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Join The TAFL Blue Water Ducks Cheer Clinic

Do you have a young child interested in becoming a cheerleader? The Cheer Coaches of Blue Water Ducks Cheer Program are offering a clinic that will get them started in pursuing their passion.

On Saturday, April 29th they will be holding registration at Port Huron Northern High School located at 1799 Krafft Rd, Port Huron. Registration time is 9:30 a.m., and the clinic will be from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. The event will be for students in K – 7th grades.

There will be a limited number of t-shirts given at registration so get there early. Students will learn a two 8 count dance, 2 chants, tumble skills/drills, and stunts. 

Registration forms can be found on the bluewaterducks.com website and must be mailed in with payment via cash or check, or you can register at the door. Tickets are $20 per person with no refunds. 

For more information, visit: bluewaterducks.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill Easter Egg-Stravaganza Coming Soon

Spring is near and Easter is on its way, so why not take the family for a fun-filled Easter themed event at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill.

Located at 17985 Armada Center Rd, Armada, Blake’s Orchard is a popular location known for their amazing donuts, apple picking, and cider. 

On Sunday, April 2nd, they will be hosting their Easter Egg-stravaganza event from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be plenty of fun activities for children and adults such as the Easter egg hunt through the orchard, photos with the Easter bunny, free face painting, crafts, and a small animal petting farm. You and the family can also enjoy a meal inside of the Tasting Room. 

For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit: blakefarms.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

PHASD Participating In National Reading Month Activities

The month of March is known for being the month we observe St. Patrick’s Day, but it’s also National Women’s History Month, and Irish American Heritage Month. If you didn’t know, March is also designated as National Reading Month.

To celebrate reading, the Port Huron Area School District (PHASD) will have teachers and members from the local community attending the elementary schools to read aloud to the children, as well as having fun activities to keep them engaged and involved. This activity is used to encourage young students to read more often, as well as learning the value and importance of reading.

The Steam Academy at Woodrow Wilson recently had two guest readers last week. Kevin Totty from the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, and Port Huron Mayor, Pauline Repp took time out of their busy schedules to read to the students and encourage them to keep up the good work. 

If you’d like to know how to become a part of the reading activities or would like more information, contact your local elementary school or visit: phasd.us. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Six Cottages At The Old Club On Harsens Island Destroyed By Fire

A tragedy strikes the local community of Harsens Island in Clay Township, with the destruction of six cottages located on the property of The Old Club. 

On Wednesday, March 8th, a fire broke out which caused the destruction of six cottages located on the property. The homes are typically used as a summer vacation for those visiting the area.

There is currently no cause for the fire, as it is still undergoing investigation. There are currently no reported injuries in the incident and the Board of Directors are securing a professional team of environmental specialists to advise on cleanup to lessen the environmental impact of the blaze. 

The Old Club celebrated its 150th Year Anniversary last season, but the owners say they won’t let this setback deter them from continuing a century and a half of tradition.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

School Closings for March 10th, 2023

Due to the inclement weather expected on March 10th, the following St. Clair, Sanilac and Macomb County Schools will be closed… List will update as closings follow:

St. Clair County:

  • Marysville Public Schools
  • Harper Woods CCI Center
  • Algonac Community Schools
  • East China School District
  • Capac Community Schools
  • Cardinal Mooney Catholic
  • Landmark Academy
  • New Life Christian
  • Yale School District
  • Woodland Develop Center
  • Port Huron Area School District
  • Memphis Community Schools
  • St. Clair TEC
  • Holy Cross Catholic
  • East Shore Leadership Academy
  • Life Skills – Bright Futures
  • St. Edward on the Lake Elem.

Macomb County:

  • Regina High
  • Noor International Academy
  • New Dawn Academy
  • Great Oaks Academy-Warren
  • Anchor Bay School District
  • Eastpointe Community Schools
  • Fraser Public Schools
  • Lakeshore Public Schools
  • Prevail Academy
  • Southlake Schools
  • Warren Woods Public Schools
  • Academy of Warren
  • Angels Corner Center
  • Arts Academy in the Woods
  • Assumption Center
  • Assumption Nursery
  • Austin Catholic Highschool
  • Bethlehem Lutheran Early Learning
  • CSDD New Haven
  • CSDD Shelby
  • CSSD Warren
  • Centerline Prep Academy
  • Centerline Public Schools
  • Chippewa Valley School District
  • Clinton Township Senior Center
  • Cross of Glory Lutheran
  • Eaton Academy
  • First Friends Montessori
  • Fitzgerald Public Schools
  • Huron Academy
  • Immaculate CNCPTN Catholic – Warren
  • Immanuel Lutheran Macomb
  • L’anse Creuse Public Schools
  • Lakeview Public Schools
  • Little Turtle Preschool
  • Lutheran High-North
  • Macomb Academy
  • Macomb ISD Special Ed
  • Merrit Acadmeny
  • Michigan Montessori Children’s Academy
  • Montessori Children Academy Clinton
  • Mt. Clemens Coommunity Schools
  • Mt. Clemens Montessori Academy
  • Parkway Christian
  • Peace Lutheran – Shelby Township
  • Richmond Community Schools
  • Romeo Community Schools
  • Roseville Community Schools
  • St. John Lutheran Fraser
  • St. Mary Catholic Mt. Clemens
  • Utica Community Schools
  • Van Dyke Public Schools

Sanilac County:

  • Westfield Charter Academy
  • Harper Woods CCI Center
  • Brown City School District
  • Carsonville – Port Sanilac Schools
  • Croswell – Lexington Community Schools
  • Deckerville School District
  • Marlene School District
  • Sandusky School District
  • Sanilac Special Ed

License To Spy Exhibit Makes Your James Bond Fantasy A Reality

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live as an international super spy gathering intel to complete your mission? 

Top Secret: License to Spy is a new exciting hands-on exhibit that demonstrates how scientific thinking can be used to solve problems in many aspects of everyday life. 

The exhibit will feature 21 interactive experiences that explore the science and technology of espionage that will include: 

  • Creating a disguise to go undercover
  • Using voice changing technology to confuse enemy agents
  • Navigating a room full of laser beams without setting off an alarm 
  • And much more! 

The exhibit opens Saturday, April 29, and will run through September 5th. License to Spy will be located at the Knowlton Museum, 317 Grand River Ave, Port Huron. Tickets are $10 per person, ages 3 and under are free.

For more information on hours of operation, visit: knowltonicemuseum.com. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell