St. Clair County

Lake Huron Medical Center Receives Excellence In Business Award 2022

One of the most important structures a city can have is a hospital. It’s even better when the hospital has an exceptional track record and wins an Excellence in Business Award for 2022.

The City of Port Huron and Lake Huron Medical Center are being recognized for providing excellent service by the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County (EDA).

Lake Huron Medical Center was awarded the 2022 Excellence in Business Award by the EDA on Thursday, February 16th. The award was given to two companies in St. Clair County. One small business and one medium/large business.

The award celebrates and recognizes Lake Huron Medical for the contributions made to the economic health of the community, and commitment to improving the quality of life for their workforce and the residents of St. Clair County. 

For more information about services offered by Lake Huron Medical Center, visit: mylakehuron.com

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Blue Water Jeep Owners Club 4th Annual Polar Bear Run

It’s time for the Blue Water Jeep Owners Club (BWJOC) to put on their 4th Annual Polar Bear Run, a worthy cause geared towards helping our local children. 

The Blue Water Jeep Club began in 2012 when a group of strangers came together to meet for coffee. Since then they have been helping raise money for causes such as the annual Roof Sit in Port Huron, The Salvation Army, and Blue Water Community Action. 

Their annual Polar Bear Run is used to help raise funds to continue supporting these organizations and the well being of our children. 

The Polar Bear Run is a free event that takes place Saturday, February 25th, at the Fieldhouse Sports Bar and Kitchen located at 1106 Gratiot Blvd., Marysville. The event will be held from 12 noon – 4 p.m.

The 4th Annual Polar Bear Run will feature live music, ice-carving, raffles, games, and more!

For more information visit: bluewaterjeepowners.com. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Goodwill Industries Celebrates Success In Passing ISO-9001 Audit

Goodwill Industries of St. Clair County has something to celebrate and be proud of with their passing of the ISO 9001 Audit. 

Goodwill Industries is required to maintain ISO 9001 certification to maintain their manufacturing clients in the automotive industry. This certification affects their revenue and employment opportunities. 

After meeting with a member of the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (The Center), it was suggested that they perform an internal audit. The audit was performed, which simplified their documentation burden and helped maintain adequate records.

As a result of passing the ISO 9001 third-party audit with zero issues, Goodwill Industries has managed to retain sales of $200,000 as well as retaining 40 jobs.  

Goodwill Industries Operations Manager, Dan Blue says, “Working with the Center has been extremely helpful. We can now focus more time on meeting our customers’ needs.”

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Mario Day Party Coming To The St. Clair County Library System

The St. Clair County Library System is putting together a fun filled, family friendly event next month to bring something different and unique to the community.

The Mario Day Party, based around the characters from the video game Super Mario Bros. will take place Saturday, March 11th so make sure you mark your calendars. The fun begins at 11 a.m until 1 p.m. and will be at the Donald E. Dodge Auditorium located at 200 Grand River Ave #203, Port Huron. 

There will be plenty of Mario themed activities for children and teens of all ages. There will be crafts and games such as, creating your own Yoshi egg and Piranha Plant, the “floor is lava” area, Goomba stomp, and Bowser ring toss. Visitors will also be able to play Mario Kart 8 for the Nintendo Switch and a live-action Mario Kart track. Participants of the live-action Mario Kart must sign a waiver. 

For more information, visit: stclaircountylibrary.org/events.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Participate In The Great Backyard Bird Count

Are you a bird watcher or know someone who is a bird watcher? Every February people from all over the world participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count, so get out your binoculars and join the fun!

This month between February 17 – 20th, you can be a part of the four day event. The free community science project creates a real-time snapshot of bird populations worldwide. Participants are asked to spend at least 15 minutes bird watching in their favorite place such as a park, forest, or your own backyard.

Participants are asked to take photos, videos, and to report their findings at birdcount.org. You can also use the Merlin Field ID app or eBird app to help you with identifying birds in your area. Each checklist submitted helps researchers learn more about how birds are doing in that area and how we can protect them.  

There is also a free Audubon webinar today, February 15th for you to check out. Happy Hunting!

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SC4 Receives Federal Funds To Support Challenger Learning Center

St. Clair County Community College’s (SC4) Challenger Learning Center has received $955,000 in federal funding that will contribute to the unique learning experience it has to offer. 

U.S. Senator Gary Peters allocated the funds to support STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) learning opportunities available at the Challenger Learning Center and Experience Center.

The Challenger Learning Center is the only one of its kind in the state of Michigan, and one of 40 Challenger Learning Centers globally and nationwide. It provides a space-themed, simulated learning experience that teaches visitors of all ages critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. 

Senator Peters says, “After visiting the Center and seeing the exhibits firsthand, I know this is a meaningful investment in St. Clair County and will provide invaluable learning experiences for its visitors.”

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell