TROY — If the heat goes out on a freezing night or the A/C quits during the sweltering summer months, homeowners don’t want guesswork. They want someone to answer the phone, show up promptly and clearly explain all their options. 

MADISON HEIGHTS — As lead pastor of Gospel Life Church, Pastor Jeff Swanson wants people to know it is a place where they can feel welcomed and renewed. 

ROCHESTER — Rochester-area residents can safely dispose of sensitive documents, old mail or other paper items while supporting a vital local nonprofit at her Shred Event, taking place from noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Real Estate One office, 1002 N. Main St. in Rochester. 

STERLING HEIGHTS — With comments ranging from “outrageous” to “well deserved,” city officials April 7 approved a $25,000 pay hike for the city’s top administrator.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Deshawn Steven Johnson, a 51-year-old man, has been charged with robbing the Mi Bank at 3707 W. Maple Road April 1. 

NOVI — MapleFest at Michigan State University’s Tollgate Farm in Novi, which was held March 7-8, celebrates the farm’s maple syrup harvest while educating the public on the process required to make maple syrup, as well as the other things that the farm has to offer.

NOVI — On March 7, the 2026 Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 hockey state title result was the same as the previous six title matches at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth.

NOVI — The Novi City Council is looking to limit the number of car-washes that are erected within the city’s designated business zones after a recent surge in that particular type of business.

LATHRUP VILLAGE — Nearly 400 people gathered in Lathrup Village on March 28 to participate in the national No Kings protest.

TROY — Edwin MacKenzie is a 12-year-old boy that shoots out of Rising Phoenix Archery in Troy and is currently ranked as one of the best archers in the country in his age group.

TROY — The Hockey Mentors group, which provides free hockey experiences for individuals with special needs, has announced dates for April and May events.

TROY — The Troy City Council recently approved additional funding for an inclusive playground project at Boulan Park. The council voted unanimously March 2 to transfer a portion of federal funds from the city’s Community Development Block Grant.

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Leprechauns have begun offering featured ticket packages for the 2026 season.

NOVI — The Novi Community School District robotics program finally has a place to call its own — the Novi Robotics Center at 25299 Taft Road — where students can battle it out with teams from across the globe on their own turf. 

NOVI — “Legally Blonde: The Musical” emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and overcoming adversities, according to theater students at Novi High School who will be performing the musical April 17-19.

SOUTHFIELD — Lawrence Technological University’s campus was bursting with activity April 4 as hundreds came to attend LTUX, the university’s annual games and anime expo.

SOUTHFIELD/LATHRUP VILLAGE — Southfield Public Schools celebrated the legacy of McIntyre Elementary School on March 26 as the district gears up to close the building as a school.

TROY — The Troy City Council unanimously approved rezoning plans for a medical office building and parking lot that would be located on the north side of Big Beaver Road and east side of Frankton Avenue.

TROY — On March 27-28, Troy Historic Village hosted its 2026 Spring Egg Hunt.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of April 10-12.