CENTER LINE — Wolfe Middle School eighth grade student Chris Sims walked over to the “housing” booth to buy a home for his spouse and two children, ages 1 and 6.

WARREN — When members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity’s Tau Mu Nu Chapter brought their mentoring program for young men to Lincoln High School, they wanted to offer enough support to make each member feel welcome.

MACOMB COUNTY — At press time, the Macomb Community College Board of Trustees planned to meet March 10, after the newspaper went to press, to discuss and possibly appoint a new president to lead the college.

WARREN — A local historian and retired Macomb Community College professor will not be charged for comments he recently made about shooting President Donald Trump.

MACOMB COUNTY — Four Macomb County communities are seeking feedback from residents on how to improve greenway space along a road connecting the west and east sides of the county.

WARREN — Through a new partnership between the city’s public safety departments, Warren first responders will now be able to get an almost-immediate look at a crime scene or emergency situation before the first units arrive.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A variety of scholarships for local students eyeing studies in everything from engineering to public administration are available this year from the Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A 26-year-old Sterling Heights man is facing felony charges for an alleged act of animal cruelty.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The city’s diversity will be on display March 13 during the 2026 Cultural Exchange, an annual event showcasing food, art, music, clothing and more from a variety of ethnicities.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Students and staff at Black Elementary kicked off National Reading Month in March a bit early when they welcomed Darrin Brege and Karen Bell-Brege Feb. 27.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The Sterling Heights City Council is taking a stand against proposed state legislation that would restrict local control over housing developments.

METRO DETROIT — Local officials from three counties are uniting with a message to Lansing lawmakers: Work with us, not against us.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The city’s summertime extravaganza, Sterlingfest, is set for some dancing, stomping and headbanging in 2026.

STERLING HEIGHTS — What goes around comes around. A Sterling Heights intersection has — again — been pegged among the state’s most hazardous for drivers to navigate. But is it really as perilous as its reputation would suggest?

METRO DETROIT — As people consider revitalizing their homes during the warmer months, there are many different ways to utilize antiques or secondhand furniture and trinkets as decorations for both the outside and inside of residences.

METRO DETROIT — Many things come with aging including a need to take a closer look at your finances. Here’s some advice from experts when retirement age approaches.

FARMINGTON — Erin Moylan took the oath to uphold the law and the U.S. Constitution as she was sworn in as a Farmington Public Safety officer at the City Council meeting Feb. 17.

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — The Farmington Public Schools recently announced its selection for High School Teacher of the Year.

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — Wishing to thank him for an act of kindness, the Montgomery family recently brought dinner for Farmington Public Safety officer Nash Plafkin, treating his entire shift at their headquarters.

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights City Council received an update recently on the work of the co-responder program, where clinicians from Oakland County Health Network assist police with individuals experiencing mental health crises.