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Blue Water Area Braces For Annual Mayfly Swarms

Residents in the Blue Water Area and surrounding communities will soon witness the annual swarms of mayflies, or “fish flies,” especially near and around bright lights. 

Emerging from the water as adults for about two days solely to mate, these harmless insects do not bite or sting. Mayflies spend most of their life as larvae in water, hatching after one to two years. 

Michigan is home to over 100 species of mayflies, which resemble dragonflies with long, thin abdomens that can be gray, yellow, or brown, and range from a quarter inch to just over an inch in length. Residents can expect to see swarms around gas stations, grocery stores, parking lots, and ATMs. With their short life spans they often litter areas with hundreds or thousands of their crunchy corpses that often leave a fishy odor when crushed or stepped on. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

 

The Milgram Experiment: Insights Into Blind Obedience And Herd Mentality

The Stanley Milgram experiment, conducted in the early 1960s, remains one of psychology’s most famous and controversial studies. It examined humans’ willingness to obey authority, even when such obedience caused harm to others. 

The experiment involved a real participant (the “teacher”) instructed to administer electric shocks to a “learner” or confederate for giving wrong answers. Despite the learner’s pretended pain and pleas to stop, the experimenter urged the teacher to continue.

The results were startling, the majority of participants administered shocks to the maximum level, even though they believed they were causing severe harm. This demonstrated high rates of obedience to authority figures. 

Milgram’s study challenged beliefs about human behavior, highlighting the power of authority and the limits of individual autonomy. Despite ethical concerns, the experiment remains influential, shedding light on social influence and herd mentality.

Source: structural-learning.com

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

St. Clair County Health Department Offers Free Hearing And Vision Screenings For Children

The St. Clair County Health Department is providing free hearing and vision screenings for children, highlighting the critical role these senses play in academic success. Early detection of hearing and vision problems is essential, as undiagnosed issues can significantly impact a child’s ability to learn and thrive in a school environment.

If a child does not pass a hearing or vision screening, the Health Department will send a referral letter advising parents to follow up with a pediatrician, an ENT specialist, an optometrist, ophthalmologist or RESA.

If parents are unavailable to bring their child to the scheduled appointment, they can appoint someone else to do so, provided the child’s name, address, phone number, and birthdate are given.

For more information, call the St. Clair County Health Department at (810) 987-5300 or set an appointment online.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

 

Lake Bonisteel Music Association Hosts Free Family Event

The Lake Bonisteel Music Association (LBMA) is welcoming the community out for a free family event featuring local bands, artisan goods, and food vendors. 

The LMBA Fest 2024 includes performances by The Eclectic, Chris Thornburg Apparatus, The Problem, Some Random Bastards, Yeddie Woods, Breakfast At 2PM, and The Barbara Jean Machine. Families can enjoy free kids’ crafts, games, and instrument giveaways.

Vendors at the event include Sew What, Arctic Joy, Elly’s Crystal Emporium, Cloud Candy, The Toadstool Treasury, Mason Made Crafts, Generic Name Boutique, Lounies Soap Co., and Route 21 Grill. The event is located at Pine Grove Park in Port Huron from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

For the latest updates, follow Lake Bonisteel Music Association on Facebook at Lake Bonisteel Music. Interested vendors can apply here.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

House Passes Measure For Automatic Selective Service Registration

The House of Representatives passed a measure to automatically register men aged 18 to 26 for selective service according to foxnews.com 

This measure is part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which outlines the U.S. government’s military and national security priorities for the next fiscal year, authorizing $895.2 billion in military spending, a $9 billion increase from fiscal 2024. Though the draft hasn’t been used in over half a century, registration remains mandatory; it is classified as a felony for those who do not register. 

Supporters argue this change will reduce legal challenges and cut taxpayer costs associated with prosecuting registration failures. Led by Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., the measure passed overwhelmingly in the House Armed Services Committee in May with a 57 to 1 vote.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blue Water Festival Set To Make Waves In Port Huron

Port Huron’s Boat Weekend, part of the Blue Water Festival, returns July 17-20, promising an exciting lineup of events. 

The festivities begin with the Rotary International Day Parade on Wednesday, July 17th, in Downtown Port Huron. On Thursday, July 18th, visitors can enjoy Concerts from Los Gringos and LANCO, along with Operation Transformation’s Family Night, and the unique and eye-catching Mannequins Making a Difference. Other highlights include a drone show, performances by The Strumbellas, Elle King, and more. 

The event, presented by the Blue Water Area Conventions & Visitors Bureau, will also offer free shuttle service by Blue Water Transit to help attendees navigate the festival Thursday and Friday from 4 p.m. – Midnight. 

For more information, visit: thebluewaterfest.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell