Clayton, MI

JACKSON COUNTY, MI -- Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Jerry Jarzynka has found that a police officer acted in self-defense when he fatally shot a man in March. Erik Poul Moller Nielsen, 36, was shot and killed by a Columbia Township Police Department officer on the morning of March 31. Details...

Bob's Discount Furniture celebrated the opening of its new store in Summit Township with a ribbon-cutting Friday morning. Officials also marked the occasion by presenting a $2,500 check to the Veterans Miracle Center of Erie and another for the same amount to the Children's Advocacy Center of Erie. The 25,000-square-foot...

JACKSON COUNTY, Mich. (WLNS) — Jackson County Prosecutor Jerry Jarzynka has released a statement saying an officer was justified in shooting and killing a man in March. Erik Poul Moller Nielsen, 36, of Brooklyn, Michigan passed away in Columbia Twp. on March 31, after being shot in an incident that involved an officer from the […]

Jackson native Khari Willis worked his way up the sports ladder all the way to being a starter in the National Football League. But, he decided to retire from the NFL to pursue a career in ministry.

JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - A Jackson man is facing life in prison after being convicted of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree, Unlawful Imprisonment and other crimes. Jackson County Prosecutor Jerry Jarzynka confirmed Thursday that a jury returned a guilty verdict for those charges, as well as for Interfering with Electronic Communications, for Najee Thompson, 24, from Jackson.

A regional furniture chain has planted its roots in Summit Township. Bob’s Discount Furniture and Mattress Store opened on Peach Street Friday, marking the chain’s 161st store nationwide. The store is located at 6680 Peach St. During the store’s opening ceremony, two $2,500 checks were presented to the Children’s Advocacy Center and to the Veterans […]

Onsted, MI – With the 4th of July weekend upon us, there are many options Lenawee County residents have to enjoy fireworks. There are multiple shows planned for the Onsted area, as explained by Ron Bailey on a recent Onsted Online program…. WLEN has a complete list of area...

JACKSON, Mich. (WLNS)—“When I walked out of the hospice home I was walking down the side walk and this bird almost flew right into me and I remember just thinking like maybe that’s Carter kind of showing me he’s flying now,” said Sierra Carter. It’s a story of love, loss and healing. For mom Sierra […]

ANN ARBOR, MI - A contested Democratic primary will decide who runs in November for a chance to represent a newly-drawn Michigan Senate district stretching from Ann Arbor to Jackson. Fittingly, the three candidates on the ballot in the new 14th Michigan Senate district primary on Aug. 2 trace the...

Swanton Welding and Machining is in need of loyal, dedicated, and. hardworking employees. They are hiring experienced welders and Fabricators. for both facilities, Swanton & Wauseon. They are also hiring general. laborers for their Wauseon facility. Positions available are full-time,. first shift with competitive pay, and an excellent benefits package....

Ogma Brewing is providing another venue for live music in Jackson to complement its outstanding beers and food.

COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WILX) - A police officer involved in a fatal shooting in March will not face charges. Ben Hovarter, an officer with the Columbia Township Police Department, was placed on leave after fatally shooting a 36-year-old man. According to authorities, the shooting occurred March 31 in the early...

Swanton elected to go with familiarity and experience when picking its next football coach to replace Denton Saunders, who stepped down in January. Taking over the reins is Eric Keller, a 1978 Swanton High School graduate and former longtime head coach at Sylvania Northview. “Coach Keller brings over 30 years...

Theft, 2700 block Scarlet Oak Drive, 5200 block Monroe Street. Breaking and entering and theft, 6400 block Bancroft Street. Robbery and assault, 7700 block West Central Avenue. Saturday, June 18. Theft, 6700 block West Central Avenue. Monday, June 20. Theft, 2700 block Micham Road. Tuesday, June 2 1. Motor vehicle...

JACKSON, MI – A “haunted house” that likely will live on forever in Jackson legend and lore is no more. The home at 820 Maltby St., whose spooky happenings brought national attention to town in the early 1960s, met the wrecking ball in early June. Vacant for...

Hillsdale College on Thursday named R.P. White as the new head coach for track and field. White is a Hillsdale native and a graduate of Hillsdale High School. He has been an assistant coach for the Chargers’ cross country and track programs for more than a decade. He started as an assistant coach under then-head coach Jeff Forino in 2011.

Creedence Revived, a premier CCR Tribute Band, will be live at Sauder Village on Friday, July 29. Tickets are now on sale for this special evening event on the 1920s Main Street at Sauder Village. “We’re excited to have live music back at Sauder Village with a spectacular concert featuring...

A Michigan county has shelved plans to build a nearly $90 million sports complex, largely with taxpayer dollars, after unfavorable news coverage and pushback from the local communities. Lenawee County’s Project Phoenix was the proposed recreation and events center in Tecumseh, Michigan. According to the Adrian Daily Telegram, “County...

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