Sumpter board tables decision on Sherwood Pond swimming ban
After a lively discussion at its regular meeting on July 25, the Sumpter Township Board of Trustees tabled a decision on whether or not to ban swimming at Sherwood Pond.[…]
Court Watching: Jury trial set for April 8, 2024 in VBT murder
Mark Anthony Shaw, 39, of Missouri City, TX, was arraigned on the information on July 31 at the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice on charges of first-degree murder and felony[…]
Editorial: Letter writer comes up with appealing idea
Don Wisner, who has written thoughtful letters to the editor in the past, has come up with an idea that should appeal to Van Buren Township taxpayers. Wisner, of Van[…]
Retired Sumpter Police Chief James Pierce, Jr. dies July 26
Retired Sumpter Township Police Chief James Pierce of Van Buren Township died July 26 at the age of 73. He had served in law enforcement for more than 45 years.[…]
Court Watching: Texas man bound over in VBT shooting death of semi-truck driver
After an hour-long preliminary exam on July 24, 34th District Court Judge Tina Brooks Green found there was probable cause to bind over long-distance truck driver Mark Anthony Shaw, 39,[…]
City Council considers ways to fund $3-4M in streetwork
The Belleville City Council is considering how to fund the upgrading of all the streets within the city, with costs in the area of $3-4 million. At a special meeting[…]
VBT DDA reconsiders Christmas lights
At the end of its July 25 regular meeting, Van Buren Township Downtown Development Authority chairman Craig Atchinson asked if the board would like to revisit Christmas lights. The item[…]
State Rep. Reggie Miller responds to recall efforts over hate crime bill
Recall petitions have been filed against at least six Democratic representatives in the Michigan Legislature, including Rep. Reggie Miller, D-31, of Van Buren Township. Two Republicans also have been targeted.[…]
Belleville Fire Dept. hands out treats to business
On July 26, the Belleville Fire Department surprised Moving the Mitten with some tasty treats. This is a new program rolled out by the fire department to show thanks to[…]
Crain’s Detroit Business honors Jennifer Dale of Van Buren Township
Jennifer L Dale, a 20-year resident of Van Buren Township, is one of those named a 2023 honoree as Crain’s Detroit Business Most Notable Leaders in Fundraising. Crain’s said these[…]
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