition Announces Call For Entries

The MI New Favorite Snack competition has opened its Call for Entries for the upcoming event being held on Saturday, September 9th, at the McMorran Plaza.

With more than $75,000 in cash prizes at stake, the top winner will also secure a distribution agreement with All Star Services based in Port Huron.

The deadline for entries is June 30th, with a $100 fee per entry. To be eligible, companies must be Michigan Micro-Businesses with ten or fewer employees, possess the necessary licensing and insurance, be headquartered in Michigan, and offer appropriately packaged products for consumer purchase.

The Top 20 Finalists will be announced during the week of July 24th. All registered competitors, regardless of their finalist status, will have the opportunity to participate in the MI New Favorite Snack exhibition, allowing them to showcase their packaged goods to event attendees. 

For more information, and to register, visit: bluewaterchamber.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

5 Tips To Keep Children Safe Around the Pool This Summer

As summer approaches and families head to the water, it’s crucial to prioritize child swim safety. Here are five important tips to keep children safe around water:

  1. Constant Supervision: Always keep a close eye on children near water. Designate an adult as a designated “water watcher” as it only takes seconds for an accident to occur.
  2. Learn to Swim: Enroll children in swimming lessons taught by certified instructors like our friends at the Blue Water Area YMCA. 
  3. Use Proper Safety Gear: Ensure children wear appropriate flotation devices, such as life jackets, especially if they are inexperienced swimmers. However, remember that flotation devices are not a substitute for supervision.
  4. Secure Pool Area: Install fences, gates, and pool covers to prevent unsupervised access to the pool. 
  5. Educate Kids About Water Safety: Teach children about the dangers of water and establish rules, such as no running near the pool and no swimming alone. 

By following these child swim safety tips, families can enjoy a fun and safe summer season in and around the water.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

United Way Of St. Clair County Announces Their 1st Annual Road Rally

The United Way of St. Clair County is organizing its First Annual Road Rally. This event will take place on Saturday, June 24th, from 4pm – 6pm. The Road Rally, which functions as a scavenger hunt, will provide clues to complete various tasks along the way.

Each team must consist of four participants, with a registration fee of $120 per team. However, with a maximum of 20 teams, early sign-ups are encouraged.

Participants are encouraged to wear fun costumes during the rally, adding a lively and festive element to the event. Following the Road Rally, an after-party will be hosted by War Water Brewery.

Awards will be presented to the top three finishers of the rally, as well as for the best and most creative costume. This exciting event promises to be a thrilling adventure for a worthy cause, supporting the United Way’s efforts in St. Clair County.

For more information or to register, visit: uwstclair.org/roadrally.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell