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Calhoun County

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natural-disasters1 year ago

Midwest Hit by Multiple Tornadoes in Overnight Storms

Rare tornadoes hit parts of Genesee and Calhoun counties in Michigan, causing damage to homes and infrastructure. No deaths or injuries were reported, but significant property damage and power outages were observed. Cleanup efforts were underway, and local officials urged caution due to downed power lines and blocked roads. The tornadoes came after unseasonable warmth and record-high temperatures in southeast Michigan, and six months after a previous tornado event in the state.

politics2 years ago

Calhoun County Sheriff Resigns Amid Controversy

Calhoun County Sheriff J. Warren Basnett has resigned from his position after facing criticism from fellow county officials over alleged improprieties in office, including bringing guns to a career day event at a school and promoting a deputy to corporal without following the required processes. The resignation will take effect on April 30th, and the Calhoun County Commission will have 30 days to name Basnett’s replacement.