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Flint Water Settlement Update

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DAVISON (DTV) – (6/10/26) –  “I want my money!”

 Like the rest of Flint residents, Tommie Brown Jr has been waiting over 10 years since the crisis began to receive the justice the people of Flint deserve for the struggles the Flint Water crisis put them through.

Nearly 5 years ago, the 625 million dollar Flint Water settlement was approved. Just a few months ago, after waiting and waiting,  the first settlement claims were finally sent out. But, some citizens haven’t heard back or were denied, and don’t understand why, like  Zaria Jackson and Brenda Sasser.

Jackson said, “I felt like they didn’t do enough investigation. They didn’t really care. They didn’t ask the questions where they could show. And of course, I don’t really. Okay. I did my part with as far as submitting the medical forms that they asked for. I signed every application of paper that they gave regarding all the information about. Only to be steered away all these years later and be denied.” 

“That was probably 2019, maybe 2020. Yeah. And, they sent me some information. I had to go to a store to pick it up, and I filled out the information, and I sent, and I haven’t heard any more about that.” said Sasser.

Frustration comes with the little information they have received to get the money they deserve for their basic necessities. But, to them, their calls for action are being ignored by the government.

 “I mean, it’s very disappointing because that money could’ve gone towards getting some of the stuff done. It actually fixed around the house, like getting the actual filter water system that they’re not giving out anymore. So that’s the first clean water where our skin is not itching in any type of creams. Is that for. It wasn’t fair.” said Jackson.

Sasser voiced her frustration when she said, “You know, they said the water, we’re going to get paid for the water. And I’m just thinking they just talking, you know, because nobody, I don’t know, nobody has gotten paid for the water.”

Tommie Brown Jr. says, “Pay some money to them? Pay some money to us. We’ve been waiting a mighty long time for that! They want us to pay for water. Pay me for the water in our drinking when it’s all messed up. Then we can talk about payment.”

Anyone who did file a claim and is waiting to receive their money can check the Flint Water Settlement Website for the status of their claim or contact information for claim administrators. If your claim was accepted, you will receive an “Award Notice” in your mail or e-mail. On the award notice, you will find the website address where you will fill in your information, a unique user ID, and a list of payment options you will select on the website.

But even with these payments, the people of Flint are still upset with all the problems the crisis has left behind.

Sasser said, “It’s frustrating and it’s terrible. We live in the United States of America, Flint town Michigan, with water that’s been jacked up over ten years. It’s terrible. This is really terrible.”

Davison Twp. Police Chief and Davison Schools caution students and parents after “water wars” incident

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DAVISON (DTV) – (5/12/26) – It’s a high school tradition for seniors that many see as some harmless fun before graduation–a game of “water wars.” But Davison Township police and Davison Community Schools are warning that this game nearly took a tragic, and potentially deadly, turn. A split-second decision by a local officer is being credited with preventing a disaster after a student jumped out of the shadows to “soak” what he thought was a fellow water wars target only to find himself staring down the barrel of an actual gun. 

DTV recently spoke with Davison Township Police Chief, Jay Rendon and Davison Schools School Resource Officer Dexter Taylor. Chief Rendon is cautioning teens to really think before they take part in games like this. He walked us through what happened the night of the incident. The body cam footage from the night of the incident has been blurred and censored but it is still shocking. 

Click HERE to watch the interview and breakdown of the footage.

Davison Community Schools shared the following letter with seniors of DHS/DAE and their parents on Saturday May 9th: 

Dear Parents of Seniors:

We are reaching out today because we are very concerned that someone is going to get seriously hurt – or worse –  as seniors engage in the game of “water wars” following an incident that occurred last night.

Davison Township Police Chief Jay Rendon said that one of his officers was responding to a 911 call regarding suspicious activity when he encountered a car parked in an area neighborhood with no one in it. The officer ran the plates and it didn’t belong to anyone in the area so he proceeded to check with neighbors, all of whom did not recognize the vehicle. At this point, according to Chief Rendon, the officer knew the vehicle didn’t belong in the area and suspected he could be dealing with a burglary in process. The officer noticed an opened fence at a nearby residence and proceeded to the yard to investigate. That is when a student jumped out at the officer, whose gun was drawn, and shot his squirt gun, getting the officer wet. 

We are so very thankful that the officer, in spite of it  being dark out, was able to determine that the student was not a threat and no one was hurt.

We are also aware that police have also responded to other calls regarding the water wars, such as speeding, trespassing and disruption to local businesses.

We have cautioned students through our Daily Announcements and DTV newscasts that these behaviors can be reported to police and lead to more serious consequences but after last night’s incident we are strongly encouraging students to simply stop playing this game before a seemingly harmless senior prank ends up with tragic results. Please talk with your student about the dangers and consequences involved in continuing to play water wars.

