WGRT Local News Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Local news from WGRT 102.3 FM in Port Huron, Michigan. Stay connected with government, business, and event news in Michigan's Thumbcoast with our community news reporter and host, Jessie Wiegand.
Port Huron Civic Theatre members, Dr. Kammie Fabian, Jordan Frontiero, and Michaela Venditti, share their excitement for the upcoming production of Shrek: The Musical. Civic Theatre showcases the creative strengths of its cast members of all ages, and there is a role for everyone! Learn some of the unique qualities of this show and its performers, and get your tickets to Shrek: The Musical here: https://mcm-internet.choicecrm.net/templates/MCM/?event_ids=255&_ga=2.174425634.1200341298.1667483106-1227951885.1667483106#/events (McMorran.com)
Susan Tisdel and Judy Redmond love their role as volunteers with Port Huron Town Hall, and they are excited about the upcoming guests who will share their stories with the community. Port Huron Town Hall is welcoming Darren McGrady on November 14th, and Chef McGrady will share his experience cooking for the Royal Family and five U.S. Presidents. McGrady has also authored more than one cookbook, cooked one-on-one with Oprah, and performed cooking demonstrations for over 4, 00 people at a time. In December, Port Huron Town Hall will feature Javier Muñoz. an actor and activist best known for his Broadway role as Alexander Hamilton. Susan and Judy remarked that those who love theater will thoroughly enjoy Muñoz's presentation, and the audience may be in for the special treat of hearing a song or two from Hamilton. Tickets for Port Huron Town Hall are available at the McMorran Box Office at https://www.mcmorran.com/shows (McMorran.com/shows).
Hospice care is about more than a patient's last resort, and Angela Delaere, President and CEO of VNA & Blue Water Hospice, encourages the community and healthcare professionals to learn how hospice can improve quality of life for patients nearing the end of their lives.
In this episode, Angela talks about some of the myths of hospice care, how believing those myths affects families, and and educational opportunity VNA & Blue Water Hospice is providing at the Blue Water Convention Center on November 9, 2022.
More information is available on the events page https://wgrt.com/event/hospice-education-night/ (
Larry and Tracy Jones share how redeveloping properties in Port Huron excites them and keeps them coming back for more. Larry is both an investor and construction worker, playing an active role in the projects his company, Landmark Management, undertakes. Learn what inspired him to begin a career as a developer and why Port Huron became his home. He also shares how he rises above negative perceptions of downtown Port Huron and has become an advocate for expanding residential housing in the city. In this episode, Larry and Tracy talk about: The Wrigley Center Project Potential redevelopment of the Municipal Office Center, a.k.a. the M.O.C. or City Hall/Building Why a local economy needs residential areas to support retail and restaurants Growing up on a farm vs. living in a downtown area Larry's entrepreneurial journey Tracy's perspective seeing her hometown revived How outside investors and visitors view Port Huron
Learn more about residential space at The Wrigley Center, by contacting Korissa Wilkins from Kramer Realty here: https://kramerrealty.catylist.com/jsp/agents/agent_overview.jsp?agentID=12376623 (https://kramerrealty.catylist.com/jsp/agents/agent_overview.jsp?agentID=12376623) Learn more about entertainment, dining and retail space at Wrigley Hall here: https://wrigleyhall.com/ (https://wrigleyhall.com/) https://wgrt-local-news-podcast.captivate.fm (WGRT Local News Podcast website)
Join the conversation with Jessie Wiegand and Pete Lacey, Senior Vice President of St. Clair County Community College, to learn more about the Wolverine Invitational coming to SC4 this weekend. Learn more about the Wolverine Invitational at sc4.edu.
