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Published March 29, 2020

Local institutions share art, music and more online during coronavirus crisis

METRO DETROIT — The coronavirus outbreak has shuttered local institutions, and calls for social distancing have most people holed up at home, but that doesn’t mean the only options for entertainment are video games and television.

Published March 28, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Sterling Heights cleans way for business to synthesize sanitizer

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights city officials recently moved fast to get a local business help with its goal of manufacturing hand sanitizer, city officials said.

According to a GM statement, the company will begin manufacturing FDA-approved "Level 1" surgical masks in Warren next week. Equipment for the temporary conversion of the Mound Road Powertrain production facility was slated for delivery on March 27.

Published March 27, 2020

Warren Weekly

GM to make surgical masks at Warren Powertrain plant

WARREN — “The Arsenal of Democracy” is retooling to launch a mission of mercy. In a move reminiscent of the massive and critical American industrial contributions that helped defeat Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan during World War II, General Motors Co. on March 27 announced a series of initiatives geared toward fast-tracking the production of medical and personal protective equipment needed to safe lives and battle the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published March 27, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Oakland County announces $3 million Small Business Stabilization Fund

OAKLAND COUNTY — In an attempt to offer some relief to small businesses struggling under shutdown orders due to COVID-19, Oakland County Executive David Coulter announced a $3 million Small Business Stabilization Fund March 26.

Published March 26, 2020

Troy Times

Bridge demo will close Livernois under I-75 this weekend

METRO DETROIT — Crews will demolish the southbound Interstate 75 bridge over Livernois Road — which will close Livernois Road in both directions of the roadway under I-75 from 9 a.m. March 27 through 5 a.m. March 30.

Published March 25, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Police, fire staff seek to gear up, continue services

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights public safety staff and rescuers are thankful for assistance in keeping them safe so they can keep others safe.

Published March 24, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Six Scout troop members earn rank of Eagle

METRO DETROIT — A number of local neighborhood spots have received fresh, new looks on behalf of members of Boy Scout Troop No. 273.

The Clinton-Macomb Public Library Main Branch in Clinton Township, as well as the North Branch in Macomb Township and the South Branch in Clinton Township, are temporarily closed.

Published March 24, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Clinton-Macomb Public Library branches temporarily close

MACOMB TOWNSHIP/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton-Macomb Public Library branches are closed through at least April 5, but that doesn’t mean patrons will be left in the dark.

Published March 24, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Michigan shuts down in response to COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — All “non-critical” businesses in Michigan were ordered to close by midnight in an executive order from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer March 23.

On Feb. 28, 25 people from 10 different countries took the oath of allegiance to become American citizens Feb. 28 at the Macomb Intermediate School District Educational Service Center building in Clinton Township. Students from local school districts, including Warren Woods Tower High School and Center Line High School, attended as part of their studies.

Published March 24, 2020

Warren Weekly

Local students learn about U.S. naturalization process, attend ceremony

MACOMB COUNTY — When 25 new U.S. citizens took the oath of allegiance during a naturalization ceremony Feb. 28 at the Macomb Intermediate School District Educational Service Center building, students from local high schools took notice.

Published March 23, 2020

Woodward Talk

Ferndale, Berkley police adjust to coronavirus pandemic

FERNDALE/BERKLEY — The COVID-19 pandemic has brought forth much uncertainty with what’s happening in the country, but local police authorities want the public to know they’ll always have someone to call when they’re in need.

Macomb Township has declared a state of emergency, causing building closures.

Published March 23, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township declares state of emergency

On March 18, Macomb Township Supervisor Janet Dunn declared a state of emergency exists within Macomb Township due to the “unprecedented” COVID-19 situation. That came just days after the same announcement was made for Macomb County.

Chippewa Valley Schools administration building

Published March 23, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Chippewa Valley Schools launches online learning resources amidst pandemic

MACOMB TOWNSHIP/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Following Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s order of statewide closure of all K-12 school buildings through April 5, Chippewa Valley Schools announced that since the district’s spring break is the following week, school will resume April 13.

Published March 23, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Local school districts working virtually with students and families

FRASER/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On March 12, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered the closure of all K-12 school buildings — public, private and boarding — starting March 16 and concluding April 5. At press time, school buildings are scheduled to reopen Monday, April 6.

Published March 23, 2020

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Fraser mayor issues state of emergency

FRASER — On March 17, Fraser Mayor Mike Carnagie signed a state of emergency as the coronavirus outbreak continues to leave cities and residents with more questions than answers.

Published March 23, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Alone together

METRO DETROIT — Every night at 7 p.m., young kiddos in the Birmingham-Bloomfield area snuggle in with their favorite grownups and log in to a virtual meeting room. The families take turns reading their favorite bedtime story to the other kids in the video chat, and before shutting off their computers, they share a nightly prayer.

Published March 22, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Hospital official, cleaning expert tell how to keep homes clean, sanitized

METRO DETROIT — COVID-19 has forced many people into their homes to help stop the spread of the viral disease.

Published March 20, 2020

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Local business donates car to resident in need

ROSEVILLE — The loss of a car can be devastating, especially for low-income families.

Published March 20, 2020

Shelby - Utica News

Utica responds to Coronavirus pandemic

UTICA — Following the recent announcement of the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, the city of Utica has taken precautions to stop the spread of the virus.

Published March 20, 2020

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe mayor selected for local leaders program at Harvard

EASTPOINTE — Eastpointe’s mayor, Monique Owens, will be getting some higher education in the field of municipal leadership in a program at Harvard University.

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