Downtown Port Huron

Get Nostalgic With Andy’s Wine Bar

Some Blue Water Area residents didn’t feel like it was truly Christmastime until they had their first Tom & Jerry at the Brass Rail in Downtown Port Huron.

Andy Bakko, owner of Andy’s Wine Bar, is bringing back that tradition by featuring the drink at a special holiday event on December 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th.

Drinks will be served starting at 5 PM on those nights, and there will be heated tents set up outside the wine bar located at 104 Water Street near Desmond Landing in Port Huron.

Sales are cash only to keep things moving, and the original Brass Rail staff, including Di, will be on hand to serve up the Tom & Jerry’s. Wine, beer, and sprits are available as well, and guests are encouraged to dress warmly and bring a chair if they’d like to sit down.

Learn more at the Facebook page for Andy’s Wine Bar <HERE>.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

Police Release Sketch of Sanborn Park Assault Suspect

On Monday, November 8th, Port Huron Police responded to a report of an attempt sexual assault. Officers discovered that the  assault occurred at 5:30 p.m. in the wooded area of Sanborn Park. 

A 25 year old female Port Huron resident had been jogging around/in the park when she was attacked by an unknown male. There was a struggle and the male fled before completing the sexual assault. The suspect is described as a white male in his 30’s with a  medium build.  

Port Huron Police officers, K-9 unit, detectives, and the Major Crimes Unit responded to the scene and the investigation is  ongoing.  

If you observed a suspicious white male following a white female wearing a bright yellow jacket in the area of Sanborn and  Appomattox around 5:30 pm yesterday, have a Ring Camera in the area that may help, or have any information about this assault  contact the Port Huron Police Department (810) 984-8415 or CAPTURE at (810) 987-6688.  

This a composite sketch of the suspect from the attempt sexual assault described  below. If you recognize the person in this sketch call the Port Huron Police Department.

PHPD Composite Sketch 2021 Assault Suspect
PHPD Composite Sketch 2021 Assault Suspect

Pottery for Everyone at Foundry

If you’ve ever wanted to take a pottery class, now is your chance. Foundry, Port Huron’s home for creators, has several pottery options in October for beginners on up.

Denny Snyder and Mark “Pappy” Brandt have been working hard to get the pottery studio at the former Studio 1219 rebooted to fit Foundry’s mission to connect local artists in a comfortable and inspiring atmosphere.

October’s classes mix traditional weekly beginning classes where students learn to use the wheel with “Just for Fun” nights and ceramic pumpkin carving classes. On Saturday, October 16th, there is an outdoor pottery experience where participants make RAKU Jack-o-Lanterns.

“This is a really cool process like the one we did last November on our big opening,” said Snyder.

They will have a bunch of pre-made Jack-o-Lanterns, skulls, ghosts, and maybe even a few Christmas trees that participants can pick out and paint. The RAKU process involves popping the piece into an open fire and then cooling it in a trash can. The whole process takes about an hour.

“It’s a really cool unique thing that you can’t really do anywhere else around here in the area,” said Snyder. “It’s instant gratification because you can do it and take it home that night.”

Classes are available for all ages, and booking is online at Foundry’s website <HERE>.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

McLaren Port Huron August Employee of the Month

Port Huron, MI – Erin Emerick has been named the Employee of the Month for August. Emerick has worked at McLaren Port Huron for 13 years and is currently a sonographer in the Ultrasound department.

Emerick was nominated by her coworkers because she lives the hospital values. Her commitment to her department and coworkers shows through her positive attitude, pride in her job and being a diligent team player. Emerick is dependable, has a strong work ethic and is respected by her peers for her clinical expertise. She always puts patients first. She is kind, has a great sense of humor and always helps when needed. Her coworkers say they are lucky to work with Emerick.

This employee recognition is given to individuals who consistently live the values, mission and performance standards of McLaren Port Huron. Honorees are nominated by a co-worker, physician, volunteer, and/or customer.

To learn more about McLaren Port Huron, visit www.mclaren.org/porthuron.

Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Unveiled Saturday

The Tuskegee Airmen Memorial located at the International Flag Plaza near the Blue Water Bridge will be unveiled this weekend in a dedication ceremony. The ceremony on Saturday, August 28th at 10:30 AM is open to the public and does not require registration.

The Tuskegee Airmen of WWII were initially trained at the Tuskegee Army Airfield in Alabama, and the 332nd Fighter Group also received Combat Crew Training at Selfridge and Oscoda Army Airfields. This special group of African American airmen fought for their beliefs in a segregated army, and their dedication and example paved the way for the integration of the military.

The group Diving With a Purpose discovered wreckage in Lake Huron and the St. Clair River of accidents involving Tuskegee Airmen. Five airmen perished in accidents in the Port Huron Area, and the new memorial commemorates the men and celebrates their military careers.

Exhibits will be on display throughout the weekend at the Port Huron Museum Carnegie Center, and the memorial will serve as a lasting reminder of these brave airmen.

Learn more about the Memorial Dedication events <HERE>.

 

 

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