Port Huron, MI – Desirae Gouine has been named the Employee of the Month for July. Gouine has worked at McLaren Port Huron for five years and is currently a transporter in the Medical Imaging department.
Gouine was nominated by her coworkers because she lives the hospital values. She has a passion and willingness to “do for others”. She genuinely cares about her patients and goes above and beyond to provide compassionate care. Gouine is a role model, trainer and resource for new employees and technical staff. Her coworkers are thankful for the hard work and positive attitude she gives every day.
This employee recognition is given to individuals who consistently live the values, mission and performance standards of McLaren Port Huron. Honorees are nominated by a co-worker, physician, volunteer, and/or customer.
On August 27, 2021, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), cosponsored a concurrent resolution condemning and censuring President Biden for his catastrophic failures in Afghanistan.
“President Biden’s horrific lack of leadership in Afghanistan caused the deaths of more than a dozen U.S. servicemembers, which could have easily been avoided,” said Rep. McClain. “I applaud Rep. Van Drew for leading this effort to condemn and censure the president. We need to ensure these mistakes never happen again.”
Joining McClain as cosponsors on Rep. Van Drew’s (R-NJ) resolution are Reps. Jim Banks (R-IN), Bill Posey (R-FL), Carlos Gimenez (R-FL), Tom Rice (R-SC), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Marianette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), David Rouzer (R-NC), Chris Smith (R-NJ), Eric Crawford (R-AR), Tracey Mann (R-KS) and Barry Moore (R-AL).
Going camping is a great way to get away from it all and unplug. Finding a campsite, on the other hand, relies heavily on technology, and being tech-savvy is often the only way to get a prime spot on a summer weekend.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has embraced technology and is now offering the “Notify Me” option for campers looking for a site at a state campground.
The new “Notify Me” feature is for use when campgrounds are full and there is no availability during the desired timeframe in the selected location. It allows prospective campers to choose a campground and dates and choose to get notified when a spot opens up.
Once the “Notify Me” option is chosen, users will receive alerts when sites become available and will be able to then make a reservation at the newly open campsite. The program helps the DNR and also makes for happy campers who get their desired campsite.
The service is available for campsites, overnight lodging facilities, and shelters at state park campgrounds.
The first confirmed case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis has been found in Southeast Michigan. Eastern Equine Encephalitis is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. It is usually seen in late summer and early fall and can be transmitted to humans.
Horses can be vaccinated against the disease, and that helps to stop the risk of spread to humans. The horse that was found to have the disease in Livingston County had not been vaccinated and had to be euthanized after showing severe symptoms and rapidly declining health.
There is a 90% fatality rate in horses that contract the disease. Symptoms include fever, lethargy, and depression, and eventual neurological problems.
Last year, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, which has a 33% fatality rate in infected humans, was confirmed in four human cases. Humans can only contract the disease from a mosquito bite, not from contact with horses.
Using the typical mosquito control measures like sprays with DEET, window screens, and avoidance are the best ways to prevent mosquito bites. The first overnight freeze of the fall usually kills off the mosquitoes and ends the risk of Eastern Equine Encephalitis for the year.
Port Huron, MI — The St. Clair County EDA just received a $3.4 million grant to build a state-of-the art business center at Desmond Landing in Port Huron. The new EDA business Center will be a hub for existing businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups.
The Desmond Landing property offers waterfront views and easy access to the Blue Water River Walk, Wetlands County Park, and Downtown Port Huron businesses. The EDA Business Center will be built on Parcel A, which is located on the NE corner of Third Street and Griswold Street, just across from the Blue Water YMCA.
Donna Neister, CEO of Acheson Ventures LLC, said, “Dr. Acheson is very happy to support the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County and the development of the new EDA Business Center to strengthen our region’s business climate. We anticipate the construction of EDA’s modern waterfront facility will also generate new interest in the remaining parcels at Desmond Landing.”
Funding for the project comes from the $3.4 million U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration grant, $743,421 in local funds, and $101,680 in state funds. The project will cost an estimated $4.2 million.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer said, “I am grateful to our federal partners for investing in Michigan’s economy to create good-paying jobs in St. Clair County. As we continue our economic jumpstart, we are laser-focused on investing in our families, communities, and small businesses to foster growth and recovery in all regions of our state. Today’s actions will utilize federal, local, state, and private funds to create good-paying jobs and grow emerging businesses in the Thumb, helping us usher in a new era of prosperity for Michigan.”
Dan Casey, CEO of the Economic Development Alliance (EDA) of St. Clair County, said, “EDA of St. Clair County is very grateful to the Economic Development Administration and local partners for this investment which allows us to create a game-changing, south side, entrepreneurial and economic development business center. We are surrounded by neighboring communities in Macomb and Detroit, as well other communities such as Ann Arbor, whom have dramatically grown their region’s overall business climates through modern entrepreneurial facilities, trending technologies and advanced support services.”
Early Concept EDA Business Center by InFuz Architects + Innovators
Rural hospitals in Michigan are getting a boost in funding from the $13 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to support COVID-19 testing and mitigation.
Each hospital will get about a quarter of a million dollars to use within eighteen months of receiving the money. The money must be spent on testing equipment, personnel, temporary structures, or education. The mitigation strategies funded by the grants must be part of the Centers for Disease Control mitigation framework which includes education, contact tracing, communication, and outreach.
Several hospitals in Michigan’s Thumb received the grants, including hospitals in Deckerville, Harbor Beach, Marlette, Sandusky, and others.
John Barnas, Michigan Center for Rural Health executive director said, “Rural hospitals have long been the cornerstone of rural communities and have been vital and steadfast in their response to COVID-19. This funding will benefit the communities greatly, allowing the hospitals to continue their diligent work in the battle against COVID-19 by increasing testing capacity and implementing mitigation strategies to reduce the effects of COVID-19.”
