NOVI — The American Association of University Women Northville-Novi Branch commemorated 50 years of advocating for women in the community with dinner and a “walk down memory lane” at Genitti’s Hole in the Wall in downtown Northville on Sept. 24. 

NOVI — After years of planning and hard work, taiko drums sounded and a rainbow appeared over the ornate Japanese garden in the heart of the Sakura Novi development off Grand River Avenue in Novi following the garden’s dedication Oct. 23.

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Public Schools were recently awarded state funding for 10 electric buses.

LATHRUP VILLAGE — Residents in Lathrup Village have two proposals on the ballot for the Nov. 4 election.

SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield is in mourning after the passing of a longtime City Council member.

EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe City Council’s first pick for a city manager withdrew his application.

TROY — Halloween came early to Troy Historic Village.

TROY — Two suspects connected to a break-in at the Bootleg Liquor Store, located at 4973 Livernois in Troy, were arrested by Troy police Oct. 12.

TROY — Troy police recently arrested a suspect in connection with a bank robbery at the Fifth Third Bank in Troy.

TROY — Ryan Wang, a student at Troy High, is one of two Michigan high school seniors honored as a 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar.

MIDLAND — The Troy High boys tennis team hoisted the 2025 MHSAA Division 1 state title trophy Oct. 18. It was the first time they had done so in four years.

ROCHESTER — Voters in the city of Rochester will weigh in Nov. 4 on a ballot proposal to remove language from the City Charter regarding primary elections.

ROCHESTER HILLS — Members of the Rochester Hills Fire Department were recently recognized for their bravery, leadership and commitment to public safety throughout the past year.

ROCHESTER HILLS — A millage renewal focused on the Rochester-Avon Recreation Authority will be voted on by Rochester Hills residents Nov. 4.

TROY — Six students from Troy High have launched a nonprofit called Project Synara with the goal of educating the public about epilepsy. 

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — The fate of the shuttered Jo-Ann fabric and craft store at 18850 Mack Ave. is no longer a question mark.

FERNDALE — Ferndale Public Schools was recently awarded state funding for three electric buses.

METRO DETROIT — As they retire, experience age-related health conditions and even lose loved ones, some older adults may find themselves experiencing loneliness — possibly for the first time.

BERKLEY — A potential threat of violence led to an investigation by local police that eventually cleared any involvement at schools in Berkley.

BERKLEY — After extinguishing a fire at an office building last week, the Berkley Public Safety Department is reminding people to use caution with lithium-ion battery chargers.