Thursday, August 21, 2025

Special Education Complaints Jump In Michigan

Michigan has one of the nation’s highest rates of special education drop outs - and advocates say the system is stacked against parents.

Michigan Regional Jobless Rates Increase During July

Livingston Co. 4.1% unemployment tied for lowest in MI.

West MI County Confirms State's First West Nile Virus-Related Death of 2025

Follows confirmed human cases of WNV in Livingston, Oakland Co

Congressman Barrett, SBA Loeffler Meet Workers, Business Owners in Shiawassee County

Tout benefits of the "One Big Beautiful Bill"

Eastbound I-96 Reopened at D-19 Following Early Morning Semi Crash

Tied up traffic nearly five hours Thursday.

11-Year-Old Helps During Medical Emergency

He said he knew what to do because a friend has diabetes as well.

Metropark-to-State Park Pathway Connector Project in Green Oak Township

Huron-Clinton Metroparks have been working to connect their parks with state rec areas.

Teen Struck By Vehicle In Ingham County

The Sheriff's Office said the 13-year-old boy was walking home from Holt Jr. High School.

Fundraiser For Livingston Area Pet Pantry

LAPP will be at the First Presbyterian Church in Howell this Saturday.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Longtime Former Howell Fire Chief Passes Away

Retired Chief Jim Reed passed away after a "long and valiant battle with cancer".

Weekend Lane Closures On I-96

Eastbound I-96 will be down to one lane from Kensington to Kent Lake Road.

Memorial Service for David Miechiels Being Held This Friday in Howell

Miechiels opened Miechiels Auto Salvage in 1975.

Hartland Twp to Purchase New Truck, Pay for Computer Upgrades

Will swap aging minivan and pickup, cash for new F-150.

Tyrone Twp Board Adjourns Amid Shouting Match About Conduct

Business owner voices frustration of "body shaming" by planning commission member.

Cleary University Athletics Now Includes Women's Wrestling

Their inaugural season begins in the fall of 2026

Hartland Senior Activity Center Kicking Off Fall with Open House, ‘Free Week of Fun'

The Activity Center will give those 50+ a chance to check out a variety of programs.

State Reps. DeBoyer and Woolford Present Plan for Added Whistleblower Protections

Among the items in the plan, employees would get three times back pay and violators would face a steeper fine.

School Resource Officer Contracts Renewed In HPS

There will be two SRO's instead of three this coming year due to uncertain state funding.

Downtown Mason To Come Alive For Annual Sun Dried Music Festival

The beloved end-of-summer tradition returns for a weekend of live entertainment, local vendors, food trucks, and family fun.

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Traffic Advisory For I-275 At M-14/I-96 Interchange

From 6am-6pm, the northbound I-275 ramp to eastbound I-96 will be closed.

New Closures On US-23 In Green Oak Township Area

New lane and ramp closures will be in effect.

Man Arrested After 3 Hour Search & Alleged Assault

The man was located when a witness reported a subject matching the description on Clyde Road, near Hartland Road.

US News & World Report Best High School Rankings 2025

Charyl Stockwell Academy, Brighton, Hartland among the top 100 high schools in Michigan.

Howell Couple Marries During Annual Melon Run, Hands Out Homemade Cake Pops

Listen to full interview on WHMI's Morning Drive with Chuck and Madison.

Have You Seen Jacob? Man Last Seen at Renaissance Festival

He was last seen at 11 a.m. on Saturday.

Oakland County Reports Michigan's Second Case of West Nile Virus in 2025

A Livingston County resident was recently diagnosed with the state's first case this year.

Haggerty Road To Close September 2nd

Haggerty Road will be closed from 13 Mile to 14 Mile for a culvert replacement project.

10th Annual Howell Air Force JROTC Golf Outing

Sponsors, golfers, and raffle donations are being sought.

Monday, August 18, 2025

Mason Man Killed in Monday Morning Crash with Semi

The Ingham Regional Crash Investigation Team is investigating.

“MOOSE-ic Festival: Music With A Mission” Set Saturday

Tickets are still available for the inaugural event at North Star Reach camp.

Overdose Awareness Day Event In Brighton

An Overdose Awareness Day Event is set August 27th from 6-9pm at the Brighton Millpond.

Melonfest Vendors Thankful For Support During Saturday Storms

Vendors stated radar indicated the storm was going to pass over.

Students Swapping Long Summer Days for Textbooks as School Resumes

Hartland Consolidated Schools kicks off their school year today.

Green Oak Township Hosting Touch a Truck This Saturday

The event runs from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Man Charged In Theft Of Donated Scrap Metal For Fundraiser

48-year-old Stacy Ryan Schneider is charged with one misdemeanor count of larceny of $200 or more but less than $1,000.

Local Home Sales Up In July

Sellers are still trying to cash in, but interest rates are starting to slow buyers.

Sunday, August 17, 2025

The Margaret Dunning Foundation Awards Hartland High School's Auto Program $70,000 Grant

The group plans to purchase new welding equipment.

Melon Festival to Resume Sunday After Storms Downed Trees, Knocked Out Power

More than 1,000 DTE customers without power as of 2 am.

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Maple Road Bridge Plans Under Review

Draft construction plans have been received for the safe removal of the cable post-tensioning system on the bridge that is currently closed.

Local Educator Named 2025 Michigan History Teacher Of The Year

Marie Sarnacki is a teacher at South Lyon East High School and received the recognition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

Friday, August 15, 2025

Peters True Value Hardware Store To Close In South Lyon

The longtime fixture has been serving the community as hardware store and lumber yard for decades.

Michigan Autoworker's Lost Wallet Found Under Car Hood In Minnesota — 151,000 Miles Later

After missing for 10 years; Richard Guilford's wallet — stuffed with $15, a driver's license, work ID, gift cards worth $275, and lottery tickets — turned up under the hood of a car in a repair shop in Minnesota.

Fowlerville Man Killed In Thursday Afternoon Crash

It was one of two afternoon crashes that deputies with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to yesterday afternoon. The other involved a motorcyclist.

Lucky Livingston County Man Wins $100K Lottery Prize

The 44-year-old player recently visited Lottery headquarters to claim the big prize.

Brighton District Library's Genealogy After-Hours Event Returns

Presenter Adam Oster will focus on land ownership research through the Library of Michigan.

Cleary University Recruiting for New Competitive Dance Team

The team's first season is the 2026-27 academic year.

How Does GCSO Plan to Address Recent Gun Violence in Flint?

The city has seen several shootings in recent weeks.

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Kellogg To Remove Artificial Dyes From Cereals By End Of 2027

Kellogg said it will completely remove FD&C colors from "the small percentage of our foods that contain them today.”

Michigan Jobless Rate Constant In July

Michigan’s labor force decreased by 5,000 during July.

MDOT: Grand River to Reopen Saturday at I-96 in Brighton

Chilson Road bridge to reopen August 23.

Howell's 65th Annual Melon Festival This Weekend

Runs through Sunday in downtown Howell.

Chipotle Drive-Thru Likely Coming To Genoa Township

A drive-thru restaurant as part of a multi-tenant commercial building was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission Monday night.

Ingham County Sheriff Announces Interim 911 Center Leadership

The change in leadership becomes effective September 1st.

Local Filmmaker Seeking Extras for Scenes at Livingston Co. Courthouse

The scenes will be shot on Aug. 25.

Stockbridge Community Schools Welcomes New Elementary Principal

Julie White brings over two decades of experience in education.

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Oakland Co. Sheriff Calls 'Bull' on Ram Theft Claim

Ram reported their "Bucking HEMI" mechanical bull was stolen from an event on Saturday.

City Manager: We'll Work with South Lyon Businesses Ahead of '26 Pontiac Trail Project

$11M reconstruction project planned between March and November.

Pinckney Community Schools Revises Policy Against Electronics in the Classroom

New signs outline rules, consequences for repeat violations.

Howell Twp. Planning Commission Approves Luke Bryan Farm Tour Proposal

The plan will now go before the Howell Twp. Board during their Aug. 21 meeting.

Condo Project Proceeding In Genoa Township

The Legacy Hills development will be located at the northwest corner of Challis and Bauer Roads.

Lake Superior Paddleboarding Rescue Underscores Water Safety

The MDNR said the two paddleboarders were in good condition overall but just could not paddle against the strong wind to get back to shore.

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Flash Flooding From Tuesday Night Storms

Major flash flooding is being reported around the WHMI listening area.

Weekend Lane Closure On Westbound I-96

MDOT advises that bridge work on westbound I-96 requires lane closures for one, possibly two weekends.

Hartland to Provide Free Meals to Students Through September 30

May raise menu prices if no state funds are made available.

Pinckney Village Council Allows More Flexibility for Off-Street Parking

Tables ordinance allowing for a rooster on half-acre lots.

Former Treasurer of Webberville Junior Athletic Assoc. Accused of Embezzling over $20K

Case submitted to Ingham County prosecutor for review.

Dean Transportation Holds Hiring Event for School Bus Drivers in Fenton

10 am to 4 pm Tuesday at Operations Center off Donaldson Road in Fenton.

Ford Hits the Pedal on EV Production with $2 Billion Overhaul of Kentucky Plant

Midsize, four-door electric pickup truck in 2027

Kristi Troy Named Howell's Interim City Manager

Troy was confirmed during Monday's City Council meeting.

Brighton Senior Center Celebrates Move With Week-Long Bash

Events include Wii Golf and Bowling challenges, scavenger huts and health screenings.

Fowlerville’s Martha Munsell Named Secondary Athletic Trainer Of The Year

Munsell has served as Fowlerville’s Athletic Trainer for two decades, previously receiving the Distinguished Athletic Trainer award in 2020.

Monday, August 11, 2025

Hamburg Township Approves Service Agreement With LETS

LETS and Hamburg Township earlier reached an agreement to provide demand response service to elderly residents.

Former K-9 Maple "Busy As A Bee" Sniffing Out Threats To MSU Colonies

Researchers at a Michigan State University facility dedicated to protecting honey bees are enlisting a four-legged ally to sniff out danger to the prized pollinators.

Consumers Energy Reminds Of Natural Gas Safety On National 811 Day

National 811 Day – named for Aug. 11, or 8-11 – reminds the public to call 8-1-1, a free service, to mark underground pipes and wires before putting a shovel into the ground.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash On I-96 In Genoa Township

Preliminary investigation indicates that a 2012 Can-am Motorcycle was traveling east on I-96 when the motorcycle experienced a possible tire issue.

First Human Case Of West Nile Virus Detected In Livingston County Resident

MDHHS reminds that the best way to protect against WNV and other mosquito-borne diseases is to prevent mosquito bites.

Road Rage Incident In Meijer Parking Lot In Genoa Township

Police are asking for public assistance in the case.

MDNR's 2nd Free ORV Weekend This Week

The event opens 4,000 miles of trails and routes and 6 scramble areas to the public for free.

Busy Intersection Closure In Owosso Postponed

The M-71 (Corunna Avenue)/Washington Street intersection in Owosso has been delayed due to the scope of work remaining in other areas of the project.

Claire’s Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Claire’s - known for piercing millions of teens’ ears - has filed for bankruptcy for the second time since 2018.

Saturday, August 9, 2025

Cleary Athletics Awarded Champion Of Character Five-Star Honors

Cleary University was one of five schools in Michigan to earn the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Champion of Character five-star gold award for the 2024-2025 athletic season.

Music & Moves Party At Hudson Mills Metropark

A big party for kids is planned with music, dancing, and entertainment from 3 to 6pm.

Friday, August 8, 2025

Luke Bryan Farm Tour Seeks Change Of Venue

Officials are working to move the show from a Fowlerville-area farm to a different one in Howell Township.

Wood 'N Things Celebrating 50 Years In Downtown Brighton

The distinctive red historic home, complete with an authentic Grand Trunk Railroad caboose, has become a local landmark.

Vet Fest 2025 Dubbed Another Big Success

Thousands of veterans and their families attended the free event at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds last weekend.

Artist Deadline Looms for hARTland Art Walk

The 3rd annual event runs from Sept. 20 through Oct. 4.

Brighton Area Women's History Roll of Honor Induction Ceremony

The 2025 class of honorees will be celebrated at a special recognition ceremony to be held this Saturday at 2pm at the Brighton District Library.

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Marion Twp. Motorcycle Crash Leaves Howell Man in Critical Condition

Deputies were called out around 6:46 a.m. on Thursday.

Milford Memories Summer Festival This Weekend

Live music, arts, crafts, food, kids stuff and beer tents.

Lockwood of Hartland Senior Living Offers All-Inclusive Amenities

North side of M-59 near Heritage Field.

North Star Reach To Host "MOOSE-IC" Festival

North Star Reach is Michigan’s only barrier-free, fully-accessible medical camp serving children with significant health challenges and their families, completely free of cost.

Storm Drain Reconstruction Project In Salem Township

The project is on 6 Mile between Currie Road and Chubb Road.

Henry Ford Museum Preserves Civil Rights Artifacts

Museums across the U.S. are displaying artifacts that represent and reflect landmark events of the Civil Rights era.

State Rep. Ann Bollin Invites Residents To August Office Hours

Bollin will host events Friday, August 15 at the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Wixom Public Library.

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Livingston County United Way Hosts 23rd Annual Day Of Caring

It’s the largest single-day community service event in Livingston County.

Travel Advisory For US-23 In Washtenaw County

US-23 will have double lane closures at Joy Road.

Planned Closure of Pontiac Trail in South Lyon Postponed

Due to conflicts with other ongoing construction projects.

Hartland Twp Board Approves Signs for Urban Air, Expansion of Highland Reserve

Planning Commission scheduled to meet Aug. 14.

Unofficial Primary Election Results Across WHMI Listening Area

Unadilla Twp voters passed millage proposals for roads and dust control, police, fire.

Dr. Caesar Gonzales II Named Trinity Health Michigan's Chief Clinical Officer

The previous CCO retired in June.

