Good Morning Livingston Kicks Off 2026 with Focus on AI, Cybersecurity & Business Risk

HOWELL, MI – The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce with presenting Sponsors Lake TrustCredit Union and Trinity Health, will launch the 2026 Good Morning Livingston series onThursday, March 5, bringing together business and community leaders for a timely discussion onartificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the financial impact of emerging business risk.The event will take place from …

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Brighton Optimist Euchre Update-Jan 2026

Thank you for your continued support of Brighton Optimist Charity Euchre Nights. The move to Four Circles Brewery has been a great success—many of our regular players are still joining us, and we’re thrilled to see new faces at the tables as well. We’re now filling 6–9 tables on both the second and third Mondays …

Rethinking How We Engage Veterans Before Crisis

Most veteran “help” shows up after things are already broken. We’re flipping that. This isn’t another newsletter that clogs your inbox with fluff, platitudes, or hotlines you’ll never call. It’s short.It’s practical.And it’s built to help veterans stay ahead of the spiral, not recover from it.  Subscribe here: https://www.vetlifetoday.org Each month you’ll get:• Clear, digestible guidance on benefits you’ve …

REPORT from Commissioner Jay R Drick , Marion Township and City of Howell

Colleagues ;   The January 26 2026 meeting of the Board resulted in these resolutions.  1]  Ms Hartley of SEMCOG to Materials Management comm.  2]Chuck Wright and Margaret Burkholder appointed to Airport Zoning Appeals  3] Melody Page and Jefferey  Anderson to Mental Health Advisory Board.  4]Repairs to Long Lake Dam assessment roll approved per law  5] MSU …

Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts 69th Annual Dinner & Citizen ofthe Year Presentation

HOWELL, MI – The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its 69th Annual Dinner & Citizen of the Year Presentation on January 29, 2026, at Crystal Gardens Event Center. The Chamber’s signature event brought together business leaders, elected officials, nonprofit partners, and community members to celebrate excellence, leadership, and the collective impact of the Livingston County region. The evening’s theme, “The …

Big Ideas, Big Rewards: National Civics Bee® Launches in Livingston County

The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is partnering with the U.S.Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee® to LivingstonCounty. This exciting, nonpartisan competition invites middle school students in grades6–8—from public, private, charter, and home schools—to share bold ideas that canimprove their community.The deadline is approaching fast.The essay portal closes February 3, …

Blueprint for a Better America Congressman Tom Barrett

My Blueprint for a Better America is about getting back to basics: ensuring the federal government works for the people, not the other way around. It tackles the issues that matter most to everyday Americans — from making health care and housing more affordable, to reforming a political system that feels rigged for insiders and …

The Livingston County Homeless Continuum of Care is hosting the 19th Annual CommunityConnect Event on Saturday, February 7th

Save the Date – Community Connect 2026 The Livingston County Homeless Continuum of Care is hosting the 19th Annual CommunityConnect Event on Saturday, February 7th at 2l42 Community Church in Brighton. This event is aone-day event bringing together free resources, information, and connection to services.Anyone in the community who could benefit from these services and …

Dianne Samples, Director of Programming and Engagement, Completes FirstYear at Institute for Organization Management in Tucson, Arizona

WASHINGTON, D.C. / HOWELL, MI — The Howell Area Chamber of Commerceannounces that Dianne Samples, Director of Programming and Engagement, has completed herfirst year at Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of theU.S. Chamber of Commerce. The four-year nonprofit leadership training program was held at theUniversity of Arizona in Tucson.“Institute graduates are recognized …

Livingston County 2026 Master Plan

Have you taken a look at our 2026 Master Plan? Let us know your thoughts: click on image to view.Your feedback will help determine whether the plan adequately addresses the community’s key opportunities and priorities. Share your thoughts on how the plan reflects the county’s needs and long-term vision.

Local Alert: Elderly Resident Targeted in Elaborate "Prize Winnings" Scam

Livingston County MI – Local authorities are urging residents, particularly senior citizens, to be vigilant following a sophisticated scam that successfully defrauded an elderly woman out of $1,000 in cash. The victim was contacted by individuals falsely claiming she had won a substantial cash prize and a new vehicle, contingent upon her paying a series of “upfront …

Last Chance to RSVP for Ann Arbor Symphony Brass Quintet Holiday Concert

Brass & Boughs is this Friday! We hope you can join us on the Cleary campus for this free holiday concert.Listen to the beautiful sounds of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra (A2SO) Brass Quintet surrounded by holiday decor and twinkling lights. Enjoy refreshments, mingle with community and even try your hand at a hands-on art activity! …