Harmful Algal Bloom Detected at Gun Lake
Harmful Algal Bloom Detected at Gun Lake July 9, 2026 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is advising residents and visitors to use caution after a harmful algal bloom (HAB) was found at Gun Lake. Harmful algal blooms happen when blue-green algae (also called…
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Clears Cirque Italia Water Circus to Reopen Following Corrective Actions
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Clears Cirque Italia Water Circus to Reopen Following Corrective Actions May 30, 2026 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) has confirmed that corrective actions have been completed at the Cirque Italia Water Circus event site located at 5330…
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Investigating Sewage Discharge at Temporary Event Site
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Investigating Sewage Discharge at Temporary Event Site May 29, 2026 On May 29, 2026, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) confirmed a discharge of sewage and wastewater onto the ground in the parking lot at 5330 W.…
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Releases Fiscal Year 25 Annual Report
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Releases Fiscal Year 25 Annual Report May 12, 2026 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is proud to announce the release of its Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Annual Report. The report highlights the programs, partnerships, and services that supported the health…
Discover the Power of Nutrition: WIC Supports Local Families During National Nutrition Month
Discover the Power of Nutrition: WIC Supports Local Families During National Nutrition Month March 19, 2026 March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign that encourages people to make informed food choices and build healthy eating habits. This year’s theme, “Discover the…
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Announces Request for Proposals to Expand Substance Use Disorder Support Services
Barry-Eaton District Health Department Announces Request for Proposals to Expand Substance Use Disorder Support Services February 13, 2026 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is inviting qualified organizations to apply for funding to expand substance use disorder (SUD) support services…
First Rabies-Positive Bat Identified in Eaton County This Season
First Rabies-Positive Bat Identified in Eaton County This Season February 6, 2026 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) has confirmed that a bat found in Eaton County tested positive for rabies. The bat was discovered in the Charlotte area and…
You Can’t See It, Smell It, or Taste It… But Radon Could Be in Your Home Right Now
You Can’t See It, Smell It, or Taste It… But Radon Could Be in Your Home Right Now January 6, 2026 There’s something that could be in your home right now that most people never think about. It is called…
Healthy! Capital Counties Releases 2025-2027 Community Health Improvement Plan
Healthy! Capital Counties Releases 2025-2027 Community Health Improvement Plan December 12, 2025 Healthy! Capital Counties has released the 2025-2027 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), a strategic, community-driven strategy that outlines measurable actions to improve health and well-being across Clinton, Eaton,…
First Rabies-Positive Bat of the Season Detected in Barry County
First Rabies-Positive Bat of the Season Detected in Barry County December 9, 2025 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) was notified that a bat found in Barry County has tested positive for rabies. The bat, found in northern Barry County,…