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Detroit Rock City Investigates The Paranormal At Carnegie Museum

Ever wonder if one of the most popular historic buildings in the Blue Water Area is haunted? Now you can find out with Detroit Rock City Paranormal as they investigate the Carnegie Museum this fall.

The historic Carnegie Museum opened its doors back in 1904, so there may be some things that go bump in the night. On Saturday, October 29th, from 7 PM – 11:59 PM, adults 18 and up can participate in a paranormal investigation. Detroit Rock City Paranormal is a team of paranormal investigators who use modern technology to discover if there are hauntings or other paranormal activity at specific locations.

Tickets are $35 for museum members and $40 for the general public. Guests are also welcomed to bring their own equipment if they would like, but it isn’t necessary.

For more information visit: phmuseums.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Weatherization Program To Help Low Income Families Reduce Bills This Winter

Governor Whitmer proclaims October to be Weatherization Month. To help low income families with their bills this winter, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will be receiving a large increase in federal funding. 

More than $183 million in additional funding is available over the next five to seven years.  The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) reduces energy costs by an average of $283 per year. 

Elizabeth Hertel, Director of MDHHS says “We want to make sure Michigan residents can keep their heat turned on this winter, getting your home weatherized will also help reduce energy costs, allowing you to spend your money on food, clothing, and other critical household needs. 

For those interested in applying for the Weatherization Assistance Program contact your local energy provider. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Enter Stage Right Presents An Adaptation Of A Sci-Fi Classic

H.G. Wells’ classic science fiction novel, The Island of Dr. Moreau is being adapted into a frightening good live performance by Enter Stage Right at The Citadel. 

Directed by Regina Spain, “Moreau’s Horrors” centers around an outcast doctor who runs cruel experiments on his creations of human/animal hybrids. The play is a drama/thriller with a mature content and violence warning, so if that’s not for you be sure to steer clear of this one. For those looking for something to put them in the Halloween mood, this is right up your alley. “Our preview audiences loved the story, characters, design, and of course, our amazing special effects,” says Spain. 

Each weekend from Friday, October 14th – Sunday, October 23rd, guests can catch the performance at The Citadel Stage located at 609 Huron Ave, in downtown Port Huron. Pre-purchased tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children, with prices being slightly higher at the door.

For more information visit: enterstageright.org.  

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Make Breast Cancer Screenings a Priority

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is asking women to prioritize screenings to improve health outcomes.

The American Cancer Society estimates that 8,900 new cases of breast cancer will be reported in Michigan in 2022. Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer for Michigan women, and it’s also estimated to cause 1,390 deaths this year.

MDHHS has two screening programs available for eligible individuals, the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program, and the WISEWOMAN Program. Both include free health screenings.

Locally, breast cancer screenings can be scheduled at both McLaren Port Huron and Lake Huron Medical Center through a patient’s primary care physician, or at the People’s Clinic for Better Health for those who are uninsured or on Medicaid.

Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for MDHHS, said, “Early detection through breast cancer screening is one of the most effective tools we have to prevent breast cancer deaths. Cancer screening can pick up early signs of disease, at stages when treatment is much more effective. This increases the chances of survival and can lower the cost of care.”

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

Local Agencies Team Up To Promote Fire Prevention Week

In the event of a house fire do you and your family have an escape plan? Have you prepared yourself or practiced using your fire extinguisher lately? These are questions every family should be able to answer with a resounding yes. 

Fort Gratiot and Burtchville Twp. Fire Departments have teamed up with State Farm and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign. Beginning October 9th – October 15th, the “Fire Won’t Wait, Plan Your Escape” campaign seeks to educate the community on simple steps they can take to keep themselves safe in the event of a fire.

Megan Simmons, a local State Farm agent, urges residents to have a fire escape plan, as a house fire can affect any of us at any given moment. “Fire presents a real risk to all of us, making it important for every member of the community to take these messages seriously and put them into action,” says Simmons.

For more information about Fire Prevention Week visit: fpw.org.  

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Art Hop: 2022 Fall Edition Coming To Downtown Port Huron

Looking for some fall fun for the whole family? Well if you’re into the creative arts, local artists and businesses are gearing up for this weekend’s Art Hop: 2022 Fall Edition, in Downtown Port Huron. 

Beginning Friday, October 14th, from 5 PM – 8 PM, Art Hop is an annual event that celebrates the arts. It is held twice a year in Port Huron and features over 50 artists, from painters to crafters. There will be plenty of food, and fun for all ages. With the holidays around the corner you may find something special for your loved ones at this mini-sidewalk festival. 

For more information, visit: Port Huron Art Hop on Facebook.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell