Milford Man Charged In Truck Theft, Police Chase

33-year-old Jesse Ray Linn was arrested December 4th after Milford Police say he stole a 2019 Chevy Silverado from a gas station in Wixom.

Motorists Urged To "Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over" This NYE

Livingston County residents will be ringing in the New Year with friends and family and celebrations of varying kinds but officials again urge that they do so in a safe and sober manner.

Charyl Stockwell Academy Founding Partner Retires

Chuck Stockwell is retiring but will continue to provide consultation on strategic planning issues related to curriculum, philosophy and facility development.

Brighton Library Board Looks To Fill Vacancy

The Brighton District Library Board of Trustees is seeking a candidate to fill an open position on the board.

Report: Livingston County Continues to Grow

The U.S. Census Bureau released new 5-year estimates from the 2014-2018 American Community Survey (ACS).

Howell Student Stormwater Video Highlighted By City

The video is posted at CityOfHowell.org and features various scenarios in which common household tasks are highlighted that adversely affect Thompson Lake.

First Day Hike Planned At Island Lake Recreation Area

Livingston County residents are again being encouraged to get outdoors and enjoy the first hike of 2020 at a local recreation area.

Local Clerks Dispute Accreditation Assertions In Audit Report

The audit released Friday by the Office of Auditor General found that 32 counties, 83 cities and 426 townships lack fully accredited election official as of May 3rd, 2019.

Dixboro Road To Close Next Week

The project to replace a culvert over the Walker Drain is expected to take approximately 4 weeks.

Summer Artist-In-Residence Program To Return To Isle Royale National Park

Applications for the program will be accepted starting January 2nd. Each 2 - 3 week residency provides artists the opportunity to become part of a long-established tradition of interpreting national parks through art.

Metroparks Propose Amendments To Community Recreation Plan

The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to its Community Recreation Plan on Thursday, January 9th.

Several Reappointed To Green Oak Boards And Commissions

A motion to approve the appointments was passed by the township's Board of Trustees at a recent meeting.

Trial Date Set For Man Accused Of Impersonating A Police Officer

42-year-old Michael Joseph Snyder of Northfield Township will stand trial for charges that stem from an incident October 27th on I-96 in Livingston County.

Advocates Say Michigan's Kids Need More Support In 2020 Budget

Recently signed supplemental spending bills restored budget dollars from K-12 and higher education, public safety and rural health care, but have yet to address cuts to programs that support runaway and homeless youths, school-based social and mental health care and adoptive families.

Search For Next Howell City Manager Starts Again In January

City Council recently extended the contract with the Michigan Municipal League, which was hired to assist in the original search.

Get To Know LACASA At Upcoming "Structured Open House"

“Within These Walls” are one-hour programs in which the organization’s leaders share their stories, discuss plans for the future, and conduct a walking tour of the LACASA facility.

Brighton Officials Prepare For Biennial Citizen Survey

Residents and business owners will have a chance to weigh in in on what they like and don't like with regards to the city's services, policies, and more.

Nominations Deadline Approaching For Public Safety Officer Contest

The contest will recognize one police officer or deputy, jail deputy or corrections officer, firefighter, dispatcher, and emergency medical technician who either works or lives in the district. Nominations are due by January 1st.

Livingston County 2019 Year-End Report Delivered

As 2019 comes to a close, the annual year-end report was given at a recent Livingston County Board of Commissioners meeting.

City Of Brighton Says Teens Vandalized Mill Pond

A group of teens were caught on camera throwing rocks from a retaining wall onto the ice and into the pond, prompting a Friday post on the City of Brighton Facebook page that has generated hundreds of comments. The post has since been removed.

Interim Genesee County Sheriff Named

Genesee County Undersheriff Christopher Swanson was named to the post by county commissioners on Monday.

Secretary Of State Claiming Improved Customer Service

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says her office has modernized and made state elections more secure, along with delivering on promises to improve customer service.

Local Invasive Species Project Receives $60,000 Grant

The project aims to build capacity and serve the region by implementing a strategic plan by providing outreach and educational opportunities, as well as technical support.

Brighton Police Seek Suspects In Target Smash & Grab

Officers were dispatched at about 5am to an alarm at the Target Store on 8043 Challis Road. When they arrived on scene minutes later, they found the front doors had been shattered. There was also damage to the display cases in the store.

New Judge To Preside Over Fenton Township Murder Trial

Genesee County Circuit Court Judge David Newblatt will now hear the case against 19-year old Abdurrahman Ahmed Akl, who is charged with second degree murder in the 2017 shooting death of 18-year-old Brady Morris.

Green Oak Approves Increased Engineering Fees

Township officials previously shared concerns that some of the requested increases are by as much as 50%.

