SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Packard Proving Grounds’ Historical Speaker Series Jan. 5 was scheduled to feature “Mascots in Motion: Images and Stories of Automotive Aesthetics” with Michigan-based multimedia automotive journalist Steve Purdy.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Grosse Pointe Woods is kicking off its 75th anniversary year with an annual event designed to chase the January blahs away.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS/DETROIT — The public will have a couple of opportunities to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day close to home.

WARREN — When Heather Holihan was diagnosed on April 17, 2023, with stage 1B breast cancer, she underwent a double mastectomy and took a few months off work to focus on her recovery.

WARREN — In the mid-1980s, when former U.S. President Jimmy Carter came to Warren to discuss his book “The Blood of Abraham,” Steve Bieda attended the event at the now closed Warren Chateau Hall, located on 10 Mile Road near Mound Road.

METRO DETROIT — With its expansive history and dedicated fanbase, the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons has attracted players young and old to take part in adventure and chaos.

DETROIT — The world’s automotive industry will descend again upon Huntington Place for the Detroit Auto Show Jan. 10-20.

FARMINGTON HILLS — An eighth grade student at the Farmington STEAM Academy is utilizing his 3D design skills to help students focus on their studies and to help in the battle against hunger.

HAZEL PARK — The 43rd District Court in Hazel Park has launched a new program that aims to find a more constructive approach to handling nonviolent offenders addicted to drugs or alcohol.

METRO DETROIT — Some communities are welcoming 2025 with fireworks, skating, ball drops and more Dec. 31, plus a few celebrations Dec. 30.

SOUTHFIELD — “Christmas would not have been Christmas for me without the Goodfellows.” That is the conclusion of Loretta DeLoach, a Lathrup Village resident of 40 years. 

NOVI — The Catholic Church of the Holy Family in Novi held a community celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe Dec. 12.

NOVI — Decorating one’s home with lights during the Christmas season has become a tradition for many families, but for one Novi man it is much more than an annual tradition. It is a way to honor Jesus.

NOVI/FARMINGTON — “Thank you” was all a little boy from Farmington could muster after learning that the students at Novi High School have funded his wish to go to Disney World with his family through Make-A-Wish Michigan.

DETROIT — The nonprofit Williams Park Alliance Inc. will host the second Brightmoor Lights Holiday Festival from Dec. 18 to Jan. 3, featuring life-sized illuminated holiday displays, including symbols of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and more. 

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak Chabad Jewish Center is getting ready for its sixth annual menorah lighting and brand-new Chanukah Village experience that will take place 4-6 p.m. Dec. 29.

TROY — Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation once again held its Holiday Art & Cookie Sale on Dec. 14.

TROY — Carrie Krawiec, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the Birmingham Maple Clinic in Troy, has provided information for those who could be struggling with isolation during this upcoming holiday season.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Two Macomb Township residents and their dog once again claim bragging rights — along with a suite of prizes — as winners of a township-wide contest.

TROY — Two Troy students have found enjoyment and success through their participation in competitive mountain biking on the Rochester Mountain Bike Team.