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Erie Square Gazette, Port Huron, MI Thursday Feb 9, 2012Volume 60, Issue 9

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The halls of the Fine Arts Building buzzed with smiling young artists displaying their masterpieces in water color, paper-mache, and crayon. Yes, you heard right. Crayon. Art teachers from over 25 elementary schools in the St. Clair Country area proudly recognized student art on the opening day reception to the forty-fourth annual Beatrice Thornton Art Exhibit Thursday, Feb. 2. Approximately 915 two-dimensional pieces and over 200 three-dimensional pieces currently decorate the walls of the Fine Arts Building, giving the school a colorful, joyful renovation. Students aged kindergarten through fifth grade anxiously whirled through the crowd of fellow artists

Thursday evening in attempt to hunt out their prize piece. “Look, mom, look!” was often heard as a child beamed with excitement to proud parents. Parents of six year old triplets Ethan, Ella, and Collin Martin from Garden Elementary were pleased to have each of their children display a piece in the exhibit. The exhibit also welcomed several art teachers to the event who supported and congratulated their students. Kumar Sarcar, an art teacher at Thomas Edison Elementary, Michigamme Elementary, and Trinity Elementary said he loves teaching children because, “They have good, positive attitudes and open minds.” His second grade student, Camryn Sparschu from

Thomas Edison Elementary was belated to see Mr. Sarcar and welcomed him with a hug just before answering what must have been a question that stumped the class earlier in the day. “I know the answer! I know it! Van Gough was Dutch,” she said affirmatively. “Am I right? Am I the first to

get the answer!?” Such positive, healthy support from the family and the community can only be beneficial and encouraging to extending the children’s learning experience outside of the classroom. Thanks to SC4, the curiosity of the elementary students could also be nurtured

A Crayola masterpiecein extending their visit to exploration of art classrooms at SC4. Many thanks to Karen Jezewski and to all others who helped organize and host the event for providing such a warm, constructive, positive atmosphere for the students and their parents. SC4 will host the opening day reception

to the portion of the Beatrice Thornton Student Art Exhibit, which will include middle school and high school art from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 1. Any further questions can be answered by Karen Jezewski at (810) 989-5709.

Michael ScottStaff Writer

This past July, St. Clair County Community College found itself facing the daunting task of finding a replacement for long time professor, Thomas Obee, and his 43 years of experience. The man SC4 chose to fill that void is Oregon native James Soto. “When I first moved here, I felt like I had the biggest shoes in the city to fill,” said the 43 year-old Carnegie Mellon University

graduate. Very quickly, Soto had the notion that he was replacing a man who was very well respected within the city of Port Huron. Excited to build upon the legacy left by Obee, he intends to further develop the SC4 Philosophy department along the lines of his own interests and research. “I’m just another community college student trying to give back to other community college students,” said Soto. If students are interested in Soto

and philosophy, they can take his new course: PHL 213 Ethics. The class is three credits and requires no prerequisite. The enthusiastic Soto said that he is most interested in researching the ways in which people learn. He uses his previous knowledge of child language acquisition and translates that into how students respond and learn through negative evidence. “I’m still trying to figure out how to teach. I find it the most fascinating puzzle, when it comes to philosophy and intellectual inquiry. What’s great about it is in a sense I’m just a big student in front of the class. Because as I watch my students develop, as I go through the process of teaching I am constantly learning how to do my craft better, and that’s my favorite thing,” declared Soto.

But James Soto is more than just a college instructor. The student amongst students is an avid baseball nut! Spending his summers pitching for a men’s team in Detroit, he enjoys following his two favorite teams: The Seattle Mariners and Pittsburgh Pirates. He is an avid reader and investigator. Also, he enjoys taking his three dogs for walks along Lighthouse Beach daily, especially his pride and joy, a three year old pit bull, Sipo.

