Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Published December 27, 2019

Looking back on 2019 in Fraser, Clinton Township

FRASER/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Crime, community and commerce dominated the news this past year in Clinton Township and Fraser. Here’s a recap of what made headlines locally in 2019.

Families Against Narcotics Executive Director Linda Davis, right, hugs Erin Whitkopf, data coordinator at Hope Not Handcuffs, during the program’s two-year celebration Feb. 1 at Christ Church in Fraser. Davis was recently honored for FAN’S work with the rural community in the state.

Published December 27, 2019

FAN executive director earns honor for work in rural areas

FRASER — Linda Davis, executive director of Families Against Narcotics, was recently honored as a “community star” by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health, or NOSORH.

Published December 27, 2019

Doctors offer advice for flu season

METRO DETROIT — The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it also is flu season. Some basic tips can help people avoid the flu so that they can keep their new year a happy one.

Published December 27, 2019

Oakland County communities crack down on Southfield Road speeding

METRO DETROIT — They see you when you’re speeding. They know when you’re unsafe. Earlier this month, the communities of Southfield, Lathrup Village and Beverly Hills teamed up to reduce speeding on Southfield Road.

Published December 25, 2019

Not home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — The price of freedom is paid with the blood of those who serve. Our safety and security come at a cost also measured in distance and time away from loved ones. Those who step forward to serve in the military pay the bill for the rest of us.

Published December 25, 2019

Get motivated to get fit with a wearable device

METRO DETROIT — Carolyn Wilson, of St. Clair Shores, got her first activity tracker three years ago — a Fitbit.

Published December 23, 2019

Inclusive playground process begins in Clinton Township

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A plan for an inclusive playground is officially in motion in Clinton Township.

Published December 23, 2019

Clinton Township Kiwanis Club donates $10K toward township’s K-9 unit

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton Township Police Department recently received some big bucks toward its K-9 program.

Published December 23, 2019

Lawsuit filed against Clinton Township, clerk regarding pro-marijuana ballot initiative

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MOUNT CLEMENS — A lawsuit has been filed against Clinton Township and its clerk, Kim Meltzer, in relation to a recently-approved pro-marijuana ballot initiative that is on track to be on the March 2020 ballot.

Published December 20, 2019

Musician Jack Scott remembered for rockabilly groove

METRO DETROIT — A steady stream of tributes have circulated social media since Dec. 12, when news of musician Jack Scott’s passing was announced.

Published December 19, 2019

Sheriff’s Office gives away gift cards for Christmas

MACOMB COUNTY — Instead of issuing traffic tickets, members of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office recently handed out Christmas cheer in the form of gift cards.

Published December 19, 2019

Ballot initiative for new jail expected in August

MACOMB COUNTY — Discussion continued recently regarding a new county jail.

Published December 19, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 20-22

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 18, 2019

Consider indoor air quality when decking the halls

METRO DETROIT — Anticipation for the holidays begins with the ramping up of holiday decorations, bringing ornaments and trimmings out of storage, and erecting fresh or artificial trees.