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Citizens’ Police Academy Educates Residents In Law Enforcement

Our local law enforcement authorities have a difficult job, protecting and serving the community. To give residents a glimpse of what it takes to be a law enforcement agent, the Port Huron Police Department is offering the community the Citizens’ Police Academy 2023.

The goal of the program is to educate and teach local residents about the many areas and aspects of law enforcement. The classes will be taught by PHPD officers and will cover topics such as, crash investigation, traffic stops, evidence, criminal law, arrests, and many more. 

Classes will be held on Thursday nights from 6PM – 9PM, beginning March 16th – April 27th. The classes are free to those who wish to attend. Port Huron residents will be given priority, but those outside of the City of Port Huron are also encouraged to sign up. There is no cost or fee to attend. Registration deadline is February 23rd. 

Meetings will be held at the Dr. Edward G. Acheson Applied Technology Center located at 323 Erie St, Port Huron, MI.  

For more information, visit: porthuronpolice.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SCCCMH Hosts Traveling Art Show

When people think of ways mental health is treated, most would think prescription drugs or other forms of conventional medicine. There are many ways to treat mental health, and many ways that those suffering with mental illness can express themselves. 

Beginning January 6th – 27th, St. Clair County Community Mental Health (SCCCMH) will be hosting the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan’s Traveling Art Show. The goal of  “Traveling Art Show VII” is to promote the recovery potential of art and to eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness.

Art work provided by individuals who access CMH services statewide, will be on display at the main office located at 3111 Electric Ave. in Port Huron. The art work will consist of photography, two dimensional art such as drawings and paintings, as well as other mediums. 

For more information, contact Heather Hayes at: hhayes@scccmh.org/(810) 966-7875 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Community Foundation of St. Clair County Scholarship Applications Are Open

The secret to success for many, is to go to college and earn a degree in your preferred field of study. What if you would like to continue your education, but you just can’t afford the tuition fees and all the costs that come with it?

The Community Foundation of St. Clair County awards community members seeking scholarship funding with one of its many traditional and non-traditional scholarship funds. Currently the application window is open to individuals to apply for funding until March 13th. 

Eligible individuals include: HS/GED graduates of all ages and academic levels, freshmen or upperclassmen, as well as non-traditional/returning students. Schools and programs the funding can be used for include: colleges/universities, as well as skilled trade & vocational training centers in Michigan or out-of-state. 

For more information on what scholarship works best for your situation, visit: stclairfoundation.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

28th Annual WGRT Bridal Show Returns For 2023

If you or someone you know is planning a wedding this year, then you don’t want to miss “St. Clair County’s most elegant bridal show.” 

On Sunday, January 15th, from 12PM – 3PM, WGRT will be hosting the 28th Annual WGRT Bridal Show in partnership with Alexander’s Banquet Facility. For nearly three decades WGRT has brought people together that plan to get married, with businesses that provide wedding services of all sorts. 

A few of the businesses in attendance for the bridal show include: Amour Bridal, Twinspiration Boutique, and Majestic Heart Carriage Rides. St. Clair Travel will also be in attendance giving away a gift certificate for a Delta Vacation Honeymoon Romance Package, valued at $500. Tickets for the event are $5. 

For more information and tickets visit: WGRT.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Port Huron 2023 Chilly Fest Returns

Welcome to the new year. The City of Port Huron is looking to bring some excitement for the whole family with the return of Chilly Fest 2023.

Chilly Fest is an outdoor event filled with cool activities and entertainment held in downtown Port Huron. The event will feature a s’mores station, horse and carriage rides, cornhole tournament, and much more. 

It wouldn’t be the Chilly Fest without mention of the Chili Crawl Competition. Participating local downtown businesses will have samples of their chili available, with you being the judge on who has the best chili in the area. 

Chilly Fest 2023 begins Friday, January 27th and ends Saturday, January 28th. For a full list of scheduled events and activities, visit: chillyfest.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Free Rides Offered To New Years Eve Partygoers

The Blue Water Area Transit (BWAT) and Blue Water Recovery & Outreach Center (BWROC) will both be offering residents a free ride service beginning on New Year’s Eve for those who are interested. The Blue Water Area Transit will be offering free rides beginning at 6PM until 11PM for their regular bus service. 

There will also be five “Safe Ride” vehicles available Saturday, December 31st, from 6PM until Sunday, January 1st at 2AM. Individuals should make sure to schedule their rides as early as possible to avoid delays as phone lines will be shut off at 1:30AM on New Years Day. 

Blue Water Recovery & Outreach Center will also be providing residents with free rides within a five mile radius of downtown Port Huron beginning Saturday, December 31st, at 11PM until 2AM. Calls are not accepted after 2AM, so it’s best to schedule in advance to avoid delays. To schedule or reserve your free ride, call (888) 68-BWROC.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell