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MARCH 27, 2024 candgnews.com
Macomb County and Grosse Pointe papers
Investigation underway at site of massive fire RUBBLE EXCAVATION EXPECTED EARLY APRIL BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The on-site investigation into the March 4 fire at a Clinton Township business has begun, according to township officials. While the rubble at the site of what was Select Distributors and the Goo Smoke Shop will not be cleared until early April, experts are being brought in to assess the scene on behalf of government agencies, the building’s owners and surrounding businesses, according to Clinton Township Fire Chief Tim Duncan. Investigators still do not have a
Debris litters the area near 15 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway in Clinton Township on March 5, the morning after an explosive fire at Select Distributors. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
See FIRE on page 7A
Livernois announces his retirement from WCS BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS — After 36 years in education, Warren Consolidated Schools Superintendent Robert Livernois has decided to retire. On March 7, the district issued a press release announcing his retirement, effective Aug. 30, 2024. Livernois, 57, also sent a letter to district families informing them of his retirement. “My journey with WCS has been incredibly fulfilling and rewarding,” he said. “As I reflect on my time here, I am filled with a deep sense of appreciation for the relationships I have formed. It has been an honor to serve as your superintendent, and I remain proud that my own children attended our schools and have grown up to be very successful adults. Livernois “While I am excited about this new chapter in my life, I will certainly miss the camaraderie and collaboration that has defined our district,” he added. “I have no doubt that the culture of respect that we have built will continue, and I am confident that WCS will remain strong, especially since we have an extraordinary Board of Education.” See LIVERNOIS on page 8A
File photo by Deb Jacques
“My journey with WCS has been incredibly fulfilling and rewarding,” retiring Warren Consolidated Schools Superintendent Robert Livernois said.