Saturday, July 30, 2022

Roundabout Construction Starts Next Monday

A roundabout will be constructed at Winans Lane Road and Rickett Road in Green Oak Township. The intersection will be completely closed to traffic.

Voters To Decide Bond Proposal In Green Oak Township

The 20-year-capital bond would fund the construction of a new fire headquarters building and the purchase of a new aerial ladder truck.

Friday, July 29, 2022

Clerk's Offices Open Saturday For Local Voters

The weekend before an election, all city and township clerks are required to be open for a minimum of eight hours.

Library Millage On Tuesday's Ballot In Hamburg Township

Officials say funds generated would allow the library to maintain current operations while allowing for expanded resources, programs and updated services.

Road Work Set To Begin Monday in Argentine Township

The Genesee County Road Commission will continue chip seal operations on Monday on Seymour and Baldwin Roads.

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Brighton Classic Cars on Main St. Show to Return

Thanks to cooperation among many partners, the Kiwanis Classic Cars on Main Street will be returning to downtown Brighton this weekend.

Howell Area Fire Authority Millage On August Primary Ballot

The department’s current millage is set to expire this December and a new 2-mill, 8-year replacement request will appear on the ballot to support continued funding and operations.

Water Service Line Verification Program In City Of Brighton

A subcontractor will begin water service line verification in August for 357 randomly-selected residential properties throughout the City.

Charity Golf Outing To Honor Memory Of Community Advocate

The 5th Annual Livingston County Community Alliance Golf Outing/Megan Palmer Memorial will be held on Saturday, August 6th.

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Local Voters Encouraged To Plan Ahead Of August Primary

Livingston County Clerk Betsy Hundley encourages voters to have a plan, know where their polling location is, and check their voter registration status ahead of time.

Livingston County Receives Fifth GFOA Budget Award

For the fifth year in a row, Livingston County has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for their 2022 Operating Budget Document.

BHS STEAM Center Hosts 2-Day JROTC Event

Representatives from several US military branches were at Brighton High School last week to present a 2-day program based on the possibility of establishing a JROTC class at BHS.

Michigan's Seat Belt Use Up Slightly

Seat belt use in Michigan increased slightly this year from 92.6% to 92.9%.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Parking Limits Being Enforced In Downtown Howell Again

City officials emphasized that the enforcement is nothing new but was kind of put on hold due to a court ruling that prohibits past practices.

Slotkin Meets With President Zelenskyy & Ukrainian Officials

8th District Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin – the first member of the Michigan Congressional Delegation to travel to Ukraine since the war began – met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other senior military and security officials.

Vet Fest Coming to Livingston County

The free event for veterans is coming to Livingston County August 13th.

New "988" Number To Call For Behavioral Health Crisis

Livingston County residents now have an easier phone number to remember when facing a behavioral health crisis.

Monday, July 25, 2022

Cause Of Fire That Damaged Fenton Businesses "Undetermined"

The blaze destroyed the popular El Topo Mexican Restaurant and the Relief and Resource Co. Speakeasy - both located inside the same building.

Increased Police Protection For Hartland Community

Through a partnership between the township, Hartland Consolidated Schools and Charyl Stockwell Academy, a designated sheriff’s deputy will be assigned to the Hartland area 12 hours per day, 365 days a year.

Donations Sought For LESA's Backpacks For Kids Project

The 21st Annual Backpacks for Kids project distributes backpacks and school supplies to students in Livingston County whose families are experiencing financial difficulties

Sunday, July 24, 2022

Brighton's Water Towers to Be Repainted, Given Other Upgrades

Brighton's two water towers are set to be sandblasted, repainted and administered other improvements as a result of action taken by the City Council on July 21st.

Friday, July 22, 2022

Motorcyclist Injured After Crash With Pick-Up Truck On US-23

Traffic reportedly slowed due to congestion and the motorcyclist was unable to stop. He struck a vehicle in front of him and was thrown from the bike.

Chip Seal Projects Monday In Fenton & Argentine Townships

Work will be done on Linden and Lahring Roads, resulting in likely delays.

New Principal Named For Pinckney's Country Elementary

Kathleen Krill was selected as the new principal at Pinckney Community School’s Country Elementary.

County Clerk To Voters: Get Absentee Ballots Dropped Off

The Livingston County Clerk’s office is urging voters to get their absentee ballots voted and dropped off ahead of the upcoming August Primary Election.

Race Discrimination Investigation Resolved With Hartland Schools

The U.S. Attorneys Office says the District cooperated fully with the investigation and voluntarily took a number of steps to address concerns that were raised.

Kiwanis Club Optimistic About Bringing Classic Cars Show Back

After a meeting Thursday, Brighton Kiwanis Club officials said they were eager to bring back the Brighton Classic Cars on Main St. show, which had been cancelled due to policing problems.

Larry Lawrence Scholarship Winners Announced

The Larry Lawrence Memorial Scholarship Fund was set up three years ago by the Brighton Area Historical Society in memory of Larry Lawrence, who passed away in 2019.

