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Green Oak Plans Federal Lawsuit Against South Lyon SchoolsGreen Oak Plans Federal Lawsuit Against South Lyon Schools

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Officials in Green Oak Township say they are prepared to file a lawsuit against a local school district for refusing to allow a school building to be used as a polling location. Green Oak Township Clerk Michael Sedlak tells WHMI that the South Lyon Community School District has notified them that Brummer Elementary School, located at 10 Mile and Rushton Road, will no longer be available for use as a polling station. Sedlak alleges that the issue began in the summer of 2016 when the district said that due to a new contract with its teachers union, they could no longer use an in-service day on election days, which would mean students would have to be in the school during balloting, which they claimed was a safety issue. Sedlak says because they were so close to the Presidential Election, the district allowed the school to be used, but required a police presence. He says when no safety issues arose, district officials then changed their rationale to instead say it was due to the state requirement that school couldn’t start until after Labor Day, making it impossible for them to accommodate a day off. A meeting with South Lyon administrators and the clerks from the affected municipalities, including Lyon and Salem townships and the City of South Lyon, was held in May to try and resolve the issue, but Sedlak says they were instead “strung along” until he finally requested permission to file a lawsuit and resolve the dispute. Sedlak says voters in the southeast corner of the township will now have to travel to an opposite corner of the district and vote in a school in the Brighton district. He says he will spend the next couple of months working with the other affected municipalities to try and convince them to join in the lawsuit as a class-action. But he says Green Oak Township will go it alone if need be. Either way, he expects the suit will be filed early next year in federal court. However, he encourages residents to contact the district with their opinions on the issue. South Lyon Superintendent Melissa Baker tells WHMI "At no time have we denied access to our buildings as voting precincts. We will be continuing conversations with our municipalities regarding future elections. To date, I have not spoken with any municipalities regarding plans for next November." (JK)

Milford Woman Pleads Guilty To 2nd Degree Murder In Husband's Beating DeathMilford Woman Pleads Guilty To 2nd Degree Murder In Husband's Beating Death

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More than two years later, a Milford woman has pleaded guilty to murdering her husband. 60-year-old Yvonne Cortis pleaded guilty to charges of 2nd degree murder and killing/torturing an animal in Oakland County Circuit Court. The charges were filed following the death of 68-year-old Greg Cortis, who died from injuries sustained in the November 2015 crowbar attack. Police said Cortis admitted to beating her husband and dog to put "them out of their misery." Family members have said Cortis has a history of mental illness, although a mental exam determined she was competent to assist in her own defense. Cortis was originally to have stood trial in October of 2016, but that was delayed so a judge could decide on the admissibility of statements Cortis made to police. The judge ultimately ruled that what Cortis said outside of a patrol car was voluntary and could be used at her trial, while everything she said while inside the car could not be admitted because she was then technically in custody and the statements were made prior to her being read her Miranda rights. The trial was subsequently delayed multiple times for various reasons and Cortis remains held without bond. She faces up to life in prison when sentenced January 3rd. (JM)

Brighton's Spencer Elementary Students Get to "Slime" PrincipalBrighton's Spencer Elementary Students Get to "Slime" Principal

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About 500 students at Brighton‘s Spencer Elementary School got to see Principal Bill Renner “slimed” Friday during the regular December assembly. The students had been involved in a fundraising event in October called the Roadrunner Run to raise money for various school programs and projects not part of the regular curriculum. The excitement level of the kids at the assembly was palpable, and from all accounts, Renner was a good sport about the whole thing. The kindergarten class which raised the most money was given the honor of sliming the principal. Fourth grade student Sami Christie, the daughter of Meg and Josh Christie, says the kids and staff all had a blast. Renner tells WHMI the look on the faces of the students let him know the temporary discomfort was all worth it. Spencer PTO President Cari Pilon says the money raised will be used for various projects, including science night, playground improvements, field trips, cultural enrichment and other programs. (TT)

Man Caught With Heroin In Sheriff's Office Parking Lot Heads To TrialMan Caught With Heroin In Sheriff's Office Parking Lot Heads To Trial

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A Chelsea man caught with heroin while picking up his girlfriend from jail is headed to trial. 26-year-old Jeffrey Samuel Picklesimer is charged with one count of delivery/manufacture of narcotics less than 50 grams as a result of the October 2nd incident. He recently appeared for a hearing before 53rd District Court Judge Carol Sue Reader, who determined there was enough evidence to send the case to Livingston County Circuit Court. Around 11:40pm the night of the incident, a 2003 Buick with all of the windows rolled down was seen waiting in the parking lot of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy found Picklesimer reclined in the driver’s seat of the vehicle “passed out”. Even though temperatures that night were below 60 degrees, Sheriff Mike Murphy says Picklesimer was sweating and that it was difficult to wake him up. Picklesimer told the deputy he was just sleeping while waiting to pick his girlfriend up, who was going to be released from jail that evening. Police then searched Picklesimer’s vehicle, where they discovered five full bindles of heroin and several empty ones. Future court dates have not been scheduled at this time. (DK)

Weekend Lane Closures Along US-23 Flex Route Could Be The Last Weekend Lane Closures Along US-23 Flex Route Could Be The Last

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Weekend lane closures could be the last for area motorists traveling along the US-23 Flex Route. The Michigan Department of Transportation advises there will be rolling, single lane closures in both directions of US-23 stretching all the way to I-96, which are needed to complete pavement marking work. Michigan Department of Transportation spokeswoman Kari Arend says good weather this weekend should allow crews to wrap up the work that needs to be done for final pavement markings along the corridor, which is one of the last items on the check list. She says M-DOT recognizes there has been some frustration for motorists since the Flex Route is not always in operation because of the lane closures but the end is close. After this weekend, Arend says the lane closures should be done and they can hopefully get the Flex Route operating in normal configuration and really put it into full operation to improve overall efficiency – meaning southbound for morning rush hour and northbound for the evening rush. The goal of the system is to reduce congestion along the corridor and improve travel times, especially during key times of the day. Arend says that is happening and reducing commute times. Since the traffic configuration is so new and motorists are still getting used to the system, Arend says it’s especially important they pay attention to the overhead signs. She notes if there’s a red “X” on the inside shoulder indicating it’s closed, then it is an enforceable action for anyone who drives in that lane – adding M-DOT is monitoring and watching the corridor 24-7 with its statewide operation center in Lansing. Facebook photo. (JM)

Protest To Precede Monday Hearing For Teen Convicted of Sexual AssaultProtest To Precede Monday Hearing For Teen Convicted of Sexual Assault

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A protest will be held Monday by community members who are dissatisfied with the outcome of a local sexual assault case. A group plans to gather outside the Judicial Center in Howell at 12pm, just before a status conference hearing for the perpetrator. The Brighton Township teen, who is not being named because he is a juvenile, was originally charged with 31 felonies connected to allegations that he sexually assaulted three girls over the past two and a half years. The Brighton High School junior entered into a plea deal in which he only admitted to six counts, including first degree criminal sexual conduct. His plea deal and 45-day sentence at the Monroe County Youth Center was met with shock by the victims and parents. Livingston County Prosecutor Bill Vailliencourt sought a review of the sentence, but it was reaffirmed by a juvenile court judge. Parents and relatives of the victims have urged the Brighton School Board of Education to expel their daughters’ rapist. Monday’s gathering has a similar goal, according to the protest’s organizer Heather Green, who is related to one of the victims. She believes the perpetrator has not been held accountable and should not be allowed to return to BHS. Green says the protest is also being held in support of the victims and to encourage any others to come forward. She alleges there are other girls who were victimized by the same individual that haven’t spoken out. Green has no intentions for the protest to “start a riot”, reiterating that it will be a peaceful demonstration. (DK)

7-Year-Old Highland Township Girl Critically Injured In Dog Attack 7-Year-Old Highland Township Girl Critically Injured In Dog Attack

