WARREN — On Feb. 28, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. announced two business expansion projects in Michigan, one in Warren and the other in Jackson.

SOUTHFIELD — The late Frank B. Sewell, 1916-2006, or as some called him, “The Ringmaster,” marched to the beat of his own drum.

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — New safety paths could soon be in the works in Oakland Township.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Another planned unit development proposal for an apartment complex was recently approved by the Sterling Heights City Council — this time for the north part of the city.

MADISON HEIGHTS — At a workshop by the Madison Heights Planning Commission Feb. 6, the citizen-led board discussed possible revisions to the city’s zoning ordinance.

FARMINGTON — When the U.S. House of Representatives passed a $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill Dec. 23 to fund the federal government through fiscal year 2023, one of the big winners was the city of Farmington.

METRO DETROIT — For business owners, networking is a great way to build connections and grow professional contacts. As the number of female entrepreneurs rises, networking can be particularly beneficial, as it often creates a culture of women supporting one another in business.

EASTPOINTE — Construction has already begun on the Modern Nine Main Street Project.

WEST BLOOMFIELD – At a regular meeting Jan. 23, the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees approved a proposal for a 30-unit duplex condominium community.

METRO DETROIT — Michigan employers, tipped workers and those earning the minimum wage are reacting to a Michigan Court of Appeals ruling that affects how employees are paid.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — A purchase agreement between Grosse Pointe Park and the nonprofit Urban Renewal Initiative Foundation to purchase the former auto body shop Joe’s Garage at 1038 Ashland St. in Detroit has been amended because the city no longer needs the property for its Department of Public Works.

METRO  DETROIT — Changes to utility rates in Michigan are raising some eyebrows as customers are considering what this will mean for their electric bills.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Since opening in 2021, The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center has become a primary attraction for residents.

STERLING HEIGHTS — City officials have eagerly expressed their excitement over plans to eventually turn Lakeside Mall into a network of mixed-use neighborhoods. But current Lakeside Mall tenants are reminding the public that they are still in business and are not planning to leave anytime soon.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Last year saw major changes to the outer lots at the Meijer store on 13 Mile Road in Madison Heights, as part of an updated consent agreement between the city and the property’s developer. Even more changes are expected in the event of future developments.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Work on the regional water transmission system will impact a section of water transmission main that serves Farmington Hills, Farmington, West Bloomfield, Walled Lake, Novi, Commerce and Wixom, according to a press release from the Great Lakes Water Authority.

NOVI — Carvana LLC voluntarily surrendered its Michigan dealer license Jan. 10 as part of a settlement agreement with the Michigan Department of State for multiple violations of the Michigan Vehicle Code.

SOUTHFIELD — Three Michigan network companies have partnered to create a 90-mile fiber route from Southfield to Lansing.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Macomb residents will have a new store to shop at on Jan. 26, as Meijer opens up its new grocery-focused concept at 24 Mile and Hayes roads.

FARMINGTON — In the midst of the development that has been taking place in downtown Farmington, residents have something else to look forward to.