STERLING HEIGHTS — As a retiree from a past career of clinical therapy and social work, Sterling Heights resident James Schmittdiel says he often spends his days going to the gym, bike riding, walking and running.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Well over 100,000 people are expected to attend the Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair around Dodge Park and Utica roads July 27-29. And it’s the Sterling Heights Police Department’s mission to keep everyone safe while good times are had.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Another step has been taken to clear the way for the city of Sterling Heights to get its own administrative diversity, equity and inclusion officer.

MADISON HEIGHTS — An armed school resource officer will provide an extra level of security at the Lamphere Schools, starting this month.   

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak Shrine Catholic was well represented on the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association Division 4 all-state list, almost fielding an all-state honoree for each graduation class.

ROYAL OAK — A Royal Oak student’s creation has made taking your dog on a walk a bit more rewarding.

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Historical Museum will be holding its 12th annual car show at the beginning of August.

ROSEVILLE — More than 30 years ago, Joseph Trobaugh was a student attending Fountain Elementary School.

EASTPOINTE — As Eastpointe continues to replace lead water service lines, financial help is coming from the state.

BIRMINGHAM —  Once again, Playwrights@Work is presenting original plays for the annual One-Act Festival July 28-30.

ROSEVILLE — A wrongful death lawsuit was filed recently against the city of Roseville after one of the city’s police officers shot and killed a man in April 2022.

BIRMINGHAM — For the first time, the Birmingham Police Department will be holding an open house event 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, July 29. The community is invited to join the Police Department in the parking lot behind Birmingham City Hall, 151 Martin St., to participate in fun activities and meet local officers.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Erin DeGrazia, a 14-year-old from Bloomfield Hills, recently steered her crew across the finish line during the 2023 Bayview Mackinac Race.

EASTPOINTE — If you’re into crafts, Nerf battles and live music, then head on over to Kennedy Park Aug. 8.

BIRMINGHAM — Climate activists have been busy deflating the tires of multiple SUVs parked in Birmingham and leaving flyers behind.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — In his senior year at Warren De La Salle Collegiate High School at the 2022 Michigan High School Division 1 State Finals, Shelby Township native Nathan Iacona ended his final high school season with an eighth-place finish in the 400-meter, earning all-state honors.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA/STERLING HEIGHTS — Five Utica Community Schools students took the stage in Ireland in April for an international competition with their dance studio, Shannon Irish Dance Academy & Company.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township residents are worried about flooding that has caused damage to their homes on more than one occasion.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department recently announced the death of its well-known K-9 officer, Morpheus, who the department said died June 1 from natural causes.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department is investigating the suspicious deaths of a 42-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man that were discovered at 10 a.m. July 17 in the 11000 block of Whispering Oak Lane, near 25 Mile and Jewell roads.