Coast 2 coast: SC4 philosopher aims to build department He is married to a wonderful Russian woman named Oanasuditu (pronounced Wan-na). Soto’s educational roots extend from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, across the country to Pittsburgh where he finished graduate school and worked part time teaching for a few years. With Michigan being the third coast he has hit, he added that he is excited, and is surrounded by a wonderful group of colleagues and dedicated students.

With admiration for the city in his heart, Soto says, “It is really spectacular. I like the architecture downtown. When I first came and saw the bridges it reminded me of a miniature Chicago.” Hoping to achieve tenure while contributing to the community, Soto offered that he plans to remain in Port Huron and eventually retire in the city like Obee, working well into his 60’s, “I plan on working till my body breaks!”

New instructor, James Soto, during a lecture on Feb. 7, 2012. Photo by Liz Whittemore

New instructor James Soto working in his office.Photo by Liz Whittemore

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Elementary students view peer artwork. Photo by Alyssha Ginzel

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For three hours laughter filled theaters all accost the country last Thursday, and I was lucky enough to be in Kraft 8, doing something that I have wanted to do for a long time. See Kevin Smith live. Last Thursday, Kevin Smith and Jason Mews brought their podcast “Jay and Silent Bob Get Old,” followed by one of Kevin Smith’s famous Q&A’s, to the big screen. Streaming live from one of his live shows in Canada, as Smith and Mews bounced from topics such as Smith feeling that he is a Batman to his pet tortoises, to how writing his last movie “Hit Somebody” is going. If you are aware of Smith’s films and

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Friday, Feb. 3, a specter in black made her way onto the big screen to pray upon any parent’s greatest weakness. Their children. “The Woman in Black” is the latest film from the horror genre to make its way to theaters, and it’s taking horror back to its roots of good old fashioned, grip the edge of your seat, spookiness. Fans of excessively gory horror films should look elsewhere; they won’t find any in this film. Starring Daniel Radcliffe, who plays a young lawyer named Arthur Kipps, the film takes place in a backwater village that’s packed full of spook film clichés. Such as: superstitious town folk, heavy rolling mists, a spooky house that no one dares enter, and a vengeful ghost. And let’s not forget the creepy children. There are a lot of creepy children. Despite this, “The Woman in Black” takes all of those clichés, and many more, and effectively weaves them together to create a delightfully creepy plot. Even if said plot is a tad predictable and leaves you with more questions than answers

Have you seen her?by the time the credits start rolling. There are also points within the movie where everything seemed to just trudge along. As if those moments were simply tossed in for the

purpose of filling in time. Fortunately those moments are few. All in all, “The Woman in Black” seems to shoot straight down the middle. It’s not a film that’ll be

raved about and make its mark in history, but it’s not a terrible movie either. Not a must see, but still worth a watch type of deal. Should you choose to give it a change,

just be sure that you don’t go peering into any dark corners for a while afterwards. For if you lay eyes upon the lady in black; then it’s already too late.

Thursday Feb 9, 2012


Twana PinskeyEditor-in-Chief

St. Clair County Community College’s Global Diversity Council will sponsor a free performance of the Zuzu African Acrobats at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, in the SC4 gymnasium. Three of the five members who will be performing were semi-finalists in 2011 on the television show, “America’s Got Talent.” The group performed

as Zuma Zuma on the show. Global Diversity Council Chair, and SC4 Vice President of Student Services, Pete Lacey said the event is in coloration with Black History Month. According to Lacey, planning for this event began prior to the holidays. He explained the event is an educational experience for the students. “We are very excited to provide a cultural event such as this for our students,” said

Lacey. The group from Mombasa, Kenya, will perform a 45 minute choreographed routine embodying the rich cultural history of East Africa. The show includes fast pyramid building, limbo, contortion, bottle balancing, tumbling, chair stacks/balancing and a pole act. Seating for the free show is limited to the first 500 people.

