Shiawassee County
Coverage of Shiawassee County in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan cyclosporiasis cases top 5,000
The article discusses the investigation into a Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taylor Farms' produce. Health officials, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), have identified cases in several Michigan counties, with the highest concentrations in Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland, and Livingston counties. The CDC has been collaborating with state health departments to trace the source, and Taylor Farms has issued a recall for certain products. Consumers are advised to avoid the recalled items and practice food safety measures.
- 4Warn Weather Alert: Wildfire smoke leading to ‘unhealthy’ air quality in Metro Detroit
A 4Warn Weather Alert remains in effect in Metro Detroit as wildfire smoke from Canada causes unhealthy air quality. The smoke, expected to settle near ground level, poses significant health risks, especially for sensitive groups, with visibility reduction and indoor smoke odors reported. Isolated thunderstorms with hail and wind also occurred, but the primary concern remains the air quality through Thursday.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Cases in Michigan jump to more than 3,300
Michigan health officials reported 3,309 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 14, up from 2,640 on July 13, with 44 hospitalizations. The outbreak remains highest in Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland, and Livingston counties, with lettuce or salad greens suspected as a possible source.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Michigan health officials provide more tips on prevention as cases rise
Michigan health officials report a rapid rise in cyclosporiasis cases, reaching 572 by July 4, with Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland, and Livingston counties most affected. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued prevention guidelines for handling raw produce linked to past outbreaks, including bagged salads, cilantro, basil, raspberries, and snow peas.
- Father drowns while trying to swim across lake with his 8-year-old son, deputies say
A 42-year-old father drowned while attempting to swim across a lake with his 8-year-old son in Owosso Township, Michigan. The pair left the designated safe swim area, and despite a bystander rescuing the child, first responders found the father unconscious and later declared him dead. Authorities reported no life preservers were used and no drugs or alcohol were involved.
- Father drowns while trying to swim across lake with his 8-year-old son, deputies say
A 42-year-old father drowned while attempting to swim across a lake with his 8-year-old son at a Michigan campground. A bystander rescued the child but could not save the father, who was later declared dead at the hospital. Authorities noted no life preservers were used, and the pair left the designated safe swim area.
- InvestigateTV+: Finding a solution for rising house costs
InvestigateTV+ explores a Kansas City program helping homeowners reduce property tax costs by temporarily transferring deeds and a Virginia content creator's warning about AI-generated deepfake ads. The article also highlights a Michigan couple's recycling efforts and a doctor's advice on selecting running shoes.
- InvestigateTV+: Finding a solution for rising house costs
The article highlights a Kansas City program helping low-income homeowners manage rising property taxes by temporarily transferring deeds, a Virginia content creator warning about AI-generated deepfake scams, and a Michigan couple promoting rural recycling efforts.
- InvestigateTV+: Finding a solution for rising house costs
InvestigateTV+ examines how homeowners in Kansas City temporarily hand over deeds to save on property taxes amid rising home values. A Virginia content creator warns of deepfake scams using her image to promote products she didn't endorse. A Michigan couple promotes recycling in their community, while a Greenville physician advises on selecting appropriate running shoes.
- For nearly 40 years this couple has been making rural Michigan eco-friendly
Ellen and Terry Link have operated the Greater Laingsburg Recyclers in Michigan since 1988, processing over 100 tons of recyclable materials annually through a volunteer-run facility. Their program, active for nearly four decades, focuses on community-driven recycling efforts, including electronics and hard-to-dispose items like TVs.
- For nearly 40 years this couple has been making rural Michigan eco-friendly
Ellen and Terry Link have operated the Greater Laingsburg Recyclers program in Shiawassee County, Michigan, for nearly 40 years, processing over 100 tons of recyclable materials annually through a volunteer-run, community-driven initiative. Their facility, operating four days a month, accepts items like electronics and cardboard, emphasizing eco-friendly practices and community collaboration.