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Gladwin County homes, businesses damaged by storm

Rebecca Trylch — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

Mother Nature left her mark on Gladwin County. Strong winds knocked down power lines, toppled trees and blew bricks off the top of a building.

Local American Red Cross volunteers could head to Oklahoma

Siobhan Riley — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:21:00 EDT

Local American Red Cross volunteers could head to Oklahoma

Buena Vista school board recalls support staff, extends school year

Jennifer Profitt — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:19:00 EDT

Buena Vista students are settling back into the classroom after a two week hiatus.

Saginaw County Animal Control catches thieves on camera

Candace Burns — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

The Saginaw County Sheriffs Department is on the lookout for two people who stole from an animal control shelter.

Local first responders are thinking of colleagues in OK

Kristen Abraham — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

First responders in Michigan are being recognized this week for their service to the community, but their hearts are with fellow paramedics and EMT's in Oklahoma.

Flushing man approaches goal of honoring Vietnam War dead

Randy Conat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:31:00 EDT

A Mid-Michigan man is approaching a goal that seems nearly impossible. Over more than three decades he will have run more than 58,000 miles for a very special purpose.

American Cancer Society to celebrate 100th birthday

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:29:00 EDT

The American Cancer Society is celebrating its 100th birthday this week.

Power expected to be restored Tuesday night

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:26:00 EDT

There are still a number of power outages in Gladwin County.

June marks 60 years since the Beecher tornado

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

Next month will mark 60 years since the deadly Beecher tornado.

Genesee County first responder gets service award

Kristen Abraham — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

As emergency crews in Oklahoma search for survivors and slowly begin the healing process, Michigan is recognizing those unsung heroes who serve the community.

Sirens are still a good way to be warned

Kevin Goff — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

They are loud for a reason, and they definitely catch your attention.

Local storm chaser in OK when tornado hit

Lori Dougovito — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:01:00 EDT

Some of the incredible video you've been seeing comes from storm chasers.

Questions still loom after graduation celebration turns tragic

Terry Camp — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:58:00 EDT

For one graduating class, an incident involving under aged drinking changed some party-goers lives - forever.

Board meeting, question and answer session held for Buena Vista schools

Candace Burns — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

Buena Vista school leaders are working to get things back to normal for students.

Mid-Michigan cemetery gets makeover

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:29:00 EDT

A Mid-Michigan cemetery got a makeover heading into Memorial Weekend.

EPIC MRA poll ask voters about 2014 election

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

It may be more than a year away, but a new poll takes a look at two big statewide elections in 2014.

Police in Flint investigate death of 1-year-old

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:24:00 EDT

Police in Flint are investigating the death of a 1-year-old boy Monday night.

Flint Township restaurant plans to expand

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:09:00 EDT

A Flint Township restaurant is celebrating its one year anniversary with plans to expand.

EPIC MRA poll asks voters about Michigan roads

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:23:00 EDT

Most people agree Michigan roads are in rough shape.

Hyde Park Assisted Living residents put together care packages for troops

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:58:00 EDT

In honor of their service and sacrifice, Hyde Park Assisted Living facility in Flushing held a collection drive, with a goal of sending care packages to troops overseas.

Mid-Michigan schools take closer look at weather safety policies

Autumn Perry — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:53:00 EDT

The deadly tornado in Oklahoma and the threat of severe weather in Mid-Michigan has school districts taking a closer look at their weather safety policies.

Billy Durant statue on its way to be bronzed

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:31:00 EDT

The fourth in a series of automotive pioneers statues is on its way to be bronzed.

Bay City mayor, commissioners to take pay cut

ABC12 News Team — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

In Bay City, the mayor and commissioners are taking a $1,000 pay cut.

ABC12 investigates: Guns - from manufacturer to murder

Angie Hendershot — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:50:00 EDT

It was the gun used in a killing that shocked our community.

Saginaw City Council split on budget vote

Matt Franklin — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:45:00 EDT

A split vote Monday night is the reason Saginaw council-members will have to meet next week to approve the city's budget.

