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William Breeding, of Eastpointe, pictured, is trying to get the word out about a Salvation Army program that helped him get back on his feet.

Published February 19, 2021

Eastpointe man aided by Salvation Army program

EASTPOINTE/WARREN — Eastpointe resident Willian Breeding was homeless, out of a job and unsure what to do about his future. A Salvation Army program changed all of that.

Published February 19, 2021

Wojno bill seeks to restore unemployment benefits to 26 weeks

LANSING — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s veto of a $220 million deposit into the state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund raised questions for some about recent bipartisan legislation that would temporarily extend unemployment benefits for new filers.

Published February 19, 2021

Macomb County businesses sue state officials for damages over closures

MACOMB COUNTY — Samuel Backos said his restaurant, Ernie’s, has been “devastated” by state-ordered closures officials said were put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. He said local restaurant, bar and banquet properties have been left “virtually worthless” and that their employees have suffered through “a very depressing time.”

Published February 19, 2021

Boat dealerships ‘slammed’ with interested buyers

METRO DETROIT — From a low of leaving a show after just a day to a high of months of great sales, the boating industry has weathered the COVID-19 pandemic better than other industries, likely because its product is designed to be used in the relative safety of outdoors.

Published February 18, 2021

Science Center offers free admission days thanks to local businesses

DETROIT — The Michigan Science Center is welcoming in more people than ever with its free admission days.

Published February 18, 2021

USPBL standout signs Major League Baseball contract

METRO DETROIT — Whether it be whiffle ball in the backyard, tee ball for the city team or playing video games on the TV, baseball has been a constant in Dugan Darnell’s life for as long as he can remember.

Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds Anthony Forlini, right, discusses safety protocols with Jeff Derowski, from the purchasing department.

Published February 17, 2021

New Macomb County clerk focusing on additional safety equipment, training, digitizing

MACOMB COUNTY — Anthony Forlini has been Macomb County’s Clerk/Register of Deeds for just over one month, leaning on employees to invoke long-term changes on the office’s benefit.

Published February 16, 2021

Troy police investigate homicide outside Belle Tire store

TROY — Troy police are investigating a homicide discovered during the early morning Feb. 15 at the front entrance of Belle Tire, 4966 Rochester Road.

Published February 10, 2021

OU announces $2,500 scholarship for Michigan frontline workers

ROCHESTER HILLS — Oakland University is offering financial assistance to those working the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published February 10, 2021

Winter walk set for Hall Road

MACOMB COUNTY — It may be cold. It may be windy. It may be snowing. It may be all three, come Feb. 27, but Joe Warne thinks it’ll be worth it.

Published February 10, 2021

COVID-19 spikes demand for in-home senior services

METRO DETROIT — Sterling Heights resident Roxanne Hayes has an 86-year-old father who lives with her and her husband.

Published February 9, 2021

Dreaming about — and planning for — next spring’s yard and garden

METRO DETROIT — Families once were busy running from school to dance class to basketball practice, and from family parties to hanging out with friends all weekend, but the past months have made for a change of pace that’s affecting how residents feel about the importance of their yard to their peace of mind.

Published February 9, 2021

For many, COVID reveals existing ADD/ADHD

BIRMINGHAM — How are you doing, handling all of this time at home? If working or learning virtually has you a little down, unmotivated, maybe a bit forgetful and anxious, you’re far from alone. The pandemic has caused a lot of people to feel that way.

Despite the complications of COVID-19, many local Catholic churches are moving forward with their Friday fish fries, although often in takeout or drive-thru-only formats. These dinners were served at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Grosse Pointe Woods last year.

Published February 9, 2021

Fish fries, other Lenten activities continue in Roseville, Eastpointe

EASTPOINTE/ROSEVILLE — With Lent beginning on Wednesday, Feb. 17, many local Catholics are wondering if they will be able to continue their Lenten traditions, such as Friday fish fries, while in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published February 9, 2021

Baker College campus coming to downtown Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — The excavation and construction of a seven-story, 86,000-square-foot, $51 million Baker College campus is underway in downtown Royal Oak at 420 S. Lafayette Ave., north of Fifth Street.

Students including Joseph Millard, pictured, in Roseville High School’s tier three reading program will benefit from a new program called the Matchmaker Book Club. It is made possible through a $2,500 grant from the State Farm Teacher Assist program.

Published February 8, 2021

Roseville teachers receive grant for reading program

ROSEVILLE — A new Roseville High School program aimed at improving student literacy recently received a $2,500 grant from the State Farm Teacher Assist program.

Published February 8, 2021

Adopt a Grandparent movement catches on in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — For those in Michigan living in senior care facilities, the pandemic has often meant isolation from family.

A section of Gratiot Avenue will be seeing major reconstruction efforts in 2021 and 2022. The area between 11 Mile and Common roads will be worked on between March and November in 2021, and the area between Common and 14 Mile roads will be worked on between March and November in 2022.

Published February 7, 2021

Roseville prepares for major overhaul of Gratiot Avenue

ROSEVILLE — Michigan Department of Transportation and Roseville officials are preparing for the beginning of a major Gratiot Avenue revitalization project that will take place over the next two years.

Published February 6, 2021

Fish Fry Fridays 2021 - sponsored by Big Boy

A local guide to metro Detroit Friday fish fry dinners in 2021

Published February 6, 2021

Sensors to monitor Clinton River

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton River is one of three southeastern Michigan rivers being studied to help improve water quality and wastewater treatment in the region.