LACASA’s “Purple Reign” Gala Shines Spotlight on Community Partners & Advocates Howell, MI - LACASA Center’s second annual fundraising gala, Purple Reign: A Royal Evening of Purpose, was a night to remember as hundreds of guests came together at Crystal Gardens Event Center in Howell on October 24 to celebrate survivors, honor community champions, and raise vital funds for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual violence. In recognition of the color of national Domestic Violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 2025 Fowlerville graduate now a successful international entrepreneurEditor’s note: if you are interested in an interview with Everet Redman, contact Brett Rogers at brogers@cleary.edu and he will connect you with Everet. (HOWELL, MI) When Fowlerville High School student Everet Redman heard about the Early College Program through Cleary University, he thought, “why wouldn’t everyone take advantage of a free education?” One obstacle was grades, he learned, but Redman’s
The Reawakening Season: A Building Brought Back to Life Historic Theatre Season Marks the Beginning of a New Era for the Howell Opera House HOWELL, MI — Something extraordinary is happening in Howell. For the first time in more than one hundred years, the Livingston Arts Council will produce its own full season of theatre, beginning with an opera, inside the historic Howell Opera House. This season, titled The Reawakening Season: A Building Brought Back to Life, marks a defining moment in the Opera
LACASA Launches Annual “Starry Night Toy Drive” for Local Children in NeedGift card/toy collection will run November 1 – December 14 HOWELL, MI - LACASA Center officially kicks off its annual Starry Night Toy Drive on Saturday,November 1, collecting gift cards, and new, unwrapped toys, gifts, to ensure every child served by the organization experiences the magic of the holiday season. Each year, LACASA provides holiday gifts for dozens of local children and teens who have experienced domestic violence,
October 23, 2025 Cleary hosts free family days at the museum in Howell (HOWELL, MI) Looking for a creative way to spend your Sunday? The Arthur Secunda Museum, located at Cleary University’s Livingston campus, hosts Secunda Second Sundays, a day for families to tour the museum, explore Secunda’s enriching art and create a hands-on art project – all at no cost! Secunda Second Sundays are held on the second Sunday every month from 1 pm to 4 pm. Parking is free, admission is free, the art project for
While 72% of U.S. hiring managers say their company uses AI — up from 66% last fall — 55% admit their company doesn’t have the resources or training to help employees use it effectively. This is according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.Employers Embrace AI, But Fear Falling Behind AI’s promise of productivity and collaboration has driven adoption, with 34% of companies using it regularly, a jump from 25% last year. And the long-term strategy seems clear: 76% of hiring
A new survey from Express Employment Professionals and The Harris Poll reveals a growing tension in the hiring process: while most employers welcome overqualified candidates, concerns about retention and motivation often outweigh the benefits, leaving job seekers frustrated and anxious.Employers See Value — But Worry About Retention Seven in 10 U.S. hiring managers (70%) say their company typically considers overqualified candidates. The reasons are clear:50% believe they have more confidence on the