St. Clair County

Dean Transportation Promotes School Bus Safety During National School Bus Safety Week

Dean Transportation, a company with over five decades of experience in transporting students across Michigan, is actively advocating for the importance of school bus safety during National School Bus Safety Week, running from Oct. 16th to Oct. 20th.

This year’s National School Bus Safety Week features a student poster contest, with the selected poster, “Safely Rolling to my Destination,” created by Avrie Siedschlag from Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The poster provides essential safety tips for students boarding, riding, or disembarking from school buses.

Michigan’s Operation Safe Stop program will run in conjunction with National School Bus Safety Week, aiming to educate drivers on sharing the road with buses to enhance student safety during loading and unloading at bus stops. Dean Transportation also plans to show appreciation for school bus professionals through various promotional materials and social media posts.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Department Of Education Invites Applications For 10 Cents-A-Meal Program to Boost Nutrition For Kids And Local Farms

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has officially launched the application process for the highly anticipated “10 Cents A Meal for Michigan’s Kids & Farms Program.” This initiative, now in its second year, aims to bolster the nutritional quality of children’s meals while supporting the local agriculture and food business economy.

The state-funded program provides grants of up to 10 cents per meal to schools, early care and education settings, and non-school sponsors for their purchases of Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, and dry beans. 

MDE Farm to Program Consultant, Cheyenne Liberti, emphasized the potential impact of the program this year, with expanded participation and enhanced communication between grantees and food vendors. The program strives to facilitate the sourcing of local produce from Michigan farms, benefiting both students’ nutrition and local agriculture.

For more information, visit: tencentsmichigan.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Last Chance To Visit Sanilac County Museum’s Haunted Village

The Sanilac County Museum’s Haunted Village has been a spine-tingling success, and for those who haven’t experienced the thrills yet, there’s still a chance.

The museum has announced one last chance to embark on a hair-raising adventure through the Haunted Village on Saturday, October 21st, from 7 – 9 p.m., there is a $5 per entry fee per individual.

The Haunted Village offers a multitude of spooky attractions, including a Super Spooky Trail and a Family-Friendly Trail, a Creepy Doll Contest, Cartoon Cinema, a Crazy Skeleton Train, Spider Ward Cottage, Wednesday’s Schoolhouse, and The Pumpkin House.

The event features a creepy cast, including Zeek the Zombie, The Gatekeeper, Boogha the Creepy Baby Doll, and more. In addition, the Creepy Cafe will be offering treats including popcorn, hot cocoa, hot cider, and a s’mores kit.

For more information, visit: sanilaccountymuseum.org.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SONS Outreach Introduces Exciting New Culinary Program For Students

Get ready to please your taste buds as SONS Outreach launches its brand-new culinary course as part of their Trades Exposure program! Offering a delectable opportunity for students to explore the world of culinary arts, this 5-week course promises an exciting experience for all.

Led by local business owners, Heather Fagan and Carol Bublitz of Dona Marinas, David Rix of Club 21, and Alice Rieves from Mid-City Nutrition, this culinary journey kicks off on Tuesday, October 17th, running from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., at the new SONS Resource Complex – Entrance A.

For just $25 per student, participants can savor this culinary adventure. Don’t miss out on this flavorful experience!

To learn more or register, contact the SONS Outreach office at: (810) 989-SONS (7667) or visit: sonsoutreach.org/events.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

United Way Of St. Clair County Organizes Fall Clean Up At Blue Water Hospice Campus

United Way of St. Clair County is rallying the community for a Fall Clean Up event at the Blue Water Hospice Campus located at 2795 Edison, Marysville.

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This day of volunteer service will take place on Friday, October 20th and promises to bring individuals together for a day of service while enjoying a sponsored lunch courtesy of the United Way.

Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m., to kick-start the event, with clean-up activities beginning at 9 a.m. Clean-up will consist of power-washing, painting, and weed pulling amongst other duties.

This initiative not only promotes community involvement but also highlights the spirit of cooperation and support, making a positive impact on the Blue Water Hospice and the lives of those it serves

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Michigan Enforces New Laws To Protect Children From Abuse

This week, Michigan put into action a series of impactful laws designed to safeguard children from sexual abuse and enhance community safety.

The bills, signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in July, demonstrate the state’s commitment to protecting young people and providing resources for survivors.

Among the enacted laws, Public Act 57 ensures middle and high school students receive age-appropriate materials and training to identify and prevent sexual assault and harassment. 

Public Act 58 aims to keep communities safe by imposing criminal penalties on health professionals who engage in sexual assault under the false pretext of medical treatment. 

The associated Public Acts 59, 60, 61, and 62 provide the necessary legal framework and sentencing guidelines to support these vital initiatives.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell