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  State of the County Address 2007
12/26/2007

Get toys tested for lead content at Freedom Hill on Jan. 11 (REL07-129)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County residents can find out instantly if a child’s toy is contaminated with lead at a free event at Macomb County’s Freedom Hill Park in Sterling Heights.

12/26/2007

Vaccinations still available for flu season's peak time (REL07-128)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The flu season’s most infectious days are fast approaching and The Macomb County Health Department is offering flu vaccine to protect residents from illness.

12/21/2007

Financial Fitness Fair set for Jan. 12 in Warren (REL07-127)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – People can learn smart money management skills, meet with a foreclosure counselor and find out how to get other financial and tax advise at a  free Financial Fitness Fair in January.

12/12/2007

2008 dog licenses available Dec. 17 at Macomb County Animal Shelter (REL07-126)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The sad signs are visible on street-corner poles and bulletin boards in community gathering places: “Lost dog.” They often have a photo of the missing companion, a loving description of the pet and a contact telephone number.

12/11/2007

Historical commission holds contest (REL07-125)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Fire engines, ambulances, trains, delivery trucks and planes are featured in the 2007-2008 Macomb County Historical Commission Activity Book, which teaches children about the county’s history through pictures and games and gives them a chance to win a contest.

12/10/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Christmas and New Year's (ADV07-124)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 24 and 25, for the Christmas holiday.

12/07/2007

Macomb County wins top award for emergency preparedness (REL07-123)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Michigan Emergency Management Association (MEMA) honored Macomb County’s top emergency preparedness official as its 2007 Coordinator of the Year.

11/30/2007

New electronic newsletter highlights business development in Macomb (REL07-122)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – People and businesses interested in business development and expansion activities in Macomb County now can have that information delivered directly to their e-mail inbox.

11/26/2007

Free genealogy class at Macomb County Library (REL07-120)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library is offering a free class on how to use a computer to research ancestors. The class about online genealogy searches will be held in the library’s computer lab 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13.

11/26/07

Senior outreach day scheduled for Warren (REL07-119)

WARREN, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Jon Switalski will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday Dec. 7, in Warren.

11/16/07

Medicare D online enrollment assistance program schedued (REL07-118)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Senior citizens can get free help enrolling or making changes online for the 2008 Medicare D prescription drug plan at an upcoming event hosted by Macomb County Department  of Senior Citizen Services.

11/14/07

Prescription help offered for qualifying Macomb County senior citizens (REL-116)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens age 60 and older are invited to an event to meet with professionals to see if they qualify for low-cost or free medications through the Prescription Resource Network (PRN).

11/13/2007 Macomb County departments honored at NACo Awards breakfast (REL-115)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County honors the work of employees and department heads for winning 16 National Association of Counties (NACo) awards, more than any other county in Michigan for the 26th consecutive year.

11/09/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Thanksgiving (ADV-114)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 22 and 23, for Thanksgiving.

11/2/2007

Macomb County agenda packets now viewable online (REL-112)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board of Commissioners meeting agenda packets with full backup material will be posted online beginning with November committee meetings.

11/02/2007

Programs focus on ending homelessness in Macomb County (REL07-111)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb Homeless Coalition and the Macomb County Continuum of Care will unveil a 10-year plan to end homelessness as part of three events recognizing National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week, Nov. 11-17.

11/01/2007

Children's yoga at Macomb County Library (REL07-110)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Children from ages 5 to 12 can get an hour of serenity at the Macomb County Library if they join instructor Jim Abney for children’s yoga time at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24.

 

10/31/2007

Macomb County Library hosts authors of Ford photo history (REL07-109)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The authors of a book chronicling the history of Ford Motor Co. in photos will share stories and pictures during a program at the Macomb County Library at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8.

10/29/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Harrison Township (REL07-108)

HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Dana Camphous-Peterson will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Nov. 15, in Harrison Twp.