Christine D'Luge, co-director of Read for Life, shares how the community can get involved helping young readers at Cleveland Elementary school in Port Huron. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Nancy Gardener, President of Bold Education Connections, and Cliff Thomason, Executive Director of The Athletic Factory, talk about a partnership they've formed to connect East Shore Leadership Academy students with after school recreational activities. Learn more about East Shore Leadership Academy here: https://www.eastshoreleaders.com/ (https://www.eastshoreleaders.com/) Learn more about The Athletic Factory here: https://theathleticfactory.org/ (https://theathleticfactory.org/) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Yvonne Markel, President of the St. Clair County Farm Museum, shares the details on the 38th Annual Fall Harvest Days. Learn more about the St. Clair County Farm Museum here: https://stclaircountyfarmmuseum.org/ (https://stclaircountyfarmmuseum.org/)
Dr. Doru Bali just received the prestigious Hospice Medical Director Certified credential from the Hospice Medical Director Certification Board. He's one of only 29 physicians in Michigan, and the only one in St. Clair County, to hold it. As Medical Director at VNA & Blue Water Hospice since 2020, Dr. Bali said the credential speaks to the quality of care the organization's team makes to their patients and the community. VNA & Blue Water Hospice meets a variety of patient care needs while also supporting families with caregiver resources and groups for those experiencing grief and loss.
Joann Wilton shares the Heart of a Hero event which celebrates St. Clair county's community heroes. Get tickets for the event by August 8th here: https://www.thearcscc.org/gala (https://www.thearcscc.org/gala) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Jamie Murray shares why she is running for Michigan State Representative for the 63rd District. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Chief James Craig talks about his candidacy for Governor of Michigan. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Ryan D. Kelley shares why he is running for Governor of Michigan. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Fred Fuller shares why he is running for St. Clair County Commissioner representing District 1. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Carolyn Richards shares why she is running for St. Clair County Commissioner representing District 1. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Michelle Donovan shares why she is running for U.S. Congress representing District 9. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Bill Gilmer shares why he is running for St. Clair County Commissioner representing District 6. The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Listen as Andrew Beeler talks with Jessie Wiegand about why he is running for Michigan State Representative of the 64th District. Learn more about Andrew Beeler here: https://www.beelerformichigan.com/meetandrew The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT’s Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Ron Steward, President of Main Street Memories Car Show, Joined us in the studio to share details about this year's car show at the Acheson Ventures Waterfront in Port Huron. This year's car show is Saturday, July 30th from 10 - 4 PM. Pre-registration has closed, but there are still openings for those who want to register on the day of the show. Cost is $20 at the show, and all years, makes, and models are welcome. Main Street Memories is doing a special tribute to 1972, and they will have a special "50th Anniversary" display for cars of that model year. The event will be spread out along the waterfront property and features a food court with local restaurants and food trucks, and displays from Showtime Monster Trucks and Nightmare Racing Mega Trucks. This is a non-judged car show that focuses on celebrating the car community, and raising money for the Council on Aging serving St. Clair County. To learn more about Main Street Memories Car Show, visit their website here: https://www.mainstreetmemoriesph.com/ (https://www.mainstreetmemoriesph.com/) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
4-H ambassadors, Nick and Jake Glombowski and Brooke Strauch share details about this year's St. Clair County 4-H & Youth Fair, coming to Goodells County Park on July 18-23, 2022. Learn more about the St. Clair County 4-H & Youth Fair here: https://stclaircounty4hfair.org/ The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Listen as Kevin Rinke talks with Jessie Wiegand about his reasons for running for Governor of Michigan. Learn more about Kevin Rinke here: https://rinkeformichigan.com/ (https://rinkeformichigan.com/) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT’s Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Kristina Karamo shares why she is running for Michigan Secretary of State and what her priorities will be if she wins. Learn more about Kristina Karamo here: https://kristinakaramo.com/ (https://kristinakaramo.com/)