Thousands of Mid-Michigan residents without power after storm

Jennifer Profitt — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:44:00 EDT

The storm plunged more than 15,000 people into the dark and crews are out working right now to restore that service.

Volunteers spruce up Great Lakes National Cemetery

Randy Conat — Tue, 21 May 2013 04:06:00 EDT

The week before Memorial Day is a busy time at the Great Lakes National Cemetery. A team of volunteers considers it sacred ground and they want the area to look its best.

One-car crash claims the life of a Swartz Creek teen

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

Michigan State Police say a 16-year-old from Swartz Creek is dead following a one car crash Friday afternoon.

Buena Vista students return after two-week hiatus

Rebecca Trylch — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:34:00 EDT

After a two-week hiatus students in the Buena Vista School District returned to class Monday morning.

Stretch of Midland Road closed in Monitor Township

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

The Bay County Road Commission says Midland Road, from Three Mile to Four Mile Road, in Monitor Township is closed.

Lapeer East High School named one of Newsweek's 2013 America's Best High Schools

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

Lapeer East High School been named one of Newsweek's 2013 America's Best High Schools.

39 churches within Catholic Diocese of Saginaw to merge July 1

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Thirty-nine churches within the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw are coming together in new parishes with new names, once a merger goes into effect this summer.

Man involved in vandalism at Bronner's may be headed back to prison

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

One of the five men involved in the Christmas Day 2010 vandalism at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, could be headed back to jail.

Genesee County moves to state model for schools of choice

Kristen Abraham — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:07:00 EDT

Genesee County school superintendents have discontinued the Schools of Choice collaborative, which allowed only a certain percentage of students to go to other districts.

Man turns to ABC12 to get manhole replaced

Terry Camp — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

Manhole covers are sometimes stolen and turned in for scrap metal - and the holes in the ground can be a safety hazard for anyone who walks near.

Flint EM presents next year's budget

Jennifer Profitt — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

In Flint, Emergency Manager Ed Kurtz is presenting next year's budget - and for the short term, it looks like public safety will not be in jeopardy.

2 teens shot in Saginaw

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:03:00 EDT

Saginaw Police say two 14 year olds were shot over the weekend on Lincoln between Morris and Randolph.

Saginaw residents get glimpse of proposed financial plans

Siobhan Riley — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:02:00 EDT

People in Saginaw got a glimpse of proposed financial plans for their communities, Monday.

Gas prices rise before Memorial Day weekend

Autumn Perry — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:25:00 EDT

According to AAA, gas prices in Michigan have risen 10 cents just in the past week.

Man crashes into Huron County garage

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:27:00 EDT

A man got drunk, fell asleep behind the wheel and crashed into a garage in Huron County.

Swartz Creek teen killed in crash now identified

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:04:00 EDT

The Swartz Creek teenager who died in a crash Friday afternoon near the Genesee-Shiawassee County border has been identified.

"Click it or Ticket" Campaign now underway

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:01:00 EDT

The big summer travel season kicks off this weekend.

Saginaw Township motorcycle accident victims identified

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:57:00 EDT

We now know the names of the two victims in a deadly motorcycle accident in Saginaw Township.

Man hospitalized after moped accident

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:56:00 EDT

A man is in the hospital after a moped accident in Saginaw County's Kochville Township.

Carman-Ainsworth teachers to vote on new contract

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:29:00 EDT

Teachers in the Carman-Ainsworth School District will vote on a new contract this week.

Buena Vista students return to class

Marc Jacobson — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:25:00 EDT

Following an unexpected two week break, students in the Buena Vista School District finally hopped off the bus and returned to class Monday morning.

Buena Vista students are going back to class

Angela Brown — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:15:00 EDT

After nearly two weeks, Buena Vista students are officially headed back to school.

Flint Farmer's Market celebrates Flower Daze

ABC12 News Team — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:14:00 EDT

On Saturday, thousands got the opportunity to get a jump start on sprucing their yard up.

The future of Buena Vista schools is still in limbo

Angela Brown — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:14:00 EDT

The financial hurricane that battered Buena Vista schools is over, at least for now.