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Young Professionals Initiative Offers Youth Job Skills And More

The children are our future sounds so cliche, but it is the absolute truth for a prosperous society. Governor Gretchen Whitmer feels strongly about growing the talent pool in Michigan, and what better way than to train our youth through government funded programs.

Gov. Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) announced the recipients of Young Professionals grants totaling $3 million to provide under-represented youth with an introduction to the workforce. 

Young Professionals supports those ages 14 – 24 who face barriers to obtaining employment by exposing them to career and educational opportunities, earning a short-term training certificate, and obtaining work experience. 

Gov. Whitmer says, “Giving young Michiganders the tools and access they need to get high-skill, in-demand, and good-paying jobs helps us build a brighter future in Michigan.”

For more information, visit your local Michigan Works! Agency. michiganworks.org. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Applicants Wanted For Home Heating Credit

If you live in Michigan and need a bit of help with your energy bills you can apply now for the Michigan Home Heating Credit, according to the Michigan Department of Treasury.

The home heating credit is geared towards low-income, deaf, disabled or blind persons, disabled veterans and senior citizens. Applicants do not have to file a Michigan individual income tax return to receive the credit. 

All applications for the credit must be received by Sept. 30th.

Over the past five years approximately 257,500 individuals have received an average credit of $209. 

State Treasurer Rachel Eubanks says, “This credit can provide assistance on heating bills during our cold seasons, allowing individuals to spend their hard-earned dollars on other necessities.”

You can apply for the Home Heating Credit electronically through the e-File system. 

For more information about available resources, visit: michigan.gov/heatingassistance.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SC4 Will Be Hosting The 2023 NJCAA Div. II Women’s Basketball Championship

Basketball fans get ready for the big game at the St. Clair County Community College (SC4) Fieldhouse where they’ll be hosting the 2023 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s Basketball Championship.

The NJCAA Div. II Championship brings the best 16 community and junior college teams from across the country to the Blue Water Area to compete for the championship. The games will begin on Tuesday, March 21 – 25. 

Tickets purchased online are $10 or $15 at the door. You can also purchase a week-long pass to attend all of the scheduled games for $43 which can only be purchased online. A full refund will be available only for canceled contests if requested. Refunds must be requested within 30 days from the cancellation.

For tickets, visit: sc4skippers.com/fanzone/ticketing. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Celebrate The Opening Of New Beginnings Theatre In Port Huron

Are you or someone you know interested in theater? Maybe you would like to start, but not quite sure where to begin. Check out the grand opening of New Beginnings Theatre to discover how to get started and much more.

New Beginnings Theatre is a performing arts training center located at 609 Huron Ave, Port Huron. They will be having their grand opening on Monday, March 20th, from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

New Beginnings Theatre seeks to teach, train, and mold individuals in the areas of the performing arts such as: acting techniques, dance, spoken word, stage presence, and more! 

There are men and women classes available for ages 14 and up. There is limited registration so sign up soon. 

If you would like more information, visit them on Facebook at: New Beginnings Theater.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

UPDATE: Port Huron Area Schools Officially Have A New Mascot

There has been some controversy surrounding the current mascots at a few Port Huron Schools so they are being changed, and you, the community, can vote on what you would like to see take the place of the old.

There have been committees consisting of students, staff, parents, and alumni discussing the introduction of the new mascot since November of 2022. 

From there, 12 finalists were chosen and voted upon until narrowing it down to the four current choices. The choices are the Red Storm, Red Knights, Panthers, and RedHawks. One of these will be replacing the current “Big Reds” name as well as the Native American Chief mascot. 

Community voting will take place at the PHS Early Childhood Feb 23 – 28th, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will also be voting at Port Huron High on Friday, February 24th from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. ID will be required for community voters.

UPDATE: Mascots have officially been chosen for their respective schools!

Port Huron High School – Redhawks

Roosevelt Elementary – Little Redhawks

Michigamme Elementary – Cardinals

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

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