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A young Highland Township girl was hospitalized after being bitten multiple times by the family’s two dogs. Deputies with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Highland Township substation and the Highland Township Fire Department were called out to a home on North Hickory Ridge Road around 5:30pm Thursday. A report states a 7-year-old girl had opened the gate to a pen, two dogs exited and then immediately knocked her to the ground and began to attack and bite her. The victim’s 6-year-old brother witnessed the attack and went inside to get their mother, who ran to her daughter’s aid. The Sheriff’s Office says the 34-year-old mother was able to get the dogs off of her daughter and back into the pen but sustained a deep bite wound to her right tricep and was rushed to an area hospital. The daughter sustained deep bite wounds to her neck and was experiencing difficulty breathing. Her coat was said to be shredded in the attack. The daughter was flown to the University of Michigan Mott Children’s Hospital for further evaluation and treatment. The Office said physicians determined that the child’s most severe injury was to her neck and trachea. She was last listed in critical but stable condition and is expected to recover. The Office noted the dogs were being kept in a pen in an area outside of the residence, as the parents take in rescue dogs and have a total of seven, including the two dogs that they received from a Humane Society in Pennsylvania. Oakland County Animal Control took custody of one of the dogs, which is being examined to determine a breed, but the other dog escaped under the pen’s fence. Animal Control placed a dog trap on the property with the anticipation of catching the second dog, but it has not yet been recovered. Four of the other five dogs were signed over by the parents to Animal Control. The incident remains under investigation and Sergeant Mark Venus tells WHMI the girl is doing better but is still in the hospital. He says the second dog has not been recovered yet and they are concerned about anyone who may come in contact with the dog. The description provided was the dog is grayish and has some husky traits. If anyone sees the dog, he says do not approach it but rather call OCSO dispatch at (248) 858-4950 to get a deputy or Animal Control to respond. (JM)

Brighton Area Schools Gets Grant For STEAM Centers Brighton Area Schools Gets Grant For STEAM Centers

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The Brighton Area Schools has been awarded a substantial grant as the top prize in a competition sponsored by ITC Transco. ITC, based in Novi, is a private electric transmission company that supplies electricity to local electric distribution facilities. The ITC Transco grant program is designed to improve the learning environment for better education and improved learning success. STEAM is an acronym which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. It’s a $15,000 grant, which the district hopes will be spread out for three years for a total of $45,000. Superintendent Greg Gray says the funds will keep the district on the cutting edge of technology and go toward STEAM Centers, which the district instituted into all schools this year, including the elementary level. The grant applicant, Hilton Elementary teacher Amy Gallant, originally intended the grant just for her school, in order to increase its media center offerings. However, when she learned the district would be transforming the media centers into STEAM centers, she enlisted the help of district media specialists and Academic Enrichment Coach Kim Lewicki in order to expand the application. That was so all four Brighton elementary schools would be included if the grant was awarded. The resulting grant application won top prize and may turn into a multi-year funding stream to support the Brighton Area Schools’ STEAM Centers. (TT)

LCCA "Meet and Greet" Heralds $125,000 Drug Prevention GrantLCCA "Meet and Greet" Heralds $125,000 Drug Prevention Grant

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The Livingston County Community Alliance (LCCA) held a meet and greet event recently for the community at the Judicial Center in Howell. The session, held on Thursday, provided the opportunity for residents to get to know more about the LCCA and its efforts. One such effort is the result of a grant the LCCA recently received of $125,000 per year for five years to build drug prevention programs led by students. LCCA Coordinator Kaitlin Fink says the event also recognized a milestone that has been reached by The Big Red Barrel, a drug takeback program facilitated by the LCCA. The barrels are placed throughout the region to collect unwanted prescription drugs, while allowing community members to dispose of their pills with no questions asked. The barrels have now collected over 10,000 pounds, or more than one ton of pills. That’s not the only thing the program has to celebrate though. On Wednesday, the Big Red Barrel announced it will be partnering with the St. Joseph Mercy Health System and will begin by placing one of their drug-disposal barrels at the St. Joseph Mercy Livingston center in Howell. Program leaders are excited for the opportunity, noting St. Joe’s is part of the Trinity Health System, which operates 93 hospitals in the nation. (DK)

Conference Brings Together Early Childhood Education ProponentsConference Brings Together Early Childhood Education Proponents

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A conference dedicated to early childhood education and trends gave participants an opportunity to connect, collaborate and learn together. More than 1,000 professionals attended the 27th Annual Child Connect Regional Early Childhood Conference in November at the Howell High School campus. The conference was organized by Child Connect for Family Success, a non-profit that provides support, early childhood resources, education, training and other services to families and professionals. Each year, hundreds of teachers, program administrators, students and social workers choose from multiple presentations and exhibits to explore the latest trends and best practices in the early childhood field. The featured speaker at this year’s conference was Richard Cohen. He delivered an encouraging keynote address entitled “Heroes of our Time”, commending the audience for their important work with young children. After the keynote, participants attended their choice of 80 workshops during three interactive sessions and enjoyed lunch and networking with other professionals during this busy day of early childhood professional development. Plans are already being shaped for next year’s conference, which will take place on November 10th, 2018 and feature Lisa Murphy. She is the founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc. and her mission is to assist in the transformation of the industry of early childhood education by offering the best workshops and trainings; and the most up to date materials and resources. (JM)

More Mammoth Bones Discovered During Second Dig At Chelsea Farm More Mammoth Bones Discovered During Second Dig At Chelsea Farm

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More mammoth bones have been uncovered at a site in Chelsea. University of Michigan paleontologists have discovered 40 additional mammoth bones during a second excavation at a Chelsea farm. The second excavation at the site was conducted in an effort to confirm the age of the woolly-Columbian mammoth hybrid bones found in 2015. The university says a preliminary analysis indicates that the bones are more than 15,000 years old. Paleontologists spent one day excavating the site in 2015 after farmer Jim Bristle discovered the bones. The first dig uncovered 55 to 60 mostly intact mammoth bones, which accounts for between 30 to 40 percent of the animal. Paleontologist Daniel Fisher says the second dig prioritized reconstructing the geological context of the animal's remains. Researchers have determined that the mammoth was likely a 45-year-old male. Photo: University of Michigan, first excavation. (JM)

Ten Livingston County Companies Receive Funds To Train & Retain EmployeesTen Livingston County Companies Receive Funds To Train & Retain Employees

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Ten Livingston County companies will share $358,264 in grant awards designed to help workers gain new sills so the companies can thrive in today’s global market. 61 companies in five counties have been selected to receive more than $2.6 (m) million in funding from the Michigan Talent Investment Agency. The grants are part of the Skilled Trades Training Fund, which is now in its fifth year. The funding is designated for training that enhances talent, productivity and employee retention while increasing the quality and competitiveness of businesses in Michigan. With the funds awarded, the ten local companies will now embark on a yearlong process with Michigan Works! Southeast to help them train, develop, retain, hire new employees. Communications Manager Nicole Bell tells WHMI all of the companies had to submit training plans with their applications and Livingston County fared well. Bell stressed the collaboration was made possible through valued partnerships with local economic developers, specifically Ann Arbor SPARK. She says the funds will help the companies upscale their current workforce to remain competitive globally, or if they need, bring on new employees. The ten local companies receiving approximately $358,264 in funding include Thai Summit America Corporation, Boss Engineering, Eberspaecher North America, Almetals, MS Plastic Welders LLC, GKI Foods, Koppert Biological Systems Inc., Brighton NC Machine Corporation, TG Fluid System and AA Gear & Manufacturing. Bell says staff with Michigan Works! Southeast will be working closely with the companies over the next year to ensure they meet training goals identified in submitted plans. (JM)

BAS Board Approves New Cyberbullying Standards In Wake Of Sexual AssaultsBAS Board Approves New Cyberbullying Standards In Wake Of Sexual Assaults

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At its meeting last week, the Brighton Area Schools Board of Education approved an addition to the student handbook pertaining to bullying and cyberbullying. In the “Matters pertaining to citizenship” portion, the handbook refers to violations of the code of conduct, saying, quote, ”bullying, harassment, or intimidation means any gesture or written, verbal or physical act, or any electronic communication, including cyberbullying that occurs in school.” Based on a recommendation by board secretary Roger Myers and trustee Alicia Reid, the words “embarrass, intimidate or cause physical or mental harm” were added to that portion. Superintendent Greg Gray tells WHMI the student handbooks are reviewed annually for possible revisions to keep them up-to-date. The motion to approve the amended handbook passed on a 7-0 vote. The changes will appear in all of the student handbooks: elementary, middle and intermediate schools and high school. Gray added that the revisions are welcome because it gives the district more latitude when it comes to handling such disciplinary matters. Reid stated that the board needs to start discussing what she called “more serious violations,” an apparent reference to the sexual assaults of three Brighton Twp. girls by a boy who is now 16. The victims were ages 12 and 13 at the time. Both the older girl, now 14, and the boy, are Brighton High School students, and the girl vows not to return to the school if the boy is allowed to come back to class. He is scheduled for a status conference today in Livingston County Juvenile Court after having fulfilled a 45-day sentence at a Monroe County youth facility. The victims’ parents and other supporters plan a rally in front of the judicial center today at noon to draw attention to what they believe was a glaringly lenient sentence. (TT)

