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Livingston County restaurant inspections: Dairy, salad coolers not cool enough
HOWELL — Each month, the Livingston County Health Department inspects restaurants, schools and other facilities for unsafe food practices. Good food safety practices are critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. The Daily publishes reports on "priority" violations — ones that could "directly lead to contamination of food or increase the risk of transmitting a foodborne illness,” as well as corrective measures taken. All reports are available at swordsolutions.com/inspections.
After last-minute run, Bezotte has been disqualified from the ballot
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Republican State Rep. Bob Bezotte has been disqualified from the August ballot following a May 3 decision from the Livingston County Clerk. In a letter to Bezotte, Clerk Elizabeth Hundley said he didn't provide evidence the address listed on his Affidavit of Identity was accurate. Hundley...
Oops. Shaq's Big Chicken is coming to Hartland, not Highland
HARTLAND TWP. — Southeast Michiganders are excited to try Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken, but restaurant officials have announced a location snafu. Instead of coming to Highland Township, as announced in December, the eatery will open at 10500 Highland Road in Hartland Township. An original announcement used the 1050 Highland...
New City Of Howell Police Chief & Deputy Sworn-In
The new Howell Police Chief and Deputy Chief were officially sworn-in at Monday night’s Howell City Council meeting. Police Chief Mike Dunn and Deputy Chief Matt Kelleher were both administered the Oath of Office and had their new badges pinned on by loved ones. Dunn previously served as the...
World premiere of Brighton native's 'Sweetheart' coming to Historic Howell Theater
HOWELL — The world premiere of a film made by a Brighton native is coming to Howell. The premiere of “Sweetheart” is set for Saturday, June 1, at the Historic Howell Theater, 315 E. Grand River Ave. The event begins at 5 p.m. with a red-carpet meet-and-greet with the cast and crew — followed by the first screening of the film, a cast talk-back and prizes. The event ends at 10 p.m.
Hartland Community Schools offers thousands in bus driver bonuses
HARTLAND TWP. — Hartland Community Schools needs bus drivers badly. The district has full-time driver positions open, plus part-time substitute positions. Candidates only available mornings or afternoons are welcome to apply. Fully licensed or trained drivers filling a regular route will receive a $5,000 bonus. Fully licensed or trained...
Softball Game Preview: Linden Leaves Home
Linden is 10-0 against Swartz Creek since April of 2016, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Linden Eagles will be staying on the road to face off against the Swartz Creek Dragons at 4:00 p.m. Linden will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last.
Law-themed brewery opens in Owosso
OWOSSO, Mich. (WJRT) - A new brewery in Owosso held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, celebrating its grand opening. Barrister Brewing Company is a law-themed brew house. There are five owners altogether, and some of them worked together in local law offices, leading to the name. One of the owners...
Fowlerville Schools hires new recreation director to oversee youth sports
FOWLERVILLE — Fowlerville Community Schools has a new recreation director. Greg Goffee remembers competing against Gladiator teams while growing up in Dexter. Seven years after a collegiate baseball career at Alma College, Goffee now lives in Howell, and is roommates and close friends with new varsity baseball coach Matt Minaudo.
Where to find your new furry friend in Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Spring is a time of new beginnings, and Livingston County makes it easy for that new beginning to be a new pet. The county’s many rescue organizations promote an “adopt, don’t shop” policy, with relatively affordability and the comfort that comes with providing an animal a loving home.
AI device supporting healthcare workers in Owosso
OWOSSO, Mich. (WILX)—Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to support professionals in many fields. Memorial Healthcare in Owosso is being used to help staff members during a nationwide hospital staffing shortage. 4 in 10 nurses in Michigan are thinking about quitting their jobs in the next year. Along with...
Flushing Community Schools improvement bond proposal on ballot Tuesday
FLUSHING, Mich.—Residents in Flushing will have the chance to vote on a school improvement bond proposal on Tuesday. The proposed bond seeks to allocate funds to six key areas identified as priorities for the district. The priority is safety and security upgrades, which include additional security cameras, upgraded alarm...
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