Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Two "Walls Of Honor" Coming To Hamburg Township Thursday

The Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall and the GoldStars Tribute Wall will be escorted into Hamburg Township on Thursday.

Brighton Area Fire Authority To Host Annual 9-11 Ceremony

The ceremony is set for 7pm tonight at Station 31 off Grand River, at the Department’s 9-11 Memorial.

Flint Road Project Starting Up In Brighton Township

Work involves asphalt rehabilitation on Flint Road, from I-96 to Hilton Road. Delays are expected.

HPS To Host Meeting For Local Contractors On Bond Projects

The district and Auch Construction will host a meeting for local contractors to learn about the process for submitting proposals for upcoming projects funded by the “Our Kids, Our Community, Our Future” Bond.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Former Detroit Tiger Joins BHS Baseball Staff

Brandon Inge will be joining the coaching staff.

South Lyon Council Frustrated with Lack of Progress on EV Chargers

Asks DDA director to revisit contract with ChargEV.

BAS Board: Special Education Millage, Snow Guards for Indoor Practice Facility

Burchfield to serve remainder of Trombley's term.

Army Corps Finalizing Flood Mitigation Results for Huron River

Based on four years of data collected by "Residents Working Against Huron River Flooding"

Construction Suicide Prevention Week

Suicide rate is nearly four times higher than general population.

"Field Of Dreams" Club To Host Season Finale Saturday

The Club offers individuals a chance to play baseball that normally would not have an opportunity to play due to disabilities or other circumstances that have prevented them from playing an organized sport.

BAS Board Names Burchfield to Replace Trombley

The Brighton school board has appointed past board president Andy Burchfield to replace former trustee Bill Trombley, who abruptly resigned Monday after 12 years on the board.

Candidates Sought To Apply For Brighton District Library Board

The Brighton District Library Board of Trustees is seeking candidates to fill two open seats.

Livingston Land Conservancy To Host 20th "Land On The Horizon" Fundraiser

All net proceeds from the event go to the Conservancy’s Land Acquisition and Stewardship funds that support 17 different protected properties in Livingston County.

Monday, September 9, 2024

Man Arraigned In Alleged Abduction & Sexual Assault

29-year-old Michael Jordan DeJesus was arraigned on charges of 1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct and Assault with Intent to Commit Great Bodily Harm Less Than Murder.

"Stranger Danger" Incident Reported Near Kurtz Elementary

Huron Valley Schools says students acted quickly and safely by following "Stranger Danger" practices and ran home and told their parents who reported it to Milford Police.

Trombley Resigns from Brighton School Board

Conflict over board members operating concession stands.

Fowlerville Fall Fest Benefits Livingston Centre Historical Village

11am-5pm Saturday, September 14.

Vietnam-Era Vets Urged to Seek Military Benefits

For self, spouse and family.

Livingston Co. Officials Raise $7,600 in ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Challenge issued to county elected officials across Michigan.

Tom O'Connell Remembered for "Life Full of Love, Laughter and Faith"

Visitation 3-7pm Thursday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home.

Public Hearings Set On Latson Road PUD In Genoa Township

The upcoming Planning Commission meeting will take place at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts at Brighton High School on Tuesday, September 17th.

Meet The Candidates Event For Pinckney Village Council

The event is “in-person” only and taking place this Friday from 5:30pm to 7pm at Hell Survivors Paintball on Pearl Street.

LL Flooring to Close All MI Stores Including Brighton

The former Lumber Liquidators, now known as LL Flooring, will be closing its doors soon at all of its locations, including the one located just outside of Brighton.

Submissions Sought For Oceola Township Flag Design Contest

The deadline for design submissions is Monday, September 23rd at 8pm.

LCCC To Host "Loneliness & Isolation: The Next Health Crisis"

Livingston County Catholic Charities is hosting the free seminar on Wednesday that will focus on the effects that isolation and loneliness can have on a person mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Sunday, September 8, 2024

DNR: EHD-Affected Deer in Southwest Michigan

Most recent case confirmed in St. Joseph County.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Mason-Area Man Arrested For Alleged Abduction & Assault

On Friday morning, Ingham County Deputies were alerted that a woman was assaulted and being held against her will.

Friday, September 6, 2024

Oakland Co. Union Employees Demand Better Pay, Working Conditions

County Exec: We made a fair and generous offer.

