Macomb Township Chronicle

The fifth annual Friends of Macomb Township golf outing will take place Aug. 26 at Sycamore Hills Golf Club. Seen here are Friends of Macomb Township board members at last year’s outing.

Published August 6, 2019

‘Friends’ golf outing to tee off Aug. 26

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — An upcoming golf outing is all about bringing folks together.

A map identifying the density of phragmites across Michigan shows that southeast Michigan is more negatively affected than any other region.

Published August 6, 2019

Phragmites affect southeast Michigan more than anywhere else

METRO DETROIT — A new federal grant aims to remove invasive phragmites in southeast Michigan, notably in Macomb County, and to control their spread.

Published August 6, 2019

Local kids reach reading milestone

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — In the fall of 2015, all three branches of the Clinton-Macomb Public Library — located in Clinton and Macomb townships — used a national initiative called “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” to spur creativity and imagination in children up to age 5.

Published August 2, 2019

Man sentenced for poisoning wife’s coffee in Macomb Township

MOUNT CLEMENS – A man who prosecutors say intentionally tampered with his wife’s coffee has learned his fate.

Published July 31, 2019

The Friday 5 — Aug. 2-4

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published July 31, 2019

How to pass the time when temporarily homebound

METRO DETROIT — People recovering from surgery, an injury or illness at home know they have to take it easy, rest and follow their doctor’s orders in order to heal.

The MyFitnessPal app is one of several that nutritionists recommend to help clients find accountability in their diet. Some apps have the ability to scan bar codes and instantly upload the items’ nutrition information for accurate tracking.

Published July 31, 2019

Make the most of your ‘app’etite

METRO DETROIT — By the time we’ve grown into adults, we should probably have figured out how to properly nourish our bodies and eat right.

Published July 31, 2019

Painful memories, concerns persist 5 years after 2014 flood

METRO DETROIT — As the five-year anniversary of the devastating Aug. 11, 2014, flood nears, we take a look back at the initial panic, mounting loss and long-lasting damage.

A motion to approve a legal invoice from Nemeth Law P.C. passed 5-2 July 24. The issue regarded services for an employee investigation.

Published July 29, 2019

Macomb Township board approves paying legal invoice

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — For the second time in as many months, a legal invoice was up for debate.

A resolution to postpone the adoption of ballot language for a new Macomb County Jail passed, which means the Macomb County Board of Commissioners will consider putting the jail proposal on a 2020 ballot. Pictured previously, Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham speaks to the BOC.

Published July 29, 2019

Macomb County board postpones adoption of ballot language for new jail

MACOMB COUNTY — The plan for a new Macomb County Jail was further examined by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners earlier this month.

Published July 29, 2019

Construction continues at Chippewa Valley Schools

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Development is ongoing at Chippewa Valley Schools this summer.

Published July 29, 2019

Macomb Township firefighter honored

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — State Sen. Michael MacDonald recognized Macomb Township Firefighter Joe Warne for 10 years of service at the July 24 Board of Trustees meeting.

Published July 29, 2019

Macomb County task force hosts first law enforcement training

MOUNT CLEMENS — Two months after its inception, a Macomb County task force held its first law enforcement training.

In July, Kevin Koskos, center, began work as Dakota High School principal. He is pictured with Chippewa Valley Schools Superintendent Ron Roberts and Chippewa Valley Schools Board of Education President Beth Pyden.

Published July 29, 2019

Dakota welcomes new principal

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — July 1 marked a new chapter in Kevin Koskos’ education career.

Published July 29, 2019

Recreational marijuana: Do’s and dont’s

LANSING — In November 2018, nearly 56% of voters approved a ballot proposal that would regulate marijuana like alcohol. Now, the state is finally offering both business owners and residents a glimpse of what they can expect once adult recreational use licenses become official.

Published July 26, 2019

Fash Bash fundraiser will style the DIA

DETROIT — Soft camel-colored hues, winter whites and mixed versions of animal prints will set the tone in this year’s Fash Bash fashion show that will dress up The Detroit Institute of Arts Aug. 15.

Published July 25, 2019

Behind the Wheel: 1969 Pontiac LeMans still going strong after 50 years

How much do you remember about your first car?

Published July 24, 2019

The Friday 5 — July 26-28

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published July 24, 2019

Be part of the pollution solution

METRO DETROIT — The Great Lakes are home to many fascinating creatures, but local environmentalists are warning against the invasion of a new beast: microplastic.

Published July 24, 2019

How to protect your house when you’re not at home

METRO DETROIT — Outside of the tiny moments this year when the summer hasn’t been hit with heavy rainfall, residents might be finding some time to go on vacation.