Downtown Port Huron

Blue Water Area Calendar 2024 Unveiled, Showcasing Local Photographer Talent

The highly anticipated Blue Water Area Calendar for 2024 has been officially released by Citizens for a Vibrant Community (CVC), following a successful Calendar Release event in October. This unique calendar, a labor of love from 44 local photographers, captures the picturesque beauty of St. Clair County through their lenses.

The selection committee faced a challenging task but ultimately chose 13 outstanding photographs for the calendar and honored 12 submissions with honorable mentions. The final result is a visual celebration of the region’s diverse landscapes, showcasing the talent of local photographers. Each calendar is available for purchase at $6 each and will be on sale until supplies are gone. 

For more information, visit: cvcph.org or call Trina at (810) 300-8381.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Maggie’s Mexican Food Celebrates Soft Opening At New Location

In a vibrant celebration of the traditional Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead, Maggie’s Mexican Food hosted their soft opening at the Charles A. Hammond American Legion Post located at 1026 6th Street, Port Huron. 

After having to shut down their business at the previous location without warning in October, owner Maggie Goudie celebrated her soft opening on a very special holiday in the Mexican community. 

The event featured an a la carte menu, including savory Birria tacos (beef), Chicken Birria tacos, rice and beans, and convenient Flautas.To sweeten the festivities, attendees were treated to free cupcakes. 

While the Day of the Dead event was a special treat, Maggie’s Mexican Food announced they would resume their regular schedule the following week, serving customers on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Kind Human 4 Human Kind Plans Port Huron Community Giving Days To Aid Those In Need

A new St. Clair County-based nonprofit, Kind Human 4 Human Kind, is stepping up to assist individuals facing various challenges. This nonprofit offers support in the form of clothing, furniture, and essential resources to those in poverty, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, the homeless, and people with disabilities. 

Services include clothing closets, baby supplies, tailored donations, resource lists, and survival bags for those in shelters and experiencing homelessness.

Kind Human 4 Human Kind, which recently received its 501c3 status, will be hosting two community giving days in the upcoming weeks. Thanks 4 Giving Day, presented in partnership with Sturges Memorial Congregational Church, will take place on November 18th, from 12 to 3 p.m. at 2729 Ravenswood Road. 

On December 9th, the community giving day, A Day of Giving, will be presented in collaboration with Blue Water Allies from 12 to 5 p.m. at 1519 Military St. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Don’t Forget To Set Your Clocks Back As Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend

This weekend, on Sunday, November 5th, at midnight, it’s time to fall back as daylight saving time comes to a close. That means an extra hour of sleep and brighter mornings with sunrise and sunset times adjusting an hour earlier.

The next time change is set for March 10th, 2024, when we’ll “spring forward” by setting our clocks an hour ahead at 2 a.m. This change will lead to an hour less sleep but longer daylight in the evenings as sunset times shift later.

Daylight saving time in the United States follows federal law, starting on the second Sunday in March and ending on the first Sunday in November.

The tradition of daylight saving time dates back to 1918 during World War I, aimed at conserving fuel resources by reallocating electricity for military purposes.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

This Historic Port Huron Building Has Had Rumors Of Paranormal Activity

Situated at 420 Huron Avenue in Port Huron stands a historic corner building that has seen its fair share of transformations over the years, from a Subway to Bradford’s Restaurant and an unnamed eatery in the 1940s.

The building’s creepy history dating back to the late 1940s has cast a haunting shadow. The owner, who was involved in the risky business of bootlegged liquor, met a gruesome end in the building’s cellar, a murder that went unsolved.

One former employee recounted an incident in 1987 when she heard her name called from an empty kitchen. Spooked by the supernatural encounter, she and her coworker ventured into the kitchen, only to find no one there.

Today, the building houses Cedar Sub & Salad, those who venture there can savor a delicious chicken shawarma along with other delicious Mediterranean menu items, but make sure you watch out for things that go bump in the night.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

MMA Showdown: Gary Ward Vs. Jack Molinaro Set To Ignite Wrigley Hall

In a much-anticipated event, Wrigley Hall in Port Huron will play host to a night of live MMA action on December 2nd. Rebel Combat is proud to present a headlining battle between two determined fighters, Gary Ward and Jack Molinaro.

The doors are set to open at 6:00 p.m., with the event beginning at 7:00 p.m., promising fans an action-packed evening. General admission tickets are available for $35, while the first five rows offer an up-close experience for $65. For those seeking the ultimate VIP experience, special VIP tickets are available for $100.

Attendees should be sure to check out all that Wrigley Hall has to offer prior to the event, from its restaurants and shops to the beautiful rooftop view. MMA enthusiasts and fight fans won’t want to miss this epic showdown. 

For more information, visit: eventbrite.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell