The argument is so hot police were called to mediate a township meeting. It's all over who is, or isn't allowed to use beaches and boat launches in Hamilton Township.
People in Hamilton Township in Clare County have been feuding over access to their lakes for years.
The beaches and boat launches had been open to everyone ever since the property was developed in the 60's. But, those who live nearby say they're tired of the drugs, sex and fighting and that's why they've taken it on themselves to close the beaches to the public.
Those who live near the beaches say they're deeded to the subdivisions and it's their right to close them to the public. They've put up these signs making it clear if you're not in the right plat section they don't want you on their beach.
But, township residents who do not live in the sections designated to use the beaches still have to pay taxes to maintain the lakes.
An attorney spoke at the township meeting saying those who put these signs up have every right to do it unless a judge says otherwise. Those who are no longer able to use boat launches or visit their favorite beaches say they plan on going to court and having them rule just that.
9&10's Ann Marie LaFlamme and photojournalist Joel Deaner have the details.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:30 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:30:09 GMT
9&10 News will be closely watching power outages throughout our viewing area from the early morning hours into the afternoon and evening. Right now the power outages have been limited to only a few counties. Consumers
9&10 News will be closely watching power outages throughout our viewing area from the early morning hours into the afternoon and evening.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:11:17 GMT
A former middle school teacher is accused of several crimes involving teenage girls. John Howell was arrested earlier this year. He was a teacher in Sault Ste. Marie before resigning. Police say
A former middle school teacher is accused of several crimes involving teenage girls. John Howell was arrested earlier this year. He was a teacher in Sault Ste. Marie before resigning. Police say
Monday, May 20 2013 6:55 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:55:13 GMT
Tara Felisky-Syler died when she was thrown from a car as it rolled over in Isabella County just two weeks before her high school graduation. The deadly accident happened on Weidman Road near Lincoln
Tara Felisky-Syler died when she was thrown from a car as it rolled over in Isabella County just two weeks before her high school graduation. The deadly accident happened on Weidman Road near Lincoln
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:01:18 GMT
This land will soon be home to 21 affordable housing units and it's all thanks to a partnership between the Habitat for Humanity and The Home Stretch Non Profit Housing Corporation. It's an effort to
This land will soon be home to 21 affordable housing units and it's all thanks to a partnership between the Habitat for Humanity and The Home Stretch Non Profit Housing Corporation. It's an effort to
Monday, May 20 2013 9:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:10:59 GMT
The storms we saw today around northern Michigan pale in comparison to those felt over the last 2 days across the midwest and central plains. Storms ripped through 5 states yesterday and into today,
We've just learned that the death toll has risen to 51 as a result from the Oklahoma tornadoes today.
At least 7 of those reported deaths are children.
The death toll is expected to rise.
Stay tuned for continuing coverage on this story.
We've just learned that the death toll has risen to 51 as a result from the Oklahoma tornadoes today.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:18:13 GMT
An Ada, Michigan man recieved serious injuries during a motorcyle accident when he collided with another car turning into a driveway. The incident was earlier today in Newayago County in Croton Township.
An Ada, Michigan man recieved serious injuries during a motorcyle accident when he collided with another car turning into a driveway. The incident was earlier today in Newayago County in Croton Township.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:53:15 GMT
Severe weather is slamming northern Michigan, bringing hail, heavy rain and howling winds. Right now, parts of northern Michigan are under severe thunderstorm warnings and watches, while others are being
Severe weather is slamming northern Michigan, bringing hail, heavy rain and howling winds. Right now, parts of northern Michigan are under severe thunderstorm warnings and watches, while others are being
Rescue crews are working through the night after a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood.
Emergency crews combed the sticks and rubble remains of an Oklahoma City suburb Tuesday morning less than a day after a massive tornado slammed through the community, flattening homes and demolishing an elementary school. At...
Monday, May 20 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:30:28 GMT
The best and brightest graduating seniors from all over northern Michigan gathered in one place today to receive a special honor. It's the 2013 Best of the Class. Kirtland Community College hosted
The best and brightest graduating seniors from all over northern Michigan gathered in one place today to receive a special honor. It's the 2013 Best of the Class. Kirtland Community College hosted
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