Livingston, MI

Nik Rajkovic / news@whmi.com Salvation Army of Livingston County is recruiting bell ringers for the upcoming holiday season. "We are looking for people that are willing to either volunteer, or we do have paid positions available as well, but willing to stand at a kettle for two hours or longer, to ring bells and help us raise much-needed funds that we need to continue to help this community," said Capt. Robert Leach. Times are tough for a lot of people due to sky high prices at the gas pump

Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.com An event this weekend offers support, resources, and connection for families navigating substance-related loss. The Drug Enforcement Administration Detroit Field Division invites families and loved ones affected by fentanyl or other substance-related loss to the Family Summit for Prevention. It’s this Saturday at the Michigan Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit. As a part of the Detroit Division’s Operation Engage community outreach initiative,

Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.com Two incumbents retained their seats on the Huron Valley Schools Board of Education in Tuesday’s General Election. Denise Pistana and Tom Wiseman both won re-election. With more than 34,000 votes cast, both incumbents will continue serving the Huron Valley Schools community. Pistana said “I’m grateful to the community for its continued trust and support. I remain passionate about public education and committed to ensuring all Huron Valley stud

Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.com The Wixom Police Department has a new chief, who has long served the community. Deputy Chief Dean Caldwell was promoted to the chief position. Caldwell served in the U.S. Army before serving the Wixom Police Department for the past 19 years. Caldwell started as a police service aide in 2007 and moved up in the ranks over the years. He was promoted to the rank of sergeant “due to his constant professionalism and steadfast leadership”. Caldwe

Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.com The future of road funding in Handy Township will be a forthcoming topic of discussion following Tuesday’s General Election. Voters defeated a road millage with 62% of the vote - 2,429 “no” votes to 1,467. The proposal was for 1-mill for four years, which would have generated around $471,000 in the first year. Supervisor Linda Hinton told WHMI News “It’s disappointing. In the history of Handy Township, from my understanding, it

Nik Rajkovic / news@whmi.com In recognition of Homeless Awareness Month this November, the Livingston County Homeless Continuum of Care of the Human Services Collaborative Body is hosting several events and activities, aimed to reduce the stigma of individuals experiencing homelessness. “We are shifting from awareness to action, ensuring that everyone in our community knows they are not alone and that support is available." states Candice Olrich, Chair of the Livingston County Homeless C

Nik Rajkovic / news@whmi.com Brighton Area Schools' Superintendent Matt Outlaw issued the following statement after voters approved the district's $90.2 million bond proposal Tuesday: On behalf of Brighton Area Schools, I want to extend my sincere thanks to the Brighton community for its support of our bond proposal. This outcome reflects a community that cares deeply about its schools, its students, and the future of Brighton. We recognize the decision to invest in our schools is an importan

Nik Rajkovic / news@whmi.com Howell Public Schools is thanking voters for passing the district's non-homestead operating millage renewal Tuesday: "Howell Public Schools is grateful for the support of district residents in approving both the non-homestead operating millage renewal and restoration proposals in the Nov. 3 election. Approval of the renewal allows the district to continue levying the 18-mill non-homestead operating millage beyond the expiration of the current authorization in 2027.

Jessica Mathews / Associated Press / News@whmi.com WASHINGTON (AP) — Progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation’s most important swing states. El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, will become the nation’s first Muslim senator. A former public health official who has never held elected office, he ro

Gift card/toy collection runs through December 18 LACASA Center is kicking off its annual Starry Night Toy Drive. The community is invited to donate gift cards and new, unwrapped toys and gifts to help bring holiday joy to local children and teens. Each year, LACASA provides holiday gifts for dozens of children whose families have been impacted by child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual violence. Donations are shared with families receiving LACASA services and distributed during the