Waterford holds first virtual state of the township address
Spartan Newsroom Reporter Miriam Bingham, like others, watched virtually Waterford’s State of the Township Address Credit: Miriam Bingham As COVID-19 continues to enforce social distancing,...
View ArticleIn Mexican town, a local resident announces the news – from his car
SAN IGNACIO CERRO GORDO, JALISCO, MEXICO – In the mountain region of Jalisco, resources are very limited. While many other towns and municipalities get their local news from TV stations or radio, here...
View Article“Let’s support our businesses now, so that we can continue to support them...
Adam CumminsThe city placed outdoor heaters in outdoor spaces to bring more East Lansing citizens to local businesses. East Lansing businesses have been struggling since the pandemic hit last spring....
View ArticleWaterford library, center adjusts to COVID restrictions
The Waterford Public Library and Waterford Mott High School Performing Arts Center moved activities online to keep children and patrons engaged. Credit: Miriam Bingham The Waterford Public Library...
View ArticleDDA increases funds to build gazebo, boardwalk
By Shelby Frink The Williamston Red Cedar Garden Club donated the money to have the gazebo in Old Mill Park replaced in 2021. Members of the Garden Club maintain the garden surrounding the gazebo. The...
View ArticleSocial districts hope to draw summer crowds, stimulate local economies
By SHELDON KRAUSECapital News Service LANSING — As warm weather approaches, some communities are creating “social districts” under a state initiative that advocates say will spur social and economic...
View ArticleEast Lansing City Council, MSU anticipate return to meeting in person
As the number of people vaccinated rise at Michigan State University and in the City of East Lansing, hopes also rise that declining infection rates could lead to in-person City Council meetings. Even...
View ArticleWilliamston faces costs of COVID-19
By Olivia SantelliTavern 109 is a restaurant located at 109 E. Grand River Road in Williamston. Employees sanitize tables after guests finish their meal. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, city...
View ArticleChild tax credit payments help Detroit parents
Mayor Mike Duggan announces the expansion of the Child Tax Credit. Credit: City of Detroit’s YouTube channel Stephanie Perry from Detroit said she is grateful to receive the Child Tax Credit due to...
View ArticleSupporters of Bill Fahey speak out in select board meeting
Susan Allen, a former Andover, Massachusetts resident, was shaking as she read a letter to the Andover Select Board during a July 19 meeting. Allen is one of the many people in town who have met Fahey...
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