Men Need Self-Care Too

St. Clair County Community Mental Health is hosting session three of its Men’s Health Series on Thursday, August 19th from 6:30 – 8 PM.

The seminar takes place in the auditorium of the Municipal Office Center in Port Huron, and the topic is Mastering the Art of Self-Care.

Self-care for men isn’t frequently addressed, and the speakers for this event will approach it from their background in nursing and healthcare.

Kevin Watkins is a nurse and instructor in the nursing department at St. Clair County Community College. His background includes working with students, caring for residents at the Mediloge of Port Huron, and educating the public on health matters.

Dr. Wilfred M. Allen PhD is an Assistant Professor at the University of Detroit Mercy McAuley School of Nursing who teaches and researches on topics such as the influence of masculinity ideology on health behaviors and health promotion and risk reduction in patients with chronic illness.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

Harker and Stone to Become an All-Way Stop

The intersection of Harker Street and Stone Street in Port Huron’s north end is about to become an all-way stop. Those who frequently travel the intersection know why: it’s a dangerous crossing.

After a study by the Traffic Safety Committee and the Transportation Improvement Association, City Manager James Freed has ordered a 60-day test of the all-way stop solution.

The intersection is in a residential neighborhood on the route between the end of the expressway and the Blue Water Convention Center and the Culinary Institute of Michigan. It is often difficult for traffic stopped on Harker Street to see oncoming traffic on Stone Street due to trees, parked cars, and houses.

The intersection did not meet the Transportation Improvement Association’s criteria for a traffic light, but because of the considerable impediments to visibility and the high rate of crashes over the five-year study, an all-way stop is recommended.

The most common of the 32 recorded crashes in the study period, plus eight more in 2020, were right-angle crashes, likely caused by the sight distance issue.

The all-way stop has been ordered to be in effect for a 60-day trial, signed on August 16th.

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

Third COVID-19 Shot Available for High-Risk Individuals

A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine could be coming soon to vulnerable individuals. The Center for Disease Control Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has approved an additional dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines for people aged 12 and older who have compromised immune systems.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has issued an executive directive to state departments and agencies to move as quickly as possible to get the doses administered. Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are the priority for the third shot.

Dr. Joneigh Khaldun of MDHHS continues to say that the vaccine is the only way out of the pandemic. She said, “I am pleased that our federal partners have taken action to recommend an additional vaccine dose for those with compromised immune systems.”

There is a sufficient vaccine supply in Michigan right now for both first, second, and third shots. MDHHS encourages anyone who is eligible to get vaccinated. Health care providers make the call as to whom is eligible for a third shot. It could include transplant recipients, those living with HIV, and those in cancer treatment or on high-dose corticosteroids. 

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

Boat the Blue Brings Art, Boating History, and Fun to Downtown Port Huron

Port Huron, MI — The Boat the Blue Antique and Classic Boat Show is just a few weeks away, held on September 10th and 11th in Downtown Port Huron.  Port Huron is preparing for the event in a lot of ways, one being the artwork that is displayed in the windows of downtown businesses.

Cynthia Cutright of the Downtown Development Authority said that the art is an extension of the Boat the Blue Art Contest for youth and a contest amongst businesses. Local artist Faith Serio freehand painted each of the pieces, which can be found at Casey’s, Moe’s Deli, Sperry’s and MiMutual.

Boat the Blue Organizer Mark Walker said that boating history and heritage are unique to the area and the boat show is a way to remember, celebrate, and appreciate the history.

The family-friendly boat show offers free boat rides to the public, which started in Port Huron and is now being modeled throughout the country. On September 10th, there will be a music and painting show with the group, “Empty Canvas”.

Walker said, “There are no more generous people in the world than right here in our communities.” He praised the hard-working committee that is working to make the show the best it can be.

http://boattheblue.org/2021-event-schedule

Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland

Military Job Fair In Detroit Thursday

Disabled American Veterans and RecruitMilitary are hosting a job fair for all transitioning military, veterans, military spouses and dependents on Thursday, August 19th from 11 AM – 3 PM at Ford Field.

This in-person job fair has 57 registered exhibitors offering educational opportunities and careers in law enforcement, information technology, skilled trades, and healthcare.

The job fair takes place inside Ford Field in the Hall of Legends room, and the one-way layout will enable visitors to connect with every exhibitor. Parking is free for job seekers in the Ford Field parking deck.

RecruitMilitary offers resources on their website to help job seekers prepare for the job fair. Job seekers can learn how to craft a 30-second elevator pitch, prep for interviews, and review their resume before the event. There is no need to bring paper resumes to the event however, as RecruitMilitary provides each attendee with an online job board profile they can fill out before the event and share with exhibitors.

More information is available on their website <HERE>.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

 

Photo courtesy of Bass Pro Shop

Fishing Tournament Coming to Lake St. Clair

The Bass Pro Shops amateur fishing tournament is coming to Lake St. Clair on Saturday, August 21st at the Lake St. Clair Metropark in Harrison Township. The event boasts 250 amateur teams competing for cash prizes.

In addition to the Lake St. Clair event, there are 8 regional qualifying events held nationwide. The top 40 teams from the regionals will advance to the Bass Pro Shops US Open National Championship held in November at Table Rock Lake in Missouri.

Registration is closed for the Lake St. Clair event, but spectators are welcome to visit Fan Village to watch the tournament. Proceeds from the event will benefit fisheries conservation and the future of fishing.

The top 40 teams of amateur fishers participating in the event will have a chance to win cash prizes including $50,000 for the first place team.

To learn more visit https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/usopen-qualifier5

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

Photo courtesy of Bass Pro Shops