Pontiac Breaks Ground on Five Affordable Homes Near Rotary Park

A Pontiac developer broke ground this week on five single-family homes near Rotary Park, aiming to sell them to buyers earning between 60% and 120% of the area's median income. Creek Valley Properties held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the park on Tuesday for homes planned on Walnut Street at Orchard Lake Road, with prices expected around $240,000 once they hit the market next year.

City of Flint officials step down amid mayoral, council transition

FLINT, Mich. — Several City of Flint officials announced Friday that they will be stepping down, days after the city’s mayoral and council elections. Turnover within the city was high this election, with Sixth Ward Councilwoman Tonya Burns defeating incumbent Mayor Sheldon Neeley, as well as seven new council members. Only Council President Candice Mushatt and Councilwoman LaShawn Johnson will be returning to the city council.

MI Bright Lights At Camp Dearborn Opens For Season Friday

MI Bright Lights returns this weekend to Camp Dearborn in Milford - bringing holiday magic and thousands of Christmas lights synchronized to music and special effects. There are two attractions: a drive-thru Christmas light spectacular, and a House Show. WHMI and others got a special sneak peek during MI Bright...

High School Volleyball Regional Semifinals Roundup

FLINT, Mich.-- The high school volleyball regional tournament started Tuesday night, and Mid-Michigan is well-represented at this stage of the postseason.

Southern Michigan communities turn to regional management of growing deer herds

On opposite sides of the state, Kent County, and the cities of Farmington Hills, Farmington and Southfield, have turned to regional coalitions to manage growing deer populations.

Milford healty for rematch with South Lyon

South Lyon thumped Milford 49-18 earlier in the season which used to be routine for most teams that played the Mavericks. During an eight-year stretch Milford limped along with a 10-60 record. At the time, I was doing freelance stories for the Spinal Column newspaper, and I was told by Milford administrators there was a group of stud athletes in grade school and middle school ready to take over.

Sick The Mag Practice Tree Race Series Debuts At Sick Town Hall - We’ve Got Results, the Prizes, and How You Can Get In on the Fun!

But Tom Bailey, the man behind Sick The Magazine, wasn’t ready to call the season done quite yet. With Sick Town Hall celebrating its first anniversary, and the restaurant that combines great food and drinks with an automotive and drag and drive atmosphere, Tom thought of a way to make for a fun monthly get-together for racers and enthusiasts alike at the Lake Orion location: a practice tree series. With our first of seven dates complete, we got the details, as well as the winners!

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...

WNEM Afternoon Extra: Flint mayoral transition plans

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley is laying out his plans for a smooth transition as Mayor-Elect Tonya Burns prepares to take office. Plus, Tuesday marks 51 years since the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. And Michigan prison officers uncovered a major contraband stash, renewing a push to jam cellphones behind bars.

RESCUE ROUNDUP: Since 2023 Penelope has been waiting for the right home for her

FLINT, Mich. — This week's Rescue Roundup shines the spotlight on Penelope, a five-year-old pit bull mix who is hoping her next adoption will finally give her the stability and love she deserves. The dog has been in and out of Genesee County Animal Care since 2023. After originally...

Flint residents reminded to bag yard waste as leaf clean up begins

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - Leaf clean-up has started in the city of Flint. Residents must bag the leaves from their yards and place them at the curb for collection on their scheduled waste service day. The city has shared a reminder that leaves should never be raked or blown into...

Brighton considers altering setback rules for new chicken ordinance

Brighton councilmembers are split over whether to make changes to the municipality's chicken ordinance, just nine months after approving it. Brighton City Council approved an ordinance allowing residents to keep up to six chickens for personal use with a permit in February. Commercial uses, such as selling eggs, remain prohibited. Councilmember Susan Gardner wants officials to consider reducing the required setback from ten feet to five. She said accessory structures should have a common five-foot setback, so chicken coops can later be repurposed. "In the beginning, we do compare surrounding areas," Gardner said during a meeting Nov. 10. "We consider what has worked (well) in other communities — but then when you apply it to your own community, it gives an opportunity to get some feedback or maybe have a little bit of reflection on what’s working or maybe what could be changed.” Mayor Pro-Tem Jim Bohn opposed changing the ordinance, arguing the discussion was only coming up because one resident “created his own hardship” by putting up a chicken coop before chickens were permitted. Gardner said the discussion wasn't intended to appease anyone but to consider what's best for the community. She noted councilmembers have revisited and changed other

Veterans recognized with new cars at Flint Elk Lodge

DAVISON TWP, Mich. — On the eve of Veterans Day, three veterans are receiving a gift of appreciation. Elks Lodge, in partnership with Progressive Insurance and several other organizations, hosted this year's "Keys to Progress." This celebration at Flint's Elk Lodge in Grand Blanc shows no shortage of support...

Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

Flint first responders to face off in Battle of the Badges charity game

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - Flint’s police and fire departments will take the field Saturday for a flag football game benefiting the Voices for Children Advocacy Center. The Battle of the Badges game begins at noon at the Haskell Community Center. The event will also feature a resource fair with community services and local nonprofits.

Pontiac considers ordinance targeting stray golf balls after residents report property damage

PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — Pontiac city leaders are taking action after residents who live near a golf course raised concerns about stray golf balls damaging their homes, vehicles and other property. WATCH: Pontiac considers ordinance targeting stray golf balls after residents report property damage. City Council on Tuesday held...

Wolves down Dragons, Wildcats for district title

LAKE ORION — The Wolves proudly hoisted up the MHSAA Division 1 Girls Volleyball District 8 Championship trophy after defeating foes Oxford and Lake Orion, 3-0, last week to reclaim the district championship. The Clarkston Girls Varsity Volleyball team opened the playoffs last Wednesday in the district semifinals against...

Oxford loses to Catholic Central in district final

NOVI — The Oxford varsity football team lost to the Detroit Catholic Central Shamrocks 40-27 on Friday in the MHSAA District No. 4 Final at Fr. Richard Elmer Stadium in Novi. Oxford defeated the Davison Cardinals 42-28 in the MHSAA District No. 8 Semifinal on Oct. 30 at Wildcat...

Kyle Kuzma Foundation Hosting A Free Thanksgiving Dinner In Flint

700 warm to-go meals, one per person, at the Flint Farmers Market Monday Nov 23, 1 to 4 PM. Turkey, mac and cheese, dressing, the works. No registration needed.

UWM in Pontiac Launches Bilt Neighborhood OS to Better Connect Homeowners

United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) in Pontiac today announced an expanded partnership with New York City-based Bilt, a neighborhood commerce and rewards platform, to bring Bilt Neighborhood OS to its service […] The post UWM in Pontiac Launches Bilt Neighborhood OS to Better Connect Homeowners appeared first on DBusiness Magazine .