We all probably know someone in life who has battled, or is battling, cancer. To help raise funds for finding a cure, the Can-Am BMX Track is holding its Race for Life event on Friday, September 16th at the Can-Am BMX Track in Goodells.

Registration will be from 5:30 – 7:30 PM with a $10 entry fee. All proceeds will go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Race for Life was started when 12-year-old BMX racer Todd Kingsbury was diagnosed with leukemia following an accident suffered on the track. Unfortunately Kingsbury never realized his dreams of becoming a top professional racer, but his memory lives on and has helped numerous individuals in their battle against cancer.

For more information call (586) 612-1814.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The State of Michigan’s fiscal year budget for 2023 was signed into law by Governor Whitmer just under a month ago. The budget allocates $100 million in funds to update and modernize existing facilities for the Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG). 

The facilities are being updated to reflect the number of women who now serve. Back when the buildings were constructed, the MIARNG consisted primarily of males. Updates to restrooms and showers are much needed to accommodate the nearly 1,500 women who currently serve. 

Thirty-three facilities will be updated, with two already under construction: the Grand Ledge Armory, which is nearly complete, and Grayling Army Airfield Armory. There will be 7 other facilities updated this year including the Port Huron Armory. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Here in our local area we experience all four seasons, and we all have our favorites. If I was to guess, I would say the favorite would be a toss up between summer or fall.

Summer brings all of the gatherings and water activities we love, but others can’t wait for that crisp fall air, the colors of the leaves changing, apple pies, and the 100 other reasons to enjoy fall.

If fall is your favorite season, then Ontario’s Blue Coast is a destination you don’t want to miss. Along the shores of Lake Huron, there are beautiful trails and conservation areas to get out and enjoy such as the Howard Watson Nature Trail, Lambton Heritage Forest Trail, as well as a few others.

If the weather gets too chilly and you still want to take in those fall colors and scenery, then hop in the car, grab a friend, and cruise around with your favorite tunes. Some recomecommeded areas include Into the Dawn Barn Quilt Trail and Oil Springs Historical Trail.

Enjoy the fall season by getting out and exploring your local area today!

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The city of Sarnia, in partnership with Lambton Public Health, is offering its residents an evening of smoke-free fun and events.

On September 16th starting at 4:30 PM, festivities will kick off at Centennial Park. The goal of the event is to highlight the importance of smoke-free public spaces along with educating families on how movies and entertainment can influence healthy or unhealthy behaviors in children.

Health Promoter for Lambton Public Health Lisa Clark says, “Thirty-seven percent of Ontario youth who smoke say they began smoking because of what they saw in movies.”

Smoke-Free Movie Night will feature inflatable bouncers, interactive activities, food vendors, and air brush tattoos. Later in the evening, there will be a short story followed by a screening of the Disney movie Lightyear. Attendees will receive free popcorn and are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

For more information visit sarnia.ca/Events.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell