Category Archives: Local News
State’s Attorney uses new ways to try cases
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsProsecutors use many things to find evidence to try cases, and Livingston County State's Attorney Randy Yedinak has found one that makes the case easier for him and his staff....
Apr 10, 2017
Register now for Trunkin’ Treasure
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Red Carpet Corridor Festival isn't until May, but registration is now open for an annual event that happens during that time.Pontiac Tourism Director Ellie Alexander talks...
Apr 10, 2017
Consolidated election results
Yesterday was the consolidated election, and while many of the people ran unopposed, there were a handful that had more than one person to choose from for the respective position. Here are some of the...
Apr 05, 2017
Local legislators tour prison
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsState Senator Jason Barickman invited lawmakers and local officials to tour the Pontiac Correctional Center Monday morning.Barickman said he continued this tradition, started ...
Apr 04, 2017
Tips for combating stress
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsApril is Stress Awareness Month, and while everyone deals with a certain amount of stress every day, there are ways to combat it.Exercise physiologist and wellness coordinator...
Apr 04, 2017
Fire training at former Manor
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsSeveral fire departments from Livingston County and neighboring communities took advantage of live fire training at the former Livingston Manor Sunday afternoon.Pontiac Fire E...
Apr 03, 2017
Easter egg hunt happening Saturday
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsPontiac Healthcare and Rehab is holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m.Activities Director Kathy Finkenbinder said this annual event, largely planned...
Apr 03, 2017
Library computers get an upgrade
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsThe Pontiac Public Library's computers are getting an upgrade.Library Director Kristin Holzhaur explains."We have received a very generous donation of new computers from State...
Apr 03, 2017
City of Pontiac offering Community Garden
By Cynthia GrauDo you want to have a garden but don't have space around your home? The City of Pontiac is offering an answer for you.Pontiac Street Superintendent Chris Brock explains a new program st...
Mar 31, 2017
Children’s Center collecting luggage
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ NewsLess than four weeks after the Children's Advocacy Center reached out to the public for luggage for children coming in to the foster care system, the group, with the help of t...
Mar 28, 2017
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