Thursday, August 11, 2022

Motorists Fed Up With High Gas Prices In Livingston County

The more gas prices seem to fall in some areas, the more they seem to stay the same or higher in Livingston County.

LCCC & Landlord Still Fighting Industrial Shredder

Livingston County Catholic Charities and Matem LLC have again filed a lawsuit against Padnos Iron & Metal in Howell that seeks to stop the ongoing construction of the shredder.

Colonial Kensington Returns This Weekend

Colonial Kensington offers attendees a chance to visit with historically-dressed reenactors portraying civilian and military life of the Colonial era at the Metropark.

Applications Being Accepted For LCSO Explorer Program

The Explorer Program is designed for young adults 14-20 years old with an interest in law enforcement.

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

EGLE Issues Violation Notices To Tribar Following Chemical Release

The state says repeated requests by EGLE investigators for critical information have not been adequately addressed by Tribar Manufacturing.

More Lane Closures On US-23 This Week

The Michigan Department of Transportation is continuing bridge epoxy seal coating along the US-23 corridor, which will continue through the week.

Brighton School Board Ratifies Contract With Support Group

As a result of action Monday night at the Brighton Board of Education meeting, BESPA, the schools' support staff union, has a new, 3-year contract with the district.

LESA's Backpacks For Kids Distribution Event Thursday

Volunteers have been busy filling all of the backpacks with supplies this week so that each goes to a child to get them started for the school year.

Brighton Area Women's History Roll Of Honor Ceremony

Many accomplished women will be inducted into the Brighton Area Women's History Roll of Honor.

Road Work Advisory In Northfield Township

Work began on Monday on Whitmore Lake Road just north of North Territorial Road in Northfield Township.

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Additional Testing Does Not Detect Chemical After Wixom Release

Testing and analysis of samples continue while a "do-not-contact" recommendation with the Huron River & other bodies of water remain in effect.

Melon Festival Parade Returns To Downtown Howell

The Melon Festival Parade is returning to the City of Howell but with a new route - which is really the old, more traditional route.

Family Emergency Readiness Expo In Howell Saturday

The Family Emergency Readiness Expo is coming to the City of Howell this weekend.

Monday, August 8, 2022

Hartland Man Charged In Cold Case Murder

54-year-old John Germain of Hartland Township was arrested at his home in connection with the May 1997 slaying of 79-year-old Virginia Cecelia Farrell of St. Clair County.

Two Men Behind Bars After OWI Crash In Lyon Township

Police say the passenger ignored commands from a sheriff’s deputy, who tased him. It was determined the driver was impaired and he was arrested without incident.

Grand River Resurfacing Project Starts Tuesday In City Of Brighton

For the first phase, underground utility work will be done during daytime hours and require various intermittent traffic shifts that will reduce portions of Grand River to one‐lane only.

Michigan's Largest Veteran Event In Fowlerville This Weekend

Vet Fest brings veterans together to enjoy camaraderie and connect them to the military benefits they earned through their service.

Roundabout Work Progressing At Pontiac Trail & North Territorial

The Washtenaw County Road Commission’s contractor began placing concrete curb last week.

Trash To Treasures Sale In Hartland

The Hartland Senior Activity Center will be holding a Trash to Treasures Sale Thursday and Friday.

Saturday, August 6, 2022

Busy Intersection To Close For Three Months Starting Monday

A roundabout will be constructed at Winans Lake Road and Rickett Road in Green Oak Township, near the Legacy Center Sports Complex, with work scheduled to start Monday.

Gym Owner Charged With Accosting A Minor

42-year-old Jermain Martinez is alleged to have had sexual contact with a 17-year-old female juvenile.

Friday, August 5, 2022

Hubbell Pond In Milford Focus Of State Testing Today

Two crews from EGLE sampled waters upstream, downstream and within the pond this morning to gather more information about the potential location of hexavalent chromium, which was released from Tribar Manufacturing in Wixom last weekend.

Genoa Township's Absentee Ballot Results To Be Re-Tabulated

When a batch of absentee ballots was run through the scanner on Election Day, instead of selecting “absentee voting”, “election day” voting was selected. Thus, a re-tabulation - not a recount - is needed.

