The changed ordinance restricts the number of days and times when fireworks can be discharged; however it will not be implemented in time for the upcoming 4th of July holiday as it will not go into effect for another 30 days.
The Brighton Police Youth Leadership Academy has just completed its second year, with 18 recruits participating in the activities over a two-and-a-half week period.
It was originally projected that the city would be forced to use $346,000 of its fund balance from last year, but the figure is now down to about $157,000 — or less than half that.
The virtual event, which begins July 1st and runs through August 22nd, encourages participants to log as many miles as they can by physical activity and movement.
In addition to the removal, the Michigan Supreme Court also imposed a six-year conditional suspension without pay, which is also effective immediately.
The event will be held Saturday, August 17th, from 9am to 1pm, in the parking lot of the East Complex of the Livingston County Offices in Howell behind the Aldi’s grocery store.
Clifford Fouts of Brighton earlier this month pleaded guilty to several charges, including possession of child sexually abusive material and child abusive commercial activity.
36-year-old Albert Monteza Smith IV was sentenced in Livingston County Circuit Court Thursday to up to 25 years in the Michigan Department of Corrections.
Increased participation in the program which provides kids with healthy lunches with fun summer activities have organizers a little concerned over funding.
25-year-old Kurtis Statler was among 22 people arrested in the operation that were believed to be targeting children for sexual purposes in Genesee County.
Judge David Guinn found probable cause on charges brought by the Michigan Attorney General's office against Judge Theresa Brennan for perjury, destroying evidence, and misconduct in office.
The union filed the grievance on behalf of a group of teachers at Hawkins Elementary School because of disciplinary problems they were having with some students.
24-year-old Brandon Lee Morfitt is charged with one count of assault with intent to murder and three weapons counts in the January 4th shooting of a 22-year-old man.
Father Prabhu Lakra has served extensively at Livingston County Habitat for Humanity, Pregnancy Help Clinic, Catholic Charities, United Way Day of Caring, MediLodge of Howell, and MediLodge of Livingston, among numerous others.
It was a clean sweep, as Madison Moran won first prize, with two teams of Gladiators winning second and third in the annual Livingston County United Way video competition.
The fund to compensate victims of the 2012 outbreak that killed 76 people nationally, 11 of them in Livingston County, will return whatever money is not designated by Sept. 30.
A PFAS Forum on Monday, July 8th at the Jane Tasch Theatre in Pinckney will include state and local officials discussing the efforts to remove the chemicals from water systems.
The MI Caregiver Corps toolkit aims to help local organizations and businesses recruit and train volunteers that will help the growing needs of the older population.
Lions’ Pro Bowl Cornerback Darius Slay showed up at Howell High School graduate Kam Register's party on Saturday following a spur of the moment invite via Twitter.
Rather than waiting for its teachers' union to ratify a tentative agreement, the Brighton Board of Education proactively approved the new 3-year contract at its meeting Monday night.
The Rev. David Howell presided over his final Sunday service at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Brighton and will be retiring after 26 years leading the church.
Police say 21-year-old Eric Andrews recorded coworkers in the employee bathroom at the Tim Horton's on Silver Lake Road in Fenton over a two year period.
The National Weather Service says it’s important to stay ahead of storms and as soon as you hear the first clap of thunder, that’s your last warning sign.
Legislation sponsored by State Representative Hank Vaupel of Fowlerville focused on improving health care access for children throughout the state has been signed into law.
The Road Commission for Oakland County says work that had been scheduled to begin this weekend on Milford Road from Lone Tree Road to Rowe Road, will now instead take place next Saturday, June 29th.
The city of Brighton has reached "consensus" with two employee bargaining units on a new contract to replace agreements that are set to expire this summer.
The National Weather Service says an additional inch of rainfall is possible today, in which case the river may remain steady or rise again over the weekend.
Earlier this month, a resident brought to South Lyon Police a series of World War Two ration booklets including stamps used for food and a variety of commodities like sugar.
Judge Theresa Brennan's defense and the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission argued their cases on Brennan's petition to reject or modify the JTC's recommendation for her removal from office.
The first four subdivisions participating the township's one-bond program for road repairs will have their hearings on July 16th, preceding the Board of Trustee's regular meeting.
The Freedom is Never Free Traveling Memorial tour features WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, and Iraqi War memorials, to be displayed at the airport, July 10-14.
A work session is planned Monday from 4 to 6:30pm to begin the profile phase of the executive search process, prior to the regularly scheduled Council meeting.
Musicians will take center stage every Friday night throughout the summer on the lawn of the historic courthouse as Concerts at the Courthouse enters its 21st season.
