Connor Veenstra

West Bloomfield Township

Staff Reporter at Bedford Now

chronically success-impaired

Articles

Jackman Road Elementary holds annual scooter ball games

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

TEMPERANCE — Students of Jackman Road Elementary School gathered in the gym Thursday, June 5, to watch the fifth-graders take on the teachers in the annual scooter ball games. The students and staff were divided into multiple teams and faced each other in several games of basketball played on scooters for more than an hour. The sound of cheering from the students is so loud that it can be heard outside the building.
Jackman Road Elementary holds its annual scooter ball games

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

Students and faculty go head-to-head at Jackman ElementaryThe kids score one for their team. Connor Veenstra/The Monroe NewsKindergarten through fourth-graders watch the game intensely. Connor Veenstra/The Monroe NewsThe crowd cheers for the teams. Connor Veenstra/The Monroe NewsA student and faculty member scuffle over the ball. Connor Veenstra/The Monroe News
Monroe County deputies investigating reports of person firing gun out of vehicle

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

BERLIN TOWNSHIP — The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating reports of someone shooting from their vehicle. On Tuesday, June 3, at 11:15 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 4000 block of South Huron River Drive after a 911 caller said a vehicle was passing through the area when an occupant fired a gun eight times. While canvassing the area, deputies found a vehicle matching the description in the 14000 block of Chamberlin Road.
St. Mary's park vandalized with graffiti

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Connor Veenstra

MONROE — Someone named Sunshine left their mark at St. Mary's Park. On Saturday, May 31, at 10:42 a.m., officers from the Monroe Public Safety Department responded to a report of vandalism at the park, where they confirmed that graffiti had been spray-painted on the rooftop, reading "Sunshine Wuz Here."The police are seeking information to help identify the vandal.
Monroe park band shell vandalized with spray-paint

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

MONROE — Someone named Sunshine left their mark at St. Mary's Park. On Saturday, May 31, at 10:42 a.m., officers from the Monroe Public Safety Department responded to a report of vandalism at the park, where they confirmed that graffiti had been spray-painted on the rooftop, reading "Sunshine Wuz Here."The police are seeking information to help identify the vandal.
Jefferson High School graduation sees 99 get their diploma

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

FRENCHTOWN TOWNSHIP — On Thursday evening, May 29, Jefferson High School bade farewell to its class of 2025. After a performance by the high school band, Superintendent Amy Gee was the first to speak, growing emotional as she addressed the class of 99 students. "The class of 2025 was the first group of students I had the honor of serving as superintendent from start to finish," she said. "Over the past year, we've grown together.
Courageous Rehab and Wellness grows community in Monroe

3 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

MONROE — In April 2024, physical therapist Dr. Emily Neil opened the doors of Courageous Rehab and Wellness in Monroe. More than a year later, she's making the 24/7 gym and physical therapy practice a positive example of health and fitness in her community. Since opening, Neil's operations have succeeded, with many of her physical therapy patients becoming gym members after treatment.
Road watch: What's on tap for Monroe city streets next week?

4 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

MONROE — The following projects are slated for the week of May 31 to June 7 in the City of Monroe. Salenbien Trucking and Excavating continues water main installation west of Monroe. Service reconnections and pavement patching will continue south of M-50, and main installation will continue on the north side of M-50. This will likely involve periodic closures of the westbound right lane of M-50.
Bobby Cullen, local actor, directs film in Monroe with local talent

1 month ago | monroenews.com | Connor Veenstra

Monroe native Bobby Cullen recently finished filming his directorial debut, a short film titled "He's Just a Friend," in his hometown and surrounding areas. The romantic dramedy explores the complexities of a couple's relationship after a new male friend enters the picture. The film features local talent, including first-time actress Autumn Raymond from Newport.
Temperance family business offers hanging flowers for the summer K&B

1 month ago | farmersadvance.com | Connor Veenstra

Connor VeenstraThe Monroe NewsThe business, known for its hanging basket combos and customizable orders, has seen increased vegetable sales due to rising grocery prices. K&B Plants, a family-owned flower and vegetable business started in 1984, is transitioning ownership to the founders' daughter, Kristen Brown. TEMPERANCE — Every year, from April 25 to Father's Day, the doors are open and flowers bloom at K&B Plants, and soon it'll have a new owner.