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Government Funded Meeting Reveals Teachers Plotting to Hide Information from Parents

Teachers in the Midwest are accused of disregarding parents’ concerns and laws with the help of the federal government. A meeting, funded by the Department of Education, and hosted by the Midwest and Plains Equity Assistance Center was held to aid teachers in facilitating gender changes for trans students at school without parental knowledge.

Republican laws concerning sex and identity were criticized during the session, where approximately 30 teachers attended the four-hour online gathering, they strategized on bypassing regulations in Republican-run states regarding gender, pronouns, names, parental rights, bathroom access, and sports teams.

Some teachers claimed to follow the rules, while others argued that personal ethics should supersede existing legislation. Kimberly Martin, a DEI director in Michigan, revealed plans to hide certain information from parents, stating, “We’re working with our record-keeping system so that certain screens can’t be seen by the parents… if there’s a nickname in there we’re trying to hide.” 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Celebrate American History By Creating A Lasting Art Project PH Parks & Recreation

An American Flag Open-Ended Art program will take place on Wednesday, June 28th, from 6 pm – 7 pm at the Palmer Park pavilion located at 2829 Armour St. Port Huron.

The program, presented by the Port Huron Parks & Recreation Department, emphasizes the artistic process rather than a specific end result. Attendees will have the freedom to explore materials as they wish, without the pressure of predetermined outcomes. Led by resident artist Cindy Badley, participants will learn various techniques to express their unique artistic visions of the American flag.

The program has a resident fee of $15, while non-residents will be charged $30 to register. Interested individuals must register by Friday, June 23rd. All ages are welcome, however children aged 5 or younger must be accompanied by an adult.

This creative opportunity offers a chance for people of all ages to engage in expressive artistry while honoring the American flag.

For more information, visit: porthuronrec.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Port Huron Museums New Exhibit Brings The Peanuts Characters To The Blue Water Area

Port Huron Museums, located at 1115 6th Street, Port Huron is showcasing their unique new exhibit titled “Take Care with Peanuts,” the exhibit explores the themes present in Charles Schulz’s iconic comic strip, projecting three important messages of caring: caring for oneself, caring for others, and caring for the Earth.  

Many are familiar with the Peanuts Gang’s classic characters such as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Woodstock, and more from comics, as well as their many holiday specials such as It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, and many others.

Manager of Community Engagement, Andrew Kercher highlighted how the Peanuts Gang sets an example, often with humor, and explained that “Take Care with Peanuts” aims to inspire action through online messages, animated videos for children, charitable opportunities, special curricula, social media engagement, pop-up experiences, and more. 

For more information, visit: phmuseum.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Promote Your Business At Blue Water Home Expo

102.3 FM WGRT in partnership with Bluewater Unlimited Promotions would like to welcome you to connect, build, and grow at their 2023 Blue Water Home Expo!

Sponsored by Advia Credit Union, the Blue Water Home Expo is the perfect event to promote your business and donate to the Lions Club for charity. The event will take place October 13th and 14th at the former Sears location in Birchwood Mall, located at 4350 24th Ave, Fort Gratiot. 

The Blue Water Home Expo is offering two options for your vendor space at 10×20 or 20×20, along with complementary radio advertising. Blue Water Home Expo will also market your business all year long on their Blue Water Home Expo website. Additionally, there will be representatives from Advia Credit Union at the event to help any of your customers with financing your sales.

To purchase your booth space, email Vicki Lemonis at: sales@wgrt.com or visit bluewaterhomeexpo.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Governor Gretchen Whitmer Secures $61 Million Grant to Improve Internet Access in Michigan

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded a $61 million grant to Peninsula Fiber Network (PFN) as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The grant aims to enhance high-speed internet access in unserved and underserved communities across Michigan.

PFN, a Michigan-based company, will utilize the grant to implement the Infrastructure for Michigan’s Peninsula and Critical Crossings (IMPACC) project. This initiative will involve the installation of 535 miles of new middle-mile fiber in underserved areas throughout the state.

Governor Whitmer expressed her commitment to providing quality internet access for every Michigander, emphasizing the importance of connectivity for education, healthcare, and economic growth. 

The project includes the construction of undersea and overland fiber routes to connect various regions, from Charlevoix to Beaver Island, Benton Harbor to Chicago, Charlevoix to Grayling, Port Huron to Flint, and Benton Harbor to Grand Rapids.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program Helps Promote Healthier Lifestyles

As a leading nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, is aimed at empowering individuals to live life to its fullest and healthiest potential. 

The 12-month group-based program comprises 16 core sessions held weekly for 16 consecutive weeks, followed by an additional 9 sessions spread throughout the remaining months. Participants engage in discussions on topics including healthy eating, stress reduction, problem-solving, and more.

The program’s goals are to help you shed 7% of body weight and gradually increase physical activity to a minimum of 150 minutes per week. The aim is to empower individuals to make sustainable lifestyle changes and prevent the onset of diabetes.

Programs like these are made possible by the support of the community through donations and volunteers. If you would like to help support the Blue Water Area YMCA and its Open Arms Campaign, visit: bluewaterymca.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell