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MI Snack Competition Calls For Entries For September 2024 Event

The MI Snack Competition in Port Huron, Michigan, is calling for entries for its September 14th, event. The contest, formerly the MI New Favorite Snack competition, will award over $50,000 in cash prizes, with the top winner receiving a distribution deal with All Star Services.

The deadline for entries is July 12th. Fees are $200 for non-St. Clair County entrants and $100 for local companies. Eligible businesses must be Michigan-based with 10 or fewer employees. All entries will compete in three categories for cash prizes of up to $10,000 per category, with additional $1,000 prizes for St. Clair County competitors.

The MI Snack Competition is presented by the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, All Star Services, and the Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce.

For more information and to register, visit: BlueWaterChamber.com. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

New Summer Gasoline Standards Implemented for Michigan Beginning June 1st

Beginning Saturday, June 1st, ozone monitoring will resume in eight Southeast Michigan counties, including Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne. 

To combat smog, these counties must now only sell gasoline with a vapor pressure not exceeding 7.0 psi. This measure is part of the summer gasoline program, initiated in 1996 to address ozone level violations in Detroit.

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will enforce these regulations to ensure Michigan maintains federal highway funding. “Governor Whitmer’s bold actions to protect our environment are echoed in our efforts at MDARD,” said Director Tim Boring. 

MDARD will conduct on-site testing during the summer gas season, which ends September 15th, to ensure compliance and protect air quality.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

St. Clair County Council On Aging Hosts Family Bowling Fundraiser

Get ready for a day of strikes and spares at St. Clair County Council on Aging’s first ever Family Bowling Fundraiser on June 22nd. 

The 9 Pin No Tap event will be taking place at Port Huron Lanes, located at 1718 Hancock Street, Port Huron. Registration starts at 10 a.m. followed by bowling at 11 a.m. Early registration costs $20 with payment due by June 17th, increasing to $25 afterward. The fee includes three games and shoe rental, with prizes for top bowlers. 

Enjoy 50/50 raffles, raffle baskets, and two mystery games for a $1 buy-in. Pizza and pop will also be available for sale. 

For more information, call (810) 984-5061 ext. 129 in Port Huron or (810) 765-3523 ext. 305 in Marine City.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

St. Clair County Health Department Issues Swimming Advisory For Keewahdin Beach

The St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) has closed Keewahdin Beach in Fort Gratiot due to elevated E. coli levels.

The closure follows water tests indicating the presence of the bacteria, which can signal fecal contamination. SCCHD will continue sampling the water until E. coli levels return to acceptable standards set by the State of Michigan.

E. coli bacteria, commonly found in the digestive systems of warm-blooded animals, often increase after storms or strong winds due to stormwater runoff and wave activity. Beachgoers can stay informed about advisories for St. Clair County’s public beaches through the SCCHD’s “St. Clair County Beaches” Facebook page and the Michigan BeachGuard website.

For more details, visit scchealth.co or contact the SCCHD Environmental Health Division at (810) 987-5306.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Longtime Kimball’s Employee and Local Legend, Passes Away

Vern “June Bug” Norton, a beloved employee at Kimball Appliance and longtime friend of 102.3 FM WGRT, passed away on Saturday, May 25th. 

Starting his journey at Kimball’s in 1952 at the tender age of 13, June Bug quickly became known for his dedication and hard work. Despite his youth, he earned a special permit to drive a delivery truck, impressing local authorities with his skill.

Norton worked his way up from driving for Harvey Kimball to becoming a foreman at Midwest Foundry, and finally, back to his true passion, appliances, where he dedicated 67 years of his career. June Bug also was owner of local businesses “Junior’s Fire Wood” and World of C.B. He cherished classic cars, and proudly served in the U.S. National Guard for six years and the U.S. Army for two years. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Darlene, and his son Andy.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

 

Excitement Builds For 2024 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented By Lear

The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear returns to the streets of Downtown Detroit from May 31st to June 2nd. The event features the Chevrolet INDYCAR Grand Prix with NTT INDYCAR SERIES cars, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship races, and INDY NXT by Firestone. 

On Saturday June 1st Cadillac Square will host a free EDM concert featuring JVNA at 6:15 pm and ILLENIUM at 8:00 pm. Motown legend Smokey Robinson will serve as Grand Marshal on Sunday, June 2nd. 

The race, which began in 1982 as a Formula One event, takes place on a 1.7-mile, nine-turn track. Fans can anticipate a weekend of high-speed action and entertainment, making it a must-see event for motorsport enthusiasts.

For more information, visit: detroitgp.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell