Port Huron’s new Southside Summer Market sparks community revival
An often forgotten corner of the city is hosting a fresh wave of vendors, vibes, and revitalization at Knox Field in Port Huron every Tuesday from now until August 26.
Harold Powell's Latest Articles
Port Huron makes history with election of first African-American mayor, Anita R. Ashford
Anita Ashford reflects on her journey from community volunteer to historic mayor, vowing to continue her legacy of service and leadership in Port Huron.
New organization seeks to educate and empower the Hispanic community in Southeastern Michigan
After a significant gap left by the disintegration of Hispanic organizations in the Blue Water Area, the Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan is set to fill the void by offering vital resources and educational services as they cultivate tradition and spread awareness across the region.
How mentorship and art are creating beautiful spaces in Port Huron
In Port Huron, artists have transformed buildings, storm drains, and many other public spaces with their creative works. Explore the story behind two of the most recent projects in the Blue Water Area.
St. Clair County Community College leads the way with new adaptive sports program
Open to students and community members alike, St. Clair County Community College’s new wheelchair basketball adaptive sports program is working to promote more inclusivity in the region, bringing together basketball enthusiasts of all abilities.
Throughout several generations, local family creates positive impact in Blue Water Area
The Reyna family is a remarkable example of multi-generational contribution to the Port Huron community. The Reyna family’s move was a new beginning and the family’s continued impact in the Blue Water Area has helped shape the landscape with notable structures and community activism.
Doña Marina’s, the region’s first Nicaraguan restaurant, sets up permanent residence in Wrigley Hall
Heather Fagan's determination and passion has taken her restaurant, Doña Marina’s, to new heights. Serving up a unique fusion of Nicaraguan and Latin American cuisine, this Port Huron gem is thriving at its new home in Wrigley Hall.
New axe-throwing venue, bar, and restaurant opens in downtown Port Huron
Offering food, fun, and perhaps some friendly competition, Bootleggers Axe Co. is set to become a go-to destination for entertainment in the Blue Water Area.
New Black River Canal pedestrian bridge connects another section of the Bridge to Bay Trail
The newest addition to the Bridge to Bay Trail, the pedestrian bridge over the Black River Canal, was officially commemorated on Wednesday, June 7, during a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony held in Fort Gratiot.
The four sacred medicines: Indigenous plants and their traditional uses amongst Native Americans
Tobacco, sweetgrass, sage, and cedar have been used amongst indigenous peoples for generations in ceremonies as well as everyday life. In this brief overview, learn about these plants and their profound cultural connections.
