Friday, April 4, 2025

Whitmer Signs Executive Order Declaring Energy Emergency In Upper Peninsula

The emergency order suspends restrictions to increase flow of fuel and other supplies.

Weekend Closure For Eastbound M-14 Ramp

MDOT advises the eastbound M-14 ramp to eastbound M-14/southbound US-23 will be closed for maintenance.

Hundreds of National Guard Members Helping with Northern Michigan Cleanup

The region was impacted by an ice storm that brought down trees and knocked out power to thousands.

Howell's Annual 'Hop To It' Event is Saturday

Purchases at local businesses will get you an egg with either candy, a discount or promotional item.

Congressman Barrett Brings Michigan Couple Home from Mexican Prison

Arrived in Lansing late Thursday night.

Road & Bridge Projects Starting Up

A reconstruction project starts Monday on Grand River. Later this month, a bridge project kicks off on Parshallville Road.

MDOT Crews & Other Agencies Respond To Historic Ice Storm

MDOT’s recent Talking Michigan Transportation podcast focused on the damage and challenges, as well as two firsthand accounts.

Oceola Twp. Man Charged With Shooting At Wife & Kids Enters Plea

43-year-old Mikel Patrick-James Brouner pleaded guilty to two counts of discharging a firearm in or at a building, assault with a dangerous weapon, four counts of 4th degree child abuse, and possessing weapons under the influence.

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Consumers Energy: Final Restoration Work Enters Homestretch

The utility says most customers should see power restored by end-of-day Friday.

Dog Found In Dumpster Euthanized Due To Medical Issues

The Huron Valley Humane Society said "Norman’s final moments were spent in warmth and kindness, surrounded by skilled and loving humans".

Court Ruling: Police Can't Search Vehicles Solely Because Of Marijuana Odor

The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that the odor of marijuana alone isn't reason enough for police to search a car without a warrant.

Genesee County Road Closures Due to Flooding

Affecting drivers in Argentine and Mundy townships.

Green Oak Twp Approves Radio Booster to Fix 'Dead Zone' at Station 83

Digicom Global of Troy, plans to install two internal antennas and one on the roof of the building.

LACASA Recognizes Champions for Children to Mark Child Abuse Prevention Month

JJ Lewis with North Star Reach, and psychologist Jill Leutze

Von Voigtlander Foundation Donates $3M to Trinity Health Livingston

To purchase MRI and CT imaging equipment for new Brighton Medical Center.

Hockey Night Brings Red Wings Alumni to Howell for Local Charities

The game starts at 3 p.m. Saturday.

Hamburg Township Pursuing Grants For Projects On Lakelands Trail

Grants are being pursued to replace the Zukey Lake footbridge on the trail and for improvements at the Village trailhead.

Five Livingston County Robotics Teams Headed To State Championship

Five Livingston County robotics teams are heading to the prestigious FIRST in Michigan State Championship, which starts today.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Health Officials Confirm Kent County's First Measles Case In Over A Decade

This marks the county's first confirmed measles case since 2013 and Michigan’s second case of the year.

Mighty Mac Closed Again Wednesday Due To Falling Ice

The Mackinac Bridge Authority said more closures seem likely due to the amount of ice that remains on the bridge’s towers and cables.

13-Year-Old Steals Vehicle, Crashes Into Home

The Sheriff's Office says the 13-year-old took the vehicle without her mother knowing.

Troopers Arrest Four, Seize Five Guns After Reported Drive By Shooting in Flint

A fifth person was released at the scene

Founder Of Pinckney St. Patrick's Day Parade Passes Away

Patricia "Patsy" McGuire-Haggerty Dible was well known throughout the community. She passed away peacefully on March 28th.

Hartland HS Drama Club Presents Mamma Mia!

Weekends of April 11 and April 25.

Better Business Bureau Announces Statewide Merger Across Michigan

Tp streamline operations, increase accessibility.

Gov. Whitmer Deploys National Guard to Ice-Coated Northern Michigan

Lifts trucking restrictions to get fuel to impacted areas, adds additional counties to State of Emergency Declaration

MSP Brings Back Purses With a Purpose

Donations are being collected through the end of the month.

Village Of Pinckney Looking To Revoke Permits, Licenses For "The Means"

The Means was granted three provisional marijuana licenses for the project on the site of the old Pinckney Elementary School, where work has been at a stand-still for years.

Take These Steps to Keep Chicks and Ducklings Healthy

MDARD and MDHHS officials issued a list of steps to protect baby poultry from diseases

LACASA's CAP Council To Host Annual "Plant A Pinwheel" Celebration

Today's event will take place at noon at the Howell Carnegie District Library and marks April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Livingston County United Way Announces New Board Members

New members include Aaron Heckel from GM Proving Ground; Mathew Lovenrich from Meijer in Brighton; Penny Murphy, Community Volunteer; Chris Spensley from ServPro of Brighton/Howell; and Rita Vickerman from Asahi Kasei Plastics.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Consumers Energy Prepares For Additional Storms

The utility says restoration efforts are continuing.

Public Meeting For Upcoming M-71 Rebuild Project In Owosso

Wednesday’s open house will take place from 4 to 6pm at the Owosso City Hall Council Chambers, with MDOT project staff on hand.

VA Secretary Collins, Congressman Barrett Address Veterans' Concerns in Howell

Says current system is broken and must be fixed.

Ingham Co: Man Killed By Fallen Tree in Stockbridge, Evidence of EF1 Tornado Near Williamston

NWS also found evidence of EF0 tornado in Leslie area.

Daily Lane, Exit Closures on I-96 Through Howell Area This Week

Tuesday-Thursday, 7am-3pm

Metro Detroit National College Fair Giving Students Chance to Explore Different Options

The fair is being held at Suburban Collection Showplace on Thursday.

Milford Hosting Virtual Meeting Ahead of Road Projects

The meeting is scheduled for Apr. 9.

Livingston Co. Libraries Brace for End of Certain Services After Executive Order Cuts Funding

President Trump's Executive Order will eliminate the federal Insitute of Museum and Library Services.

Area Districts Impacted After Trump Administration Pulls Back Funding

State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice and State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh issued statements on how the action will harm Michigan students and schools.

Howell Carnegie District Library Archives Open House Sunday

The open house is set to mark the new and improved Archives in the lower level of the Library.