 

10/29/07

Senior outreach day scheduled for Washington Township (REL07-107)

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Don Brown will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 14, in Washington Twp.

10/29/07

Macomb County offices closed for Veterans' Day (REL07-106)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. - Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Nov. 12, for Veterans’ Day.

10/25/07

Macomb County Health Department offers free radon testing kits (REL07-105)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – It’s National Radon Action Week, and the Macomb County Health Department reminds residents that it provides free home radon test kits and radon prevention information.

10/24/07

Weatherization program aims to slash home heating costs (REL07-104)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Qualifying Macomb County residents can reap big savings in heating costs by making their houses more energy efficient with help from the Home Weatherization Program.

10/22/07

Passport Fair in Clinton Township (REL07-103)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services in cooperation with the United States Postal Service will host a Passport Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 6, in Clinton Township.

10/15/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Chesterfield Township (REL07-102)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Kathy Vosburg will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Nov. 2, in Chesterfield Township.

10/15/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Warren (REL07-101)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Joan Flynn will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Oct. 31, in Warren.

10/15/2007

Flu vaccine available at Macomb County clinics (REL07-100)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department is now offering flu vaccine at its Mount Clemens, Warren and St. Clair Shores health centers. The shots are $15 for adults and children age 6 months and older.

10/12/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for St. Clair Shores (REL07-099)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Sarah Roberts will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in St. Clair Shores.

10/12/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Mount Clemens (REL07-098)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Ed Bruley will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, in Mount Clemens.

10/12/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Clinton Township (REL07-097)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioners Paul Gieleghem and Carey Torrice will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in Clinton Township.

10/12/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Fraser (REL07-096)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Kathy Tocco will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in Fraser.

10/12/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Romeo (REL07-095)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Don Brown will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in Romeo.

10/11/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Sterling Heights (REL07-094)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Robert Mijac will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in Sterling Heights.

10/11/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Macomb Township (REL07-093)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Keith Rengert will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in Macomb Township.

10/11/2007

Macomb County seniors offered Medicare prescription advice (REL07-092)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County seniors wondering what to do during the open enrollment period for the Medicare prescription drug program can get expert advice from the Senior Citizen Services Department.

10/10/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Warren (REL07-091)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Susan Doherty will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, in Warren.

10/5/2007

Macomb County Library briefs (REL07-090)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Collecting fashion dolls is the focus of a program at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the Macomb County Library. Lenada Maki and Dorinda Balanecki, members of the Great Lakes Chapter of the Fashion Doll Club, will display treasures from their own collections as they discuss the history of the fashion doll from the 1950s to the present.

10/4/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Eastpointe (REL07-089)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Phillip DiMaria will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in Eastpointe.

10/4/2007

Senior outreach day scheduled for Roseville (REL07 -088)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services with the support of County Commissioner Betty Slinde will coordinate a Senior Outreach Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 in Roseville.

10/3/2007

Free children’s health fair (REL07-087)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County children seeking some fall-time fun are invited to the Macomb Community College’s Sports & Expo Center in Warren as more than 50 healthcare and public service organizations team up for the free annual Children’s Health Fair.

10/3/2007

Macomb County Library hosts programs on safe online selling (REL07-086)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Successful online sellers and employees of the U.S. Postal Service will teach Macomb County Library guests how to sell, trade and ship safely in cyberspace.

10/3/2007

 

Flu shots offered at Freedom Hill County Park (REL07-085)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department is sponsoring a two-day clinic for people who want a vaccination to protect them during flu season. Flu shots will be available for adults and for children at least 6 months old.

10/1/2007

Free genealogy classes at Macomb County Library (REL07-084)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library commemorates Family History Month in October by offering two free classes on how to use a computer to research ancestors.

09/28/2007

Doctor shares anti-aging tips at Macomb County Library (REL07-081)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A doctor specializing in aging will give tips on maintaining vision, memory and mobility during a program at the Macomb County Library. ...

09/24/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Columbus Day ( REL07-082)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Oct. 8, to observe Columbus Day. ...

09/14/2007

Dog trainer to offer tips at Macomb County Library (REL07-081)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – An expert from the Michigan Humane Society’s Pet Education Center will offer tips on keeping pet dogs under control at a free program hosted by the Macomb County Library. ...

09/13/2007

One-stop passports Sept. 18 at Macomb County Library (REL07-080)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A Sept. 18 event at the Macomb County Library will make it easy for any qualified U.S. citizen to apply for a passport. ...

09/05/2007

Prescription help offered for qualifying Macomb County senior citizens (REL07-079)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens age 60 and older are invited to meet with professionals to see if they qualify for low-cost or free medications through the Prescription Resource Network (PRN). ...

09/05/2007

Household hazardous waste drop-off in Warren (REL07-078)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department and the city of Warren are conducting a household hazardous waste collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15. ...

08/31/2007

Paper shredding, medication disposal for Macomb County senior citizens (REL07-077)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens have a chance to properly dispose of unneeded medications, and shred personal papers and documents to keep them out of the wrong hands. ...

08/31/2007

Law enforcement academy for seniors (REL07-076)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Registrations are being accepted for the 11th “Law Enforcement Academy for Seniors,” a five-week series of classes to educate seniors on the workings of the Macomb County Sheriff's Office and its different divisions. ...

08/30/2007

Macomb County Library plans fall Story Times (REL07-075)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library offers 30-minute Story Time sessions for babies, toddlers and tots during September and October. ...

08/27/2007

Free Mature Drivers Workshop offered by Macomb County Senior Services (REL07-074)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services is sponsoring a free Mature Driver Workshop for Macomb County residents age 60 and older. ...

08/23/2007

Historical Commission unveils transportation heritage activity book (REL07-073)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Fire engines, ambulances, trains, delivery trucks and planes are featured in the 2007 Macomb County Historical Commission Activity Book, which focuses on the county’s transportation heritage. ...

08/20/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Labor Day (ADV07-013)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – All Macomb County government business offices and courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Sept. 3, in observance of Labor Day. ...

08/10/2007

MMTC, Macomb County, MISD offer free seminars to manufacturers (REL07-072)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Michigan manufacturing companies are invited to attend a series of free seminars on how to run a lean operation with world-class quality and an eye toward diversifying the customer base. ...

08/08/2007

Child support scofflaws targeted (REL07-071)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Sheriff Mark Hackel and officials of the Friend of the Court office will be conducting a three-day bench warrant sweep in September for people who owe past due child support. Deputies will be working day and night rounding up offenders. ...

08/07/2007

Household hazardous waste drop-off, computer recycling in Washington Twp. (REL07-070)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department and Washington Township are conducting a household hazardous waste drop-off and computer recycling collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25. ...

08/03/2007

Macomb County offers seminars on reducing energy costs (REL07-069)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Low-income Macomb County residents looking for ways to save money on utility costs are invited to attend an energy education seminar hosted by the Macomb County Community Services Agency (MCCSA). ...

08/01/2007

Macomb County Library steps up to the plate (REL07-068)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library, the Baseball Hall of Fame and the American Library Association are teaming up for a new literacy program for children and young adults. ...

07/27/2007

Free hearing and vision screening for Macomb County children (REL07-067)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department, in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Community Health, is offering free hearing and vision screening for children entering kindergarten in the 2007-08 school year. ...

07/27/2007

Macomb closes campaign for "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren" camp; $10,000 goal exceeded by 76 percent (REL07-066)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County residents and people throughout Southeastern Michigan donated $17,616 to help the county’s “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren” program, sending 150 children and their caregivers to camp this year. ...

07/20/2007

Senior citizens invited to 7th Safe, Sound and Secure Conference (REL07-065)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens can learn how to be on guard against identity theft, scams and other crimes at the 7th Annual Safe, Sound and Secure Conference. ...

07/18/2007

Macomb County Library hosts program on safe online selling (REL07-064)
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Successful online sellers and employees of the U.S. Postal Service will show Macomb County Library guests how to sell, trade and ship safely on eBay. ...

07/17/2007

Macomb County Meals on Wheels seeks volunteers (REL07-063)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to frail, homebound senior citizens in Clinton Township, Eastpointe, Richmond, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Utica and Warren. ...

07/09/2007

“Macomb Together” saves Grandparents Raising Grandchildren camp (REL07-062)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb Together – Grandparents Raising Grandchildren fundraising effort today reached the $10,000 goal it needed to fund this year’s annual trip to Camp Copneconic. ...

06/27/2007

Macomb County's award-winning programs lead Michigan for 26th year (REL07-061)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County proved again that inventive government programs and services lead to a high quantity of “Achievement Awards” from the National Association of Counties (NACo). ...

06/21/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Independence Day (ADV07-009)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Wednesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday. ...

06/15/2007

Macomb bands together for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (REL07-060)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County residents are asked to help save a rewarding summer camp experience for grandparents and the grandchildren they're compelled to raise. Michigan's budget crisis forced the cancellation of a $10,000 grant for Macomb's Grandparents Raising Grandchildren camp, leaving 150 adult and child campers in limbo. ...

06/13/2007

Medication disposal for seniors at Older American Festival (REL07-058)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County seniors can conveniently and securely dispose of unwanted medications at the 24th Annual Older American Festival, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 20. ...

06/11/2007

Rose legend coming to Macomb County (REL07-059)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP – The Macomb County Library offers the chance to learn how to grow spectacular roses from one of Michigan’s expert growers. ...

06/11/2007

Macomb County Library offers summer reading fun (REL07-057)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP – Parents can help keep their child’s reading skills sharp during the summer break by enrolling them in the Macomb County Library’s third annual summer reading program. ...

05/31/2007

One-stop passports June 7 at Macomb County Library (REL07-056)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP – A June 7 event at the Macomb County Library will make it easy any qualified U.S. citizen to apply for a passport. ...

05/25/2007

Macomb County seeks comments on Justice Assistance Grant (REL07-055)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The public is invited to review and offer comments on the application for a 2007 Justice Assistance Grant that will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice by Macomb County. ...

05/25/2007

2007 Macomb County Annual Report now available online (REL07-054)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The 2007 Macomb County Annual Report is now available online only at the county's Web site, www.macombcountymi.gov. ...

05/22/2007

Vendor fair aims to help blind and physically handicapped (REL07-053)
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped will host the 2007 Vision Quest vendor fair, where services and products for people with vision problems and other disabilities will be discussed and displayed. ...

05/22/2007

Household hazardous waste collection in Richmond Twp. (REL07-052) 

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department and Richmond Township are conducting a household hazardous waste collection from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 2. ...

05/15/2007

Library to discuss "An Inconvenient Truth" (REL07-051)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.– Global warming will be the subject of this month's Macomb County Library's book discussion group as it features "An Inconvenient Truth," the best-seller written by former Vice President Al Gore. ...

05/14/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Memorial Day (ADV07-006)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day. ...

05/10/2007

Macomb County Library presents “Read to Me Rosco!” (REL07-050)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Rosco the Clown brings his musical and magical show for children age 5 and under to Macomb County library at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 24. ...

05/04/2007

Fun and Fitness day to promote healthy habits (REL07-049)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb county healthy Kids Healthy Futures Coalition is sponsoring a "Fun and Fitness Day" from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Warren Community Center. ...

05/04/2007

HATCHED!  Puffball spotted in Macomb's peregrine falcon nest is first live chick of 2007 (REL07-048)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – We know them as Horus and Hathor, the adult male and female Peregrine falcons nesting on the Macomb County Building, but as of now they're dad and mom again.

05/03/2007

"The eBay Lady" offers online auction tips (REL07-047)
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library will be the place to learn how to have fun, make money and trade safely online when the “The eBay Lady” ...

05/03/2007

Postal food drive donations will help the Macomb Food Program feed the hungry (REL07-046)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The 15th annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and U.S. Postal Service Food Drive is coming soon to mailboxes. ...

04/27/2007

Macomb County Meals on Wheels seeks volunteers (REL07-045)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Community Services Agency (MCCSA) needs volunteers to deliver food to frail, homebound seniors for the Meals on Wheels program. ...

04/27/2007

Household hazardous waste collection in Warren (REL07-044)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department and the City of Warren are conducting a household hazardous waste and computer collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 12. ...

04/27/2007

Macomb County to host "Starting a Business" class (REL07-043)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County residents interested in starting their own business are invited to attend a free program offering tips from an expert. ...

04/27/2007

Macomb County hosts annual public auction (REL07-042)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Whether you need a truck tire tube dunker, catcher’s mask, vacuum cleaner, office copier or anything in between, there will be one-stop shopping at Macomb County’s semi-annual auction sale. ...

04/24/2007

Macomb Senior Services seeks 9-1-1 cell phones (REL07-041)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services seeks donations of inactive cellular phones in good working condition and with chargers to be used for the 9-1-1 Phone Redistribution Program. ...

04/19/2007

Commissioner Vosburg wins Taubman Fellowship (REL07-040)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Commissioner Kathy Vosburg was selected as a recipient of the prestigious Taubman Fellowship which offers local public officials the opportunity to sharpen their skills and learn new approaches to solving the public’s problems. ...

04/19/2007

Free paper shredding, medication disposal for Macomb County seniors (REL07-039)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County seniors can conveniently and securely dispose of unwanted medications and sensitive personal information at a free document shredding and medication collection event from 9 -10 a.m. Tuesday, April 24. ...

04/18/2007

DaimlerChrysler announces investments in Macomb County (REL07-038)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The following quotes are reactions from Macomb County officials to DaimlerChrysler’s announcement of new investments in southeast Michigan. ...

04/17/2007

Macomb County Library hosts spring story times (REL07-037)
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library offers 30-minute Story Time sessions for babies, toddlers and tots all during May. ...

04/13/2007

Macomb County Health Department seeks information on illegal dumping in Chesterfield Township (REL07-036)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Environmental Health Division of the Macomb County Health Department is looking for tips from people who may have information on the illegal dumping of six, 55-gallon drums of suspected waste paints and solvents in Chesterfield Township. ...

04/13/2007

Macomb County raises awareness with Public Health Week (ADV07-005)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners and the Macomb County Health Department designated the week of April 16, as “Public Health Week” in Macomb County. ...

04/10/2007

Author Steve Lehto to visit Macomb County Library (REL07-035)
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Steve Lehto, author of the book “Death’s Door: The Truth Behind Michigan’s Largest Mass Murder,” will visit the Macomb County Library in recognition of National Library Week. ...

04/05/2007

Household hazardous waste collection in Armada (REL07-034)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department along with Goodwill Industries, Great Lakes Recycling and the Michigan Department of Agriculture are conducting a household hazardous waste and computer collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 21 in Armada. ...

04/05/2007

Students to learn about Macomb County Government (REL07-033)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government offices will host local high school students on Tuesday, May 1, for “Macomb County Close Up Student Government Day,” when students get an insider’s view of county operations. ...

03/29/2007

Home, home on the flange; Peregrines again try parenthood on the edge of the Macomb County Building (REL07-032)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Peregrine falcons Horus and Hathor are nesting again on the Macomb County Building, tending three eggs in front of a live audience via Web cam. ...

03/28/2007

Macomb County expands Discount Dental providers (REL07-031)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County’s groundbreaking Discount Dental Program becomes more enticing on April 2, when new subscribers will be able to select dentists from a second network that makes nearly 600 additional providers available in Macomb County alone. ...

03/23/2007

Macomb County offices close at noon on Good Friday (ADV07-004)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will CLOSE at noon Friday, April 6, for Good Friday. ...

03/23/2007

Water Quality Board to re-establish Blue Ribbon Panel on Lake St. Clair (REL07-030)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Water quality in Macomb County may be getting a big boost as county and water quality officials look to re-establish and expand the Blue Ribbon Commission on Lake St. Clair. ...

03/23/2007

Longtime Water Quality Board member recognized for work (REL07-029)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Bill Smith, a member of the Macomb County Water Quality Board since its creation in 1998, was recognized by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners for his many years of work on water quality issues in Macomb County. ...

03/19/2007

Macomb County Planning Department hosts special Planners Exchange (REL07-028)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development is hosting a special Planners Exchange program featuring a presentation by Sean McAlinden of the Center for Automotive Research (CAR). ...

03/16/2007

Macomb County Community Services offers commercial driver's license class (REL07-027)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County residents interested in a career in transportation are encouraged to participate in a free county program to get a commercial driver’s license. ...

03/13/2007

Macomb County Library family program (REL07-026)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Donna Novack, award-winning songwriter and harpist will be at the Macomb County Library to whisk families away on an enchanting musical tour of the world. ...

03/07/2007

Board of Commissioners to honor outstanding volunteers (REL07-025)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. –The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will honor more than 100 of the county’s most outstanding volunteers at the 18th annual Volunteer Awards Recognition Dinner. ...

2007 Volunteer Awards Winners

02/27/2007

Macomb County offers Law Enforcement Academy for Seniors(REL07-024)
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Registrations are being accepted for the “Law Enforcement Academy for Seniors,” a five-week series of classes to educate seniors on the workings of the Macomb County Sheriff's Office and its different divisions. ...

02/23/2007

Macomb County Planning Department hosts Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan (REL07-023)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development is hosting a presentation by Mariam C. Noland, president of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (CFSEM). ...

02/23/2007

Volunteers needed to deliver Easter Meals on Wheels (REL07-022)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Community Services Agency (MCCSA) is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to frail, homebound senior citizens on Easter Sunday, April 8. ...

02/16/2007

Macomb County Planning Department to study gaps in Macomb's trail system (REL07-021) MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development is seeking public assistance in locating and analyzing gaps in Macomb’s trail system that connect the Stony Creek and Metropolitan Beach metroparks. ...

02/14/2007

Focus Macomb looking for new members (REL07-020)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Focus Macomb, a group of influential community and business leaders, is seeking applications for possible new members to help promote Macomb County’s economic growth. ...

Focus Macomb Application

02/13/2007

Macomb County hosts brownfield redevelopment workshops (REL07-019)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development is hosting three workshops to identify new brownfield redevelopment sites and educate the community about the incentives for redevelopment. ...

02/09/2007

Senior Swing Dances planned through June 2007 STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – Seniors continue to dance at Freedom Hill County Park. Dates have been set through the end of June and include the third and the last Wednesday of each month. ...

02/07/2007

Macomb County Library hosts storytelling program (REL07-018)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Macomb County families are invited to take a journey to the four corners of the world through the spellbinding storytelling of Lois Sprengnether-Keel. ...

02/05/2007

Macomb County Library celebrates Black History Month with discussion, exhibit (REL07-017) CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Macomb County Library is observing Black History Month by hosting a discussion of “Arc of Justice,” the true story of Ossian Sweet, an African American physician who moved his family to a white neighborhood in 1925 Detroit. ...

02/05/2007

County seeks exhibitors for Older American Festival (REL07-016)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Senior Citizen Services is seeking local businesses and organizations to display information about their products and services at the 24th annual Older American Festival held at Freedom Hill County Park. ...

02/05/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Presidents Day (ADV07-002) MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 19, for Presidents Day. ...

02/02/2007

William Crouchman presents 2007 State of the County, March 8 (REL07-015)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board of Commissioners Chairman William Crouchman will present the annual State of Macomb County address on Thursday, March 8. ...

02/01/2007

Veterans Services Burial Commission seeks members (REL07-014) MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Veterans Services Burial Commission of Macomb County is seeking applications from veterans of the 1991 Persian Gulf War or the current war in Iraq to fill two open positions on the commission. ...

02/01/2007

Macomb County Library begins winter story time (REL07-013)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Story time is back at the Macomb County Library. Children and their parents or caregivers are invited to register for the 30-minute sessions that include songs, finger-plays, stories and more. ...

01/31/2007

MCCSA Walk for Warmth raises funds to heat homes (REL07-012)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Community Services Agency (MCCSA) seeks walkers and donations for its 17th annual Walk for Warmth. ...

01/29/2007

Board of Commissioners seeks volunteers to honor (REL07-011)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich .– The Macomb County Board of Commissioners is looking for nominations of county residents who made a difference in the community by giving their talents and time to volunteer. ...

Nomination Criteria

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01/29/2007

Macomb Fallen Heroes plan fund raisers

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – The Macomb Fallen Heroes, an organization made up of Police, Firefighters and EMS in Macomb County, is planning three upcoming fund raisers to help raise money and awareness for the Macomb Fallen Heroes Memorial being built at Freedom Hill County Park. ...

01/26/2006

News Nuggets -- Macomb County news highlights (REL07-010)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners trimmed money from its own travel budget as it works to reduce county expenditures. ...

01/19/2007

Macomb County Planning Department offers small business classes (REL07-009)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Owners of new and emerging Macomb County businesses are invited to attend the nationally recognized NxLeveL Entrepreneurial Training Program offered by the Macomb County Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC). ...

01/19/2007

Macomb County earns award for financial reporting (REL07-008)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada presented a Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting to Macomb County for its 2005 fiscal report. ...

01/16/2007

Macomb County Meals on Wheels seeks delivery volunteers (REL07-007)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Community Services Agency is seeking volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors enrolled in the “Meals on Wheels” program. ...

01/12/2007

Volunteers needed to help with homeless count (REL07-006)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Homeless Coalition and Macomb County Continuum of Care are looking for volunteers to assist at a Community Connection Day and “Point in Time Count” for the homeless. ...

01/10/2007

Heatlh centers still offering flu shots (REL07-005)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – It’s better late than never to get a flu shot. Macomb County has an ample supply of vaccine and the Health Department wants residents to know that getting vaccinated will still protect them through the end of the flu season. ...

01/10/2007

Book discussion at Macomb County Library (REL07-004)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Macomb County residents interested in learning what’s behind the two-second glance that creates first impressions, are invited to discuss “Blink,” by Malcolm Gladwell, at the January book discussion group at the Macomb County Library. ...

01/09/2007

Crouchman proposes committee assignments for Macomb County Board (REL07-003)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board Chairman William Crouchman appointed seven Democrats and five Republicans to committee chair positions for 2007-08. Crouchman’s committee assignments go before the Board of Commissioners for approval on Thursday, Jan. 25. ...

01/09/2007

Macomb County Library Yoga program for children (REL07-002)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Children between the ages of 5 and 12 can join yoga instructor James Abney at the Macomb County Library to stretch like a cat, bend like a camel, become tranquil like a tortoise and roar like a lion in this fun-filled introduction to children’s yoga. ...

01/08/2007

Macomb County offices closed for Martin Luther King JR. Day (ADV07-001)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan. 15, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. ...

01/04/2007

William Crouchman elected County Board Chair (REL07-001)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – William Crouchman was elected today to a two-year term as chair of the Macomb County Board of Commissioners. ...

   

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