Wednesday, May 22, 2013
You can use this gas price widget to always find the lowest price of the moment. Pro tip: Gas up early this week to save money.
Click here for a full-screen view of the gas price map. If you don't see a map of our local area, click the magnifying glass in the upper right to enter your address. Nationwide, gas prices were predicted to be lower this summer compared to the last three years, but that won't translate into savings at the pump this Memorial Day weekend, experts said. "Motorists this year are facing rising gas prices heading into the Memorial Day holiday," said Michael Green, a AAA spokesman, adding that Memorial Day 2013 would probably be the most expensive since 2011. In past years, prices have declined heading into early summer as oil refineries produced more gasoline to meet expected summer driving demand. This year, though, Midwest refineries haven'…
Next week, Brighton Patch will have a brand new design and a whole new way to connect.
Hi, everyone! I have some exciting news to share about Patch – we’re getting a whole new look! It’s coming in a couple weeks and it’s going to make Brighton Patch easier to use, and a better place to connect and share. The best part? You’ll be able to see it all on your mobile phone! Here’s what you need to know: Our site is being rebuilt from the ground up! The news will look better and be easier to comment on. And, you’ll find more local voices to keep you in the loop with the latest know-how and opinion. We’re adding Boards to make it easier for you to connect with each other, debate an issue, or announce your garage sale, graduation, or find a lost pet. More to say? It will be easier to start your own blog, too. You’ll soon be …
Steve and Marcy Aller of Parent Teacher Tech Center announced their plans to retire and close their educational resource store.
For more than two decades, Steve and Marcy Aller have been helping teachers, parents and caregivers educate local children by providing resources in their shop, Parent Teacher Tech Center. Recently, the longtime Brighton business owners announced they would be retiring and closing their store, a decision Marcy Aller says was “very difficult.” “It was just something that had to be done,” she said. “And we’re not retiring because of the economy, we’re retiring because of some other circumstances.” The educational resource shop has been at its current location of 117 E. Grand River for more than 18 years, according to Aller, and said her customers are “some of the nicest people in the world.” “Because they’re interested in making sure that …
In need of a new home, or just browsing? Check out this home for sale in Brighton.
Each week, Brighton Patch will feature a different home to give readers an idea of what the local housing market has to offer. Today, check out this five-bedroom, five and-a-half-bathroom house at 345 Lake Pines Drive in Brighton listed at $689,000. Find the full listing here. Are you a real estate agent with homes for sale? Email brooke.meier@patch.com and we'll try to feature yours next week.
Ryan Groves will be competing this month for a spot to represent Michigan in the 2014 Special Olympics USA Summer Games.
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Ryan Groves, 26, of Brighton, likes to run and he excels at it. Representing Michigan in the 2010 Special Olympics USA Games track and field events, this young sprinter living with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) won two silver medals in the 4x100m relay and the 400m run. Now, Ryan is getting in gear to participate in the Michigan 2013 State Games later this month. May also happens to be International Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) Awareness Month, a time to celebrate and support those with this rare condition and to learn more about the disease itself. Ryan’s parents, Bob and Kathy Groves, are both active members of the TS Alliance, the primary US advocacy group, and can be seen on the sidelines of Ryan’s Special Olympics sporting …
In 2012, there were 257 reported animal bites in Livingston County.
The Livingston County Department of Public Health (LCDPH) and Livingston County Animal Control are launching a campaign to educate the public about the importance of responsible pet ownership and animal bite prevention. Since animal bites are largely a preventable public health problem, education and awareness of prevention strategies can help adults and children reduce their chances of being bitten. In 2012, there were 257 reported animal bites in Livingston County. What a Pet Owner Can Do: How to Protect Your Family: Call Animal Control if you see a domestic dog or cat that is acting aggressively or strange. If a Bite Occurs: Animal Control is now offering a low income Spay/Neuter Clinic on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month…
A May 29 open house is set at the school's Brighton campus. The Novi location is set to open in September.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Henry Ford board members voted against the multi-billion-dollar deal Tuesday afternoon.
The Beaumont and Henry Ford health systems merger has been called off after "different perspectives" emerged about the $6.4-billion deal. Henry Ford board of trustees' decision Tuesday followed six months of due diligence discussions involving hundreds of Beaumont and Henry Ford team members, according to Beaumont. “We have benefited greatly from our merger discussions and have great respect for our colleagues at Henry Ford,” said Gene Michalski, president and CEO, Beaumont Health System. “However, we found through our discussions that we are not aligned on how to achieve our vision for a model health system due to differences in our structures and business models.” In a letter to employees, Henry Ford CEO Nancy Schlichting wrote the …
On May 23, Gov. Rick Snyder’s Office of Constituent Services will visit Brighton as part of his mobile office initiative.
Correction: Gov. Rick Snyder will not be in attendance on Thursday, however, representatives from his office will be on location to help address questions, according to a press release. Information provided in press release May 23 and 24, representatives of the office will visit locations in Washtenaw, Livingston, Ingham, Shiawassee, Clinton and Ionia counties. Specific locations, times and other detailed information below, or call 517-335-7858 or visit www.michigan.gov/snyder. “This is an excellent opportunity for citizens to ask questions and engage with representatives from my office,” said Snyder. “It is our goal to make government as accessible as possible, and I encourage anyone who is interested to visit our mobile office hours.” …
Henry Ford ends discussions with Beaumont.
Beaumont Health System and Henry Ford Health System have ended discussions of a proposed merger to combine their operations into a new health system. “We have benefitted greatly from our merger discussions and have great respect for our colleagues at Henry Ford,” says Gene Michalski, president and CEO, Beaumont Health System. “However, we found through our discussions that we are not aligned on how to achieve our vision for a model health system due to differences in our structures and business models.” Today’s announcement followed six months of due diligence discussions involving hundreds of Beaumont and Henry Ford team members. “We are very grateful to our board members, physicians, nurses, leaders and other professionals who worked …
Sandra Henson
11:56 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Gosh, how sad! Walking into your store was like walking into a hug. Marcy or Steve always there, smiling, eager to help out however we needed them to be. The store itself is like a candy store, with so much colorful fun to choose from. I loved taking my time looking at all the "stuff" tucked into every nook and cranny.... Thank you for all the warm fuzzies I felt each time I came in. You guys … more ›