Smokin' Jazz and Barbecue Blues Festival This Weekend

5p-10p Friday, 12p-10p Saturday

Grand River to Close for 2 Saturdays in Lyon Twp.

Grand River Avenue will close between Kent Lake Road and Kensington Road Sept. 7 and 14 for digital sign maintenance.

Ortonville Dairy Voluntarily Recalls Milk, Ice Cream Due to Pasteurization Issues

Cook's Farm Dairy in Ortonville recalling milk and ice cream voluntarily out of "an abundance of caution."

St. Joseph's Third Annual Polish Festival in South Lyon

Both Saturday and Sunday on S. Lafayette Street.

Former Substitute Teacher Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Students

61-year-old Timothy Daugherty of White Lake is accused of inappropriately touching students at Spring Mills Elementary School in Highland Township.

Sheriff Wants Legislation To Allow Police To Enforce Drone Laws

Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard is calling on Congress to pass legislation that would give local police the authority to enforce currently in place laws and rules that prescribe how drones can be operated.

Community Foundation For Livingston County Announces 2024 Grants

Grants were awarded to Cleary University, Howell Public Schools, and VINA Community Dental Center.

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Historic Parshallville Cider Mill Up For Sale

The owners are moving on after 40 years.

Grading, Utility Work in Hartland Twp Prompts Questions of New Development

Township manager says nothing has come across his desk.

MI Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking Permanent Income Tax Reduction

Rules 2015 'trigger' law was only temporary.

Pinckney Village & Childcare Facility At Odds Over Playground

Another extension has been granted for the operator of a childcare facility that’s been at odds with the Village of Pinckney over a playground that was originally required to be put in roughly two decades ago.

Lake Chemung Drowning Victim Identified

A St. Clair Shores man who drowned last month in Lake Chemung has been identified.

Northbound I-75 Bridge Maintenance Continues On Sunday

MDOT will be closing two lanes of northbound I-75 at the bridge over the Flint River in Genesee County.

Cleary University Named Top 25 College In Michigan

Cleary University announced it was named a top 25 school in Michigan for its MBA program and for its online degree programs.

Carney Chosen As Presidential Elector

Longtime political activist Kathy Carney from Livingston County has been selected as the presidential elector for the 7th Congressional District.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

MHOG Notice of Fall Hydrant Flushing

Residents may notice some pressure fluctuations, but no interruptions to normal operation.

Livingston Co. Emergency Management Exploring Ways to Mitigate Huron River Flooding

Planning town hall in Hamburg Twp in October.

Milford Village Council Amends Contract for Water System Upgrades

Increases contract by nearly $10K, to $42,500.

MDOT Issues Travel Advisory For Lee Road Bridge Over US-23

The Lee Road bridge over US-23 will be closed to perform an epoxy overlay in the Green Oak Township area.

League Of Women Voters Of Livingston County To Host Candidate Forums

The League is strictly non-partisan and does not endorse candidates or support political parties.

New Lieutenant Positions For Hamburg Police & Fire Departments

The Board of Trustees met Tuesday afternoon and granted some approvals related to establishing police and fire lieutenant promotional eligibility lists.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Sheriff Resigns From LACASA Board After Trump Controversy

Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy said he made the decision because he did not want to cloud the important work LACASA does.

Advance Tickets Available for Brighton's Annual Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival

Tickets include beer tent, four musical acts either Friday or Saturday.

M-STEP Results Highlight Negative Impact of COVID Lockdowns

3rd and 4th grade proficiency in Math and English sharply lower than pre-COVID.

AAA Promotes Safety During “School’s Open Drive Carefully” Campaign

With summer mostly in the rearview mirror and kids back to school, AAA Michigan is urging motorists to stay alert.

Livingston County Health Department Releases 2023 Annual Report

The annual report provides a review of the Department's work and response efforts.

3rd Annual Veterans On Target Saturday

The Howell Gun Club is hosting its 3rd Annual Veterans on Target NRA Day event this Saturday. It's free but registration is required.

Sunday, September 1, 2024

Novi Police: One Teen Killed, Another Wounded in Shooting Outside Michigan State Fair

Both 14-year-olds took an Uber from Detroit to Farmington Hills, then another Uber to the State Fair.