FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — More than a decade has passed since three members of the Farmington Hills City Council decided that it was time to start having “community conversations” about suicide.

FARMINGTON — The Christian Science First Church, located at 33825 Grand River Ave., is adjacent to the Governor Warner Mansion and is a property that has piqued the interest of Farmington City Manager David Murphy for a “long time.”

STERLING HEIGHTS — As part of its ongoing program of spotlighting local artists, the Sterling Heights Arts Commission named Gail Borowski as its Featured Artist for August and September.

MACOMB COUNTY —  As the 2022-2023 school year gets underway, a group of local educators, elected officials and law enforcement personnel met Aug. 23 to discuss school safety. 

CENTER LINE — One day when substitute teaching at Center Line High School, a sophomore asked Thomas Walkush, “What is the meaning of good?"

WARREN — During his years at De La Salle Collegiate High School, student Robert L. Nugent always stayed involved.

PONTIAC — With the 50th anniversary of Title IX occurring back in June, the importance of everything it brought — to not only sports- or education-based inclusion, but basic safety measures for women — was celebrated Aug. 12 at the UWM Sports Complex in Pontiac.

METRO DETROIT — “Remarkable” would describe Kirk Gibson’s walk-off home run in the 1988 World Series off Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley, or bringing the last World Series title to Detroit in 1984. 

MADISON HEIGHTS — Massive murals continue to pop up in Madison Heights, turning empty walls into expansive fantasy worlds and scenes of natural splendor.

METRO DETROIT — In its first time back since the 2020 cancellation due to COVID-19, the attendance and atmosphere returned to normalcy last year.

METRO DETROIT — Last year, many child care centers across Michigan were forced to close their doors due to financial strain and limited staff, but this year, local centers say their business is booming.

METRO DETROIT — Lights can make nights brighter, safer and more accessible, but many people want the public to be mindful of the light they shine out into the darkness.

MACOMB COUNTY — As September rolls around, runners in Macomb County are gearing up for two events aimed at raising money for first responders, military personnel and their families on the anniversary of 9/11.

MACOMB COUNTY — For nearly 50 years, the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office Marine Sheriff Division has been served by a single boathouse at the eastern edge of Harrison Township. But on Tuesday, Aug. 30, county officials broke ground on a project to replace the aging facility with a brand-new headquarters for the Marine Division. 

WARREN — Two children were hospitalized, one with severe injuries, after being electrocuted by a live wire Aug. 30, according to Warren police.

ROSEVILLE — A Roseville man escaped a house fire without injuries Aug. 30 after his neighbors alerted him to the fire.

WARREN — A woman from Warren is facing charges following the death of a Detroit woman from a vehicular crash.

SOUTHFIELD — From art and cooking to gardening and exercise, a local nonprofit is trying to provide meaningful activities for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them to hone skills and nurture their creative side.

SOUTHFIELD — If you find yourself inside Southfield City Hall anytime soon, you’ll find on display a showcase of art in the building, including some by a resident.

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The Lathrup Village City Council decided to hold off on an offer for the former location of the House-in-the-Woods.