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Twana PinskeyEditor-in-Chief

St. Clair County Community College Student Government Vice-President Jonathan Brewer resigned his position at the end of the fall 2011 semester. According to Brewer, he stepped down to transfer to Michigan State University. According to Student Government President, Doug Johnson, three student candidates interviewed for the

open position. That process was followed by a discussion between members of the Student Government Executive Board. Present was Alysia Burge, Johnson, SC4 Student Activities, Orientation and International Programs Coordinator Angel Niederkohr. According to Johnson, it was decided that Chelsea Borkovich was felt to be the best possible candidate to fill vacant position.

Borkovich replaces Brewer at All-Club meeting

Meghan GradyStaff Writer

SC4 is hosting a free documentary screening of the series, “Unnatural Causes: is Inequality Making Us Sick?” The SC4 Wellness Committee and St. Clair Health Department sponsored screenings will be held in the Fine Arts Theatre Wednesday, Feb. 8 and Feb. 29, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The PBS series examines America’s racial and socioeconomic irresponsible malpractice in

healthcare by examining our social circumstances which we live and how it affects our health, rather than blaming it on bad genes, poor diets and healthcare. The first screening, “When the Bough Breaks” asks the question, can racism bury itself inside us like a sand crab in the sand and be affecting the human birth processes and eventually, their outcomes? The last screening “Not Just a Paycheck” examines the reasons unemployment is devastating specific

places, like Michigan, versus unemployment in places such as Sweden, where it’s not even causing a slight disturbance in their economic status. In addition to the viewing, panel discussions of the documentary will be held following the showings with local experts. For more information about show times call: (810) 989-5692, and for more information about the documentary, visit unnaturalcauses .org.

SC4 hosts acclaimed documentary

Borkovich was presented to the clubs assembled at the All Club meeting on Jan. 18, where she was voted in as the new vice president by a margin of 11 in favor and only one club voting against. Borkovch is an Elementary Education major and the founder of the SC4 Soccer Club. She explained she felt her experience from involvement in multiple clubs would benefit her as a leader. “I want to listen to what students have to

say,” said Borkovich. She went on to say she would strive to do her best to accommodate reasonable requests.

“I want people to really know I care and I do listen,” replied Borkovich. Borkovich, and any

member of the student government, can be reached at their office at: (810) 989-5737.78

Meghan GradyStaff Writer

SC4 students will now have the option for paid work experience through the YES! Program. Students whom are 19 to 21 and meet Workforce Investment

Act guidelines, that include some income qualifications, are eligible. SC4 will accommodate the qualifying students geographical needs while being placed in businesses in St. Clair or Macomb counties.

Placements will also be based on academic focuses and training. The program ends June 30, 2012, and is open to the first 50 students who qualify. For more information, contact Sharon Stowell at (810) 989-5669.

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Doug Johnson(left), Student Government President and out going Student Government Vice President, Jonathon Brewer(right). Photo by Twana Pinskey

Chelsea Borkovich, newly elected Student Government Vice President, speaks at the All-Club meeting. Photo by Twana Pinskey

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“The Super Bowl. The most epic day in America,” Morgan Freeman says on his Visa commercial. This year, the Super Bowl will be a hard hitting battle on the gridiron between the New England Patriots and the New York Giants. But people will be watching more than

Christian McGeachySports Editor

After a few weeks of getting L’s, the Skippers finally come up with a way to get the W. On Saturday, Feb. 4, the St.Clair County Community College men’s basketball came up with the win over Kirtland Community College 70 - 56. Breaking the Skippers losing streak of six games in row. Throughout the whole game, the Skippers seemed to be determined on

just the plays on the field. Commercials will be on everybody’s mind during the breaks in action. Companies thrive for the chance to have their ads on the biggest game of the year. But is it worth it? The cost for a Super Ad, according to CNNMoney, is three million dollars for a thirty second ad. When you break it down, that’s one hundred

thousand dollars per second. Last year, Chrysler put out their new commercial for Chrysler 200 car with Eminem and was the longest commercial in Super Bowl history. Costing Chrysler twelve million dollars. That’s a lot of money for one commercial. Many companies take the chance on the big stage. Companies such as Skechers,

