METRO DETROIT — Each time Karen E. Breen travels in her 1978 GMC Royale motor home, it attracts a crowd.

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — When Austin Barnett was in the eighth grade, he set a goal for himself: to be valedictorian when he graduated from high school.

METRO DETROIT — It was a true matchup of David vs. Goliath on the waters of Lake St. Clair at Emerald City Harbor in St. Clair Shores May 30.

EASTPOINTE — The 24th annual Eastpointe Cruisin’ Gratiot will celebrate classic car culture June 15-17.

EASTPOINTE — Paul Mastalanski has not missed an Eastpointe Cruisin’ Gratiot since the annual event began in 1999.

METRO DETROIT — With summer and warmer temperatures just around the corner, many people are turning to their air conditioners to stay comfortable. But in conjunction with the increased use of energy, it isn’t uncommon for residents to see a spike in their utility bills.

METRO DETROIT — No Doubt Showcase will host their third annual Stadium Series High School Showcase Camp at Comerica Park on June 27 for any interested high school baseball players looking to take their recruiting and networking to the next level.

EASTPOINTE — A Detroit man is facing charges for allegedly ambushing a victim and shooting at him in Eastpointe.

DETROIT — Glitz, glamour and graffiti will enhance Eastern Market’s Shed 3 when the annual Michigan Fashion Week sashays down the runway June 15-16.

METRO DETROIT — Anxiety is something that many people are familiar with as it troubles a large percentage of humans, but it is important to consider how anxiety may be affecting pets at home.

UTICA — Baseball is back at Jimmy John’s Field.

NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Spending a day on Mackinac Island is a rite of summer for many Michiganders.

MACOMB COUNTY — As the summer heats up and vessels embark into Lake St. Clair, fun in the sun is the first thing on any boater’s mind.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of June 2-4, 2023.

News & Notes from the 5/24/23 Eastsider

METRO DETROIT— Kids are not the only people who find joy in seeing a princess at their party. The cast members who perform as these princesses love the kids and their bright, smiling faces.

METRO DETROIT — When school is out and the weather is nice, families can benefit from volunteering together to support local nonprofits and improve the communities they live in.

METRO DETROIT — Whether someone is a newbie or a veteran, master gardener Mil Hurley — owner of the Grosse Pointe Farms-based business, A Southern Gardener — believes anyone can create a garden of which they’re proud.

METRO DETROIT — Dave Renke purchased his first car before he even had a driver’s license.

METRO DETROIT — As promised, the April showers brought May flowers, the sun is here to stay, and Michiganders are rising from hibernation to enjoy the outdoors.