Police Arrest Escapee In Livingston County

Eastpointe Police say 18-year-old Devonta Moore escaped while awaiting transfer to a police van.

New Staging Area For Brighton Kiwanis Classic Cars Show

In order to avoid traffic congestion at the busy Grand River/Main Street corner, the staging area is being changed to the Meijer parking lot on North Second Street.

LACASA Center's Denim & Diamonds Fundraiser Set

LACSA Center's Denim & Diamonds is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th, from 5 to 10pm at the Haggerty-Bearden Ranch in Howell.

Thursday, August 4, 2022

Crews Working To Restore Power After Storms

Crews are working as more rain continues to hit the state. Officials note that restoration times can vary depending on changing weather conditions.

Preliminary Results Detect No Presence Of Chemical In Huron River

The state says testing continues with more than two dozen sites being sampled Thursday; 11 preliminary results detect no presence of hexavalent chromium following Huron River spill.

Hartland School Board Looks To Fill Vacancy

Longtime board member Bill Gatewood recently stepped down. Those interested in serving the remainder of his term are asked to submit applications by August 12th.

Collection Events For LESA's Backpacks For Kids Project

A Stuff the Bus event will be held at the Howell Walmart from 10am to 2pm Friday, followed by a Stuff the Blue Goose event Saturday from noon to 4pm at the Fowlerville Walmart.

Cool Cars Showcased At Brighton District Library

The Detroit Historical Society is caretaker of 60 rare automobiles. Thursday's presentation takes a tour of the unique automobile collection.

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

State Widens Testing, Probe After Chemical Release In Huron River

The state has widened testing efforts and set up a health hotline for the public following the chemical release into the river by Tribar Manufacturing.

Former County Commissioner Defeats Incumbent In GOP Primary

In the District 2 race, former Commissioner Dave Domas prevailed over incumbent Commissioner and former Judge Carol Sue Reader.

Local Medical Expert: Monkeypox No Cause For Community Panic

Dr. Varsha Moudgal is the associate chief medical officer at Trinity Health St. Joseph Mercy Livingston and specializes in infectious diseases.

Voters Approve Local Ballot Proposals

Local road, fire, library, school and mosquito control proposals all passed in Tuesday's Primary election.

Oceola Township Clerk: Smooth Primary Election Day

Clerk Jaime Clay said they put a lot of different things in place and both election inspectors and voters were very happy.

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Officials: Avoid Section Of Huron River After Chemical Release

Testing and monitoring is underway after a chemical release in Huron River watershed by Tribar Manufacturing. Residents avoid contact with the Huron River between North Wixom and Kensington Roads.

First Probable Monkeypox Case Identified In Livingston County

The Livingston County Health Department says the risk to the general public remains low, but it encourages residents to be aware of the signs of MPV.

County Clerk: Voters Can Have Confidence In Local Elections

County Clerk Betsy Hundley says local clerks take their oath of office very seriously and pride themselves on doing the best job possible for all residents of Livingston County.

Contested Primary Races, Ballot Proposals Greet Voters Today

Polls are open from 7am until 8pm on this Election Day.

Closures On US-23 In Fenton Area This Week

MDOT advises the lane closures are needed for bridge epoxy seal coating along the US-23 corridor.

Monday, August 1, 2022

Judge’s Order Further Freezes Michigan Abortion Ban

A judge blocked enforcement of a 1931 Michigan ban on abortion just hours after the state Court of Appeals said county prosecutors were not covered by a May order and could enforce the prohibition following the fall of Roe v. Wade.

Rural Leaders Call On County Board For Broadband Funding

Local leaders from Conway, Unadilla, Handy, Iosco, Putnam, Marion, and Cohoctah Township all delivered comments to the Board of Commissioners.

Public Comment Sought On MDOT's Five-Year Draft Plan

MDOT’s draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Transportation Program will be open for public comment from August 1st through 31st.

LACASA' s Cinderella's Closet Boutique Opening For Homecoming

Cinderella’s Closet is a homecoming boutique for high school students offering students a chance to buy formal wear for just 25 dollars.