AgeWays, a nonprofit supporting seniors across Southeast Michigan, is asking residents to weigh in on its new three-year plan. The agency expects to spend about $26 million each year from ’27 to ’29 on programs that help older adults stay independent and connected. A public Zoom forum will be held May 8th at noon, and the draft plan goes live April 23rd at AgeWays.org. Comments are accepted through May 23rd by email or mail. AgeWays says the goal is to make senior services easier to reach and to strengthen community partnerships.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and police across St. Clair County are stepping up reminders to keep your eyes on the road. Sheriff Matt King says Michigan’s hands‑free law carries steep fines, but the real danger is the weight of the vehicle you’re controlling. He urges drivers to stash their phones and set music or GPS before pulling out. With construction season kicking in, deputies will also watch work zones closely. National Work Zone Awareness Week runs April 20–24, stressing slower speeds and extra caution, especially since injuring a road worker can bring serious penalties.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Voters in Columbus Township will decide the future of their treasurer this May. Supervisor Brad Smith launched a recall against Kimberly Hetzel, accusing her of delaying bill payments and causing problems with township vendors. Hetzel calls the claims false, saying she simply needed time to learn the financial software when she took office. If voters remove her, former deputy Valerie Kesler will finish the term through 2028. The recall election is May 5th.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet