Lapeer County family creates Pig City

Family-owned Rooted in Love and Sanctuary Seeded in Faith Farm, in Lapeer County has a vision to create what they lovingly have named “Pig City”. It will consist of 25 individual pens, and currently about three-fourths of the project has already been completed. Melissa Nun, (founder of Rooted...

The Massive Flea Market In Michigan That Bargain Hunters Say Is Better Than Costco

Most Saturday mornings in Michigan are perfectly fine, but a Saturday morning at the Armada Flea Market in Richmond is something else entirely. It’s the kind of morning you actually look forward to on a Tuesday. Here’s the thing about big box stores that nobody really wants to say...

St. Clair County roadwork will bring closures, delays

Drivers across St. Clair County should prepare for road closures, lane restrictions and construction projects in several townships beginning Nov. 9, according to the St. Clair County Road Commission. All work is weather dependent and includes bridge replacements, shoulder widening, ditching, asphalt repairs and other road improvements. Roadwork by township Brockway Township: Emmett Road between Wilkes Road and Oatman Road will have a one-lane closure for asphalt patchwork beginning Nov. 9. China Township: St. Clair Highway between King Road and Hathaway Street will have intermittent lane closures for hot rubber application beginning Nov. 9. Columbus Township: Palms Road between Kendall Road and Rattle Run Road will remain closed to all traffic through Dec. 4 for bridge replacement work. A detour is posted. Clyde Township: Brott Road between Imlay City Road and Abbottsford Road will have daytime lane closures for shoulder widening through mid-November. Emmett Township: Burt Road between Sheridan Road and Eagling Road will have intermittent lane closures for a ditching project beginning Nov. 9. Breen Road between Bryce Road and Imlay City Road will have a one-day full closure for a crossroad culvert replacement beginning Nov. 9. Fort Gratiot Township: Krafft Road between State Road and Parker Road is

Michigan township could rezone 1,400 acres. Is a data center coming?

MACOMB COUNTY, MI - A rural Michigan township divided by an elusive data center project has received a request to rezone some 1,400 acres, but officials won’t provide details and the company behind it remains silent. Lenox Township, located in Macomb County north of Detroit, published a one-page public...

With Old Buildings and "Suckerfest", Adair Keeps a Smalltown Feel

The town of Adair in St. Clair County is an oft-ignored little town that deserves recognition once in a while...so here we go...

Flint's fire chief, city administrator & chief of staff all resign

FLINT, Mich. - Several leaders in the City of Flint's administration have announced their resignations. This comes just days after the results of the November election showed that Tonya Burns will become the City's next mayor. The City of Flint first confirmed that Police Chief Terence Green would be retiring.

Repairs for 'deteriorating' bridge over Flint River set to begin in 2027

FLINT, Mich. — Large portions of a “badly deteriorated” bridge over the Flint River are set to be replaced in a roughly $2.9 million reconstruction project starting in 2027. Members of the Flint City Council voted 6-0 at their Oct. 21, 2026, meeting to approve a $2,902,634...

Abdul El-Sayed calls Metro Detroit shawarma spot the best. Its owner was moved to tears

Michigan’s senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has a strong opinion about where to find the best shawarma in Metro Detroit. And for one restaurant owner, his endorsement was enough to bring him to tears. “If you want the best shawarma of your life, it’s called Amo Sami’s,” El-Sayed said during a...

Where to honor and celebrate Veterans Day around metro Detroit in 2026

For Southeast Michigan families, Veterans Day is an inspiring time to pause and show appreciation for the men and women who have served in our armed forces. Teaching children the importance of honor, civic responsibility, and local history comes alive every November as communities across Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties host engaging parades, educational programs, and public ceremonies.

Genesee County Drivers Can't Catch a Break on Elms Road

Just when you thought Elms Road couldn't get any worse! Another closure starts today, and the bridge project is now stretching into 2027. Here's what drivers need to know.

LakeVille offers safe recreational space for the community

The track located at the main campus of LakeVille Community Schools in Otisville, is now re-open to the public. Access to the complex had been limited to school related sports and practices for several years, but Superintendent Dr. James Yake told the Tribune that it is now available to the community once more. “We want the district to be a place where the community is welcome. I know in a community like ours, there are limited places for residents to safely exercise. As long as we can continue to maintain a safe environment for our students, we would like to explore other opportunities to support the community. We want to be a place where the community feels like they belong,” Yake expressed.

Beloved Mexican tradition in Oakland County Friday with dancing, crafts and food

Centro Multicultural La Familia will host a Día de Muertos celebration in downtown Pontiac. Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a 3,000-year-old tradition of remembering loved ones who have died. This year’s theme highlights the stories and experiences of people who crossed borders and desertscapes.

Bealls Expanding Into Genesee County With New Clio Store

Bealls is opening its first Genesee County location, giving local shoppers another place to shop for clothing, home goods, and more. This comes just one month after another Bealls store opened its doors in nearby Owosso. Additional Michigan Bealls locations include Coldwater, Sturgis, and Charlotte. I had never even heard...

WNEM Afternoon Extra: Several Flint city officials resigning

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Multiple Flint officials have submitted resignation letters and the police chief is retiring. Plus, drivers in Saginaw are just weeks away from getting a major route back. And the state is issuing a warning to residents about Medicare scams. Subscribe to the WNEM TV5 newsletter and...

New Commuter Rail Greenlit, Sordid Federal Workplace Abuse Exposed and Detroit Lions’ Jack Campbell Walks Again: Detroit’s Week In Review

From highway alternatives to workplace protections, Michigan faces critical infrastructural and ethical debates. As planners push to open passenger commuter rail between Detroit and Macomb County, a graphic civil rights lawsuit rocks local corporate staffing offices, independent pharmacies battle reimbursement crises, and the football world breathes a sigh of relief over Jack Campbell.

Humane Society of Genesee County and Millennial Ink host tattoo fundraiser

GRAND BLANC TWP, Mich. — A local tattoo shop is raising money to take care of animals while giving visitors a chance to get some fresh ink. Millennial Ink in Grand Blanc Township hosted their annual flash tattoo sale with some of the proceeds. Attendees had the chance to...

Brothers who ran every street in Pontiac got a heroes’ welcome downtown

Aaron and Jared Barnett covered every mile of the city's 766 streets and earned keys to the city and a day named in their honor.

Veterans Honor Run in Burton

Flint mayor-elect Burns to take office Dec. 1 as top officials exit City Hall

FLINT, Mich. - Changes are coming to Flint City Hall as Mayor-elect Tonya Burns prepares to take office Dec. 1, with a ceremonial swearing-in scheduled for Nov. 24. Ahead of the transition, four key members of Mayor Sheldon Neeley’s administration have announced plans to leave their posts. Flint Police Chief Terence Green, Fire Chief Theron Wiggins, City Administrator Clyde Edwards and Chief of Staff Ed Taylor have tendered resignations effective Nov. 30.

Michigan Data Centers: The Weekly Download

MLive’s Lucas Smolcic Larson reports that Lenox Township is fielding a request to rezone 1,400 acres in the Macomb County Community. While the request does not specify what type of development the land would be used for, the application comes from Lenox & Chesterfield Development Alliance, LLC. In previous letters to the township supervisor, attorneys […]