St. Clair County

New Mexican Restaurant Opens in Downtown Port Huron

The City of Port Huron welcomes another new business to its downtown area, stimulating the city’s economy and feeding hungry bellies. Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant opened its doors last week to those looking for a new place to enjoy Mexican cuisine.

Restaurant hours are 11 AM – 9 PM Sunday through Thursday, and 11 AM – 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Opened by two brothers, Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant serves up traditional Mexican food such as tacos, fajitas, quesadillas, and more. 

If you’re looking for a potential new favorite Mexican restaurant, be sure to check them out at 321 Huron Ave. Being new to the area, they are also hiring staff to fill positions. If interested you can stop in and apply in person.

Find out more information by visiting their Facebook page at Señor Tequila Mexican Restaurant.  

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Pro-Am Boxing Event Coming To Marysville

Are you into watching the sport of boxing? If so, you’ll know that there aren’t many boxing events that happen in the Blue Water Area. 

That all changes on Saturday, October 22nd, with Kaos Entertainment’s “Fight Night Live.”

Beginning at 6 PM at the Knight Club in Marysville, Fight Night Live will feature professional as well as amateur boxers. One of Port Huron’s own, Tim Browning, owner of Riverside Sports Academy will be stepping into the ring along with four others from the local area. There will also be a boxing match for kids. 

The event will feature live musical performances from local hip hop artists, with former boxing legend Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns expected to attend as well. Tickets are $35 for general admission. 

For more details and information, visit kaosentertainment.eventbrite.com

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Seed & Soul Society Yard of the Year Photo by Choze Powell

City of Port Huron Launches Southside Initiative

Community building is vital to enhance the quality of life for those living in the area. The City of Port Huron, Southside Initiative, and Double Haul Solutions are working on ways to improve the city’s South Park Area with its upcoming community building events.

There are two scheduled events that will allow the community to participate and let their voices be heard on what ideas could improve the South Park Area. The first will take place on Friday, October 14th, from 5 PM – 7 PM at City Limits Tavern. On Saturday, October 15th, there will be a Community Builders Picnic from 11 AM – 3 PM at Knox Field. 

Saturday’s picnic is sponsored by the Community Foundation of St. Clair County and the James C. Acheson Fund. It will feature games provided by the YMCA, a workshop with Award Winning Author and Artist Solomon David Johnson, and lunch provided by Jamaican Jerk.

For more information visit: doublehaulsolutions.com/porthuron.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Help Support Breast Cancer Awareness At The 2nd Annual Pink Tie Gala

Many of us know of someone whose life has been changed by a cancer diagnosis. When Emily Goudy received the news that her sister’s friend was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, she and her husband Steve decided to become active in making a change for those affected.

They started with their calendar and human ribbon to raise funds which they used to donate to different breast cancer funds through the St. Clair County Community Foundation. In 2014 they began their own “Taking a Shot at Breast Cancer Fund.” 

This year they’ll be hosting their 2nd Annual Pink Tie Gala. On Friday, October 21st, from 6 PM – 11 PM at the Blue Water Convention Center, there will be dinner, a silent auction, and dancing. Tickets are $65 per person. 

If you would like to be a sponsor, donor, or purchase tickets visit: takingashotatbreastcancer.org for more information.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Treats & Trucks Coming To Downtown Port Huron

We have all heard of trunk or treat, but have you heard of Treats & Trucks? On Saturday, October 22nd, the McMorran Place Sports & Entertainment Center will be hosting their event sponsored by Eastern Michigan Bank.

Treats & Trucks is described as “part touch-a-truck, part trick or treat, and all fun.” The whole family can learn about and interact with an assortment of vehicles operated by our local agencies and businesses, such as the Port Huron Police Department, fire department, construction and more.

Visitors are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes, as downtown businesses will be passing out candy to guests of the event.

For more information visit: Treats & Trucks on Facebook.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

St. Clair County Community College Hosts Hispanic American Celebration

The period of time from September 15th to October 15th is National Hispanic Heritage Month. St. Clair County Community College (SC4) in partnership with The Blue Water Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating with their Hispanic American Heritage Celebration.

The event will take place on Friday, October 7th, from 5 PM – 7:30 PM at SC4’s Fine Arts Theater. SC4’s office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will host the event and will feature a panel of local individuals who will be discussing Hispanic and Latino cultures and their experiences. Moderated by Blue Water Chamber of Commerce CEO and President Thelma Castillo, the event is free to attend and will feature live music from Detroit Latin Jazz band PanaMO.

For more information or to RSVP, email: dei@sc4.edu.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell