Waterford Today

Violent protest at the U.S. Capitol has both conservatives and liberals saying ‘enough’

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jan 15, 2021

After a recent protest that turned violent at the U.S. Capitol, many have voiced concern over how deeply divided the country is and how little they believe President Donald Trump has done to quell his supporters.

Colbeck claims irregularities at TCF Center ballot count, intentional Democrat interference

By Benjamin Kibbey | Nov 12, 2020

With several key states having very close vote tallies after the recent election, President Donald Trump’s campaign and fellow Republicans have raised concerns over various allegedly intentional efforts by Democrats on the ground in Democrat-controlled cities such as Detroit to prevent Republican poll challengers from witnessing vote counts.

Maddock's bill would end license plate stickers, saying they are no longer necessary

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 9, 2020

Rep. Matt Maddock (R-Milford) has sponsored a bill that would remove the need for registration stickers on Michigan license plates, saying they are no longer necessary.

U.S. Department of Justice seeks nursing home COVID-19 death data from Whitmer

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 29, 2020

Rep. Matt Maddock (R-Milford) recently posted to his Facebook page about the ongoing COVID-19 nursing home policies of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, which have now garnered the attention of the U.S. Department of Justice.

Johnson worries that actions at the state level are setting up local election officials for failure

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 26, 2020

The Michigan Senate recently approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Ruth Johnson (R-Holly) that would permit local election officials to begin processing the anticipated high number of absentee ballots on the day before the upcoming November election.

Johnson raises concerns over Benson’s handling of election preparations for Michigan

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 26, 2020

Sen. Ruth Johnson (R-Holly), a former Michigan Secretary of State and Oakland County Clerk, recently spoke on WJR’s "The Paul W. Smith Show" about her growing concerns as she has watched the handling of the lead-up to the November election under the leadership of current Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

From Shiawassee Times

Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

Waterford Chamber canceling fall Expo but planning for virtual event

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 1, 2020

The Waterford Chamber of Commerce has had to cancel its annual fall Expo, even after attempts to find alternative ways to hold the event, such as moving it outdoors and meeting health and safety requirements.

Senate bill would require police to intervene in cases of excessive force

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jun 26, 2020

With recent legislation she introduced, state Sen. Ruth Johnson (R-Holly) aims to make Michigan the first state with a legal requirement for police officers to intervene if they see another officer using excessive force.