City of Howell prepares for 65th annual Melon Festival
The 65th annual Melon Festival in Howell, Michigan, kicks off at the beginning of August, but preparations are already underway to create the famous melon ice cream.
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The 65th annual Melon Festival in Howell, Michigan, kicks off at the beginning of August, but preparations are already underway to create the famous melon ice cream.
Every season, the alley district gets decked out, like hearts for Valentine's Day, a Christmas theme when the weather turns, and umbrellas for summer.
Burch Partners, the public relations firm hired by the City of Howell is working to tell the city's story better.
Ellis first served as a member of the city council and is now in the big seat as mayor. But Ellis says that chapter is coming to a close.
A new breakfast and lunch spot in Livingston County, Michigan, encourages people to pay it forward.
One Howell, Michigan, native running unopposed in the mayoral race is looking to lead the city after already serving the community on the city council.
Red dresses on the LACASA Center's campus in Howell, Michigan, serve as a reminder of the missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls who advocates say often never see justice.
RAIL is asking for donations to keep its sober house open in the coming months. An anonymous donor has offered to match donations up to $20,000.
The pantry had to move from the Summit Gardens because of Howell's latest project, an outdoor ice skating and gathering place that broke ground last week.
The operations of Tribar's Wixom location will be moving to Howell, according to plans announced earlier this month.
An empty lot won't be empty for long after the city of Howell, Michigan, broke ground Wednesday on its new social district in the downtown area.
A Michigan WARN Act notice reports that Tribar Technologies operations will be consolidated in Howell.
One person is dead in the aftermath of a two-vehicle rollover crash in Green Oak Township, police reported.
A public relations firm out of Holland, Michigan has a big task ahead of them to rehabilitate the city of Howell's image after multiple instances of racist behavior.
A man who was pulled from a lake in Living County, Michigan, Wednesday after falling through ice has died.
Howell's Trinity Health Hospital is in the process of moving most of their operations to a larger Brighton facility, but this space is going to be put to use.
All lanes in both directions of I-96 in Livingston County were closed Wednesday afternoon due to a fatal crash.
Just days after losing a job she was repeatedly praised for in performance reviews, Terri Estepp lost her only daughter, Sam, to cancer.
Fountains, an ice skating rink, concessions stands, and an above-ground fire pit are all in the works for Howell's downtown area.
A Hartland man has been charged in an embezzlement case, after an 87-year-old man's money was allegedly diverted to a nonprofit group.
Police say the driver left the scene, and the crash was reported by a passerby.
A small access road has been the center of legal action as construction continues on the Motorsports Gateway in Howell.
The mother of a Howell toddler who died after gaining access to an unsecured firearm last year was sentenced in court Thursday afternoon.
The city of Howell has had multiple incidents involving racism and homophobia make headlines, and the city's answer is to hire a PR firm to revamp its reputation.
With the help of the community, the Howell Nature Center surpassed its year-end goal of $100,000.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
A judge has ruled that a 20-year-old St. Clair Shores, Michigan, man facing three charges in connection with an alleged plan to attack a school will stand trial, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said Friday.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
A 41-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a vehicle in Monroe Township on Friday evening, according to the Michigan State Police.
Seven guns have been seized by police and an individual was detained after a reported shooting in Inkster, Michigan, on Thursday, according to police.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
Over $100,000 worth of narcotics was seized Thursday as the Detroit Police Department investigated suspected drug activity.
A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.
Seven guns have been seized by police and an individual was detained after a reported shooting in Inkster, Michigan, on Thursday, according to police.
A judge has ruled that a 20-year-old St. Clair Shores, Michigan, man facing three charges in connection with an alleged plan to attack a school will stand trial, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said Friday.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Will Riley scored 20 points, Sharife Cooper added 18 and the Washington Wizards upset the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday night.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a scammer claiming to be law enforcement and telling people they have outstanding warrants.
There has been outrage across the political spectrum after a video posted on President Trump's Truth Social account depicted former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as apes.
Wind chills drop through Saturday morning before warmer air arrives next week.
A driver has been rescued after a parking garage partially collapsed in Dearborn Friday night, according to authorities.
An attorney is investigating the death of 19-year-old University of Michigan sophomore Lucas Mattson, nearly two weeks after his body was found southeast of central campus following a 20-hour-long search.