City Manager Joe Bippus said the funding will come from the city’s hazardous structures line item, which currently has available resources. Commissioners approved a spending cap of $15,000 for the acquisitions.
The lone action item currently on the docket is the proposed purchase of real estate in the form of three tax delinquent properties up for auction by the county.
El-Sayed, a Rhodes Scholar and former health director for both the City of Detroit and Wayne County, emphasized his deep roots in medicine and public service. He is seeking Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat following incumbent U.S. Sen. Gary Peters' (D-Bloomfield Twp.) announcement that he would not seek re-election in 2026.
Instead of the traditional paper forms, recipients will now receive a postcard with instructions to complete a questionnaire online. For those without internet or smartphone access, assistance is available by calling the Clerk/Register’s Office at (269) 445-4464.
With PFAS levels expected to decline, the city eyes business growth and reduced pollution.
A 26-year-old Sturgis man was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents around 6 a.m. Wednesday near Mendon, according to a member of a Sturgis-based advocacy group.
As the busy holiday weekend approaches, officials are reminding residents and visitors to prioritize water safety while enjoying local rivers and lakes
Communities across St. Joseph County are preparing for a festive Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, music, and family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the area this week.
Dream of Kalamazoo Foundation, led by Lalonie Willhite, gives free access to culturally appropriate hair care for youth in foster care. The Foundation calls on one of its six partner salons and barbershops in the area to fulfill the need, contributing to economic growth while also fulfilling its core mission of giving back.
The suspect was located and taken into custody without further incident, while additional individuals connected to the case were also arrested at the scene.
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