Doritos, Anheuser-Busch, ETrade, GoDaddy and Coca-Cola. But companies have to realize the cost. According to CNNMoney, if Snickers invested in a thirty second commercial, they would have to sell 6,329,406 bars to pay for their investment. Bridgestone tires would have to sell 298,656 tires and

Skechers would have to sell 205,339 pairs of shoes. But if you wanted to get your product out there to the viewers, this is the time to do it. According to Time NewsFeed, last year’s Super Bowl set a TV record for 111 million viewers. In companies’ eyes, those are potential customers. So, with all the facts and ducks in a row, I believe that investing

three million dollars for a Super Bowl is a wise investment. It gives companies the best chance for the common everyday customer/viewer to see and hear about your product. So, Morgan Freeman’s most epic day in America can be the big score for the advertising companies.

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breaking their losing woes. SC4’s men’s basketball team had a comfortable lead at halftime with a score of 36 - 27 and kept their composure to pick up the win and never lose the lead. Johnnie Mills had himself a ball game by leading in scoring with 24 points. Others on the Skippers that scored were: Josh Craig with 10 points. Melvin Green III and Dennis Hogan contributed 8 points apiece. Also

scoring was: Latwann Wesley, Deion Stegall, Jesse Schienke, Brendalle Smith and Lionel Hicks. Showing that the Skippers were moving the ball around really well. The Skippers also did a good job on the boards as well. Dennis Hogan lead the team in rebounds with eight of his own. Also, Jesse Schienke produced six rebounds and Brendalle Smith had five rebounds as well. With seven games left to go in the regular

season, the Skippers are 11- 12 and 3 - 7 in the last 10 games. Scoring leader up to this point for SC4‘s men’s basketball is Johnnie Mills with 274 points and 13.7 per game. Also scoring big for the Skippers this year are Jesse Schienke with 192 points and Latwann Wesley with 185 points. Hopefully with a win on a hot winter afternoon, the Skippers will get into the winning groove and out of the loss column.

Next home games will be on Feb. 8, against Alpena Community College

and Feb.18, against Mott Community College.

V for victory

Jesse SchienkeStaff Writer

Whether it pertains to something within the game, something within a team or something within a program, adversity and sports go hand-in-hand. SC4’s basketball program is dealing with that adversity at

a crucial time of their season. SC4 men’s basketball assistant coach Mike Groulx has been named interim head coach of the women’s basketball team following the resignation of first-

year head coach, Lakita Gantz, on Wednesday, Jan.25. Gantz did not provide a direct reason for her resignation. Replacing a coach mid-season is no small task, and it put SC4 athletic director and men’s head basketball coach Dale Vos in a tough spot. “My first thought was to just promote Lucretia Bowerman, coach Gantz’s assistant, to finish the year. She told would be willing to finish out the year as head coach if she had to, but had no interest in keeping the job going forward into next year,” said Vos. The solution seemed to be a sensible one, but Vos didn’t want to leave Bowerman to run the team alone. “Initially, I turned to Mike just to see if he’d be willing to help out,” Vos said. “After talking about it for quite some time, he expressed an interest in taking over as head coach.” Groulx, a former player at SC4, has been learning as an assistant under Coach Vos for the last six years, and has always aspired to someday be a head coach. “I was a little

Stepping in and stepping uphesitant at first,” said Groulx. “I had never really envisioned myself coaching women. But the more I thought about it and the more Coach Vos and I discussed it, I began to see it as a great opportunity to gain experience as well as helping to move the program in the right direction.” In addition to the fact that he is picking up in the middle of the year, there are also many differences between the men and women’s games that Groulx will be forced to adapt to, and he’ll have to do so rather quickly. “I’m beginning to realize how much I’ve learned from Coach Vos,” Groulx said. “He’s really prepared me and I feel ready to take on this new challenge.” Vos has every confidence in his proverbial understudy. “I have no doubt that Mike will do a terrific job,” said Vos. “He’s a great student of the game and I know he’s very passionate about it. He really wants to be a head coach.” As far as the future of the position is concerned, no decisions have been made just yet.