The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT’s Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Mike Ward is a Port Huron native who started performing his music around the country in his retirement. His heartfelt songwriting and acoustic style has been appreciated in multiple venues around Michigan and the U.S. Mike has performed locally at Foundry, The Raven Cafe, The Lake Bonisteel Music Festival, and has several shows coming up in St. Clair County, Lexington, and beyond. Listen as Mike shares how his kids encouraged him to share his music with the world, and where he gets the inspiration for his poetic songs. Learn more about Mike Ward Music here: https://www.psychosongs.com/ (https://www.psychosongs.com/) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Today's guests, Alphonso Amos, Jessica Brown, and Kevin Watkins share why Juneteenth is important to them and how the whole community can come together for this celebration of a major event in American history. Learn more about the Juneteenth Celebration at St. Clair County Community College on Saturday, June 1th from noon- 4 PM here: https://sc4.edu/event/juneteenth-celebration/ (https://sc4.edu/event/juneteenth-celebration/) Learn more about Black Lives Matter Port Huron here: https://www.facebook.com/BlackLivesMatterPortHuron (https://www.facebook.com/BlackLivesMatterPortHuron) SC4's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion here: https://sc4.edu/office-of-diversity-equity-inclusion/ (https://sc4.edu/office-of-diversity-equity-inclusion/) Port Huron Chapter of NAACP here: https://www.facebook.com/Port-Huron-Branch-of-the-NAACP-479353555461261 (https://www.facebook.com/Port-Huron-Branch-of-the-NAACP-479353555461261) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)
Is the drug problem in Port Huron as bad as some people think? How do you know if there is drug activity in your neighborhood? Why does it seem like the police aren't doing anything about the report you called in? Sheriff Mat King answers questions about what the community can do to help law enforcement find and catch drug dealers along with the unique aspects of fighting drug crime in our area. Learn more about the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office and Drug Task Force here: https://www.facebook.com/stclaircountysheriff.org (https://www.facebook.com/stclaircountysheriff.org) Report suspected drug activity by calling (800) 243- DRUG
Marcus Middleton & Allan Piper join us to talk about Port Huron’s Memorial Day Parade and why it's important for a community to gather on this holiday. What does it mean for our veterans and active military when we remember their fallen comrades? Listen and discover how taking a few hours out of your Memorial Day makes a difference.
Mike "Doc" Emrick began his 47-year career in broadcasting announcing for the International Hockey League's Port Huron Flags in 1973. He has covered NHL, Olympic, and World Cup hockey, won multiple Emmy awards, and worked for CBS, NBC, ESPN, and many other major networks throughout his career. Listen as he shares how he got started and why he supports his local Blue Water YMCA.
The Letter Carriers Food drive is back after a 2 year hiatus, and Brent Gillette, Executive Director of United Way of St. Clair County, and Terra Anderson, Food Coordinator for the National Association of Letter Carriers, stopped in to share why they support this effort to alleviate hunger. Learn more about the National Letter Carriers Association food drive here: https://www.nalc.org/community-service/food-drive/2022-donor-drive (https://www.nalc.org/community-service/food-drive/2022-donor-drive) Learn more about the United Way of St. Clair County here: https://www.uwstclair.org/ (https://www.uwstclair.org/) Listen to the WGRT Local NEWS podcast on your favorite podcast app every Friday for in-depth interviews with people from around Michigan’s Thumbcoast! Find the podcast on https://open.spotify.com/show/6oF1WsDoVfyMAh62Jvlhr6?si=e04a6350efcd4372 (Spotify), https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wgrt-local-news-podcast/id1616917640 (Apple), or https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (Facebook)! The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
Join a conversation with Todd Carmody and Terri Hoag about the Thumb (Michigan) Facebook group. Learn why Todd decided to start the group and how Terri celebrates our area as the Blue Water Ambassador. In this episode, Jessie, Todd, and Terri talk about: Sharing positive news about the community What it takes to administrate the group Using photography to showcase local businesses How The Thumb group connects people to unique aspects of our community
Learn more about the Thumb Michigan Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/195464297712532 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/195464297712532) Listen to the WGRT Local NEWS podcast on your favorite podcast app every Friday for in-depth interviews with people from around Michigan’s Thumbcoast! Find the podcast on https://open.spotify.com/show/6oF1WsDoVfyMAh62Jvlhr6?si=e04a6350efcd4372 (Spotify), https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wgrt-local-news-podcast/id1616917640 (Apple), or https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (Facebook)! The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