Brighton Progressing Toward Being A Redevelopment Ready CommunityBrighton Progressing Toward Being A Redevelopment Ready Community

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The City of Brighton is proceeding with work to become fully certified under the Redevelopment Ready Communities program. In May, Brighton City Council passed a resolution of intent to join the RRC program, designed by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to connect Michigan communities with experts and best practices in attracting investment. Council and staff agreed that going through the certification process would ensure the City is on track with current development strategies and strengthen Brighton’s partnership with the MEDC to maintain eligibility for grant assistance. Community Development staff, which recently completed two RRC Best Practice trainings, provided an update on the City’s progress towards RRC certification at the Brighton City Council Study Session November 16th. The six best practice areas include Community Plans and Public Outreach, Zoning Regulations, Development Review Process, Recruitment and Education, Redevelopment Ready Sites, and Community Prosperity. According to a release from the City, their recent Zoning Code update and ongoing Master Plan process are “exactly in line with the State’s best practices.” Additionally, officials say that completing the Best Practice training brought the City of Brighton closer to qualifying for the next step. Community Development is near completion of a self-evaluation report on Brighton’s current development processes. Once the MEDC reviews the self-evaluation, they will collect additional data to create a plan forward to guide the City to Redevelopment Ready Certification. (JK)

Simple Recycling To Debut In City Of Brighton Simple Recycling To Debut In City Of Brighton

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A new, free recycling program for residents in the City of Brighton debuts this week. The City of Brighton is the latest local community to collaborate with Simple Recycling to expand recycling opportunities for residents, which is being offered in addition to other residential waste and recycling services. The program does not cost the city anything nor is there any work involved for staff. Once residents receive bags, they can start filling it with items to put out on their regular trash/recycling day. Brighton Communications and Community Engagement Assistant Lydia Macklin-Camel tells WHMI the Simple Recycling program is complimentary to current services and offers residents an opportunity to recycle textiles and other items not currently accepted such as small household items. Macklin-Camel says the new program is not intended to be a supplement to donations. She says the city encourages residents to continue to donate unwanted clothes or items that could still be used to local charities and non-profits. All residents currently receiving municipal trash and recycling services will have access to the new curbside pickup and will be mailed their first set of orange bags. Residents put the bags out on their normal trash day and the company will pick it up and provide replacement bags at that time. Mayor Jim Muzzin says the City of Brighton is always striving to improve service and provide more opportunities to residents, and Simple Recycling is just another amenity they’re proud to offer. Complete information about the new program is available on the City of Brighton website. A link is provided. (JM)

Fenton Man Wins $1 Million Powerball PrizeFenton Man Wins $1 Million Powerball Prize

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A Genesee County man’s Powerball ticket purchase in Livingston County paid off last week. 41-year-old Edmond Nicaj, a father of six from Fenton, purchased the million dollar ticket at the Great Lakes Family Restaurant in Fowlerville. He matched all five white numbers drawn, to win the prize. Nicaj says he buys a Powerball ticket “every once in a while, and it really paid off this time." After checking his ticket and realizing he had won, Nicaj began jumping around, at which point his kids heard him and came running upstairs to check on him. He says they too then began jumping around, while his six-year-old asked how many zeros would be on his check. Nicaj says he plans on paying off some bills, but will also set aside a large part of the money for each of his children. (JK)

Ore Creek Middle School Wins National Photo ContestOre Creek Middle School Wins National Photo Contest

