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Published July 20, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Supreme Court: Oakland County at fault in foreclosure case

OAKLAND COUNTY — Last week, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled against Oakland County in a case that essentially puts an end to the county selling tax-foreclosed homes at auction for a profit.

Published July 20, 2020

C&G Newspapers

MHSAA announces plan to start fall sports

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan High School Athletic Association announced July 17 its plan to start fall sports as scheduled.

Published July 20, 2020

C&G Newspapers

The fervor for #FreeGrace

BIRMINGHAM/OAKLAND COUNTY — Most of America only knows her as “Grace,” her middle name. But thousands rushed to her defense online, and last week, a caravan was organized to protest the Oakland County Circuit Court’s decision to place the 15-year-old girl in juvenile detention.

The Interstate 275 Highway bike path behind the Woodsprings Suites Hotel, 22000 Haggerty Road, will soon be the site of a new trailhead in Farmington Hills.

Published July 20, 2020

Farmington Press

New trailhead coming to I-275 bike path in Farmington Hills

FARMINGTON HILLS — Four years ago, while driving home past the historical David Simmons property, Farmington Hills Special Services Deputy Director Bryan Farmer had an idea. What if the city could build a trailhead on the property and provide access to the trail along the Interstate 275 highway?

Published July 17, 2020

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Orchard Lake Fine Art Show cancelled

WEST BLOOMFIELD — West Bloomfield Township Supervisor Steven Kaplan recently confirmed that this year's "Orchard Lake Fine Art Show" has been cancelled. The event had been scheduled for July 25-26. Kaplan said this would have been the 18th year for the event.

Published July 17, 2020

C&G Newspapers

UCS announces plans for virtual learning

STERLING HEIGHTS/UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Students with medical conditions or who are concerned about coronavirus risk in classrooms this fall will have the option to continue their education online, according to Utica Community Schools.

Published July 17, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Army Corps of Engineers to construct sea wall

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb County Marine Division Boathouse may get some much-needed alleviation this fall. Due to high water levels on Lake St. Clair, a project is in the works between the county and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to construct about 282 linear feet of sea wall and raise the dock surrounding the boathouse.

Published July 17, 2020

C&G Newspapers

‘Our team is there to provide great service, not be bouncers’

MACOMB COUNTY — On July 10, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order requiring mask use in all indoor public spaces and when in crowded outdoor spaces.

COVID-19 takes financial toll on Henry Ford WB Hospital

Published July 16, 2020

West Bloomfield Beacon

COVID-19 takes financial toll on Henry Ford WB Hospital

WEST BLOOMFIELD — When some think about the kind of businesses that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, they may focus on places such as restaurants and movie theaters.

Published July 14, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Officer rescues choking infant

STERLING HEIGHTS — Police are praising one of their officers for applying lifesaving treatment to an infant who reportedly was choking.

Published July 13, 2020

Southfield Sun

Missing Southfield baby returned

SOUTHFIELD — A missing child was turned over to police shortly after an Amber Alert was issued around 6:10 p.m. July 13.

Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and Macomb County Planning and Economic Development Director Vicky Rad discuss the second round of pandemic-related grants July 8, this time for businesses with 50-plus employees.

Published July 13, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Macomb County businesses with 50-plus employees can apply for $10,000 grants

MACOMB COUNTY — On July 8, Macomb County announced the second round of business sustainability grants, totaling $5 million for businesses with 50 or more employees.

Published July 13, 2020

Grosse Pointe Times

Neff Park pool closes temporarily after lifeguard tests positive for COVID-19

GROSSE POINTE CITY — As of July 13, the Neff Park pool in Grosse Pointe City remained closed because a lifeguard self-reported a positive COVID-19 test July 9.

Published July 13, 2020

Rochester Post

Adams High football coaching staffer diagnosed with COVID-19

ROCHESTER HILLS — A member of the Adams High School football coaching staff has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Rochester Community Schools district.

Published July 13, 2020

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield School District launches online only option

A new era of education is set to begin for some West Bloomfield School District students Aug. 26. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the district devised a plan that allows students to receive a 100% online education.

Published July 10, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Firefighters knock down freeway grass fire

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Dry weather conditions and high temperatures contributed to a high possibility of a brush fire occurring locally during the first week of July, and that potential flared up recently on eastbound Interstate 94 between Stephens Street and 10 Mile Road.

Published July 9, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Calls for service significantly down during Fourth of July

CLAWSON/ROYAL OAK — Both Clawson and Royal Oak first responders reported that calls for service significantly decreased during the Fourth of July weekend.

Published July 8, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Storm cell fells trees, cuts power in Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — A fast and furious storm hit a portion of Royal Oak July 7.

Published July 8, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

Stamping plant stabbing leads to arrest

STERLING HEIGHTS — Police said they have caught a man who allegedly stabbed a man on the grounds of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles factory in Sterling Heights.