Latwann Wesley takes the open shot. Photo by Christian McGeachy



Opinion

Sean LathropGuest Writer

For those of you who haven’t heard, there was a bill that was introduced legislation by Sen. Lamar Smith (R-TX) back in October that was designed to end online piracy called the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA). This was a noble cause, but it went a bit too far. The bill had the focus to stop anyone from posting anything online that may have

been copyrighted, or anything that had copyright material, such as music and movies. It had the backing of numerous movie and music companies, such as Universal and CBS. The issue was much greater than just piracy. The bill went on to not allow people to speak about certain copyrighted movie plotlines or the lyrics of a song, which in turn lost the backing

of numerous online corporations like Wikipedia and Reddit; these are websites that would of been shut down for having copyrighted material on their sites. Jan. 18, 2012, there was a website blackout by numerous websites across the nation, as well as the “hacktivists” group Anonymous took down the websites of any supporters of the bill. Sen. Lamar Smith went on record to

say that this was just a publicity stunt. However, this in turn changed the tide of supporters of the bill from 80 to 65 and increased the opponents from 31 to 101. The bill is now been considered dead. So, what is next? Well, legislation has recently announced a new bill that is similar to SOPA, the Online Protection and Enforcement of Digital Trade Act (OPEN Act). This bill is supported

by online companies instead of media companies, and it is encouraged for people to read it. What about the corporations that don’t want to have their stuff stolen anymore? Their resolution is a simple one; they need to get with the times. People generally don’t want to steal, as we saw with iTunes. The sales of CD’s went from its drought to a gradual increase when it became easier for

people to purchase their favorite music. Perhaps Universal, or CBS, should provide something where they can buy digital copies of movies or television shows over the internet. Don’t worry though. There will still be nerds like me who would be willing to buy the hard copies with all those nifty special features.

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“My funny Valentine. Sweet comic Valentine.” Not really the type of opening lines one would use to express feelings to someone they are trying to woo and court. For one song though, it has become part of love’s musical lexicon. Written by Richard Rogers and Lorenz Hart for the 1937 play “Babes in Arms,” “My Funny Valentine” was, at first, a song that poked fun at the sappy sentimental hearts, flowers and boxes of candy that people used to show their affection to someone. It was a funny little song from a happy-go-lucky play of to cheer people up during the throes of a worldwide depression. At the time it wasn’t one of the show’s centerpieces. It was basically a throwaway in some sorts. Somehow though, the song has taken a

life of its own to the point where if anyone recalls the original play, or the 1939 film version of it, it is mostly likely the one people will cite over the much larger production numbers from it such as “The Lady is a Tramp” and “I Wish I Was in Love Again.” “Your looks are laughable. Un photographable.” Though the song was revived in 1945, where it had minor chart success in a version done by Hal McIntyre’s big band, it would be close to a decade later where the song would make a really big splash. In 1952, jazz saxophonist Gerry Mulligan quit his gig in Stan Kenton’s group and formed the Gerry Mulligan Quartet, featuring young trumpet player Chet Baker. Their instrumental take on the song took it to the top of the charts and helped start

laying the foundation of the song becoming a standard, but the world’s first big introduction of what would be known as the west coast “Cool Jazz” sound. Following Mulligan’s arrest and imprisonment from heroin charges, the Quartet broke up. Baker set out on a solo career, further making the song his own. It was around this time that Baker was not only being noted for his horn playing, but his singing as well. “Yet you’re my favorite work of art.” With a sleepy eyed croon that sounded like it was iced down with menthol on a dewy summer morning, which matched Baker’s smoldering and sultry horn playing. Factor in his matinee good looks at the time with this and he was a shoe-in for success. In 1956, the Pacific Jazz label, released

the album “Chet Sings” which, obvious from the album title, concentrated more on his voice and less on the instrumentals. That version made the girls swoon and the guys wish they were as suave as him. Baker not only scored a hit for a second time in less than four years, not only made it a mandatory tune on any hipsters mixtape for romance for close to six decades now, but also set the standard that most arrangements of the song have been based off since.

