Travis Hicks

Oak Park

Anchor and Reporter at WSYM-TV (Lansing, MI)

Ferris State Alum | Award winning News anchor/reporter for @FOX47News, @NABJ Member

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City officials address budget cuts in Eaton County

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

City officials address budget cuts in Eaton County. Another possible cut is a 30 percent reduction to community mental health services in Eaton County. Watch the video below for the full story. WATCH THE FULL STORY HERE City officials address budget cuts in Eaton County I've reported how Eaton County officials said budget cuts were coming, whether the public safety millage passed or failed. Since it failed a few weeks ago, we're now learning more about what those cuts might look like.
2025 Parks community grant program awards $400,000 to local communities in Eaton County

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — Eaton County will distribute $400,000 to support park enhancements across the County to bolster recreational opportunities and green spaces for residents. The 2025 Parks community grant program awards $400,000 to local communities in Eaton County. I caught up with a neighbor who told me this grant is perfect timing with summer around the corner. Watch the video below to learn about the park's grant.
The Eaton Rapids police department is ready to help surrounding municipalities

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — I met with the Eaton Rapids Police Chief, Larry Weeks, to see if anything different would happen with his staff. The Eaton Rapids police department is ready to help surrounding municipalities if necessary. Back on May 6th, residents in Eaton County voted down a public safety millage. Watch the video below for the full story.
Good Shepard has been serving the Eaton County community for more than a decade

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — We have been covering homelessness in Eaton County for several months. Good Shepard's mission is to break the chains of poverty. Good Shepard has been serving the Eaton County community for more than a decade. Today I learned about their mission to help those in need. Watch the video below to learn how they help people in need.
Mid-Michigan neighbors prepare for Memorial Day

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

LANSING, Mich — Mid-Michigan neighbors spent Sunday prepping, remembering those who died defending our countryMid-Michigan neighbors prepare for Memorial Day. Eaton County neighbor Michael Hall tells me that spending time with his loved ones is a blessing.
46th annual Cristo Rey Fiesta event held in Lansing

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

LANSING, Mich — On a day that felt more like mid-summer, the organizers told me this was only the beginning of a busy Latino festival season. The 46th annual Cristo Rey Fiesta event was held in Lansing. Which celebrates Hispanic Culture, many of our neighbors came out. Watch the video below to learn about Cristo Rey Fiesta. The 46th annual Cristo Rey Fiesta event was held in Lansing The 46th annual Cristo Rey Fiesta event was held in Lansing.
A special meeting was held at city hall in Charlotte

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — A special meeting was held here at City Hall in Charlotte, where a proposed budget could save money for neighbors. A new proposal could save neighbors money. Charlotte neighbor Robin Rice is hopeful this proposal will be passed.
Mental Health Walk event held at Charlotte High School

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — Mental Health Walk inside the Charlotte basketball gym allowed students to connect with local organizations on the importance of taking care of their mental health. Mental Health Walk event held at Charlotte High School. Students from 6th through 12th grades were provided resources for help. Watch the video below to learn about Mental health awareness. Mental Health Walk event held at Charlotte High School May is Mental Awareness Month.
Mid-Michigan neighbors celebrate 517 Day at Best Furniture Outlet in Lansing

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

LANSING, Mich — I'm here outside of Best Furniture Outlet in Lansing, because I caught up with neighbors on what makes the 517 great. Mid-Michigan neighbors celebrate 517 Day at Best Furniture Outlet in Lansing. Loren Smalley and his son attended a 517 Day celebration Saturday at the Best Furniture Outlet. Watch the video below to learn about 517 Day in Lansing.
Charlotte receives a housing grant to help many neighbors with home improvements

3 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Travis Hicks

CHARLOTTE, Mich — Charlotte receives a housing grant of $200,000 to help multiple neighbors fix issues in their homes. 20 neighbors have a chance to get repairs done on their homes. I caught up with one neighbor who applied for it. Watch the video below to learn about the housing grant. I'm in downtown Charlotte, where 20 neighbors have a chance to get repairs done on their homes, with financial help thanks to a recent grant. I caught up with one neighbor who applied for it.