Monroe County Reporters

Thanks to Ellison Family Farm for getting our fall decorations up!

Make sure to give them a follow and support another great local business! They offer a great family fun environment with great prices.

Fall is slowly creeping in, and they're ready for some fall-family-fun!

🎃 12120 Sumpter Rd, Carleton, MI 48117 🎃
(Field Entrance is across the street from 12130 Sumpter Rd)

They have some new additions this year! The pirate ship playground in the sand pit is going to be a huge hit!

Their kids also wanted to add some new drink additions to the concession stand! They will have two lemonade shake ups, and two dirty sodas to whip up for you!

*** Free Admission ***
Corn Maze -$4 - 3 and under free!
Bounce Pad ! $2
Sunflower trail
U-Pick Zinnia and Sunflowers!
Pumpkin House
Apple Cider and donuts
Paintball Range -$5/50 rounds
Corn Shed
Goats
Fall Photo Ops
and other farm game activities!

🦌 LOOKING FOR PROPERTY FOR DEER MANAGEMENT

We are looking for landowners in Monroe County or the surrounding area who may be interested in having some deer management done on their property this season.

If you have property with an overpopulation of deer, crop/property damage or are just a nice person with some land we can help😉

We are looking to fill the freezers this year!

If you or someone you know has property that could use some deer management, please send us a private message. I’d be happy to talk and see if it would be a good fit!

Thank you!

Harmful Algal Blooms are algae in lakes, rivers, and streams that can make people and pets sick.

If you see bodies of water with suspicious-looking algae, report them to the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Call 800-662-9278 or email [email protected].

Check out this map of reported Harmful Algal Blooms in Michigan: https://bit.ly/4415fa9

Monroe Township Fire, Monroe County Sheriff's and MCA are on scene on Southbound I-75 north of Dunbar road for a car vs semi injury accident.

MCA is reporting two patients with injuries

***Update ***
Southbound lanes are back open.
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**TRAFFIC ALERT**

Both Northbound and Southbound US-23 Is closed between Ida West and Ida Center due to a construction crew hitting a gas line.

Summerfield Fire, Dundee Fire, Monroe County Sheriff's, Dundee Police and Michigan gas are all responding

Threats at Local Church – Arrest Made

On September 22, 2026, at approximately 12:07 p.m., Monroe Police Officers responded to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 511 S. Monroe Street, after receiving a report of an individual inside the church threatening to burn down the building.

Upon arrival, officers located a 29-year-old man from the Oak Park, Michigan, area who was identified as the individual who made the threatening statements.

During the investigation, witnesses reported that the man had expressed frustration with the Catholic Church and made statements threatening to burn down the building. During his contact with officers, the man acknowledged making comments about burning the church.

Officers arrested the man and lodged him at the Monroe County Jail without incident. Charges of Intimidation/Stalking with Threats to Burn and Disorderly Conduct are being pursued. The case will be forwarded to the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office for review.

The Monroe Public Safety Department takes threats directed toward places of worship and other community facilities seriously. Threats involving the safety of those who live, work, and worship in our community will receive an appropriate law enforcement response.

For additional information and resources for local places of worship, visit the Monroe Public Safety Department’s House of Worship Resource Guide: https://tinyurl.com/25cumtcc

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🍂 Cooler temperatures are here! 🍂

Now is the perfect time to make sure your furnace is ready to keep your home warm and comfortable with American Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration, Inc. 🔥🏠

✅ Help catch potential issues early
✅ Improve system performance
✅ Check for safe operation
✅ Get your home ready for heating season

🍁 Don’t wait until the first cold night to find out your furnace needs attention!

📞 Contact us today to schedule your fall Furnace Clean & Check and head into the heating season with peace of mind! (734) 241-8800

MCOP is actively taking applications for its Weatherization Assistance Program!
This program is available in Monroe, Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties.
We can help with energy upgrades that include insulation, venting, air sealing, furnace and water heater evaluation and more!
If you live in Monroe County, call (734) 241-2775, ext. 803.
If you live in Jackson, Lenawee or Hillsdale Counties, call (517) 784-4800, ext. 1272.

🗳️ Are you ?

Today is National Voter Registration Day, a great reminder to take a minute to check your voter registration and make sure your information is up to date.

Whether you’ve moved, changed your name or simply haven’t checked your registration in a while, now is a good time to make sure you’re ready for the November 3 General Election.

📅 Here’s what Michigan voters need to know:

▪️ Through October 19: Eligible voters may register or update their registration online, by mail or in person.

▪️ October 20 through Election Day: Registration must be completed in person at your local city or township clerk’s office with proof of residency.

▪️November 3 (Election Day): It’s not too late! Eligible residents can register and vote at their local clerk’s office. If you’re in line by 8PM, you may still register and vote.

Not sure if you’re registered?
Check your status, update your information or register to vote: 🔗https://tinyurl.com/396b3bp4