“Your figure less than Greek. Your mouth a little weak when you open it to speak” Another jazz artist who had recorded the song several times was trumpet player Miles Davis. First in 1956 on his album “Cooking,” but it wasn’t until 1964 when he recorded the song at the Philharmonic Hall of New York’s Lincoln Center, now known as

Avery Center Hall, did he take it to places that the song hadn’t been before. The song, which also the album this version bears the name of, was made at a time of turmoil. Davis, who was still shaken by the death of the JFK and the civil rights struggles of the time, played the concert, which was co-sponsored by the NAACP, in hopes of bringing attention of a country in discontent, to a more fanciful audience. The young band he had formed, which included such future notables as Herbie Hancock on piano and Tony Williams on drums, played intensely. Not only because the mood of a nation, but also because they found out none of them would be receiving any pay for their performance that evening. Expanding the song’s normal three minute mark into an expansive and looping fifteen. It ebbs. It flows. One moment it is like a lullaby. At others it’s screaming for life. It’s a version that has one foot firmly placed in the traditions and respect for the song. The other foot though firmly kicks the hell of those same traditions. “Don’t Change A Hair For Me. Not If You Care For Me.” Nico, born Christa Päffgen, led a very strange but at times, very charmed life. Born in Germany, she was raised without a father, who suffered brain damage during World War II, and was then used by Nazi doctors for medical experiments until he died in a concentration camp. In her late teens she started modeling and acting, including a bit part in Federico Felini’s “La Dolce Vita.” From there the stunning blonde with

high cheekbones pursued a career a singing; first working with Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones. Not long after that she was “discovered” by Andy Warhol, who placed her in the spotlight of fronting a band he was managing called the Velvet Underground. Though the band objected to the idea, her ice queen chanteuse vocals featured on their 1967 debut album, “The Velvet Undergound & Nico,” have become part of the primer for anyone interested in the roots of punk, alternative and indie-rock. After exiting the band she was courted by Bob Dylan, recorded his song “I’ll Keep it With Mine,” and embarked on a solo career of six strange and, at times, difficult albums which ended with her death after having a brain hemorrhage from falling off her bicycle in Ibiza, Spain in 1988. Her final album was 1985’s “Camera Obscura.” Amid tracks of experimental nature and some that have been cited as precursors to current day electronic, there is a faithful version of “My Funny Valentine.” Accompanied by sparse cabaret jazz piano and blasts from a single trumpet, Nico’s thick, low and somber Teutonic voice resembles dark clouds on a winter day with slights bits of sunshine coming through the grayness. “My Funny Valentine” still lives on as song for the day of flowers, candy and kisses as artists continue to record it and put their own little twists on it. Thumb through any version of the “Great American Songbook” and it always appears in the first few pages.

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One penny can make a difference. The Port Huron SpeedyQ Markets are giving back to the community through the Speedy Q Fuel Your Education fundraiser. SpeedyQ Markets donates one penny from every gallon of gas sold on Tuesdays to the Port Huron School District. Beginning in November 2011, the Fuel Your Education fundraiser collected just under $991 in the first month. “Our organization has benefited from being part of this community and we were looking for a way to participate in the community in

a way that engaged our customers,” said Kyle Lawrence, Vice President of SpeedyQ Markets. “In a time where a downward facing economy is essentially negatively affecting everyone in some way, every little bit helps,” said Rachel Kobylas, a Port Huron resident. Five area SpeedyQ Markets are participating in the fundraiser. Participating locations are located at 10th Street, Water Street, Pine Grove, Wadhams, and Lapeer Avenue. “I have noticed that more of our customers are aware of where their

gas gauge is on Tuesdays and are happy to participate in the program,” said Lawrence. The money that is raised on Tuesdays will be distributed to schools in the Port Huron district in the form of individual grants. “It’s good to see that even in trying times, there is an effort being made to support our educational systems,” said Kobylas. According to Lawrence, the fundraiser is on track to hit their annual goal of $10,000. “We have set our budget for this year and are looking forward to doing

something next year to give back to

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Zack Penzien & Liz WhittemoreProduction Editor & Photo Editor

Photo Poll

Liberal Arts Yale“It’s my girlfriend’s birthday, so I get to be extra romantic.”

