Hackel, Stathakis Pay Visit to Woodstock Tobacco after Reports of K2 Being Sold

Macomb County officials and the Shelby Township Supervisor entered Woodstock Tobacco earlier this week looking for K2, after receiving several tips that the tobacco store continues to sell the synthetic marijuana even though an order banning the sale in M

Shelby-Utica Patch Election Guide

As we look ahead at the November elections, Patch.com will be covering all the local races, and candidates to help you make your decision. Here's a list at the top five races to keep an eye on this year.

Shelby Passes Ordinance Banning K2 Sale, Possession

After hearing parents plea, the Shelby Township Board of Trustees passed an ordinance banning the sale and possession of Spice and K2 in the township.

VIDEO: Hundreds Turn Out For K2 Protest; Gas Station Agrees to Stop Selling

During a rowdy protest Saturday, the Shelby Township Supervisor announced an ordinance that will be introduced to curb the sale of synthetic marijuana. Also, the Shelby Township Citgo Gas Station owner agreed to stop selling K2/Spice.

Boil Water Alert Lifted for Shelby Township

The Department of Public Works has lifted the boil water alert for Shelby Township.

K2 Rally at Local Businesses Planned for Saturday

Dearborn legislator introduces new bill to combat sale of K2, while local residents plan rally at Citgo Gas Station.

Utica Dispatcher Named Employee Of the Year

Dispatcher Maureen Niedieck was named the Utica Employee of the Year.

Update: Boil Water Alert Remains in Effect; 24 Mile Road Closed

All of Shelby Township remains under a boil water alert, two days after a 36-inch water main break gushed thousands of gallons of water onto 24 Mile Road.

20 People Vye to Make Up Shelby Township Board of Trustees

Twenty candidates for the Shelby Township Board of Trustees have been certified to appear on the Aug. 7 Primary Elections ballot.

Shelby Township Appoints Interim Fire Chief

More than a week after Shelby Township Fire Chief Gene Shepherd died, Chief of Training Lt. James Swinkowski was appointed the Interim Fire Chief.

Macomb County Collects Nearly a Ton of Prescription Meds at DEA Take-Back Day

According to the DEA, Macomb County drop-off sites collected approximately two-thirds of a ton of unused and expired prescription medications on April 28.

Farrington's Welfare Drug Testing Bill Taken up By House Committee

Utica State Rep. Jeff Farrington testified before the House Committee on Families, Children and Seniors on Tuesday.

Is the Shelby Library Understaffed and Overbooked?

The Shelby Township Library is the second-lowest per capita funded library in Michigan, next to Pontiac, for its population size.

Local Democrats Slam House Republican Education Funding Bill

Representatives say the state should restore nearly $1 billion cut last year from K-12 funding.

2 Shelby Residents Charged in Nationwide Medicare Fraud Takedown

Two Shelby Township residents were charged Wednesday in a nationwide medicare fraud take down that yielded 107 arrests in seven cities.

Shelby Approves Resolution that Would Allow Macomb to Build 41A Courthouse

Shelby Township has agreed to work out a deal with its neighbor Macomb Township that would allow Macomb to build a new 41A District Court if the two towns can come to terms on legacy costs.

Poll: Should State Regulate Iconic Barber Poles?

Barber shop owners tell Patch a proposed law could help ease the 'bandwagon' effect of barber shops coming back into popularity.

Shelby-Utica Annexation Battle: Timeline of Key Events

Check out the Patch timeline of key events in the Shelby-Utica annexation battle.

Clerk Stanley Grot Hosts First Citizens Advisory Meeting

Residents discuss roads, recreation, funds, current board, more during sometimes heated gathering

Construction Alert: Van Dyke Re-Construction Between 24, 25 Mile in Full-Swing

Pack your patience as you pass down Van Dyke Avenue between 24 and 25 Mile roads.

Shelby-Utica Annexation Battle: Utica Makes Final Large Property Tax Payment

Utica and Shelby Township get along now, but it wasn't always that way. The two neighboring towns were involved in a bitter legal battle for decades over a portion of annexed land.

State Emphasizes Safety for National Work Zone Awareness Week

Construction site crashes were lower in 2011 than in 2010.

Rizzo Services Wins Shelby Township Trash Contract

New trash and waste company to make recycling easier with rolling bin.

Have a Question for Utica State Rep. Jeff Farrington?

Here's your chance to sit and talk with Utica State Rep. Jeff Farrington.

UPDATE: Power Restored to Most in Shelby, Utica and Macomb

Power has been restored in Shelby Township, Utica and Macomb Township after high winds left nearly 3,000 in the dark.

Demolition To Resume at Former Visteon Plant

Indiana Metals to continue demolition of Visteon Plant.

Shelby to Get Glowing 'Welcome' Signs; Board Retires Bonds

Take a look at other news discussed at the Shelby Township Board of Trustees meeting.

Last Chance: Filing Deadline for 2011 Federal Income Tax Returns is April 17

You have one week left to file your 2011 federal income tax return before facing late penalties and interest.

Sgt. Ken Cazabon Named Shelby Police Officer of the Year

The Shelby Township Board of Trustees honored the 2011 Shelby Police Officer of the Year winner with a plaque Tuesday evening.

Chief: 2011 Shelby Township Firefighter of the Year 'All Around Good Guy'

Shelby Township's Firefighter of the Year presented award Tuesday evening.

Shelby Township's New Clerk Wants to Hear From You

The first Citizens Advisory Committee Sounding Board is set for April 24.

Shelby Township to Swear In New Police Chief

Roland Woelkers will be sworn in as the new police chief April 12.

Ex-Police, Fire Civil Service President Announces Supervisor Candidacy

Former Shelby Township Police and Fire Civil Service Commission announces candidacy for Supervisor's race.

Shelby Township Names New Police Chief

It's official: acting police chief Roland Woeker's is Shelby Township's new chief.

Have a Question for Utica State Rep. Jeff Farrington?

Here's your chance to sit and talk with Utica State Rep. Jeff Farrington.

Michigan Drivers Face Insurance Rate Hike

The Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association announces that motorists will see a $30 increase per vehicle.

Utica Lays Down Law For Pawnshop and Precious Gem Dealers

Utica passed several ordinances regulating pawnbrokers, second-hand dealers and precious gem dealers.

MAP: Orange Barrel Alert: 2012 Shelby Road Projects

Find out which streets to avoid in 2012 as Shelby Township approves more than $1.3 million for several road projects this year.

Shelby Approves Special Land Use; Conceptual Site Plan for Apartment Complex

The Shelby Township Board of Trustees gave two local business owners approval to carry on with their plans of expanding a vehicle storage yard and building an apartment complex.

Shelby Loosens Restrictions on Massage Parlors after Decades Old Prostitution Allegations

A change in the way Shelby Township does business with massage parlors has opened the doors for more massage parlors to open in Shelby Township.