St. Clair County Health Department Offers Extended Hours For Key Services

Starting Sept. 4 through Oct. 30, the St. Clair County Health Department will extend hours every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for two vital programs. 

The Preventive Health and Immunization Services will provide catch-up immunizations for all ages. The Personal Health Clinic will offer services such as STI screenings, pregnancy testing, and birth control options.

Walk-ins are accepted as time allows, with varying wait times. Director of Nursing Amy Bishop emphasized the goal of making services more accessible and convenient with later hours and a walk-in option.

For more information, contact (810) 987-5300 or visit the department at 3415 28th Street, Port Huron.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Port Huron Kicks Off Major Improvement Projects Affecting Access

Starting today, Sept. 3, Port Huron will begin two key improvement projects. The upper parking deck at the City Municipal Offices Center (MOC) is closed, including the payment drive-thru, with parking available on Merchant Street and south of the MOC. An overnight drop box has also been relocated to the south lot.

Additionally, 7th Street from Water Street to Wall Street will be closed for repaving, curb and sidewalk ramp upgrades, and lawn restoration. Detours will be in place. Both projects are expected to be completed by mid-November. 

For inquiries, residents are encouraged to contact the Department of Public Works at porthuron.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

National Preparedness Month: A Call For Nationwide Disaster Readiness

September is National Preparedness Month. Launched in 2004 by FEMA, National Preparedness Month (NPM) is an annual effort to educate and encourage Americans to be ready for emergencies. 

Managed by FEMA’s Ready Campaign, in collaboration with the Ad Council, NPM focuses on empowering individuals to take action and be prepared for all types of disasters, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.

Throughout September, the National Weather Service and other agencies highlight the importance of being informed, creating family emergency plans, building disaster supply kits, and getting involved in community preparedness. Step-by-step guidance helps people learn their risks, establish shelter and evacuation routes, and ensure essential supplies are ready. The month culminates in National Preparedness Day on Sept. 30, a day dedicated to taking action. With these proactive measures, communities across the country can save lives and reduce disaster impacts.

Source: National Weather Service

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell