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Receiver lines up $16 million sale of St. Clair Inn
The limbo of receivership for the St. Clair Inn — massive financial litigation that’s tied up management of the business and historic hotel property for the last two years — may soon come to an end. St. Clair County Circuit Judge Michael West signed off on a $16 million sale of the inn,...
New Haven festival extends Independence Day fun
The food, fun and fireworks of Independence Day will extend beyond July 4 in New Haven with the village’s annual Red, Hot and Blue Festival. This year marks the fourth year for the festival, which is free to attend. The Red, Hot and Blue Festival will start at 4 p.m. July 13 at New Haven High School, located at 57700 Gratiot Ave. in New Haven.
One year with hands-free law, Michigan drivers aren’t putting their phones down, data shows
LANSING, MI -- The fragility of life was exposed as their 44-year-old love story came to an earthly end. Had a motorist followed Michigan’s year-old law banning cell phone use while driving, the tragedy might have been avoided. Tina Yaney, a 63-year-old, churchgoing grandmother of three from Macomb Township,...
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in at least 2 Michigan counties
West Nile virus was detected in samples of mosquitoes in St. Clair and Kent counties. Infected mosquitoes can transmit the disease to humans, causing symptoms like headache, joint pains and fatigue. Individuals are advised to wear insect repellent and light-colored clothing when outdoors. As Michiganders prepare to head to beaches...
Macomb Township Center plan takes shape
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A project over two decades in the making is finally coming to fruition. Due north of the geographic center of Macomb Township, the twisting Broughton Road terminates at the grid-like beginnings of the soon-to-be Macomb Township Center, a plan to manufacture a downtown in the heart of Macomb Township.
Washington Street bridge reopens in Chesterfield Township after six-month closure
Area motorists celebrated on July 1 as the Washington Street bridge in Chesterfield Township reopened to traffic following a six-month closure. The 60-year-old bridge between Baker and 25 Mile roads underwent a complete replacement as part of the project that started in early January. The $4.4 million project also included bridge approach work on the road.
Harrison Township receives ‘clean’ audit, awards park contract
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — It was a fiscal-focused evening at the June 24 Harrison Township Board of Trustees meeting, as the board received the audit of its 2023 books and approved a contract for work at Waterfront Park. Auditing firm Rehmann was tasked with making sure the township’s finances last...
‘Lakeside always was and is about the people’
The closure of Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights after 47 years as a destination spot for shopping, eating and socialization has stirred up fond memories for many Macomb County residents. From going to see first-run movies to shopping for new seasonal wardrobes to roaming with friends through the 1.5 million...
New Baltimore City Council sets new budget, millage rates
The New Baltimore City Council has set a new budget with reduced millage rates for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. City officials are anticipating general fund revenues of nearly $10.2 million and expenditures of about $10.8 million. The roughly $670,000 difference will be pulled from the general fund’s projected fund balance of about $4.5 million.
SADs offer option for improving residential roads
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Establishing a special assessment district for residential improvements can often be a controversial issue in a community. Residents may wonder why their taxes are going up for an improvement they may not agree with. One recent example of this was the SAD paving on North Miles...
'No major snafus': Millions' worth of water infrastructure upgrades underway in St. Clair
ST. CLAIR — Two massive multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects will soon be underway in the city of St. Clair this summer — part of a yearslong push to expand water capacity in the area and timed ahead of a separate construction nearby to rebuild Range and Yankee roads into a roundabout.
Viviano says ‘The Price is Right’ at State of Macomb Township
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — “Come on down!”. While state of the community addresses tend to be dull-but-informative affairs, Macomb Township Supervisor Frank Viviano added some theatrics this year. At Dakota High School on June 14, attendees were tipped off to the unique vibe of the State of Macomb Township...
Busing changes hands in Clinton Township
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Busing won’t change a whole lot, but there will be some improvements. There may even be some familiar faces. The Richmond Lenox Emergency Medical Services Community Transit program took over Clinton Township’s Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation contract as of July 1. Medstar Ambulance previously provided the service under the contract for residents.
Imlay City Planning Commission rejects SLU
IMLAY CITY — Despite being told the opposite many times over, residents here still referred to a proposed business as a junkyard, not a recycle center. Call it what you wish, but the proposed idea of a new business in Imlay City is “dead,” in the words of one of the owners.
Music in the Meadows sets the tone for summer in Oakland Township parks
OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — The beat is on in Oakland Township parks this summer. The 17th annual Music in the Meadows series, hosted by the Oakland Township Parks and Recreation Department, kicked off June 16 and will continue to supply free Friday night concerts July 19 and Aug. 16 in township parks.
ALMONT VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 4, 2024 SYNOPSIS
President Schneider called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Councilmembers present were Dyke, Feldman, Glasser, Kuligowski, Powell, Steffler and Schneider. Staff members present were Interim Village Manager Dale Kerbyson, Clerk/Treasurer Kimberly Keesler and DPW Superintendent Bryan Treat. Approved the agenda, approved the consent agenda with corrections; approved the...
CITY OF IMLAY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JUNE 25, 2024 SYNOPSIS
Chairman Bargen called the regular meeting to order with the pledge at 6 p.m. Commissioners present: Mayor Kempf, Blount, Demske, Germayne, Lengemann. Commissioners absent: Tanis. Also present: City Manager Horton, Attorney Seibert, Zoning Administrator Hayes, Professional Planner Habben, Clerk/Treasurer Sawicki-Franz and public. Approved: Agenda; Minutes-May 28, 2024 with corrections; Financial Report-May 2024; Denied: Special Land Use 572 N Cedar Street; Approved: Public Participation Plan; Adjournment 8:10 p.m. Submitted by City Clerk/Treasurer Dawn Sawicki-Franz. Complete copies of the minutes are available in the Clerk’s office during regular business hours or at www.imlaycity.org.
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