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A local middle school has won a national contest designed to support substance abuse awareness efforts. Hartland’s Ore Creek Middle School has been announced as the winner of the 2017 National Red Ribbon Photo Contest. Students, faculty and staff, led by STAND Advisor Denise Terry, decorated the campus with this year’s theme, “Your Future Is Key, So Stay Drug Free®.” STAND is an acronym for Students Taking A New Direction. The contest takes place each year in late October as a part of National Red Ribbon Week – the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention campaign, sponsored by the National Family Partnership. Terry will receive an iPad from NFP and the school will receive a $1,000 prize from contest co-sponsors, the Drug Enforcement Administration, to be used toward drug prevention. Ore Creek Principal Steve Livingway he was excited that the hard work of both Terry and Peggy Storey, who created the Experienced Based Career Education program, was being recognized, adding that they always make Red Ribbon Week an important event at the school. Livingway says it is “much easier to be proactive and prevent issues instead of responding to a serious problem.” (JK)

Detention Continued For Teen At Center of Sex Assault CaseDetention Continued For Teen At Center of Sex Assault Case

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A Brighton Township teen accused of sexually assaulting several girls will remain in a juvenile detention facility for the time being. The teen, who is not being named because he is a juvenile, was originally charged with 31 felonies connected to allegations that he sexually assaulted three girls. He entered into a plea deal in which he admitted to six of the charges, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Having served his 45 day sentence in the Monroe County Youth Center, a hearing was held in Livingston County Juvenile Court earlier this afternoon. There, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Marilyn Bradford argued that the teen should not be released from the facility because he has not received a psychological evaluation yet, nor has a safety plan been created. Referee Chelsea Thomason agreed, ruling that the teen will remain in the Monroe County Youth Center until both have been completed. The evaluation is tentatively scheduled for this Wednesday. Thomason also added stipulations she wants included in the safety and supervision plan for the teen once he is released. The teen is not allowed on Brighton or Kensington Woods High School property or to attend events sanctioned by the schools to further avoid contact with the victims. Brighton Area Schools Superintendent Greg Gray has confirmed the student will not be attending BHS upon his release. Thomason also ruled the teen will not be allowed to spend nights away from home, host sleepovers, or have devices that connect to the internet. Future court dates for the teen have not been set at this time. Just before the hearing, over 100 people rallied outside the Judicial Center in Howell to engage in a peaceful protest. Organizers say the goal was to show support for the victims, as well as encourage any who haven’t spoken out yet to come forward. Several family members of the victims noted how pleased they were with the large turnout and community support at the protest. However many of them were unhappy with the outcome of today’s hearing. 33-year-old Ashley, mother of one of the victims, feels the situation remains “open-ended”. 53-year-old Jackie, also a mother of a victim, says in terms of progress, there has been “none whatsoever”. (DK)

“The Wall That Heals” Mobile Exhibit Coming To Howell Next August “The Wall That Heals” Mobile Exhibit Coming To Howell Next August

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A local organization has been selected to host a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial this coming summer. The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 125 in Howell has been given the honor of hosting “The Wall That Heals” exhibit, which includes a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center. The traveling exhibit honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War and it bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam. The mobile exhibit provides thousands of Veterans and their family members the chance to visit The Wall and honor and remember those who have served and sacrificed. Officials say hosting the exhibit gives veterans an opportunity for healing and provides an educational experience for the whole community on the impact of the Vietnam War on America. The national tour in 2018 will begin on March 1st in Portland, Texas and visit nearly 40 communities during the year. It will be in Howell August 23rd through the 26th. (JM)

South Lyon Man Sentenced To Prison For Baseball Bat AttackSouth Lyon Man Sentenced To Prison For Baseball Bat Attack

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A South Lyon man charged in a baseball bat assault has been sentenced in the case. 18-year-old Malachi Collins had been charged with one count of assault with intent to murder after the July 30th incident, in which police say he used a bat to severely beat a man in the South Lyon Woods Mobile Home Park. But he entered a guilty plea last month to a reduced charge of assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder. On Monday he was sentenced to serve a term of 67 months to ten years in prison. The original count could have landed Collins behind bars for life. Police say Collins got into a dispute over $7 in cash and some clothing when he attacked the victim. A baseball bat with blood smears was found at the residence of one of the witnesses to the attack. Collins was then identified as the alleged assailant and arrested several days later at a motel near Ann Arbor. The victim of the attack continues to recover after undergoing facial reconstruction surgery. (JK)
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