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Gravel Truck Overturns On Northbound US-23 Ramp

The northbound US-23 ramp to westbound I-96 was shut down to traffic following the incident.

Proclamation Presented To Longtime Howell City Councilman

A special proclamation of appreciation was presented to Councilman Steve Manor for his many years of service to the City.

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant Coming To Green Oak Township

The popular restaurant will be opening in the Shoppes of Green Oak, in the location currently occupied by TGI Friday’s off of Whitmore Lake Road.

Metroparks Seek Social Media Ambassadors For New Program

Officials say they're searching for both people who consider themselves established influencers as well as those who are still figuring it out but have the potential to reach into the social feeds of community members to apply.

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Suspected Drunk Driver Crashes Into MSP Patrol Car

Troopers were traveling southbound on Old US-23 near Grand River when a vehicle traveling northbound in the left turn lane turned into the patrol car, resulting in a crash.

Local Communities Awarded State Grants For Recreation Projects

Grant funds were awarded for projects in Genoa Township, Linden, Northfield Township and Pinckney Recreation Areas.

Oldest Blanding's Turtle On Record At Reserve In Pinckney

The oldest living turtle known as the “old lady” has spent most of her life at the University of Michigan’s Edwin S. George Reserve in the Pinckney area.

Hartland Chamber Welcomes New Executive Director

The Chamber Board of Directors announced the appointment of Emmalyn Wheaton to be the new Executive Director, which took effect on July 18th.

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Brighton City Council Chooses New City Manager

After pouring through 38 applications, along with interviewing candidates, selecting semifinalists and then finalists, the Brighton City Council has made Gretchen Gomolka its choice to be the new city manager.

Lane Closures Along US-23 Corridor

Beginning this week, crews will have lane closures on Thompson Road and Lahring Road over US-23 in the Fenton and Linden areas, as well as on US-23 over Swartz Creek.

5th Annual "Miles For Smiles" 5K/10K August 6th

The event is hosted by Julianna’s Wishes, a non-profit created after Julianna Ward-Brown was killed in an automobile accident in 2018 while on her way to hockey practice.

Monday, July 18, 2022

Village Of Milford Welcomes New Police Chief

Lieutenant Scott Tarasiewicz, who has been with the department since 1999, took over July 1st.

Old Plank Road Bridge Over I-96 Closed

MDOT is closing the Old Plank Road bridge over I-96 for approximately six days, from roughly 6am today through 3pm Saturday.

Hearing Adjourned For Man Charged In Parking Lot Robbery

A hearing for 21-year-old Thomas More Grayson of South Lyon has been pushed out to September.

Saturday, July 16, 2022

Brighton Narrows City Manager Finalist Field to Three

Two of the three finalists chosen to be the next Brighton city manager have had past, or have current, ties with the city.

Road Commission: Roundabout Project "Stormin' Along"

The Commission says more progress is happening every week on the new roundabout at the intersection of Pontiac Trail and North Territorial Road

Volunteers Sought For Huron River Clean-Up Day In Hamburg

The event will take place next Saturday, July 23rd from 8am to 1pm.

Friday, July 15, 2022

Merrill Road Project Starts Monday In Hamburg Township

Work is scheduled to begin on Merrill Road from Strawberry Lake Road to M-36. Delays are expected as two-way traffic will be maintained through flag control.

BAS Hiring Retired Police Officers For School Liaisons

The Brighton Board of Education unanimously approved a contract with Premiere Security of Flint to provide four retired police officers.

Concerns Prompt Cancellation Of Classic Car Show In Brighton

Organizers say the Sunday event has grown and at the same time, created a major safety problem in downtown Brighton.

Summer Esports Camps Offered At Cleary University

Cleary University in Genoa Township is hosting Esports camps for kids ages 7 to 13 in August.

Thursday, July 14, 2022

Dive Team Recovers Milford Man's Prosthetic Leg From Lake

The Oakland County Sheriff's Dive Team was able to recover the man's $80,000 prosthetic leg that somehow became separated from its owner and plunged to the bottom of Sunrise Lake, nearly 50 feet straight down.

HPS To Hold "Try-It-Out" Day For Potential Bus Drivers

Howell Public Schools is hosting the event for those interested in becoming a bus driver to try out driving a bus and learn about the career.

Bill Expands Self-Serve Options At Bars & Restaurants

Senator Jim Runestad says Michigan has one of the country’s largest craft beer industries and this reform will make a big difference in the technology available to business owners looking at new ways to better serve their customers.

Livingston County E-Waste Collection Event Saturday

County residents and small businesses will have an opportunity to drop off a variety of items including computers, TVs, cameras, phones, stereos, printers, laptops and other related electronic equipment for recycling.

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Campaign To Rebuild Historic Battle Alley Following Devastating Fire

The campaign will fund a variety of restoration projects in Holly including repair and restoration of infrastructure, public art, street and sidewalk paving, and flowers and trees.

Plans Proposed For St. Joseph Mercy Brighton Expansion & Renovation

Trinity Health is looking to construct an approximately 186,000-square-foot, four-story hospital addition to the existing medical building.

State Funding To Expand Genoa Park Property

The $300,000 will allow the township, with a required match, to acquire approximately 90 acres of land adjacent to the existing Genoa Township Park and municipal offices.

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Twister Touches Down In Fenton Township, Holly Areas

The National Weather Service says the tornado tracked east-southeast for 7.5 miles before lifting 3 miles east-southeast of Holly, just west of I-75.

Process To Hire New Health Dept. Director Sent To Committee

The Board of Commissioners agreed to send the matter to the Personnel Committee for review and recommendations.

Wixom Road - I-96 Ramp & Lane Closures Underway

The Michigan Department of Transportation is continuing with work on the Wixom Road bridge over I-96 as part of the larger, ongoing Flex Route project.

Huron-Clinton Metroparks Prioritizing Local Trail Projects

When conducting surveys, the Metroparks have found that respondents almost always rank trails and trail improvements as the top recreational priority in the region.

Monday, July 11, 2022

Green Oak Clerk Conducts Public Test Of Election Equipment

In light of all the scrutiny with elections this year, Clerk Michael Sedlak says they decided to do the test at a board meeting for full transparency to the public.

Chip Seal Projects In Dexter Area Start Today

Preventative maintenance work will be done on Dexter Townhall Road, Island Lake Road and North Territorial Road.

Deadline Nearing For City Of Howell Master Plan Survey

The Master Plan Community Survey was developed to gain a better understanding of the future vision for the City.

Saturday, July 9, 2022

Police Identify Boy Who Died in Water Accident at Camp Dearborn

Police are attributing the death of a 10-year-old boy near Milford to losing his footing on a floating play structure.

Green Oak Day This Saturday

Various events are planned at the township hall, and police and fire departments including activities and games for kids, a food truck, bounce house and more.

Concerts At The Millpond In Downtown Brighton Return Sunday

The Kiwanis Club of Brighton will kick off their 45th season of Millpond concerts this Sunday, with a new start time of 6pm.

Friday, July 8, 2022

Cleary University To Host Esports Tournament

Esports is a rapidly growing sport among high school and college students across the country and Cleary is one of the few universities in eastern Michigan to offer a varsity program.

Public Comment Sought For Sheriff's Office Accreditation

A team of assessors from the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police will arrive July 25th to examine all aspects of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.

New Memory Care Kits At Brighton District Library

The kits are designed to trigger special memories of life experiences and encourage interactions between individuals with memory-related issues and their caregivers.

Thursday, July 7, 2022

Two Crashes, One Fatal, Under Investigation In Hamburg Township

Police are investigating two serious accidents, including one fatal, that happened over the July 4th holiday weekend.

Boy Dies from Floating Playground Structure at Camp Dearborn

Tragedy at a Milford area lake as a 10-year-old boy has perished as a result of a piece of floating playground equipment.

5th District County Commission Candidates Clash

Candidate Nick Proctor says he felt compelled to respond to allegations made by incumbent Commissioner Jay Drick in elections ads. Both are seeking the Republican nomination in the August Primary.

Great Pages Circus Starts Today At Fowlerville Fairgrounds

The Great Pages Circus gets underway today and will run daily through Saturday at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Local Agencies Assist With Police Pursuit On I-96 In Brighton

A large number of vehicles from the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police and the Brighton Police Department were all in the area of I-96 and Grand River.

Court Hearing Set For Man Charged In Local Stabbing Death

Brandon Eric Wilson is charged with one count of homicide-open murder in the death of 66-year-old Janey Lynn Cairns, of Genoa Township.

Grand River Ave. in Brighton to Be Repaved

Motorists driving along Grand River in Brighton will not have to put up with any more bumps and potholes in the near future, with MDOT and the city poised to start a nearly $2 million resurfacing project.

LACASA Center's Garden Tour Weekend Set To Bloom

Saturday & Sunday's annual charity event features eight one-of-a-kind gardens and two specialty stops, which organizers say offer a wide variety of traditional and eclectic gardening experiences to tour.

Longtime Community Member Passes Away

Susan Spagnuolo passed away on July 1st at the age of 82. Her family said she “lived to help people, especially those unable to help themselves”.

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

M-59 Resurfacing Begins Today

MDOT advises that one lane of eastbound M-59 between Lakena Road to Tipsico Road will be closed until early August - in addition to lane closures already in place in each direction in the work zone.

Five Semifinalists Chosen for Brighton City Mgr. Post

The Brighton City Council should have a new city manager in a little over two weeks after having reduced the number of candidates from the initial 38 to five semifinalists.

Faulkwood Shores Golf Course Closed Following Fire

The fire started inside of the clubhouse and caused damage in the dining room and kitchen areas.

Great Lakes Department Official: Watch Out for Algal Blooms

Reports of harmful algal blooms have increased in Michigan in recent years and officials are offering tips for how to keep an eye out for them this summer.

Friday, July 1, 2022

Grand Marshal Announced For Brighton 4th July Parade

90-year-old Norma Jean Pless, a Brighton graduate and former Brighton Township Clerk, will serve as the 2022 Grand Marshal of the parade.