Proposed Dexter Development Receives Federal Funding

Hilltop View Apartments being developed by the Avalon Nonprofit Housing Corporation in partnership with Chelsea-based Faith in Action was contingent on Avalon receiving the tax credits, which would provide 85% of the project’s funding.

Truck Crashes Into Owen Road Bridge & Catches Fire

Fenton Police say the truck’s driver suffered just minor injuries. No other vehicles were involved.

15-Year-Old Crashes Stolen Vehicle During Christmas Day Chase

A 15-year-old is in custody after leading police on a chase in a stolen car on Christmas Day that ended up with him crashing the vehicle.

Fowlerville Police Officer Set To Retire After 25 Years

Officer Eric Sorenson has remained a constant presence and pillar as a member of the community’s law enforcement since 1994.

Rep. Bollin Says Plan To Help Improve Young Voter Engagement

Bollin's plan would streamline the absentee voting process by requiring every municipality to establish a permanent absent voter list.

Matthew & Kelly Stafford Organize Christmas Surprise In Howell

It was a magical Christmas for three boys who recently lost their father and got a surprise visit from Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife Kelly.

Holiday "Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over" Campaign Underway

The holidays are fun, busy times to celebrate with family and friends but officials say it’s also one of the deadliest times of year for drunk-and drugged-driving fatalities.

Police Say Man Lured & Then Assaulted Girl In Genoa Twp.

Authorities say 24-year-old Luis Santana gave the teen his number, then texted her explicit photos before picking her up and assaulting her in a store parking lot.

Redistricting Commission Applications Arriving This Week

The Secretary of State has recently selected 250,000 residents in a random name draw who will receive applications for the 13-member panel by mail. Those applications are being mailed out this week and next.

Fowlerville Resident Critically Injured By Pickup Truck

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were dispatched at 6:33 Wednesday morning to a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on W. Grand Avenue near Gregory Road in Handy Township.

Suspects Sought In Milford Taco Bell Robbery

The pair took $200 from the registers before fleeing on foot down the street and entering what a witness described as a dark, older model SUV with a loud exhaust.

Livingston County Appoints New Acting Deputy County Administrator

The Livingston County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution appointing current Health Officer Dianne McCormick to the deputy administrator position.

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available In Livingston County

Loans are being made available as a result of excessive rain from March 1st through September 1st, 2019.

Police Continue To Investigate Fatal US-23 Crash

The driver of the pickup, 52-year-old Duane Arthur Buers of Whitmore Lake, was pronounced as deceased at the scene by first responders.

Fowlerville Gun Store Among Those Targeted In Theft Spree

ATF agents allege that three suspects, including 18-year-old Brandon McClure and 19-year-old Daniel Rae, broke into Titus Kustoms LLC on Grand Avenue in Fowlerville in the early morning hours of December 11th and “stole approximately 17 firearms.”

Coats For Kids Program Helps Those In Need This Winter

The annual community effort to help keep kids and families warm this winter is underway across Livingston County.

Program To Feature Legacy Of Industrial Architect Albert Kahn

Detroit News reporter Michael H. Hodges, author of Building the Modern World: Albert Kahn in Detroit, will review Kahn’s local legacy, life and work in January.

Woman Admits Trying To Steal From Walmart During Donation Drive

Aatiyanna Clemons was charged with the attempted theft from the Genoa Township Walmart where Michigan State Police Troopers were working with the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office for the “Cram a Cruiser” event.

Crash Involving Semi Closes US-23 In Green Oak Township

Green Oak Fire Chief Kevin Gentry says the crash involved a pickup that crossed the median and hit a semi. Both north and southbound US-23 between Lee and Silver Lake Road were closed for the extended period of time for investigation by the Livingston County Accident Investigation Team.

Community Steps Up To Help Green Oak Family After Fire

The blaze occurred Saturday at a home on a private drive off of 8 Mile Road. While the family was not home at the time, the fire destroyed their home and killed their three dogs.

Genoa Twp. Asks Theis To Oppose Sand & Gravel Mining Bill

Those opposed to Senate Bill 431 feel it would remove power from local government to deny permits to land owners for mining operations. Supporters say it would aid in a more effective use of the state’s road dollars.

Collaboration Aims To Preserve Hamburg Twp. Museum

An agreement between the township and historical society aims to better establish both the museum and historical society as self-sustaining nonprofit entities.

Possible Site Identified To Relocate Howell Post Office

The US Postal Service is evaluating property that surrounds the main Howell fire station for a new facility.

Researcher Talks Renewable Energy Potential In Handy Twp.

Dr. Sarah Mills, Senior Project Manager at U of M’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, says there are 20 wind energy projects and 56 solar energy projects currently being considered in the state.

Man Who Stole Club Keno Cash Gets Jail, Probation

Livingston County Circuit Court Judge Michael Hatty also ordered Cade Eversole to pay restitution to The Tyrone Party Store in the amount of $31,340.

Law License Of Former Judge Suspended

The Attorney Discipline Board says the suspension of ex-53rd District Court judge Theresa Brennan was effective Dec. 3. That's the day she was convicted of perjury.

Brighton Planning Commission Approves Zoning Amendments

Pending final City Council OK, the Brighton City Planning Commission has given the green light to proposed updating of the city's zoning ordinance.

Bodybuilder Admits To Illegal Distribution Of Steroids

Amy Kozle of Genoa Township has pleaded guilty as charged to one count of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance; in this case, testosterone.

Dearborn Man Arraigned On Local Sex Assault Charges

24-year-old Luis Santana is facing various charges of criminal sexual conduct with a victim age 13 to 15, and a count of child sexually abusive activity.

Census Data Shows Livingston With Top Median Household Income

As for Livingston’s cities and townships, Brighton Township was tops with a median household income in excess of $105,000.

Huron Valley Community Coalition Growing In Numbers

A membership drive for the local group focused on leading teens toward a drug and alcohol free life has been deemed a success.

BAFA Hires Four Additonal Full-Time Firefighters

Four additional full-time firefighters have been added to the Brighton Area Fire Authority.

Livingston County Democrats Donate Thousands Of Meals For Needy

Livingston County Democrats are again helping struggling families holiday season with donations to Gleaners Community Food Bank.

Governor Signs Legislation To Legalize Sports Betting & Internet Gambling

A local lawmaker’s horse racing bill was signed into law today as part of the larger bipartisan package that legalizes Internet gaming and sports betting through Michigan's casinos.

Salvation Army In Desperate Need Of Bell Ringers

The Salvation Army is currently putting out a call for bell ringers as they have over 30 hours of bell ringing shifts open this Saturday, one of their biggest fundraising days, at their best locations.

Brighton's Northwest Neighborhoods Closer To New Roads, Infrastructure

Full reconstruction of the roads in the northwest neighborhoods of Brighton will bring new curb and gutter, water, storm water, and sanitary sewer to the area in 2021.

Local Veterans Surprised By Santa

Employees at Livingston County Veterans’ Services surprised local veterans with hand-picked presents.

Pair Charged In Tainted Steroid Deaths Remain In Livingston County

Officials with the Michigan Attorney General's office say that Barry J. Cadden and Glenn Chin will remain in the Livingston County Jail until their pre-trial hearings resume in mid-February.

Brighton School Community Surprises Families With Christmas Wishes

Staff and students from Brighton Area Schools partnered with Brighton Ford to award two local families facing difficulties a "Christmas Wish" of $1,250.

Sex Assault Case Against Former Howell Business Owner Dismissed

The motion to dismiss the case against 54-year-old David Price III states that people are unable to proceed in the case due to the death of one victim and the inability to locate the other.

VINA Thanks Wolverine, Spartan Fans For Successful Tailgate

More than $50,000 was raised to help the VINA Dental Clinic serve those with financial difficulties.

Final Defendant Enters Plea In Fenton Twp. Health Care Fraud Case

Court records indicate that Jeffrey Fillmore, who was also charged with money laundering, entered a guilty plea recently to a single count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud.

Costs Could Top $100,000 To Repair Dam

In early November, a gate that controls water flow to Lobdell Lake got stuck, causing nearly two feet of water to be lost.

Taylor Woman Enters Plea In Bus Crash

27-year-old Brianne Nicole Pope was charged with three counts of Moving Violation Causing Serious Injury after the crash of a charter bus she was driving as it returned from a Hartland school field trip on April 27th.

Dental Gold Puts Food On Needy Tables

Nearly $43,000 was recently presented to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan by donations collected by the Gold for Food program.

Beat Holiday Stress With "Emotional Intelligence"

In-laws, holiday debt and strained relationships are just some of the issues that tend to add stress during the holiday season, but public speaker Brigette Patton says "emotional intelligence" is a way to better handle that stress.

Veterans' Services To Save Marketing Money

There were not enough votes on the committee needed to spend $77,050 on bringing in an estimated 5-7% new veterans to the department.

Local Senior Citizens Benefit From Christmas Blessings Project

The annual Christmas Blessing project though Livingston County Catholic Charities is a community supported project for home bound and low income seniors.

Applications Being Accepted for Michigan Young Birders Camp 2020

Okemos-based Michigan Audubon is recruiting middle and high school students to join the week-long Michigan Young Birders Camp in June.

Defense Seeking DNA Data That May Exonerate Man In 2008 Double Homicide

Defense attorneys for Jerome Kowalski say a suspected blood sample that was found in the car of the victim’s step-son may contain DNA from more than just one person.

Suspect Responsible For Vandalism At Milford Central Park Identified

The Milford Police Department is thanking the community for assistance in helping identify the person responsible for recent vandalism at Central Park.

Putnam Twp. Fire Department Announces Promotions

The promotions took place during the Fire Department’s Annual Christmas Party on Saturday, December 14th.

Howell Chamber Announces Annual Award Recipients

Winners from 6 categories have been announced, with Citizen of the Year being kept secret until the Chamber's Annual Dinner, which will take place next month.

Chelsea Woman Reports Mail Scam To Police

A mail scam is being investigated in which a Chelsea woman was contacted by a Russian woman who wanted her to mail various packages.

Hamburg Police Officers Recognized For Exceptional Actions

Deputy Chief Dariusz Nisenbaum, Officer Adam Fischhaber, and Officer Kimberly Leeds were honored at a recent meeting of the township's Board of Trustees.

Middle School Student Struck Crossing Hartland Road

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were dispatched at about 2:45 Monday afternoon to a vehicle versus pedestrian injury accident near Ore Creek Middle School in Hartland Township.

Longtime Genoa Twp. Official Resigns

Township Board members "reluctantly" accepted the resignation of Douglas Brown who has served the community for a combined total of 26 years.

Brighton Planners Hear Presentation on Pot Law Changes

Passage of a law legalizing recreational marijuana has prompted many communities to take a second look at whether to allow recreational marijuana establishments within their borders.

Groups Moving Forward On Momentum Of Water Ruling

Michigan Citizens for Water Conservation contends the state failed act to protect water resources from corporate interests.

Slotkin Says She'll Vote To Impeach President Trump

The 8th District Democrat was greeted Monday morning at a town hall gathering at Oakland University by a loud mix of both supporters and detractors among the nearly 500 people in attendance. Straining to be heard over protestors, Slotkin tried to explain why she came to the conclusion that she did.

Brighton Church Settles Breastfeeding Lawsuit

30-year-old Amy Marchant filed the suit in June against the Brighton Nazarene Church, known to most as “The Naz” alleging the church invaded her privacy, violated the Breastfeeding Anti-Discrimination Act and committed a breach of contract, in addition to issuing a defamatory apology.

Request Withdrawn For Higher Density Rezoning In Genoa Twp.

A proposal to rezone a large plot of land has been put on hold, after concerns were raised about density, wetlands, ownership, and incongruity with the municipality's future plans.

Panel To Hear Another Appeal In 7-Year-Old Lawsuit

Tracey Sahouri sued the district in 2012, alleging it violated the Whistleblower Protection Act when it removed her as principal from Creekside Elementary School.

Lawmaker & One-Time Deputy Says Budget Deal Is Step Forward

Republican State Rep. Mike Mueller of Linden, who served as a Livingston County Sheriff’s deputy prior to being elected to office, says the 2020 budget resolution restores funding for secondary road patrols in the state and provides economic security for law enforcement.

Celebration Set For Retiring Library Director

After 11 years as head of the Cromaine District Library, Ceci Marlow is retiring in January.

Donations To Fund Howell Innovation Academy's Vehicle Production

The go-kart sized electric vehicle is part of the Square One project; a statewide vehicle design challenge held at Kettering University in May.

Local Schools Prepare To Roll Out "Handle With Care" Program

“Handle With Care” is an initiative that makes school officials aware of children that have been exposed to crime, violence, abuse or some other traumatic event.

Teacher To Be Sentenced On Drunk Driving Convictions

44-year-old Michael Dennis Fletcher, a teacher with Huron Valley Schools, was taken into custody in September at Lakeland High School after a breathalyzer showed his blood alcohol limit was more than four times the legal limit.

Hartland Freshman Wins 8th District Congressional App Challenge

Tayden Cook’s creation, the FamFri Messaging App, allows family members and friends to easily message and locate each other, share pictures and locations, and even participate in a kindness challenge.

Brighton Man Sentenced On Child Porn Charges

A federal judge sentenced 36-year-old Mark Allen McCormick on Thursday following the Brighton man’s May guilty plea to a charge of distribution of child pornography.

City Of Howell Employees Host Inaugural Holiday Fundraiser

The City adopted a family of eleven through the Salvation Army of Livingston County and donated more than 500 pounds of food to Gleaners Community Food Bank.

Howell Educator Recognized As FCS Teacher Of The Year

Amy Kilgren has been with Howell Public Schools since 2002 and teaches several Family and Consumer Science courses like Teen Life, Life Skills, and Health and Wellness.

Input Sought On SEMCOG's Public Participation Plan

Comments received will help ensure the ongoing opportunity for effective, broad-based participation in the development and review of regional plans and programs.

Applications Being Accepted For BAS Schools Of Choice

There are a limited number of openings in the first-through-fourth grades, grades 6 and 7 and high school, which is grades 9 through 12). The deadline for applying is next Wednesday, Dec. 18th.

New Details Released In Vista Springs Death

The Howell Police Department says investigation revealed that there was no foul play involved and that the incident was the result of a tragic accident.

Hartland Officials In Favor Of Proposed Senior Living Facility

The Hartland Senior Living Planned Development would be located between Bullard Road and Fenton Road, and is proposed to consist of a single, three story, 146-unit building that accommodates seniors ages 62 and older.

Metroparks Police Swears-In Newest Furry Member

Officer Parks raised his paw Thursday to become the first police dog for the Huron-Clinton Metroparks Police Department.

BAS Fall Athletics Honored By School Board

The Brighton High School football team led the way, winning district and regional titles before making it to Ford Field in Detroit for the state championship game. And while they didn't end up winning, Brighton became the first football team from Livingston County in history to make it to the state football championship game.

City Of Brighton Offers New Razor Recycling Program

Citizens can drop off all brands of razors, razor blades and both their rigid and flexible plastic packages at the City’s DPW offices.

Hatty Appointed To Be County's Next Chief Judge

The Michigan Supreme Court recently announced that Judge Michael Hatty has been appointed to serve as chief judge of Livingston County's Circuit and District Courts starting January 1st.

Theis-Sponsored Bill Would Assist Dropouts In Graduating

The Dropout Recovery Program assists public schools that are working with students who have dropped out to help them get their diplomas.

Group Housing Ordinances In City Of Howell Revised

Proposed ordinances related to transitional and sober living housing in the City of Howell have been revised to address potential legal issues.

South Lyon Woman Sentenced For Drunken Attack On Officers

Alexandra Paige entered a no contest plea in August to three charges; one for operating while intoxicated, and two for Assaulting/Resisting/and Obstructing a Police Officer.

Wreaths Across America Events This Saturday

National Wreaths Across America Day is a free, non-political event that is open to everyone and ceremonies are planned in Pinckney and Fowlerville.

New Horse Race Wagering And Regulations Pass House

State Representative Hank Vaupel's plan to allow advance deposit wagering, supporting the racing and agricultural industries, is headed to the governor's desk for signing.

Book Drive Promoting Children's Literacy Entering Final Weeks

Purchase and donate a book at the Green Oak Township Barnes & Noble by December 31st to support LESA's Talking is Teaching campaign.

LACASA Starry Night Toy Drive Runs Through December 21st

The toy drive aims to again brighten the holidays for children at LACASA, a non-profit that provides services for victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault.

Detective: Prosecution "Well Aware" Of His Relationship With Judge

The release of a deposition by former Michigan State Police Detective Sean Furlong has cast further doubt about the impartiality of the Livingston County Prosecutor's Office during the murder trial of a man whose conviction has since been vacated.

Fire Destroys Auto Repair Business Run Out Of Garage

The Green Oak Township Fire Department was called out just before 11pm to a reported garage fire at a residence off of 9 Mile Road east of Rushton Road.

Brighton Police Investigating Sprint Store Robbery

Brighton Police say at about 5am Wednesday, officers were dispatched to an alarm call at the Sprint Store, located at 333 W. Grand River Ave.

Salvation Army Christmas Campaign In Great Need Of Donations

Only 38.5% of the way to their goal, the Salvation Army depends on the Red Kettle Campaign for 1/3 of their yearly budget.

BAS Superintendent Receives "Highly Effective" Performance Rating

"Highly effective" is the top performance review that the Board of Education can give, giving it to Superintendent Greg Gray, once again.

Mail Delivery Woman Shot By BB Gun

Two male juveniles age 11 and 13 are responsible for shooting a mail delivery woman with a BB gun Wednesday afternoon.

Island Lake Road Near Dexter To Close For Maintenance

Island Lake Road between Eastbridge Drive and Dexter-Chelsea Road will be closed parts of Friday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Howell Fire Academy Relocating To BAFA Fire Station

Howell High School Principal Jason Schrock says the timing for relocation works out well as BAFA is preparing to renovate Fire Station 34 on Dorr Road in Genoa Township.

Severe Weather Network Seeking Homeless Shelter Volunteers

Volunteers are being sought for various positions at a seasonal homeless shelter run by a local nonprofit.

Genoa Township Officials Consider 193 Acre Tech Campus Plan

Versa Development is proposing an innovation and technology campus to be set on Latson Road, south of the I-96 interchange.

"America's Sheriff" Endorses Mike Detmer For Congress

Former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke has thrown his support behind Howell real estate agent Mike Detmer in his run for Michigan's 8th District Congress seat.

Scholarship To Honor Memory Of Brighton History Enthusiast

The "Larry Lawrence Memorial Scholarship" will be given to a graduating senior from the Brighton Area that is going to a Vocational School.

All Four Howell FIRST Tech Teams Head To State Championship

Each team qualified to advance to the state championship events based on their performance at district qualifier competitions.

Hartland Twp. Repeals Sidewalk Maintenance Ordinance

Supervisor Bill Fountain says, "We had an ordinance that after three inches of snow you had to remove it within 24 hours. People are doing that well enough on their own."

Three Fires Elementary Receives Grant For Therapy Dog

The Three Fires Elementary Cognitively Impaired Program applied for a grant from The Howell Education Foundation for The Pawsitivity Project: First Therapy Dog in Howell Public Schools and received $10,000.

Elderly Woman Dies After Being Found Outside At Howell Assisted Living Facility

Howell Police are investigating the death of an elderly woman at Vista Springs, located at 605 Pere Marquette Street.

Murder/Suicide Confirmed In Deaths Of Howell Mother & Son

The bodies of 61-year-old Kim Mathewson and her son, 39-year-old Shawn Mathewson, were discovered November 6th shortly after 10pm inside their residence on W. Legrand Street in the Howell Estates Mobile Home Community.

Longtime Brighton Band Director Passes Away

Carl Klopshinske died Monday. He was 85. Known to many simply as Mr. K, Klopshinske was the director of bands at Brighton Area Schools from 1959-1992.

Diamond Chrome Air Quality Test Results Negative For TCE

Testing results continue to be favorable now that the Howell company has stopped using a chemical earlier found to be emanating in the air around its facility.

Planning Underway to Implement Brighton Area Schools Bond Issue

Implementation of a nearly $60 million bond issue requires a lot of planning, and that's exactly what Brighton Area Schools officials are doing, with passage of the bond issue by district voters only a month ago.

Brighton Library Wraps Up Majority Of Renovation Work

The project got underway in June with a goal to renovate about 90% of the building, which was constructed in 1996.

12 Days Of Gleaners To Provide More Than 265,000 Local Meals

A total of $88,483 was raised which will provide 265,449 meals through the Shared Harvest Pantry in Genoa Township.

Trial Delayed Again 6th Time For Teen Charged In Friend's Murder

19-year old Abdurrahman Ahmed Akl is charged with second degree murder in the shooting death of 18-year-old Brady Morris.

HVS Programs Brighten Holidays For Local Kids & Families

Students and staff in the Huron Valley Schools district raised $40,000 to brighten the upcoming holidays for local families.

Focus Groups Set Ahead Of $97.8 Million Bond Issue In South Lyon Schools

There are 10 focus groups that have been established and meetings will take place Wednesday.

Matching Money Monday

Donations were matched up to the total funds available and will stay in Livingston County to help in multiple ways including crucial programs like nutritious food in local pantries, utility and shelter assistance and an eviction diversion program.

South Lyon Man Enters Plea to Child Porn Charges

71-year-old Hal Jeffrey Wiessbock was arrested October 22nd at his home after the Michigan Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a tip about his cyber activity earlier this year.

Giving Tuesday Goal Reached For Accessible Playground At Kensington Metropark

The generosity of the community on the global day of giving will help make an all-abilities and accessible play area at Kensington Metropark Maple Beach a reality.

Engineering, Soil Boring Approved For New Oceola Community Center

Tetra Tech and G2 will conduct studies on the land the officials hope to develop into a new facility with multiple basketball courts, meeting spaces, and an indoor walking track.

Contest To Award Realistic Breast Tattoos To Cancer Patients

The winners of The Lovely Monkey Tattoo shop's contest will receive tattoos of 3D areolas and nipples on their post-mastectomy, reconstructed breasts.

Head Of Howell Fire Academy Named Fire Instructor Of The Year

Lt. Tom Kiurski was recognized at the Michigan Fire Service Instructors Association's annual meeting in Traverse City Friday.

Movie Shot In Brighton To Be Shown At BCPA

A holiday-themed movie to be aired on the Lifetime channel will be shown locally this Thursday at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts.

Veterans Connected Seeks Donations For Adopt-A-Soldier Program

An annual effort is underway to collect donations for local veterans in need and their families.

LACASA Collection Launches Online Luxury Boutique

LACASA Collection in Howell has opened a new online store.

Brighton Police Department Hires New Officer

Bobby Eckels has been a reserve officer on the Brighton force for a year-and-a-half.

Indoor Golf Venture Coming To Burroughs Site

The interior of the building is being renovated to incorporate golf simulators and office space, while the inside bar and outdoor entertainment area will remain.

Distribution Event Offers Healthy Food To Local Residents In Need

Gleaners Community Food Bank and Pinckney Community Schools will hold their next School Mobile Food distribution event this coming Wednesday, December 11th, from 5 to 6pm.

Northfield Township Man Charged With Impersonating Police Officer

A man who apparently has a history of impersonating police has been charged after posing as a fake cop who pulled over a woman and swore at her on I-96 in Livingston County.

Effort Underway Again To Reopen Downtown Howell Gas Station

The owners of the station at the corner of Barnard Street and Grand River are working to reopen in January.

Guinea Pig Police Chase Ends In Rodents' Capture

The South Lyon Police Department found three guinea pigs running loose in McHattie Park Friday evening. Anyone with information about who the guinea pigs belong to is asked to call (248)437-1773.

Green Oak Officials Wrestle With Proposed Engineering Fee Hikes

Township Supervisor Mark St. Charles says if the increases were approved, he doesn’t see how it could affect homeowners with the exception of maybe some minor work with sewer issues.

Education Expert: Higher Graduation Rates Help Everyone

Deborah Delisle of the Alliance for Excellent Education says that raising the state graduation rate to 90% would provides hundreds of million of dollars worth of benefit to communities.

Lakeland High Teacher Wins National Award

Nick Peruski, a business and technology teacher in the Huron Valley School District, was surprised at a school assembly where he was presented with a Milken Educator Award and given a $25,000 cash prize.

New Kiosks Coming To Secretary Of State Branch Offices

The new self-service stations will eventually be able to process driver's license and state IDs, along with existing service for vehicle license plate tabs.

Brighton City Council Votes To Allow Taller Buildings Downtown

Council approved an amendment to the Downtown Business District ordinance that will allow taller building heights in the city’s downtown.

Governor & Legislature Could Be Close To Budget Deal

Both the House and Senate took initial action on supplemental budget bills this week that would restore funding vetoed by Governor Whitmer last September.

Brighton Vigil To Mourn Gun Violence Victims

To mark the tragedy of the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre and honor the more than 700,000 Americans killed or injured by guns since then, several community groups are coming together this Sunday, December 8th at 5pm at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in downtown Brighton for a candlelight vigil.

Operation Good Cheer To Deliver Gifts For Foster Kids

The effort begins each spring, with local social service agencies enrolling children. Locally, that’s handled by Livingston County Catholic Charities.

Gregory Home Destroyed By Fire

Crews from multiple fire departments battled a blaze at a home in a subdivision in Gregory Thursday.

Today Is Last Day for Leaf Pickup in Brighton

Residents of the city of Brighton have one last chance today to get their curbside leaves picked up by the city DPW.

Caution Tape Means Vehicle Has Been Checked For Emergencies

Local emergency departments are reminding the community about a method used to mark abandoned vehicles during the winter season.

Pinckney New Tech Honored As Spotlight School

The program, in its 10th year, engages students through program-based learning prioritizing college, career, and civic life readiness.

Study: Property Taxes & State Revenue Failed To Keep Up With Inflation

The recently released study found that when taking into account inflation between 2002 and 2017, property taxes lost 15 percent of their value, and revenue sharing from the state fell by more than 37 percent.

Local Author To Narrate Holiday Light Park Tour

Howell Parks and Recreation has teamed up with Denise Brennan-Nelson to create a larger-than-life drive-through experience at Scofield Park adapted from her new book Santa's Secret.

Ceremony Will Honor South Lyon East High Football Player

16-year-old Trevon Tyler, who was #54 on South Lyon East High School's football team, passed away the day after Thanksgiving from complications of surgery.

Cromaine Library Announces New Director

Mallorie DeVilbiss, who has served as the head of digital services at Troy Public Library for the past five years, has been selected as director of Cromaine Library.

Sheriff's Facial Hair Fundraiser Brings In $6,300 For Cancer Center

63 participants from the Livingston County Sheriff's Office raised a total of $3,150 for the Warren R. and Lauraine A. Hoensheid Cancer Center at St. Joseph Mercy Brighton, which was matched dollar for dollar by Williams Distributing.

Applications Open For Redistricting Commission

"Regular people" are being sought to join the commission given the authority to adopt potentially new district boundaries for the Michigan House, Michigan Senate, and U.S. Congress.

