Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Published December 16, 2020

Virtual ceremony highlights MCC’s graduates

MACOMB COUNTY — This past fall was a much different experience for Macomb Community College students.

Volunteer Tarring Lim rings the bell seeking donations for the Salvation Army at the Kroger on Nine Mile Road in St. Clair Shores.

Published December 15, 2020

Pay it forward: A guide to safely donating this holiday season

METRO DETROIT — ’Tis the season for gift giving and a little extra generosity. As people begin to gather gifts and prepare to spread some holiday cheer, they may be wondering how they can help someone less fortunate this year

Published December 15, 2020

Man who jumped into Clinton River sentenced

MOUNT CLEMONS — A man who led police on a chase through Mount Clemens before jumping in the Clinton River has been sentenced.

Published December 15, 2020

A look back at top stories in Clinton Twp., Harrison Twp., Mount Clemens

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/HARRISON TOWNSHIP/MOUNT CLEMENS — This year will undoubtedly at the local level, and the rest of the world, be known for COVID-19.

Published December 15, 2020

Community leaders reflect on positives of the year as 2020 ends

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/HARRISON TOWNSHIP/MOUNT CLEMENS — While the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t over, 2020 nearly is.

Published December 15, 2020

Macomb County moves COVID-19 testing site to Gratiot

MACOMB COUNTY — On Dec. 14, Macomb County began utilizing an empty building to provide a centralized site for COVID-19 testing.

Published December 14, 2020

Oakland County installs 10 freezers after FDA clears Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Food and Drug Administration authorized Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use Dec. 11, paving the way for an initial shipment of about 2.9 million doses of the vaccine to be distributed in the U.S. over the next week.

Published December 8, 2020

Less money, more time helps make the season bright during COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Families are being asked to celebrate the holiday season in a more intimate way as they stay at home amid COVID-19, making this the perfect year to start new traditions and make lasting memories together.

Published December 8, 2020

Clinton Township, Mount Clemens have friendly challenge to collect toys for children

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MOUNT CLEMENS — Clinton Township Supervisor Bob Cannon and Mount Clemens Mayor Laura Kropp are officially part of a friendly challenge to see which municipality can collect the most toys for the Marine Toys for Tots Program.

Published December 8, 2020

As opioid numbers rise, virtual town hall sheds light on work done behind scenes

MACOMB COUNTY — As numbers looked like they were on the downturn, opioid use experienced an uptick during the chaos of what has been 2020.

Published December 8, 2020

Holiday light shows make season bright amid COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Families across the country are being asked to stay home to help curb COVID-19. But as we’ve all experienced by now, too much together time can easily dampen the Christmas spirit.

Published December 8, 2020

Avoid getting scammed when shopping from home this season

METRO DETROIT — With Michiganders following state guidelines to stay home, wear masks and limit social interactions, online shopping is perhaps more popular than ever this holiday season.

Published December 7, 2020

Music venues, musicians try to get by during pandemic

METRO DETROIT — Kicking back with a cold brew while watching live music at your favorite watering hole basically has been put on hold since March.

Published December 4, 2020

Schools face substitute teacher, support staff shortage amid COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Educating students in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic has been an ongoing challenge.

Published December 3, 2020

Fire marshals offer Christmas safety prevention tips

MACOMB COUNTY — Christmas is fast approaching, encouraging four Macomb County fire marshals to collaborate and provide the public with useful fire safety tips.

Published December 3, 2020

Selfridge, Sterling Heights not selected for Space Command headquarters

MACOMB COUNTY — Until recently, Macomb County’s hometown air base was in the running for U.S. Space Command headquarters.

Published December 3, 2020

L’Anse Creuse High School adjusts to remote learning

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — In a year of uncertainty and transitions, change was once again on display recently.

Published December 3, 2020

Community mourns longtime pastor

MOUNT CLEMENS — A man who played a large role in the lives of school children and parishioners throughout the area is being mourned by thousands after passing away on Thanksgiving Day.