GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Intelligent. Upbeat. Caring. Humble. Successful. Energetic. Family-oriented. These are just some of the words that those who knew him used to describe Grosse Pointe Woods City Councilman Thomas Vaughn, who died May 11 at the age of 68 after a yearlong battle with pancreatic cancer.

FARMINGTON HILLS — At approximately 8 p.m. May 18, the Farmington Hills Police Department responded to a residence in the 22000 block of Elmgrove Street on a report of an injured man who had been attacked by a family dog, which is believed to be a pitbull mix, according to a press release from the city of Farmington Hills.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — George Joudas’ drawing classes began while he was in high school. Cass Technical High School offered a class in automotive design.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — When you think about Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 girls soccer, a few schools probably come to mind.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS — Eisenhower High School senior Melanija Ilijevski loves computer science and found a strong interest in making a career out of it.

UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Utica Community Schools is beginning work using the dollars from the largest bond issue in its history.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — U.S. Rep. John James returned home to Shelby Township April 24 with a very hefty grant that will go toward supporting upgrades to the Shelby Township Activities Center gymnasium.

FARMINGTON HILLS — A North Farmington High School alumna recently had her artwork featured in the DCleated Sculpture Project, which was put on by  Detrit’s City Walls initiative in conjunction with Visit Detroit in celebration of  “the city’s vibrant spirit and community-driven initiatives” during the NFL draft.

FARMINGTON — Those who love art and the great outdoors are invited to enjoy both next month, with historic downtown Farmington as the backdrop.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Farmington Hills resident Claudette Wellons recently spent part of her Tuesday morning at the Costick Center and said it is “excellent” that parks and recreation activities are funded.

ROYAL OAK — Lois Mann, of Oak Ridge Elementary School, smiled ear to ear throughout the celebration May 17 of her 50 years of teaching kindergarten.

FRASER — Fraser community members and businesses were recognized by the Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce on May 13 at Vintage House.

FRASER — Fraser senior Tyler Donovan has been everything a coach would want as a runner and as a person in the program.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Commuters who rely on taking the Clinton River Road bridge over M-53 will have to make alternative plans.

ROCHESTER — A propane tank caught fire and exploded on the sidewalk in downtown Rochester, injuring seven people, including five who were taken to the hospital, May 18.

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — Local residents will have the opportunity to honor U.S. military service members this Memorial Day.

EASTPOINTE — A heated argument between a boyfriend and girlfriend took a violent turn when the boyfriend was stabbed at least six times.

EASTPOINTE — The cousin of an Eastpointe teenager who went missing in 2022 has been found guilty of second-degree murder.

KEEGO HARBOR — The Keego Harbor Police Department has shared an update from a hit-and-run incident that occurred earlier this year.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — In a 4-2 vote at its April 15 meeting, the St. Clair Shores City Council approved to accept, if awarded, a Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant.