Macomb Township Chronicle

Published July 7, 2020

Board denies request for independent IT audit

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Residents and township officials alike had questions regarding how and why certain software was installed on an employee’s workstation.

Published July 7, 2020

Online registration begins for summer programs

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — With all the back and forth on whether or not Michigan gyms can open, one thing is for certain: The Macomb Township Parks and Recreation Department plans on remaining as flexible and accommodating as possible.

Published July 7, 2020

Macomb Township veteran reflects on Korean War for 70th anniversary

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — By speaking about the Korean War, Milt Miller is doing his part to ensure it’s not forgotten. Known as the “Forgotten War,” positioned in American history between World War II and the Vietnam War, the Korean War began 70 years ago, on June 25, 1950.

Published July 7, 2020

Wish, new camper granted to local boy

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The need to get out of the house and explore may be more prevalent than ever this summer. For 7-year-old Christopher Lutzenkirchen, of Macomb Township, that means hitting the open road in a new camper.

Published July 7, 2020

Pair of Republicans seek top township position

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — With Macomb Township Supervisor Janet Dunn not seeking reelection, a new leader will be sworn into office later this year. A pair of Republicans — Mark Grabow and Frank Viviano — are on the Aug. 4 primary ballot, looking to become the next Macomb Township supervisor, a four-year term position.

Published July 6, 2020

Henry Ford Health System resumes normal surgeries and procedures

METRO DETROIT — A tumultuous period for local and national hospitals, such as Henry Ford Health System, has been learned from and is being used to advance in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published July 6, 2020

Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission applicant pool cut from thousands to 200

LANSING — On June 24, a random drawing of 200 semifinalists took place to narrow down the field of Michiganders who would like to serve on the state’s first Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission.

Published July 2, 2020

Baby chimpanzee hand-reared by Detroit Zoo staff makes debut

ROYAL OAK — On June 25, 5-month-old chimpanzee Zane made his public debut at the Detroit Zoo’s 4-acre Great Apes of Harambee habitat, never far from his adoptive mom, Trixi, 50.

Published July 2, 2020

Local credit union helps to feed children

METRO DETROIT — Lunch is on us. That was how members of Community Choice Credit Union continued its tradition of helping local school children.

Published July 1, 2020

Pediatrician group wants to see students return to school

METRO DETROIT — One group of professionals is hoping students will head back to school in the fall, despite the COVID-19 outbreak.

Published July 1, 2020

Macomb County Community Mental Health receives over $3 million in grant funding

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Community Mental Health recently received additional funding as part of a national campaign aimed to transform mental health and addiction treatment services.

Published July 1, 2020

Seven on primary ballot for Macomb prosecutor

MACOMB COUNTY — A field of seven candidates have filed for the chance to be considered for a position beleaguered by controversy after then-Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith was charged with embezzlement by a public official and conducting a criminal enterprise.

Published June 23, 2020

Political campaign signs can go up early

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Signs, signs, everywhere there’s political signs. As the Aug. 4 primary election inches closer, the Macomb Township Board of Trustees recently unanimously approved for political campaign signs to be placed earlier than usual.

Published June 23, 2020

Community reaches out to family who lost home in fire

MACOMB TOWNSHIP/GROSSE POINTE WOODS — After a fire consumed their home earlier this month, a local family is thankful for the generosity of family and friends who are helping them recover from their loss.

Published June 23, 2020

Macomb Township history photo book due out in August

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Folks will soon get a better look into the history of Macomb Township thanks to the work of an area author. A final edit of “Images of America: Macomb Township,” a book by Linda Osborne Cynowa, will happen this month. The 128-page book, produced by Arcadia Publishing, is due out Aug. 3. It includes around 220 historical photos of Macomb Township.

Published June 23, 2020

Plans laid out for Hall Road development

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Development plans are in the works for the area just north of Hall Road on the east side of Macomb Township.

Published June 23, 2020

St. Peter Macomb resumes in-person services

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Many aspects of society are slowly coming back thanks to a lower number of COVID-19 cases, churches included. At St. Peter Lutheran Church, located at 17051 24 Mile Road in Macomb Township, regularly scheduled worship services were held in-person through March 16.

Published June 23, 2020

Construction underway at future library site

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The grand opening of the new Clinton-Macomb Public Library, located on Broughton Road south of 25 Mile Road, has been pushed to late summer 2021.

Published June 23, 2020

CMPL reopens services in phases

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — For over three months, doors at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library have been closed.

Published June 23, 2020

Local lemonade stand shifts plans due to COVID-19

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — COVID-19 has brought about numerous changes across society, including changes to a lemonade stand that has benefitted Macomb County for the last decade.