DIVISION IN DELTA COUNTY: How firing an administrator led to thousands-strong recall movement

Schyler Perkins

May 4, 2024 at 11:05 PM

DELTA COUNTY, Mich. (WJMN) — Local 3 takes a deep dive to get to the bottom of why the firing of a county employee spurred thousands to call for the removal of three county commissioners.

For the latest update, check out our article on the winners of Tuesday’s recall election.

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