Grosse Pointe Times

Published September 18, 2019

Smart tech is taking over the real estate industry

METRO DETROIT — When homebuyers are looking for a new place to settle in, they’re looking beyond the stainless steel appliances that were the centerpiece of homeownership 10 years ago. Today, consumers want to walk into a home already curated with smart technology.

Published September 17, 2019

Day of inclusive family fun planned at Detroit Zoo

The Down Syndrome Guild of Southeast Michigan 2019 Step Up for Down Syndrome Family Fun Day and Buddy Walk will take place from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 21 at the Detroit Zoo, located at 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak. The event’s goal is to combine family-friendly fun and the concept of inclusion for all.

Published September 17, 2019

Civil case pending against Grosse Pointe Woods Public Safety Department, director

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A Harper Woods man who said he was accused of a crime in Grosse Pointe Woods that he did not commit is continuing to seek compensation through the legal system in a civil case that is still pending.

Published September 17, 2019

Beautiful blooms to decorate Grosse Pointe Club during flower show

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Colorful, creative floral designs and more will be the order of the day for the Garden Club of Michigan’s 2019 flower show, By the Lake, when it comes to the Grosse Pointe Club in Grosse Pointe Farms.

Published September 17, 2019

Shelter spreads awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

METRO DETROIT — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and organizations that aid those who are suffering or have suffered unsafe and unhealthy home environments are reaching out to educate more people about the realities of abuse.

Published September 17, 2019

‘Mamma Mia!’ makes its way to Grosse Pointe

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Family isn’t just the subject of the musical “Mamma Mia!” — it’s true for Grosse Pointe Theatre’s cast and crew as well.

Published September 17, 2019

Liggett student named Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — During the Distinguished Young Woman of Michigan 2020 competition in July, Maria Fields used the talent portion to address bullying.

Published September 17, 2019

Census canvassing underway

GROSSE POINTES — Local officials want residents to be aware that workers with the U.S. Census Bureau have begun doing address canvassing in neighborhoods in the Grosse Pointes.

Published September 17, 2019

Saros building celebrates opening with local officials

GROSSE POINTE CITY — City and county officials, business leaders and others were on hand to celebrate the official grand opening of the Jim Saros Real Estate Services building Sept. 12 in Grosse Pointe City.

Published September 17, 2019

Concours d’Elegance car show has a license to thrill

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — The 12th annual Grosse Pointe Concours d’Elegance will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Sept. 29 at Pier Park in Grosse Pointe Farms.

While not everyone agrees with the term “no-kill” shelter, as it may be misleading, statistics do show the initative has encouraged shelters to seek alternatives to euthanasia when shelters are at capacity.

Published September 17, 2019

Michigan shelters achieve controversial ‘no-kill’ status

METRO DETROIT — For pets in the state of Michigan, there’s good news.

Published September 17, 2019

Local doctor looks back on nine years of free men’s health screenings

BIRMINGHAM — Dr. Michael Lutz is a urologist. He has, unfortunately, seen lots of cases of prostate cancer in his day.

Published September 16, 2019

MCC observes National Suicide Prevention Month

MACOMB COUNTY —The dozens of pairs of shoes on display at Macomb Community College’s South Campus in Warren the week of Sept. 8 came with a somber story.

Published September 13, 2019

National Guard Bureau proposes beddown at Selfridge

MACOMB COUNTY — Around two dozen residents attended a public meeting regarding a possible beddown involving the 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

Published September 12, 2019

The Friday 5 — Sept. 13-15

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published September 11, 2019

Detroit Lions fans remain faithful through the years

METRO DETROIT — You can say the Detroit Lions haven’t won a Super Bowl; you can say the Lions haven’t won a division title since 1993; you can even say the Lions have made the playoffs just three times since 2000.

Published September 11, 2019

Continue to adjust dorm décor after moving in

METRO DETROIT — Thousands of students recently took part in move-in days at Oakland University in Rochester Hills Aug. 30 and Sept. 1, and they might want to keep working on their organization, equipment and décor until they have it just right for their needs.

Published September 11, 2019

Art is sparked by the setting

METRO DETROIT — Nature and architecture are rich sources of inspiration for plein air painters and urban sketchers.

Published September 10, 2019

School officials assess M-STEP scores

GROSSE POINTES — Grosse Pointe Public School System officials are reviewing the 2019 Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress, SAT and PSAT scores that the Michigan Department of Education released Aug. 29.