Surf Internet Expanding Fiber-Optic Internet into Fowlerville

The project is part of a larger initiative to expand high-speed internet across the county.

Dept. of Defense Conducting Northern Strike Training Around the State

The exercise, which runs until Aug. 16, is one of the largest in the country for reserves.

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Preliminary Exam Held for Woman Charged in New Year's Day Northfield Twp. Double Murder

Vinson is next expected in court in October.

Cleary's New Block Transfer Allows Some Students to Enter as Juniors

Those who completed an associate degree can transfer in with junior standing.

Livingston Co Animal Shelter Seeks to Raise Veterinary Fees

To offset rising operating costs.

Brighton School Board Delays Decision on Putting Bond Proposal Before Voters

Voters may see a bond issue in May 2026.

Sanitary Sewer Overflow of 56,400 Gallons Reported in Fenton

Contained in ditch without impacting any surface water.

USPS Makes Final Decision to Move Howell Post Office

Eying site behind Lowe's off Latson and I-96 in Genoa Twp

Genoa Twp. to Issue Fines for Those Violating Temporary Sign Ordinance

Officials said the number of temporary signs has been increasing, prompting the enforcement push.

LACASA Hosting Dress Drive to Fill Cinderella's Closet

Donations are being accepted from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

Mason High School Campus Closed Tuesday for Active Violence Training: ICSO

The Sheriff's Office urged the public to avoid the area for the duration of the training.

Monday, August 4, 2025

Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Crash Kills 30-Year-Old Ypsilanti Man

The man was reportedly outside of his truck when he was hit.

Rep. Woolford Pays Tribute to Howell Leaders, Outlines Pro-Police Legislation

"Commitment reflects the dedication of making Howell a place where everyone feels seen, supported and inspired."

Accident on WB I-96 Tied Up Traffic Along Grand River For Several Hours

Semi truck veered into I-96 on ramp bridge from Lake Chemung/Genoa Twp. No serious injuries reported.

Howell Twp Denies Permit for American Legion Post 141 to Replace Fence

Letter cites outstanding civil infraction stemming from parking lot gravel dispute.

Howell City Council Approves Purchase of Ice Resurfacing Machine for Depot Lot Project

"Most critical piece to an ice rink."

What to Do If You See a Spotted Lanternfly

The invasive insect has been sighted in multiple

Road Projects In Howell Township This Week

Ditching work and a road rehabilitation project are scheduled on Marr Road.

Saturday, August 2, 2025

New Petition Mobilizes Michigan Residents To Defend Freedom To Read In Public Libraries

As support for libraries grows, the Michigan Library Association is calling on residents to reject censorship and sign the” Protect MI Right to Read” petition.

Kirtland’s Warbler Conservation Team Addresses Decline In Songbird’s Population

The 2025 census of the colorful songbird indicates a decline in the population.

Friday, August 1, 2025

MDOT Issues Weekend Travel Advisory for M-52/Stockbridge Road

Bridge maintenance in Webberville early Saturday through Sunday evening.

Brighton to Open St. Paul Pocket Park, Launch Sculpture Tour

6pm Friday, August 15.

Citing Lack of MI School Aid Budget, Howell Urges All Families to Apply for Free Meals

Total of eligible students used to determine funding amounts made available to a school.

Lane, Ramp Closures Along I-96, US-23

Double-lane closure of EB 96/Highland exit at Kensington Valley Outlets through early Monday morning.

Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker Perform in Milford Alongside Local Musician Diagnosed with ALS

Jimmie Bones' final public appearance as he seeks treatment for Lou Gehrig's Disease

City Of Howell Seeks $6 Million Appropriation For D-19/I-96 Interchange Improvements

City Manager Erv Suida and Police Chief Michael Dunn testified before the House Appropriations Committee Thursday.

Groundbreaking Held For Chelsea's New Main Street Park

The Main Street Park Alliance successfully navigated a $2 million environmental remediation, a robust public input process, and an ambitious fundraising effort to bring the project to this moment.

Multiple Roads to Close for Milford Memories

Officials said road closures will include setup and break down.

Vet Fest Returns To Fowlerville Fairgrounds Saturday

Vet Fest takes place this Saturday from noon to 3pm and is a free event for all active duty, retired, or military veteran families.

Stuff The Bus & Stuff The Blue Goose At Howell Walmart Friday

Backpacks and school supplies are being collected today as part of LESA’s 24th Annual “Backpacks for Kids” project.

"Find Waldo" Scavenger Hunt Ends Saturday In Downtown Brighton

The iconic children’s book character Waldo was hidden in 30 local businesses for the past couple of weeks offering free family fun and an opportunity to explore downtown Brighton.