Macomb county offices closed for Thanksgiving (ADV09-007P-050)

Two more community H1N1 flu vaccine clinics scheduled; Clinic for healthcare workers set for Nov. 12 (REL09-049)

11/04/09 Additional H1N1 flu vaccine clinic to be held at Freedom Hill on Saturday, Nov. 7 (REL09-048)

Macomb County offices closed for Veterans Day (ADV09-047)

Heightened state of alert declared; Clinics to be held this week

Board Chairman Paul Gieleghem's statement on passing of former Commissioner Leonard Haggerty (REL09-045)

Benefit for Macomb Food program planned in Sterling Heights (REL09-044)

Macomb County Commissioner David Flynn of Sterling Heights and State Representative Jon Switalski of Warren invite everyone to help feed people in need.

Macomb County Commission on Women seeks Members (REL09-043)

The Macomb County Commission on Women (MCCW) is seeking applications from women interested in serving on the 26-member commission.

Macomb County offices closed for Columbus Day (ADV09-042)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Oct. 12, to observe Columbus Day.

Veterans Service Commission seeks member (REL09-014)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Veterans Service Commission of Macomb County is seeking to fill a vacancy on the Commission for a term ending August 31, 2012.

Macomb County offices closed for Labor Day (ADV09-40)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.

Health Department releases 2009 Behavioral Risk Factor Survey (REL09-039)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – As Congress debates healthcare reform aimed at giving more people access to insurance coverage, the percentage of Macomb County adults with no health coverage is more than twice as high as it was a decade ago, a new study shows.

Household hazardous waste collection in Washington Township (REL09-038)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department is conducting a household hazardous waste collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Washington Township Offices located at 57900 Van Dyke Ave., north of 26 Mile Road.

Senior citizens invited to 9th Safe, Sound and Secure Conference (REL09-037)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens can learn how to be on guard against identity theft, scams and other crimes at the 9th Annual Safe, Sound and Secure Conference.

Public invited to meeting on Thursday, July 23, to discuss services for the unemployed (ADV09-019)

The Education & Training Committee of the Macomb County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss services for unemployed Macomb County residents whose unemployment benefits are running out.

Water service to be disrupted in parts Macomb County  (REL09-036)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Water service will be disrupted for several Macomb County communities due to repair work that is going to be performed on a leaking water main at Dequindre Road, at the boarder between Rochester Hills and Shelby Township.

Macomb County offices closed for Independence Day (ADV09-005)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3, for the Independence Day holiday.

Macomb County seeks comments on Justice Assistance Grant (REL09-035)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The public is invited to review and comment on an application for a 2009 Justice Assistance Grant worth $350,542 submitted by Macomb County Community Corrections, the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office and local police.

Passport Fair at Macomb County Senior Fun Festival -- (REL09-034)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – A passport fair at the Senior Fun Festival, hosted by the Senior Citizen Services Department, will make it easier for any qualified U.S. citizen to apply for a passport or passport card.

Senior citizens can get fresh fruit, vegetables with Senior Project FRESH coupons (REL09-033)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Income-eligible Macomb County senior citizens can get coupons for discounts on nutritious, vitamin-rich fresh fruits and vegetables from select local farmers markets.

Senior Fun Festival set for June 17 (EWL09-032)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Senior citizens age 60 and older are invited to a day of information, music, games, health screenings and crafts at the first Senior Fun Festival, hosted by the Macomb County Senior Citizen Services Department.

      --The festival features a grandchild photograph contest that will help raise money for senior citizen programs. For information about submitting entries and voting, click HERE.

Volunteers needed to sort food donations (REL09-031)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb Food Program seeks volunteers to help sort more than a quarter million pounds of food it received from the annual National Association of Letter Carriers food drive on May 9.

Chairman Gieleghem testifies at the Panel Discussion on Auto Recovery Communities (REL09-031)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. - Paul Gieleghem, Macomb County Board of Commissioners chairman, testifies at the Panel Discussion on Auto Recovery Communities. Click on the link to see his speech.

Business diversification summit for Macomb, St. Clair (REL09-030)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Automotive manufacturing companies looking to diversify into defense, aerospace, medical devices and other growing sectors are invited to attend a business diversification seminar in Macomb County.

Household hazardous waste collection in Richmond Twp (REL09-029).

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, May 30.

Macomb County offices closed for Memorial Day (ADV-004)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day.

Healthy Kids Healthy Futures Coalition hosts Fun & Fitness Day, May 16 (REL09-028)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Healthy Kids Healthy Futures Coalition invites families to a “Fun and Fitness Day” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, in Roseville.

Macomb County homeless population rises (REL09-027)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The number of homeless people in Macomb County rose 3 percent in the last year, including more children unaccompanied by an adult, according to the 2009 Point-in-Time survey.

Grants help support rental housing for homeless around county (REL09-026)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded grants totaling $796,509 to Macomb County Continuum of Care for housing and services for homeless people through its Homeless Assistance Program.

May postal food drive, rally to aid Macomb Food Program to feed the hungry (REL09-025)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The 17th annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and U.S. Postal Service Food Drive is coming soon to Macomb County.

Get free compact fluorescent bulb, save energy, beginning on Earth Day (REL09-024)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County, Walmart and the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth are teaming to give away energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs to celebrate Earth Day.

Macomb County hosts annual public auction (REL09-023)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Whether you need a bus, jewelry, a digital camera, motorcycle, or a computer there will be one-stop shopping at Macomb County’s annual auction sale.

Meijer’s "Simply Give" program helps re-stock Macomb Food Program, affiliated pantries

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – With local food banks facing shortfalls this spring, supercenter chain Meijer is re-launching its Simply Give food donation program to help restock the shelves of local food pantries, including the Macomb Food Program and its affiliated pantries. The announcement was made by Hank Meijer, co-chairman and CEO of the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer.

Crime victim seminar to be held in Clinton Township (REL09-022)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Senior citizens can learn how to protect themselves against scams and caregiver abuse by attending a seminar during the 4th annual Crime Victims Rights Week seminar.

Board of Commissioners to honor outstanding volunteers (REL09-021)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will honor more than 40 of the county’s most outstanding volunteers at the 20th annual Volunteer Recognition Awards ceremony.

Macomb County seeks comments on Justice Assistance Grant (REL09-020)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The public is invited to review and comment on an application for a 2009 Justice Assistance Grant submitted by Macomb County Community Corrections, the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office and local police.

Macomb County supports Big 3 workers, companies with vehicle buys  (REL09-019)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners plans to move ahead planned vehicle purchases as a show of support for American autoworkers and the companies that employ them, said board Chairman Paul Gieleghem.

“Happy Birthday 65” seminar to explain benefits to seniors, newly disabled (REL09-018)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – People turning 65 years-old or who are newly disabled can get information about a variety of benefits at a seminar called “Happy Birthday 65,” hosted by the Macomb County Senior Citizen Services Department.

Bill Sowerby appointed to regional SMART board (REL09-017)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board of Commissioners Chair Paul Gieleghem appointed Bill Sowerby of Clinton Township to represent Macomb County on the regional Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) board.

People may dispose household hazardous waste and unwanted medicine (REL09-016)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – People looking to get rid of unwanted medication or household hazardous waste can drop it off at a collection event in Armada and do their part to help protect water supplies.

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will CLOSE at noon Friday, April 10, for Good Friday.

Free paper shredding, medication disposal for Macomb County seniors (REL09-015)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County senior citizens can conveniently and securely dispose of unwanted medications and sensitive personal information at a free document shredding and medication collection event in Clinton Township.

Macomb County to honor Green Schools on Earth Day, April 22 (REL09-014)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – More than 40 Macomb County schools will receive recognition for their efforts to achieve Green School status through the Michigan Green Schools Program.

Macomb County promotes home ownership to stem impact of foreclosures (REL09-013)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Nearly $10 million in federal funding administered by Macomb County will stem the negative impact of foreclosures by promoting home ownership and housing rehabilitation assistance.

Board of Commissioners seeks volunteers to honor (REL09-011)

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

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.

Public meetings to explain county budget challenges (REL09-009)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Board of Commissioners invites the public to a series of meetings to explain the county’s budget challenges and discuss options.

Joe Abdoo appointed to Regional Convention Facility Authority (REL09-008)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board of Commissioners Chair Paul Gieleghem appointed Joe Abdoo of Clinton Township to represent Macomb County on the Regional Convention Facility Authority.

Seniors can get free health tips and screenings at seminar (REL09-007)

A seminar offers Macomb County seniors free health screenings, connections to resources and insight on how to live healthy.

Macomb County hosts alternative energy workshop for manufacturers (REL09-006)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Manufacturers can learn how to grow their business and diversify their customer base by focusing on the manufacturing needs of the growing alternative energy market at the “Alternative Energy Manufacturing 101” workshop.

Macomb County offices closed for Presidents Day (ADV09-002)

Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 16, for Presidents Day.

Walk for Warmth raises funds to heat homes (REL09-005)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Community Services Agency (MCCSA) seeks walkers and donations for its 19th annual Walk for Warmth. Funds raised assist income-eligible families, individuals and senior citizens facing heat shut-off or those in need of furnace repair or replacement.

Paul Gieleghem presents 2009 State of the County, Feb. 11 (REL09-004)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County Board of Commissioners Chairman Paul Gieleghem will present the annual State of Macomb County address on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

Macomb County Health Department to survey residents (REL09-003)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Health Department will conduct a countywide survey of 1,000 households over the next two months to develop a health profile of Macomb County residents.

Volunteers needed to help with homeless resource event (REL09-002)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Homeless Coalition and Macomb County Continuum of Care are seeking volunteers for a Community Connection Day for the homeless.

Macomb County offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (ADV09-001)

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – Macomb County government business offices and the courts will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan. 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.