Ham at room temp, spoiled chicken. What Eaton County inspectors found

CHARLOTTE — When county health inspectors visit local restaurants, they document problems that need addressing to meet standards set by Michigan food codes and law. The most serious problems are considered priority violations, which present potential health hazards and should be corrected immediately. Priority foundation violations do not present immediate health hazards but should be corrected in a timely manner. Consequently, follow-up inspections and reports may be generated. In most cases, violations are corrected, and this information isn't an indication that violations at any establishment are an ongoing issue. Here are the most serious violations found in Eaton County restaurants and eating establishments for October Three priority violations and two priority foundation violations were found at: KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot, 5924 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing There were temperature issues with miso soup and seafood sauce. Several containers of cut leafy greens such aslettuce, bok choy, cabbage, spinach, and items such as corn cobs and cooked taro root were sitting out in a prep area at room temperature, ranging between 53 and 60 degrees, instead of 41 degrees and below. "A plastic serving container used to hold cocktail garnishes such as cut limes and oranges was observed being stored

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16 dining spots in Eaton County had perfect inspections in October

CHARLOTTE — Sixteen eating establishment in Eaton County received no violations during routine inspections in October. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department inspects a variety of local establishments to identify issues that could contribute to the spread of foodborne illness and to ensure their general cleanliness and maintenance. Here are the establishments with no violations during routine inspections. Arby's, 8445 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing Beagle Middle School Cafe, 600 W. South St., Grand Ledge BrickHaven Brewing Company, 200 E. Jefferson St., East Lansing Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 7501 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing Creative Dining Services at Farm Bureau Insurance, 7373 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing Delta Center Elementary School, 305 S. Canal Road, Lansing Fern Persons Elementary School, 4425 W. Butterfield Hwy., Olivet Island City Academy, 6421 S. Clinton Trail, Eaton Rapids Lockwood Elementary School, 810 Greyhound Drive, Eaton Rapids Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School, 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville McDonald's, 285 E. Lansing Road, Potterville Olivet Middle School, 255 First St., Olivet Pizza Hut, 600 E. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing Taco Bell, 660 Lansing Road, Charlotte Washington School food service, 525 High St., Charlotte Wingstop, 5857 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing Contact editor Susan Vela at svela@lsj.com or 248-873-7044. Follow her on Twitter

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We asked, you answered. Livingston County's best soup spot is ...

Livingston County has named the best local spot for a bowl of soup, according to a poll from The Daily. Colasanti's Express took home first place, with 18.5% of the vote in the poll ending Nov. 2. The express gourmet grocery store opened at 5580 E. Grand River Ave. in Genoa Township in May. Colasanti's offers options for on-the-go soup lovers, with six flavors available daily. A typical staple is chicken noodle soup, while other popular flavors include broccoli cheddar and lobster bisque. Brighton Bar and Grill and The Ivy Table tied for second place with 15.4%. Jonna's Market in Howell took home third place, with 12.4%. More: Howell has enthusiastic response to opening of 'express' Colasanti's Other nominees that received votes include The Crunchy Pickle (7.7%), Label Kitchen + Bar (1.6%), Stillwater Grill (3.1%), Hamburg Pub (1.6%), Sunrise Family Diner (6.2%), Simply Fresh Market (7.7%), Howell Coney Island (1.6%) and George's Family Restaurant (9.3%). — Contact reporter Makayla Coffee at mcoffee@livingstondaily.com . This article originally appeared on Livingston Daily: We asked, you answered. Livingston County's best soup spot is ...

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