Looking for a fun event to take children to this fall? The colder temperatures are starting to make outdoor activities a bit less desirable for some, so if you’d like to experience a good fall carnival indoors look no further.

The Port Huron Museum’s Carnegie Center is offering its Carnegie Carnival on Saturday, September 24th from 5 PM – 7:30 PM. General admission is $10 for non-members, and only $5 for museum members. 

The event will feature all of the carnival favorites such as pony rides, crafts, face paintings and more! Children will also have access to Discovery City, Carnegie Center’s playscape that encourages imagination while teaching about local attractions and history. 

For more information about the Carnegie Carnival contact Andrew Kercher at (810) 982-0891.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

The best part of fall is the changing of the leaves, the doughnuts and cider, and the list goes on. The worst part of fall is that it’s the beginning of flu season. To keep residents safe and the numbers down, the St. Clair County Health Department is urging the community to consider getting vaccinated. 

The flu vaccine is recommended for ages 6 months and up, and it is deemed safe for pregnant mothers and the elderly as well as those with a compromised immune system. Medical Director for the St. Clair County Health Department, Dr. Rehman says, “The flu shot can be given at the same time as other vaccines including the new bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine that targets both the original and Omicron variant.” 

Flu vaccines can be obtained at a variety of locations such as participating pharmacies, the local health department, and many healthcare providers. 

For more information on what flu shot is right for you call the Flu Hotline at (810) 987-5300.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell 

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