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Published January 14, 2020

Harper Woods leaders want to educate the public about the upcoming census

HARPER WOODS — The United States government is beginning its census process to collect information and statistics about residents from across the country.

Published January 14, 2020

Healthy Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods looks back on first year of operation

HARPER WOODS — The Healthy Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods initiative has completed its first year of operation, and community leaders in Harper Woods have hailed the strides made by the organization.

Officer Sandra Hernden recently received the Officer of the Year Award from the Harper Woods Department of Public Safety. She was recognized at the Dec. 16 City Council meeting by Mayor Kenneth Poynter, left, and Public Safety Director Vincent Smith, right.

Published January 14, 2020

Harper Woods honors officer for efforts to fight auto thefts

HARPER WOODS — The city of Harper Woods recognized one of its finest, Officer Sandra Hernden, at its City Council meeting Dec. 16.

Published January 14, 2020

Slide in for the original

METRO DETROIT — Now that it’s mid-January, a lot of folks have already fallen off the New Year’s resolution bandwagon. If your constitution is stronger than that, and you’re still motivated to get fit and eat healthier in 2020, that’s impressive. Well done.

Published January 10, 2020

Winter storm could cause flooding, freezing rain, power outages

METRO DETROIT — With severe winter weather and the potential for power outages making its way across the Lower Peninsula this weekend, Michigan State Police and other organizations are recommending residents ready up for what’s to come.

Published January 10, 2020

Education, grants to promote better recycling in Michigan

METRO DETROIT — Do you toss greasy pizza boxes, Starbucks cups or unrinsed yogurt containers into the curbside recycling bin? According to the Recycling Raccoons, “This stuff could ruin the entire recycling load!”

Published January 9, 2020

The Friday 5 — Jan. 10-12

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published January 7, 2020

Get a head start on spring cleaning

METRO DETROIT — A new year comes as a natural restart. People make resolutions. Optimism runs high. It’s time to tackle goals and become a better person.

Published January 6, 2020

2020 Pantone Color of the Year is ‘Classic Blue’

METRO DETROIT — The Pantone Color Institute recently announced its 2020 Pantone Color of the Year: Classic Blue.

Published January 2, 2020

The Friday 5 — Jan. 3-5

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 30, 2019

Huron-Clinton Metroparks seek input on changes to community recreation plan

METRO DETROIT — The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority is asking the public to weigh in on proposed amendments to its community recreation plan.

Published December 30, 2019

Educators say gym class has changed over the years

METRO DETROIT — Grown-ups: If the sight of a scoreboard still makes you queasy and the screech of a whistle sends a shiver down your spine, you’re not alone.

Published December 27, 2019

Doctors offer advice for flu season

METRO DETROIT — The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it also is flu season. Some basic tips can help people avoid the flu so that they can keep their new year a happy one.

Published December 27, 2019

Oakland County communities crack down on Southfield Road speeding

METRO DETROIT — They see you when you’re speeding. They know when you’re unsafe. Earlier this month, the communities of Southfield, Lathrup Village and Beverly Hills teamed up to reduce speeding on Southfield Road.

Published December 25, 2019

Not home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — The price of freedom is paid with the blood of those who serve. Our safety and security come at a cost also measured in distance and time away from loved ones. Those who step forward to serve in the military pay the bill for the rest of us.

Published December 25, 2019

Get motivated to get fit with a wearable device

METRO DETROIT — Carolyn Wilson, of St. Clair Shores, got her first activity tracker three years ago — a Fitbit.

Published December 20, 2019

Musician Jack Scott remembered for rockabilly groove

METRO DETROIT — A steady stream of tributes have circulated social media since Dec. 12, when news of musician Jack Scott’s passing was announced.

Published December 19, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 20-22

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 18, 2019

Consider indoor air quality when decking the halls

METRO DETROIT — Anticipation for the holidays begins with the ramping up of holiday decorations, bringing ornaments and trimmings out of storage, and erecting fresh or artificial trees.