Macomb Township Chronicle

Published July 23, 2019

METRO DETROIT — YMCA Camp Copneconic in Fenton is bustling with activity this week as a group of enthusiastic campers are swimming, boating, horseback riding, zip lining, hiking and more.

Published July 23, 2019

Guests get a preview of Holly Oaks ORV park

OAKLAND COUNTY — The ride starts off like any drive down a dirt road: a little bumpy and a lot dusty.

Clinton-Macomb Public Library Board of Trustees President Michael Lotito addresses the Macomb Township Board of Trustees July 10. Also pictured are Larry Neal, Amy Wille and Camille Silda, all CMPL board members.

Published July 22, 2019

Macomb Township to pay for library right of way

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Discussion continued July 10 as a request was made for Macomb Township to assume all responsibility for right of way improvements along Broughton Road in front of the new Clinton-Macomb Public Library North Branch, at a cost of over $800,000.

Published July 22, 2019

Macomb Township rec center replaces cardio equipment

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The next time you visit the Macomb Township Recreation Center, you’ll be sure to notice plenty of new equipment.

Published July 22, 2019

Macomb County Sheriff K-9s receive protective vests

MACOMB COUNTY — Five Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies are suited up to take on crime thanks to a donation from two sisters.

Published July 21, 2019

Thousands without power after storms

According to a statement on the DTE Energy website, approximately 390,000 metro Detroit residents are without power as a result of two waves of severe weather that struck the region July 19 and 20.

Published July 19, 2019

Cooling centers available in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — With the extreme heat hitting metro Detroit, Macomb County officials have released a list of local cooling centers. The cooling centers are air-conditioned public facilities where people may go for relief during temporary periods of extreme heat; these centers provide shade, water, and restrooms.

Published July 19, 2019

Recent poll shows low voter support for proposed jail in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County voters oppose a proposal to raise property taxes to fund a $371 million new jail by more than a 2-to-1 margin, according to a poll initiated by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners.

Published July 17, 2019

The Friday 5 — July 19-21

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published July 16, 2019

Give your old furniture a good new home

PONTIAC — The Pontiac-based nonprofit Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan provides families with basic pieces of furniture.

Published July 16, 2019

Learning to drive in the 21st century

METRO DETROIT — Smartphones, navigation systems, touch-screen music controls and more: It seems that teens learning to drive these days have more distractions than ever to filter out while they concentrate on the task at hand.

Published July 16, 2019

Head games: How football is striving to make the sport safer

METRO DETROIT — Concussions and head injuries have long been a part of football, but over the years, more information and increased education have been key to improving the overall safety of the game.

Published July 15, 2019

Board approves request to create HR manager position in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — In a 4-3 vote, Macomb Township is proceeding with recruiting a candidate for the position of human resources manager.

Jamel Bentley’s July 10 sentencing was adjourned to Oct. 31. He was released from jail in April and is expected to testify at Nicholas Riddle’s trial in October.

Published July 15, 2019

Sentencing delayed for murder trial in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Three months after his release from jail, Jamel Bentley’s sentencing has been pushed back.

Published July 15, 2019

Kickback contractor’s sentencing rescheduled in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Much like a plea hearing from June in federal court for a former trustee, sentencing for a local contractor has been delayed.

Dr. Patricia Kennedy died June 30 at the age of 69. She worked in Chippewa Valley Schools and served as superintendent from 1998-2004.

Published July 15, 2019

Former Chippewa Valley Schools superintendent dies

MACOMB/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Dr. Patricia Kennedy, who served as Chippewa Valley Schools superintendent from 1998-2004, died June 30 at the age of 69.

Published July 15, 2019

SCOTUS gerrymandering ruling likely to have ripple effect

METRO DETROIT — A 5-4 U.S. Supreme Court decision on June 27 is likely to impact the redistricting timeline in Michigan.

Published July 12, 2019

Grant to fund land use study around Selfridge Air National Guard Base

MACOMB COUNTY — A recently received federal grant will give Macomb County officials the ability to fund a study to determine future land use opportunities around Selfridge Air National Guard Base — opportunities that would benefit both the base and its neighboring communities.