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Join The TAFL Blue Water Ducks Cheer Clinic

Do you have a young child interested in becoming a cheerleader? The Cheer Coaches of Blue Water Ducks Cheer Program are offering a clinic that will get them started in pursuing their passion.

On Saturday, April 29th they will be holding registration at Port Huron Northern High School located at 1799 Krafft Rd, Port Huron. Registration time is 9:30 a.m., and the clinic will be from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. The event will be for students in K – 7th grades.

There will be a limited number of t-shirts given at registration so get there early. Students will learn a two 8 count dance, 2 chants, tumble skills/drills, and stunts. 

Registration forms can be found on the bluewaterducks.com website and must be mailed in with payment via cash or check, or you can register at the door. Tickets are $20 per person with no refunds. 

For more information, visit: bluewaterducks.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill Easter Egg-Stravaganza Coming Soon

Spring is near and Easter is on its way, so why not take the family for a fun-filled Easter themed event at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill.

Located at 17985 Armada Center Rd, Armada, Blake’s Orchard is a popular location known for their amazing donuts, apple picking, and cider. 

On Sunday, April 2nd, they will be hosting their Easter Egg-stravaganza event from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be plenty of fun activities for children and adults such as the Easter egg hunt through the orchard, photos with the Easter bunny, free face painting, crafts, and a small animal petting farm. You and the family can also enjoy a meal inside of the Tasting Room. 

For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit: blakefarms.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Six Cottages At The Old Club On Harsens Island Destroyed By Fire

A tragedy strikes the local community of Harsens Island in Clay Township, with the destruction of six cottages located on the property of The Old Club. 

On Wednesday, March 8th, a fire broke out which caused the destruction of six cottages located on the property. The homes are typically used as a summer vacation for those visiting the area.

There is currently no cause for the fire, as it is still undergoing investigation. There are currently no reported injuries in the incident and the Board of Directors are securing a professional team of environmental specialists to advise on cleanup to lessen the environmental impact of the blaze. 

The Old Club celebrated its 150th Year Anniversary last season, but the owners say they won’t let this setback deter them from continuing a century and a half of tradition.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

License To Spy Exhibit Makes Your James Bond Fantasy A Reality

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live as an international super spy gathering intel to complete your mission? 

Top Secret: License to Spy is a new exciting hands-on exhibit that demonstrates how scientific thinking can be used to solve problems in many aspects of everyday life. 

The exhibit will feature 21 interactive experiences that explore the science and technology of espionage that will include: 

  • Creating a disguise to go undercover
  • Using voice changing technology to confuse enemy agents
  • Navigating a room full of laser beams without setting off an alarm 
  • And much more! 

The exhibit opens Saturday, April 29, and will run through September 5th. License to Spy will be located at the Knowlton Museum, 317 Grand River Ave, Port Huron. Tickets are $10 per person, ages 3 and under are free.

For more information on hours of operation, visit: knowltonicemuseum.com. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Port Huron Museums Wants To Egg Your Yard

With Easter arriving next month, everyone will be looking to celebrate in a variety of ways. If you’re the type who enjoys a good old fashioned Easter egg hunt, Port Huron Museums has an Eggcellent event for you and your family.

Port Huron Museums are starting their “Easter Egg My Yard” service for residents of St. Clair County and surrounding residents. 

You can purchase 25 eggs for $20 or 50 eggs for $35. After your purchase, the museum will hide the eggs in your yard on Saturday, April 8th, (after 5 p.m.) for your children, or whomever you choose to wake up to a yard full of eggs stuffed with candy brought by the Easter bunny!

Your purchase goes to support the Port Huron Museums. Eggs must be purchased by March 31st. 

For more information, visit: phmuseum.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

How To Properly Retrieve A Towed Vehicle And Report Unlawful Fees

The week of March 6 – 11, is National Consumer Protection Week, and Michigan Attorney General, Dana Nessel shares how to deal with unlawful towing fees and how to legally retrieve your vehicle. 

Under Michigan law, after towing is completed, the vehicle will be labeled as an “abandoned vehicle” unless the owner retrieves it legally or contests the towing in court. If the vehicle is involved in an accident and isn’t retrieved in 20 days it is also labeled abandoned. 

Owners are allowed to inspect and reclaim personal property for free on the first visit, but can be charged up to, and no more than $25 to do so for each additional visit.

“When an individual has their vehicle towed, the last thing they need is to be misled about how to retrieve it. The Department of Attorney General has the answers that can get them back in their vehicle and out on the road,” says Nessel.

For more information, visit: michigan.gov.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell