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Dooley’s bar in Roseville holds party ahead of COVID shutdown

ROSEVILLE, Mich. – When the new COVID-19 restrictions were announced over the weekend, Dooley’s in Roseville announced they were hosting one final party ahead of the shutdown. Under the new three-week restriction, indoor dining is no longer allowed at bars and restaurants. Local 4′s Tim Pamplin stopped by to see how the city was trying to keep everything safe. The president and CEO of Henry Ford Health System said Macomb County is a “pocket” of Michigan that struggles with COVID-19 mask compliance. Wright Lassiter spoke about the importance of following COVID-19 safety protocols during a virtual panel conversation among Michigan hospital leaders.

Michigan exotic animal owner set to get hundreds of seized animals returned

ROMULUS, Mich. – Javon Stacks said 640 animals, most of them hedgehogs, were seized during a raid in Romulus back in November of last year. At the time, prosecutors said those animals were neglected and accused him of being a “bootleg zookeeper.” Local 4′s Tim Pamplin caught up with Stacks on Friday after a judge said he should get the animals back. READ: Police seek Romulus ‘bootleg zookeeper’ who owned 300 hedgehogs, kangaroo, more animalsStacks is considering filling a claim for the animals who died while in custody. He said more than 200 died after they were seized during the investigation. “I loved animals ever since I was a little kid,” he said.

Suspected crocodile reported in Clinton River in Harrison Township

HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Macomb County Animal Control is investigating a suspected crocodile or alligator reported swimming through the Clinton River in Harrison Township. “It was just swimming over there, came up out of the water. It had seen me and then went back down in the water,” said Anthony, who was near the river. Local 4 News' Tim Pamplin explored Clinton River for sightings of the suspected reptile. You can watch Tim Pamplin’s full story in the video above.

Families who lost loved ones in the military honored with new Clinton Township monument

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Crews broke ground Thursday on a memorial to honor Gold Star Families who have lost loved ones in the military. The 7-foot-tall black granite monument will stand at the Clinton Township Hall on Romeo Plank Road. You can watch Tim Pamplin’s full story in the video player above. More information on the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument can be found on the Hershel Wood Williams Medal of Honor Foundation website.

Multiple vehicles stuck on flooded roads in Detroit

DETROIT Intense rains led to fallen trees, power outages and flooding overnight -- and the rain threat hasnt finished yet. Some drivers tried going through rising waters and their vehicle got stuck. READ: Intense rain overnight causes flooding across Metro DetroitMany vehicles, including a UPS truck and a semi truck got stuck in the road because of the rising waters. Local 4s Tim Pamplin was reporting in Detroit, along the Dearborn border where he saw several cars submerged. There were many people helping others who had become stuck in the water.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) survivor heads home after 73 days on ventilator in Detroit hospital

DETROIT A coronavirus (COVID-19) survivor who spent 73 days on a ventilator at a Detroit hospital finally got to head home Friday. Anne Duke and her family said they never gave up hope as she fought the virus. On Friday morning, she was released from the Rehabilitation Institute Of Michigan in Detroit. Local 4s Tim Pamplin was at the hospital as Duke left. You can watch his full story in the video posted above.

VIDEO: Whats left of the Palace of Auburn Hills

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. The Palace of Auburn Hills was a big part of Metro Detroit for nearly 30 years. Watch above: Tim Pamplin takes a tour of whats left of The Palace of Auburn HillsWhen The Palace opened in 1988, it revolutionized the way arenas were built. The final concert held at The Palace was Bob Seger on Sep. 23, 2017. A few weeks later, the final event at the venue was the Taste of Auburn Hills on Oct. 12, 2017. READ: Palace of Auburn Hills to be demolished this fall ahead of redevelopment project

Sanford hit hardest by dam failures, flooding in mid-Michigan

SANFORD, Mich. – The catastrophic flooding caused by two dam failures in mid-Michigan has affected multiple communities, but nobody has been hit harder than the small town of Sanford. After the Edenville Dam collapsed, all eyes turned to the Sanford Dam, which had water and debris pressing up against it. She said the community of 800 people is going to need help. “There’s a lot of debris floating in the lake.”She said the first job is to remove the debris forced up against the Sanford Dam. Red Cross officials are also at the scene to help residents.

Tim Pamplin tours mid-Michigan flood damage: ‘Roof of a house. No idea where rest of the house is’

Published: May 20, 2020, 10:35 am Updated: May 20, 2020, 12:22 pmMIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Local 4′s Tim Pamplin is in mid-Michigan to see the damage caused by two dam failures that led to catastrophic flooding across the area. AERIAL VIDEO: Complete devastation caused by dam failures in mid-Michigan“Beyond these bushes you see the roof of a house,” Tim said. He went to Downtown Sanford, finding the post office and restaurants almost completely underwater. Live reports all day on @Local4News pic.twitter.com/0deTDn0MwU — @Nightcam (@nightcam) May 20, 2020UPDATE: downtown Sanford is under water after several dams and levees fail. @Local4News pic.twitter.com/486IlfmJyk — @Nightcam (@nightcam) May 20, 2020

Aerial video shows complete devastation caused by dam failures in mid-Michigan

Published: May 20, 2020, 9:55 am Updated: May 20, 2020, 10:38 amMIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Local 4 has new video of the devastating damage and flooding caused by multiple dam failures in mid-Michigan. Aerial video from Sky 4 shows the state of Midland County around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. The Edenville Dam has broken and the Sanford Dam has been breached, officials said. No idea where rest of the house is’“This is unlike anything we’ve seen in Midland County,” she said. Families living along the Tittabawassee River and connected lakes in Midland County were ordered Tuesday evening to leave home.

In honor of Most Photogenic Kids contest, check out pictures from Tim Pamplin's childhood!

DETROIT - In honor of the ongoing America's Most Photogenic Babies and Kids contests, Tim Pamplin decided to bring out some of his childhood photos! Infants and children up to 6 years old can participate in the contest for most photogenic babies and kids. Contestants get a professional photo shoot, and parents can select the entry photos for the contest. Winners from about 15 cities compete for a chance to receive opportunities in various entertainment arts, according to the contest website. Click here to learn more or make an appointment for a photo shoot.

In honor of Most Photogenic Kids contest, check out pictures from Tim Pamplin's childhood!

DETROIT In honor of the ongoing America's Most Photogenic Babies and Kids contests, Tim Pamplin decided to bring out some of his childhood photos! Full Screen 1 / 8 Caption A photo from Tim Pamplin's childhood. (WDIV)Infants and children up to 6 years old can participate in the contest for most photogenic babies and kids. Contestants get a professional photo shoot, and parents can select the entry photos for the contest. Winners from about 15 cities compete for a chance to receive opportunities in various entertainment arts, according to the contest website.