Speed studies are being sought by the Handy Township Board on some busy sections of Fowlerville Road, and other potential changes at a well-traveled intersection.
This summer, people wanting to quit smoking or tobacco can receive up to eight weeks of free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges by calling the Michigan Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
Elijah Daniels, who has nearly 600,000 YouTube subscribers, previously served as Hell’s Mayor for the day and reportedly was interested in doing so again to spite the Trump Administration’s ban on embassies flying pride flags. But some speculate it is merely a publicity stunt.
The 11-foot culvert spanning the creek adjacent to Lake Morraine was closed by the Livingston County Road Commission in May of 2014 as officials say it was in “extremely poor condition”.
Lt. Todd Szyska, DNR law enforcement supervisor for southeast Michigan, says high water levels can cause flooding, deep water and strong currents, which can also increase the amount of debris floating on the water and under the surface.
A district spokesperson says the settlement is not an admission of any wrongdoing or liability, but instead "a means to resolve a multi-year legal dispute without incurring any further expenses of litigation and limiting the financial impact on the district".
The event, which is for Michigan service members, veterans and their families, includes fun activities and giveaways in addition to information about local resources and benefits.
Director of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy Liesl Eichler Clark of Howell will chair the
new state task force charged with addressing significant energy challenges that UP residents are facing.
The committee that reviews applications and interviews candidates has recommended two new administrative hires - one at Brighton High School and the other at Scranton Middle School.
The Livingston Educational Service Agency is now collecting donations for their 18th annual Backpacks for Kids event. Backpacks and school supplies appropriate for all age levels between pre-school and high school are being accepted.
Village officials have set the property tax millage rates for the 2019 summer property tax levy to not exceed a total of 12.3175 mills, which includes both the general operating and general highway millage.
A ceremony this morning dedicated the Howell Post Office as the "Sergeant Donald Burgett Post Office" in recognition of the longtime resident of Howell and decorated war hero.
57-year-old Jacquelyn Tyson is charged with two counts of pre-meditated 1st degree murder after the shooting deaths of Lyric Work of Linden and Tamara Johnson of Mt. Morris.
From June 25th to July 30th, there will be six nights of music on the Hartland Cromaine District Library's south lawn, with free popcorn and children's crafts at each event.
The Brighton Downtown Development Authority has just embarked on a project to update the downtown streetscape plan, which was developed and implemented in the ’90’s and, according to its critics, needs updating.
The event has traditionally been held in Hell but a group has organized an event under the same name at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds, much to the dismay of the man who claims to be the original founder.
All of the money being raised will stay in Livingston County for breast cancer services and research at the St. Joseph Mercy Brighton Cancer Center, which is an official partner of the event.
Hartland SOUP is a community micro-funding dinner in which guests pay $5 and receive a meal of soup, salad, bread and dessert, and a vote towards ideas pitched by other guests.
Bids for construction and a new roundabout at North and Torrey Roads have come in higher than projected, leading officials to explore options at saving costs.
The steering committee, comprised of members of the Board of Trustees and Planning Commission, took steps to bring residents and stakeholders into the deeper master plan discussion.
The Michigan Women’s History Center has assembled 11 panels that will be displayed at the CoBACH Center located on Main Street in downtown Brighton through August 23rd.
New cameras and body scanners will be purchased for the jail, with improvements the Sheriff's Office coming that will help clear confusion and promote efficiency.
Livingston County Catholic Charities is hosting an upcoming "lunch and learn" event to educate community members about how they can help reduce the rising suicide rate among the senior citizen population.
The amended document will incorporate the Village’s Capital Improvement Plan, the evaluation and findings from the municipality's Redevelopment Ready certification, and specific “area plans” for underutilized properties.
53rd District Court Judge Theresa Brennan is seeking to dismiss a complaint filed by the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission. Oral arguments are scheduled June 19th.
Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin advocated for and secured measures in the National Defense Authorization Act to stem the flow of the chemical contamination and to hold the Department of Defense accountable for future cleanup.
The appointment is for a three-year term and commissioners are paid $75 for each meeting they attend. Applicants must be a resident of the village and not in default to the municipality.
Officials feel it would be redundant to establish a local ordinance now that state legislation has been signed into law that bans the sale of related products to minors.
Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance Maria Gistinger told the board that fund equity for the 2018-19 fiscal year ending June 30 will be a healthy $6.1 million. Superintendent Greg Gray gives her much of the credit.
LCUW Executive Director Nancy Rosso says the chapter is not looking to compete with other women’s groups in the community, but instead wants to involve women of all ages in growing local philanthropy and volunteerism.
The Genoa Township business will host a groundbreaking event next week for its new state-of-the-art training and automotive coatings color development center.
Genesee County Sheriff Robert Pickell announced the arrests Sunday and says they were believed to be targeting children for sexual purposes in Genesee County.
Formerly known as Mommologues, the event had focused on issues surrounding motherhood, but organizers decided to broaden the subject matter this year and enlist a wide variety of local writers and storytellers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Livingston County will become Mentor Livingston as of July 1st - a move the non-profit hopes will expand their reach in mentoring youth across Livingston County.
Changes at the state level removed Christmas, Martin Luther King Day, Washington’s birthday, Columbus Day, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving from the list of days when fireworks can be discharged.
Rescue 9-1-1 is a hands-on learning program that gives children the knowledge, skills and confidence to protect themselves and react safely in emergency situations, well-being, bullying education, and wellness/nutrition.
The ordinance addresses what land uses are allowed within a wellhead protection area, which is the surface and subsurface area surrounding a public water supply well or wellfield.
Paramedic Tom Fineis and administrative specialist Kathy Rosenbergh, both of whom are employed by Livingston County EMS, were honored by the Michigan Association of Ambulance Services for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Over the past 14 years, the Kellogg Family Foundation has contributed more than $215,000 to fund LACASA’s parenting education classes and child abuse prevention programs.
Residents that live close to the complex have complained about the light emanating from the facility, baseballs hitting their homes, and trespassers supposedly coming onto their property to retrieve the balls.
State Representative Ann Bollin of Brighton Township says the plan is a fiscally responsible solution, while Democrats are leery about the negative impact on schools and municipalities.
Through the years, the Pink Party has raised over $200,000 for breast cancer services and research at the St. Joseph Mercy Brighton Cancer Center, which is an official partner of the event.
Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors, says with a strong and historically lengthy economic expansion occurring, customer confidence about the economy is at an all-time high.
Livingston County Central Dispatch will be switching to SIP trunking lines, which is a system of receiving calls that are internet-based, rather than using outdated copper line technology.
Shelby Township Police investigated reports of abuse by Melissa Partee against her daughter in 2017. On Monday, Brighton Police found their bodies and say she murdered the girl before killing herself.
Ten of the nursing homes in question were in Michigan, including Medilodge of Livingston, which is located at 3003 West Grand River in Howell, just east of M-59.
The group’s membership is evenly split between Democrats and Republicans, which they say helps provide an important vehicle for passing bi-partisan legislation.
Livingston County Prosecutor Bill Vailliencourt says, “This case demonstrates the serious risk that our police officers are exposed to every day in protecting our community.”
As of July 1st, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Livingston County will become Mentor Livingston Inc. or MLI - an independent mentoring organization serving only Livingston County.
Robert and Donna Campbell joke about Campbell’s slogan, “Making Friends by Accident since 1969”; agreeing that while the circumstances are often unfortunate, the connections they’ve made with the community will stay with them.
Police say 38-year-old Melissa Partee took her daughter’s life before taking her own with a single gunshot to the head with a .38 revolver. Preliminary autopsy reports suggest the 5-year-old died of strangulation.
31-year-old Kevin Porter of Fowlerville was charged by federal prosecutors in February with production and attempted production of child pornography and enticement of a minor.
Lyon Township officials approved a proposal from Spicer Group to perform an evaluation of the floodplain, having received flooding complaints from residents for several years.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is again reminding people to avoid contact with toxic foam from chemicals that may be found floating on some lakes, rivers and streams.
The Humane Society of Livingston County has officially merged with the Michigan Humane Society following the completion of a process begun several months ago.
On Friday, June 14th at 11am, the Howell Post Office will officially be renamed in honor of Sergeant Donald R. Burgett – a longtime Howell resident and veteran who served in the 101st Airborne Division’s 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment.
The dealership will move into the buildings currently occupied by Beauchamp Landscape and Supply, which is on the east side of Old US-23, south of Bergin Road.
Brighton had seriously explored the possibility of adding a JROTC program to the curriculum, but a survey of students and parents revealed that interest was not high enough, with a minimum enrollment requirement of 100 students.
Brighton Area Schools students will be off for the summer beginning June 7th after the state approved a waiver for extra snow days experienced during the 2018-19 term.
Builders say the goal is to have the foundation completed within a month and the home fully built by winter. The home will be one of two that Habitat for Humanity plans to build in 2019.
The Water Stewardship Panel – PFAS and the One Water Initiative, will have two guest speakers; Dan Brown of the Huron River Watershed Council and Trevor Layton from the Southeast Council of Governments.