How do young artists share their work and build community? Kara Kaercher and Selah Butterfield join us this week to talk about how they are building their businesses and sharing their art with the community. Kara Kaercher, Kara's Arts & Crafts, specializes in acrylic pour and painting along with teaching classes and creating jewelry. She shares how leading classes at Foundry and working on the public mural downtown Port Huron help her connect with her community. Find Kara here: https://m.facebook.com/KarasArtandCrafts/?_rdr (https://m.facebook.com/KarasArtandCrafts/?_rdr) As a digital artist, Selah Butterfield has built a 50,000+ person following on social media platforms where she shares and demonstrates her digital drawing skills. Find Selah's work here: https://selahsketches.carrd.co/ (https://selahsketches.carrd.co/) Listen to the WGRT Local NEWS podcast on your favorite podcast app every Friday for in-depth interviews with people from around Michigan's Thumbcoast! Find the podcast on https://open.spotify.com/show/6oF1WsDoVfyMAh62Jvlhr6?si=e04a6350efcd4372 (Spotify), https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wgrt-local-news-podcast/id1616917640 (Apple), or https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (Facebook)! The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
Have you ever had to make a choice between buying groceries or paying your electric bill? Food insecurity is a real problem for many people in St. Clair County, and today's guests, Heather Bearden & Heather Fagan, share how the organizations they work with are trying to help. In this episode we talk about: What is food insecurity? How can people get the help they need? Are food stamps/Bridge cards enough? How communities can come together to provide healthy food option Food deserts and urban gardens The Community Resource Fair on May 13, 2022 from 10 AM - 1 PM
Learn more about Food Bank of Eastern Michigan here: https://www.fbem.org/ (https://www.fbem.org/) Learn more about Seed & Soul Society here: https://s3ph.square.site/ The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
Drew Jacobs and Alex Shier have been singing and writing songs since they were teenagers. Now, they've both launched successful careers using digital technology and social media to share their music. Listen as Alex, Drew, and Jessie talk about: Starting a music career in your teens Producing music videos in the Port Huron area Engaging with fans via social media Reaching the top of the Billboard Charts The success of God's Country Alex's new single, Don't Go The work involved as a career musician
Learn more about Drew Jacobs here: http://www.drewjacobsmusic.com/ (http://www.drewjacobsmusic.com/) Learn more about Alex Shier here: http://alexshiermusic.com/ (http://alexshiermusic.com/) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
Alphonso Amos and Josh Chapman share their roles in the Southside Spring Fest and their excitement about developments on Port Huron's southside. Jessie talks with Alphonso and Josh about: Is it South Park or the Southside? How development could affect long term residents of southside neighborhoods How people who don't live on the southside can support the area for the benefit of the whole city
The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
City of Port Huron Mayor Pro-Tem Sherry Archibald shares updates from this week's City Council meeting. In this episode, Sherry and Jessie chat about where to hang out in downtown Port Huron this summer, the actual name of the giant round bank, and whose job it is to fix the sidewalks in front of your house. They also discuss: Workforce housing and affordable housing developments in the city of Port Huron Conner Street Corridor improvements McMorran Plaza Grocery store on the Southside of Port Huron Ice skating at McMorran Plaza Concerts at McMorran Plaza Pocket parks and entertainment around Port Huron in the summer Improving neighborhoods What will the city do with their Central Fire Station? Is there help for homeowners who can’t afford to repair or replace their broken sidewalks?
Connect with the Port Huron City Council here: https://porthuron.org/government/city_council/index.php (https://porthuron.org/government/city_council/index.php) Connect with the Planning Department about sidewalk issues here: https://porthuron.org/departments/planning_community_development/index.php (https://porthuron.org/departments/planning_community_development/index.php) Follow Downtown Port Huron's Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/downtownporthuron (https://www.facebook.com/downtownporthuron) The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) The WGRT Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow WGRT Local News on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews (https://www.facebook.com/WGRTlocalnews)
Ralph Rebandt joins Jessie Wiegand for a conversation about his candidacy for Governor of Michigan. Rebandt shares elements of his Lighthouse Initiative and the values that form its foundation. Learn more about Ralph Rebandt's candidacy here: https://www.ralphrebandtforgovernor.com/ The WGRT Local News Podcast is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm)
WGRT’s Local News Podcast is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)