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A penny per gallon fueling Port Huron’s educationour customers and community,” said

Lawrence.

Sign showing the progress of the Fuel Your Education fundraiser inside the window of the tenth street SpeedyQ Market and gas station

on Feb. 6, 2012. Photo by Liz Whittemore


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Christina StoutenburgBusiness Editor

Winter finally broke Sunday, Jan. 29, and snow covered downtown, giving a fitting finale to the Port Huron Chilly Fest. Chilly Fest, which took place only one weekend instead of the events usual two, still had plenty to offer to residents and visitors. Military Street Music Café won the Chili Cookoff, which took place on Saturday, Jan. 28. Last year Military Street took second

Liz WhittemorePhoto Editor

Just because winter is here doesn’t mean that extra 5-10 pounds is inevitable. It is understandable that going out into the icy wind and snow takes a lot more motivation now than when it was eighty degrees and sunny outside. But there are other ways to stay in shape during the winter. Of course eating healthy is always an option, but who wants

to do that? One way to maintain, or even improve your figure is to join a gym. Joining a gym doesn’t necessarily mean weight lifting or running. David Somervell, 21, works out at Algonac Health and Fitness in Algonac. “I like it there. It’s open 24 hours, it has a clean environment, I can work out with friends, and there are no rude people,” said Somervell. College students

who are under 24 and can show identification can pay $25 a month for membership with no contract. “Our special is a full year of gym and tanning included for only $199,” said Michelle Moran, a worker at Algonac Health and Fitness. The gym offers Zumba classes, clean showers and changing rooms, circuit classes, and six week Kettlebell classes. For those who live closer to the SC4 campus, Viking

Fitness Center has locations in Marine City, Marysville, and Port Huron and offers one or three-gym memberships. Viking Fitness is open twenty-four hours and offers a $31 a month three gym membership for college students. There is free pool access at two off site locations with a three-gym membership. The YMCA in Port Huron also has a variety of programs to help you keep in shape.

Family pricing is available, but for individual adults membership is $49 a month after a $75 initial fee. For full-time college students, membership is $30 a month with a $50 initial fee. Visit bluewaterymca.com for program schedules and the 2012 pool schedule. If you don’t have the time to set aside to visit a gym, or can’t afford a membership, workout videos or games are a great alternative.

For those who prefer something more interactive and own a gaming system such as a Wii, Xbox or Xbox Kinect, or PS3, try a workout game. There are a variety of games from “Zumba,” “Just Dance,” “The Biggest Loser,” “EA Sports Active,” or even learning ballet. Whether you buy a game, a video, or get a membership; browse around a little before you decide. And never forget to ask about student discounts.

Working out in winter

place. Along with the Chili Cookoff, Kirk Maltby, former Red Wings player, was featured in a Meet and Greet, taking pictures and signing autographs with a ticket price of $15. Bed races were on Sunday, with the Port Huron Fighting Falcons taking first place. Plenty of free activities were also available over the weekend, such as horse and carriage rides, kids’ crafts, ice carving viewing, and demonstrations. Hot chocolate was also

available, free of charge. Although snow found Port Huron on Sunday, it was not enough to save the Outlaw Snowmobile Races, previously scheduled for Feb. 3-5, as the weather warmed again.

Food, fun, and beds

Left to right, SC4 President Dr. Kevin Pollock, Detroit Red Wings Alumni Kirt Maltby and Director of College Advancement and alumni Relations at Chili

fest David Goetz. Photo Credit: Scott Bert


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