William Jerome “Bill” Smith, Jr., age 83, of Adrian, died Wednesday morning, January 21, 2026, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home while under the care of Hospice of Lenawee. Born August 3, 1942,
ADRIAN — January is Radon Action Month in Michigan, with health officials urging residents, especially in Lenawee County, where one in two homes may be affected, to test for the invisible, cancer-causing gas and take action if
Michigan State Police open public safety grant applications
LANSING — The Michigan State Police are now accepting applications for two competitive public safety grant programs funded in the state’s fiscal year 2026 budget. The grants are being administered through the Michigan State Police Grants…
Tecumseh approves farming lease at John W. Smith Park
TECUMSEH — Tecumseh City Council has approved a one-year farming lease with Hewlett Farms, LLC, allowing the company to continue farming city-owned land at John W. Smith Park. City officials say Hewlett Farms has leased and farmed
MLK Spirit Award presented to Tecumseh student Macy Schmidt
TECUMSEH — The MLK Spirit Award was presented Tuesday night during the Tecumseh City Council meeting, recognizing a local student for leadership and community service. City officials announced Macy Schmidt as the recipient of the 2026…
TECUMSEH — The Tecumseh City Council has approved the 2026 Classic Car and Bike Show Series, continuing a popular seasonal event in the downtown area. The series will take place on four Thursday evenings this summer: May
Tecumseh growth plans signal housing, business expansion
TECUMSEH — Tecumseh city leaders say new housing and commercial projects expected in 2026 could drive economic growth and reshape the community following a busy year of planning and development approvals. Bryan Vish has the story:
Extreme cold expected this weekend as Lenawee County urges precautions
LENAWEE CO. — Extreme cold expected this weekend in Lenawee County, with health officials urging residents to take precautions. The Lenawee County Health Department says the coldest temperatures of the winter season are expected from…
Monroe County seeks applicants to fill drain commissioner vacancy
MONROE CO. — Monroe County is moving to fill a vacancy in the office of Drain Commissioner. Under Michigan law, when a vacancy occurs during an elected term, the appointment is made by the presiding probate judge,