Matt Lobban, Superintendent

Davison Community Schools

You can watch the full body cam video HERE.

 

 

Davison JV Powerlifters win national championship

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KILLEEN,TX (DTV) – (03/27/2026) – The Davison JV Powerlifters have put the program on the big stage after the boys dominated and claimed the title of the 2026 national champions! The girls also had an impressive showing at the national competition in Killeen Texas finishing in the top 5 with 3rd place! Davison also won the combined overall team championship.

“The kids are working so hard. And it’s really cool to see everybody come together this far from home.” said powerlifting coach Zachary Wagner, who is lovingly known as “Coach Wags” 

Up next is the varsity members who started competing early Friday morning. Keith Wheeler took 3rd in his weight class at nationals. Tori Schumacher, Mackenzie Arden, and Bella Keasler all finished in the top 10 but did not medal.

“The mindset is always, you know, kind of what the mindset is in every Davison athlete. We’re going to compete, we’re going to drive, and we’re going to show the world what we got.” said Coach Wags.

This is only the 4th year of the program and Coach Wags says he is going to continue pushing these powerlifters forward not only in powerlifting, but in life. 

“My message to the kids has always been, what does it take to break you? And it’s a Nick Saban thing. And so just because something happens to you on the last play, it can’t affect the next play, it can’t affect the next lift. And I tell these kids that, you know, yes this is for powerlifting, and yes Nick Saban is a football coach. And yes, you know this is all sports and that, but in life that’s going to happen to you. You’re going to be on your way to work and you’re going to get a flat tire. Does that ruin your week? You know, what does it take to break you? Don’t let it break your focus. Don’t let it break your concentration. Stay focused and stay in gear. And really, that’s what our focus is with these kids. And when you do that, great things are happening and it’s showing and it’s really cool.”

You can listen to the full interview HERE

Or follow their journey on the Davison High School Powerlifting Facebook page

 

 

 

 

Davison High School Prom 2026: What you need to know

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DAVISON (DTV) – (03/04/2026) – Davison High School’s prom will be held on Saturday April 25th at the Lafayette Grande in Pontiac.

This year there are a few changes to purchasing tickets.  Seniors will be allowed to purchase first starting on March 16th through March 18th. On March 19th juniors will be allowed to buy their tickets. Seniors can still purchase their tickets during this time as well.

Tickets are $90 a piece if you use cash or check to buy them.  New this year is the ability to purchase tickets with a card. There is a processing fee for those paying buy card, so the total cost will be $93.

If you are buying a ticket for an outside guest, your guest MUST BE APPROVED before you buy their ticket.  You can purchase YOUR ticket, but no guest tickets will be sold until your guest is approved. 

Students will be bussed from Davison High School to the Lafayette Grande on the day of prom. Busses will be lined up on the east side of DHS. Students need to arrive no later than 4:45 p.m. You can park on the far east side of the high school or in the student parking lot. All students need to have their ID with them to check in. Busses will leave promptly at 5 p.m.

Students will NOT be allowed to drive themselves. They MUST ride the bus to and from prom. No exceptions.

  • You are NOT allowed to bring food on the buses
  • NO bags are allowed that are any bigger than a clutch purse
  • Drinks are allowed, as long as they are sealed and the chaperone can open it and break the seal.  
  • There are NO assigned seats on the buses
  • Students will be subject to search upon entering bus. 

Coming home:

  • Buses will be available to board for the ride home at 9:45, do not leave the venue before that. 
  • You are to check in again with your chaperone as you board the buses to head back to DHS.
  • You MUST ride the same bus home that you rode on the way there!
  • Snacks and water will be available on the ride home.

See Ms. Aboneaaj in room 212 with any questions

 

Spreading Kindness and Smiles at DMS with the Sunshine Project

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DAVISON (DTV) – (11/18/2025) – Some days kindness can be hard to come by, making middle school challenging for many students.

“Middle school isn’t always easy. I mean, there’s always struggles in middle school and there’s always things going on.” Says Rylee Ferguson, a middle school student and girl scout.

Girl scouts from DMS decided to come together to create the sunshine closet to make sure that the kindness students show to others is recognized.
By offering prizes and acknowledgements, they hope to encourage everyone to spread light around the school.

Racers at Heart: The Lois Craig Invitational

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FLINT, MI (DTV) – Lois Craig Invitational is more than just a race — it’s a celebration of joy, unity, and inclusion. Held during the Crim Festival of Races in Flint, it shines a well-deserved spotlight on Special Olympics athletes, giving them a moment to be seen, cheered for, and celebrated by the entire community. The energy is electric — smiles stretch wide, cheers echo down Saginaw Street, and hearts fill with pride as runners cross the finish line. For many, it’s not about winning, but about the happiness that comes from running together and being part of something bigger. The Lois Craig Invitational reminds everyone that every stride, no matter the pace, deserves applause and that true victory lies in the shared spirit of support and love.

 

Jaxson Dosh’s Quarterback Dream

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DAVISON (DTV) – (10/3/2025) – The opportunity to play Davison football means more to senior Jaxson Dosh than you may think. Being the quarterback is not just a passion of his, but a life long dream he has had since he was a kid. And now that he has this position, it’s not about personal glory. He has his eyes set on something bigger!

2025 DHS Graduation Ceremony

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DAVISON (DTV) – (6/9/24) – The Davison High School graduation ceremony is tonight, Monday June 9th at the Dort Financial Center. It will start at 7 p.m. No tickets are needed and there is no set number of guests allowed per graduate. Doors to the arena will open at 5:30 p.m.

The Dort Financial Center charges $10 for parking and only cash will be accepted. The Dort Financial Center does have a bag policy. It is strongly recommended by the event center to avoid bringing bags to events. However, if necessary, visitors may bring:

Small non-clear bags not larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 1.5″ in dimensions
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (e.g., Ziplock bags)
Medical or diaper bags must measure smaller than 14” x 14″ x 6″ and are required to pass through security inspection.
All visitors will be required to pass through a metal detector so it is encouraged that students and their families arrive early in order to ensure they have enough time to enter and find their seats.
Click HERE for the Bag and Security policy at Dort Financial Event Center.
DTV will be streaming the event LIVE on our YouTube channel starting at 7 p.m. You can also download the new DTV News app for smart TVs! Just go to wherever you download apps and search “DTV News”. This is available for Roku, Fire, and Apple smart TVs.

DHS ESports team celebrates nationals/hosts upcoming tournament

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DAVISON (DTV) – (06/05/25) -DHS ESports Varsity Smash Bros. Crew Battle team, Davison Jab-Lock, earned the chance to compete at the national level after placing at the MiHSEF state finals.  During the weekend of May 30th, they traveled to Beloit, Wisconsin for the Eclipse Scholastic E sports Showcase National Competition. Several colleges were there to scout prospects, including Illinois Tech, UW-River Falls, and Lakeland University to name a few.

The first rounds of play were broken up into round robin pools consisting of 8 players each. Each pool had top players from different states. All players in every pool would have to play each other and only the top 2 players from each pool would go on to compete in the finals bracket.

Junior Sam Laatz placed 20th overall, finishing his pool with a 3 wins and 4 loss record. Junior Graham Williams finished his pool with a record of 4 to 3, placing 15th overall. And the team’s highest placement was Junior Aidyn Harrison in 13th with a 4-3 record.

During their trip they were able to do some sightseeing in Chicago.

DHS ESports crew did some sightseeing in Chicago, IL. Here they are at the famous “Chicago Bean” Cloud Gate, in Millennium Park

On the way back home to Davison, they made a final stop to a DTV favorite, the last Hot n Now, which is in Sturgis Michigan.

On Saturday June 7th, the ESports team will be celebrating their return home from nationals by hosting an all-ages Super Smash Bros. tournament. They’re calling it “The Bird House 2” and it will held in the media center at Davison High School.

There will also be featured side events of Smash 64 on original hardware, Bopl Battle, and more!
This event is being run through Start.gg. Entrants will need a Start.gg account register.
Cost: Entry is $10 per entrant.  Entry includes Main Bracket and AMs. Additional Brackets are $5 per entrant each. Cash ONLY. Pay at entry.
Time: Check-in starts and doors open at 1pm, Doubles Starts at 2pm, Main bracket starts at 3pm. The Event and all brackets should conclude by 8pm.
Bracket Size: Due to venue limitations, the main bracket size is limited to 64 entrants.
Setups: BRING YOUR OWN CONTROLLERS! Extra Switch Consoles with the game plus DLC and GC adapters will be needed and are greatly appreciated. The Davison ESports Club will be providing 10 stations with Monitors, Docks, and Speakers.

Keeping your pets safe in the winter

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DAVISON (DTV) – (3/6/25) – After a little preview of spring, many of us in Mid-Michigan woke up to winter once again. Living in Michigan, we all know just how cold it can get in the winter. And while we can bundle up to stay warm, our pets rely on us for protection. Many of us have pets that we consider family members, and it’s our responsibility to make sure they stay safe and healthy when temperatures drop. From keeping them warm to protecting their paws, there are a few simple steps you can take during the cold winter months.

Watch the full story by DTV’s Layla Bishop HERE

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