Seniors

Published June 11, 2025

NOVI — At an age where many start to slow down, Kim Taylor-Papp, 65, of Novi, will be competing in the Masters CrossFit Games by Legends Aug. 21-24 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Published June 6, 2025

ST. CLAIR SHORES — This St. Clair Shores woman grew up in the Shores and tells younger generations to love one another.

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Published June 6, 2025

STERLING HEIGHTS — When Jack Jones graduated from high school in 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy to serve in World War II. His wife, Vera Rhodes, worked as a riveter for Briggs Corp.

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Published April 14, 2025

STERLING HEIGHTS — In the basement of the First United Methodist Church in Troy, a group of about 20 seniors — some in their 90s — sang to a digital recording of works from the musical “9 to 5.”

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Published March 18, 2025

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak is on the road to a greener footprint following the addition of a Ford Transit electric vehicle to the senior center’s fleet.

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Published March 7, 2025

WARREN — “Slide to the left. Slide to the right. Crisscross. Crisscross.” Doing the “Cha-Cha Slide” got people out onto the dance floor during the 15th annual senior prom March 5 inside the Fitzgerald Public Schools Neigebaur Administration Building.

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Published March 5, 2025

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SOUTHFIELD — Born on April 18, 1922, Catherine Davis is a 102-year-old Southfield resident whose lifetime wish of going to Washington, D.C. to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture was granted for her birthday last April  by “Wish of a Lifetime” from AARP.

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Published March 3, 2025

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The St. Clair Shores City Council, state Sen. Kevin Hertel, family members and residents celebrated Evelyn Frederick’s 100th birthday with a proclamation at the council’s Feb. 18 meeting.

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Published February 6, 2025

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METRO DETROIT — A loved one’s decision to enter hospice care can begin a daunting and scary time for families, but volunteers providing supporting care for their loved ones can make it a little bit easier.

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Published February 3, 2025

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Senior Center is once again expanding its services, this time to provide extra support for caregivers thanks to a grant.

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Published February 2, 2025

ST. CLAIR SHORES — According to this St. Clair Shores woman, turning 100 makes her feel like a teenager once more.

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Published February 2, 2025

EASTPOINTE — When Reathel Marie Brown turned 100 years old last month — or as some would say, 100 years young — many family members and friends wanted to wish her a happy birthday.

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Published January 22, 2025

NOVI — Seniors at Waltonwood facilities in metro Detroit were able to learn about the many different aspects of Dolly Parton’s life as the various locations held a weeklong celebration in honor of the singer’s 79th birthday on Jan. 19.

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Published January 9, 2025

CLAWSON — Clawson seniors are working hard to better understand the nature of the technological world and its benefits.

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Published December 16, 2024

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A Shelby Township woman celebrated her 99th birthday last month without setting off a smoke alarm at Hamlin Pub in Shelby Township Nov. 30.

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Published December 10, 2024

CLAWSON — Clawson police officer Aundreana Beydoun was taught growing up to always respect the elderly.

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Published December 6, 2024

WARREN — Rosalie House always did things her way. That might be what has kept her going for over a century.

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Published November 21, 2024

FARMINGTON — Megan Saunders was named the Farmington Public Schools 2024-2025 Senior Extraordinaire and presented with a star trophy during the district’s annual senior breakfast on Oct. 17.

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Published November 13, 2024

CLAWSON — Through the Senior Planet licensing program, seniors in Clawson are going to have more access to technology and learn about how it can enhance their lives.

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Published October 31, 2024

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BIRMINGHAM/SOUTHFIELD — Father Chris Yaw, the rector at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Southfield, said that his 88-year-old dad has a great sense of humor. When asked how many children he has, he’ll respond, “Four ... so far.”

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