LANSING — The Library of Michigan announced the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list, honoring “a diverse collection of works that highlight the state’s vibrant literary landscape and the voices shaping its cultural narrative.”

UTICA — During a Jan. 13 meeting, the Utica City Council split $1,000 among four local organizations while giving $1,390 to the Utica Public Library for its fiscal year 2026 Community Development Block Grant allocation of funds.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — An out-of-state man wanted by police for violating his parole related to a bank robbery in Wisconsin was arrested in Shelby Township.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 24-year-old man from Shelby Township will serve 18 months in federal prison after disrupting a flight from Nebraska to Detroit, prompting an emergency landing.

ROSEVILLE — In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed on Jan. 19, the Recreation Authority of Roseville and Eastpointe and Live Rite Structured Recovery Corp. joined together for “Feed the Dream: A Family Food Drive & Craft Day.”

ROSEVILLE — The suspect in the disappearance of a Warren mother has been arraigned in circuit court.

ROSEVILLE —  Next time you stop by the Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, make sure to check out the artwork displayed on the walls.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Renovations at the library are underway with added details that have pushed the opening date back a little bit.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — According to a press release from Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido’s office, a Detroit resident was sentenced on Jan. 8 for a false bomb threat against Lake Shore High School after pleading guilty. 

ST. CLAIR SHORES — On Jan. 21, Greenwood Elementary School welcomed famed author Johnathan Rand to their building to talk to the kids about his books as well as the benefits of reading and books in general. 

ST. CLAIR SHORES — On Jan. 17, the city of St. Clair Shores hosted its Diamond Jubilee Gala, celebrating the 75 years of its existence.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Every time C & G Newspapers advertising sales representative David Rubello stepped inside Uncle Harry’s Deli Restaurant, it wasn’t just to hustle a sale.

WARREN — Eleanor Stepanski felt “fantastic.” She was surrounded by the people who love her the most when they gathered to celebrate her 100-year birthday.

WARREN — A man who had influence on Warren’s music and education fronts is being remembered by former colleagues as a remarkable individual.

WARREN — Warren’s Planning Commission has voted to recommend an eight-month moratorium on new gas stations and car washes in the city.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights City Manager Mark Vanderpool has been elected to the board of directors of the Municipal Management Executives, a professional association representing municipal executives from communities of all sizes across Michigan.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A 21-year-old Clinton Township man who was accused of firing a gun during an alleged road-rage incident in Sterling Heights last year, will stand trial in Macomb County Circuit Court.

METRO DETROIT — There is an urgent need for blood donations. On Jan. 20, the American Red Cross held a virtual news briefing via Zoom to announce blood supplies are down 35% nationally, which is about 40,000 units.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The possibility of a Sheetz in Sterling Heights inched ahead Jan. 6 when the City Council, with little fanfare, scheduled a public hearing for the proposal in March.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A fine meal and inspiring words are on the menu for the city’s third annual Black History Month Dinner.