Brennan Enters Guilty Plea To Perjury; Other Counts Dropped

Former Livingston County Judge Theresa Brennan has entered a plea of guilty to perjury. In exchange, the Michigan Attorney General’s Office has agreed to drop tampering with evidence and misconduct in office charges.

Howell City Manager Candidate Declines Offer

The candidate selected to become the next Howell city manager has declined the offer, meaning another search process will be getting underway after the holidays.

Brighton Library To Hold Annual Holiday Open House Saturday

The open house will take place from 11am to 2pm and will serve not only as a celebration of the season, but also as a chance for community members to check out the newly renovated library.

Woman Accused In Attempted Theft From Walmart Headed To Trial

Ciara Franklin is charged along with Aatiyanna Clemons for allegedly trying to steal from the Genoa Township Walmart where Michigan State Police were holding a donation drive.

GoFundMe Account Set Up For Fowlerville Family After Fire

The community is stepping up to assist a Fowlerville family of six displaced by a house fire Tuesday and lost everything.

Nominations Sought For Public Safety Officer Contest

State Senator Lana Theis on Monday announced a contest to recognize the service of the 22nd Senate District’s public safety officers.

Brighton Wrestling Team Takes Action To Help Person in Need

The high school wrestlers and other volunteers took some time out of their busy Thanksgiving holiday weekend to help a person in need.

Handy Township Family Homeless After Morning Fire

Fowlerville firefighters were called out to a structure fire at about 5:10am in the 500 block of Fowlerville Road between Sargent and Mason roads.

Youth Baseball Coach Charged With Sexually Assaulting Two Players

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office says that 49-year-old Joseph Mark Frappier of Hartland Township was arrested and charged with ten counts of various degrees of Criminal Sexual Conduct involving two minors who he coached.

New Indoor Recreation Venture Coming To Genoa Township

The former Burroughs Roadhouse restaurant is being renovated to create an indoor area for golf simulators and corporate office space to be called “The Bunker”.

South Lyon School District Selects Interim Superintendent

Dr. George Heitsch completed 43 years in education after retiring in June from Farmington Public Schools where he had served as superintendent for five years.

Fisher Road To Close Thursday For Culvert Replacement

The Road Commission says crews will remove and replace a cross culvert, which will require the road to be completely closed.

Local Session Will Discuss Regional Economic Development

The sessions will include discussions on anticipating demands for land use, fostering a competitive business climate, advancing innovation and technology, investing in critical infrastructure, and preparing and connecting talent with jobs.

Scrapyard Owner Seeks Delay In Expansion Plan Process

Padnos Iron and Metal has requested a delay in considering its proposal to add a scrap shredder to process materials on its property at 645 Lucy Road in Howell.

Fundraising Underway For Accessible Playground At Kensington Metropark

Huron-Clinton Metroparks are hoping for a fundraising boost on Giving Tuesday, when all donations will be matched by Genisys Credit Union for the all-inclusive play area with options for all abilities.

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week Underway

Tips and resources for issues surrounding aging drivers will be on the forefront of the Secretary of State's office this week.

Local GeoBee Winner One Step Closer To $25,000 Scholarship

James Clark, a 7th grader who won the National Geographic GeoBee at Ore Creek Middle School in Hartland, now has a chance to participate in the GeoBee national championship in the Spring of 2020.

Meals On Wheels Seeks Grant For New Facility

County Commissioners approved a resolution to apply for and administer a grant for the Livingston County Senior Nutrition Meals on Wheels program but not without debate.

South Lyon Adds New Definition To Domestic Violence Ordinance

The City wants its ordinance to mirror state law and include the term "dating relationships" when speaking to a situation in which domestic violence or domestic assault occurs against an individual.

Local "Drugs 101" Seminar To Educate On Teen Drug Use

The program will share tools to recognize potential teen drug use, what next steps to take if there is concern, and skills to engage youth in conversation on the issue.

Lawsuit Challenges Work Requirements For Medicaid Enrollees

Supporters of the lawsuit claim that the approval of work requirements is illegal, while supporters of work requirements claim they help enrollees achieve self-sufficiency.

Livingston County Polar Plunge To Be Held January 25th

The Michigan Law Enforcement Polar Plunge raises money for the Special Olympics of Michigan, which provides free sports programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities.

Rev. Deon Johnson Elected As Leader Of Episcopal Diocese Of Missouri

The Rev. Deon Johnson has been the rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Brighton since 2006.

Volunteers Sought For Meals On Wheels

The Livingston County Senior Nutrition Program is looking for volunteer drivers as well as office workers.

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