Sunday, February 8, 2026

Cleary to Host Community Blood Drive Feb. 12

Everyone who donates will receive a $50 gift card.

Assaults on Prison Staff Have Increased in Michigan. Union Asks State for Change

The union attributes the attacks to a lack of maximum-security prison space, arguing that violent inmates can no longer be separated from the general population as often as warranted. Instead, higher-security prisoners are spread across lower-level housing units in Michigan’s 26 state prisons.

How Much Lottery Ticket Cash Ends Up in Michigan Classrooms?

During the fiscal year 2024, the lottery contributed nearly $1.25 billion to the School Aid Fund. That’s equivalent to about 8% of the state revenue schools got that year.

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Fowlerville Wrestling Enters Postseason Without HOF Coach Dan Coon

“I resigned when a couple of parents were not letting their son be held accountable for his actions,” Coon said in a text to the Livingston Daily.

City Of Howell Earns Top Honors In Statewide e-Cities Economic Study

The UM Dearborn iLabs Study highlights major infrastructure and recreation investments.

Local Lawmaker Invites Residents To Upcoming Office Hours

Republican State Representative Ann Bollin of Brighton Township will host office hours this coming Monday at two different locations.

Livingston County 2026 Compost Bin/Rain Barrel Sale

It is an online pre-order sale only.

Friday, February 6, 2026

Howell Varsity Hockey Team 2026 KLAA Champions

Howell 4-3 over Livonia Stevenson in overtime.

Michigan Retailers Adjust As Penny Production Ends

The end of penny production has been a challenge for Michigan retailers, who are now seeking clearer federal guidance. Business groups say the lack of binding rules has created uncertainty about compliance with state and local regulations.

Howell High School Awarded MiLEAP Universal FAFSA Challenge Grant

The grant will support programs to increase FAFSA completion and postsecondary education planning.

Forestry Work Next Week In Dexter Area

Delays are likely due to intermittent lane restrictions.

AG Files Motion To Reopen "Conditional Approval" Of DTE Data Center Contracts

AG Dana Nessel wants the MPSC to reopen the matter of DTE’s application for approval of two special contracts to service an anticipated hyperscale A-I data center in Saline Township.

Burn Awareness Week Encourages Fire Safety and Burn Prevention

This week urges Americans to learn about fire safety and burn prevention.

Thursday, February 5, 2026

New Weight Restrictions On Three Structures In Northfield Township

The load rating has been reduced on all three due to structural deterioration.

Higher ACA Costs Hit Michigan Families

New enrollment data show fewer Michiganders signed up for coverage this year as premiums and deductibles rose for many individual plans.

No Legionella Detected At Oakland County Jail

The latest round of routine Legionella testing returned “non-detect” results for the bacteria in all sampled locations at the Oakland County Jail and Little Oaks Child Development Center.

Livingston County Habitat for Humanity Needs Volunteers

The non-profit organization receives about 20 urgent requests each month.

Stockbridge Man Seriously Injured In Head-On Crash Wednesday

Deputies with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to M-52 near Dennis Road for a head-on crash between a car and a semi-truck.

Sawdust to Sparkles Gala Raises Money for Livingston County Habitat for Humanity

The fundraising event is taking place Saturday at The Reserve Event Center in Pinckney.

North Star Reach CEO J.J. Lewis Runner-Up In 2025 CEO Pinnacle Awards

The recognition comes during a milestone year for North Star Reach as the organization celebrates its 10-Year Anniversary and "Year of Mooseness" in 2026.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Man Dies By Suicide In Genoa Township

The situation involved a barricaded subject experiencing a mental health crisis who initially shot around the inside of a trailer and later took his own life.

Lions Fan from Pinckney Files $100M Defamation Lawsuit Stemming from Altercation with Steelers Wide Receiver

Lawsuit claims Ryan Kennedy continues to suffer physically and "reputational damage and economic harm" after being what he calls falsely accused of calling Metcalf a racial slur during the incident.

Livingston County Sheriff's Office Responds To "Shots Fired" Call

The situation involved a barricaded subject experiencing a mental crisis in Genoa Township.

Local Olympian & Pinckney Snowboarder Meets Snoop Dogg

This marks Jake Vedder’s second Winter Olympics representing his small home town of Pinckney, proudly.

Oakland County Sheriff’s Detectives Finalizing Investigation Into Drowning

Detectives are finalizing the investigation into the drowning death of a 4-year-old girl at a private athletic club in Independence Township last Friday.

Popular Lenten Fish Fry Dinners Return To Local Area In February

One of those is at St. Mary Catholic Parish in Pinckney, which hosts the dinners in partnership with the St. Mary Knights of Columbus.

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Human Skull Dropped Off At Goodwill Store In Chelsea

Chelsea Police are looking to identify a woman who donated some items to the Goodwill store on Monday, January 26th.

The Smoke Doctor Closing Downtown Howell Location

Another sign of tough economic times for some local businesses trying to make ends meet.

Howell Chamber Membership Super Bowl Kicks Off

The Membership Super Bowl is taking place at The Reserve Event Center in Pinckney.

Data Center Moratorium Enacted In Genoa Township

The board approved a six month moratorium on the acceptance, processing, and approval of applications for data centers and crypto-currency mining facilities.

Congressman Barrett Pushes Term Limits for Federal Judges

Constitutional amendment needs two-thirds support in Congress.

Resolution In Opposition To Controversial Landfill In Salem Township

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will take up a resolution against a controversial proposed new landfill when it meets Wednesday and a local group is urging a public show of support.

Man Re-Sentenced To Life Without Parole For 1962 Murder Of 11-Year-Old

James Gostlin was re-sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 1962 murder of 11-year-old Shirley Husted in Oakland County.

"Love Your Library Story Time" At Brighton District Library

This Saturday marks “Take Your Child to the Library Day” and the Library is celebrating with a special story time event.

Cleary U Names Dino Hernandez Senior VP of Advancement

Brings major fundraising experience to Cleary.

Monday, February 2, 2026

Board To Discuss MDOT's Planned Roundabout At M-59 & Latson Road

MDOT is expected to make a presentation to the Oceola Township Board of Trustees in March.

Trinity Health: Brighton HS Leadership Class Raised Record $100K During Pink Week

Highest fundraising achievement in the 14 year partnership between the school and the hospital.

Howell's Woody the Groundhog Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter

Sides with her more famous, but far less accurate cousin Phil in Pennsylvania.

Lights, Camera, Action at Milford Independent Cinema

The single-screen movie theater planned on closing its doors over the weekend.

Annual Rosa Parks Transit Equity Day Breakfast & Community Conversation

Anyone who uses public transportation, supports local workforce development, values community independence, or has an interest in the future of mobility in Livingston County is encouraged to attend.

HHS Teacher Receives Fulbright Teacher International Field Experience Placement

Howell High School Science Teacher Crystal Carder will visit Uruguay in June.

Forestry Work In Northfield & Salem Townships

The Washtenaw County Road Commission will be performing forestry work on the intersection of Dixboro Road and Pontiac Trail.