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Published October 27, 2020

Northern Michigan real estate becomes red-hot during pandemic

NORTHERN MICHIGAN — For many Michiganders living downstate, going up north means getting away for a vacation, for an escape to greener, quieter pastures, but some families are beginning to stay past the three-day weekend and starting to call the state’s northern counties home.

Published October 22, 2020

Operation Blue Santa to make Christmas bright for local children

METRO DETROIT — Because police officers are often the first to see the impoverished situations some children live in, officers who worked with the late Collin Rose are trying to bring cheer, charity and kindness to less fortunate children this holiday season.

Published October 21, 2020

Family transforms Pontiac GTO into a winner

ROCHESTER HILLS — In 2003, Rochester Hills resident Mary Jane Pasko entered a contest at the local Farmer Jack grocery store.

Published October 20, 2020

State launches new weekly data on COVID-19 school outbreaks

METRO DETROIT — As students begin to transition to in-person learning, Michigan families can now see if there are COVID-19 outbreaks within their schools, colleges and universities.

Published October 20, 2020

Don’t let isolation lead to stagnation

METRO DETROIT — Many of us, fortunately, have been able to avoid contracting the dangerous COVID-19 virus.

Published October 20, 2020

Summer to fall transition is ideal time for closet makeover

METRO DETROIT — The leaves are turning colors and falling, pools are closed for the season, and we are still in a global pandemic.

Published October 20, 2020

Social media serves as saving grace for seniors in COVID era

METRO DETROIT — The list of essential items needed to get through the COVID-19 pandemic goes well beyond personal protection equipment.

Published October 16, 2020

Men charged with using robocalls to intimidate voters

METRO DETROIT — Two men described as “political operatives” by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office have been charged with crimes related to voter intimidation.

Published October 16, 2020

Musicians band together for the Pope Francis Center

METRO DETROIT — Under a broken movie screen amid bright lights and piles of concrete off to the side, the Orbitsuns finish their 10th take of Bob Seger’s “Sunspot Baby.”

Published October 6, 2020

Car buff is in the driver’s seat

BERKLEY — Each time Randy Booden steps on the gas pedal of his red 1969 Plymouth GTX, it draws attention.

Published October 6, 2020

Online learning poses phys ed class obstacles for families

METRO DETROIT — Wake up. Log in. Listen to a teacher over headphones and communicate with classmates through a screen. Log out.

Published October 6, 2020

Sellers’ market is ‘scorching hot’

METRO DETROIT — According to local real estate agents, the housing market this time of year has never been hotter for those interested in putting their homes up for sale.

Published October 2, 2020

Guild forms to examine Father Gabriel Richard for sainthood

DETROIT — Roman Catholic Church officials have begun the process of examining the life of Father Gabriel Richard to see if he qualifies for sainthood.

Akins Team Wellness Center is expanding the availability of its opioid treatment program and ensuring that there are no wait times for those seeking help.

Published October 2, 2020

Team Wellness Center expands opioid addiction services

METRO DETROIT — Treatment options for those suffering from opioid addiction are now easier to obtain as Team Wellness Center is launching an expansion of its opioid treatment programming.

Published September 22, 2020

Chevy Bel Air is always cruise-ready

WARREN — Each time Bob Geib revved his 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, five of his closest buddies would tag along for the ride. Sadly, all five friends have passed away, but the spirit of the group lives on whenever Geib goes cruising.

Published September 22, 2020

Some parents leave distance learning in favor of homeschooling

METRO DETROIT — Some parents who never would have considered taking their kids out of the classroom are parting ways with local school systems in favor of homeschooling this year.

Published September 22, 2020

To keep hungry kids fed, the Designers’ Show House must go on

DETROIT — COVID-19 has caused the cancellation of scores of important events, but the Junior League of Detroit’s 23rd biennial Designers’ Show House isn’t one of them.

Published September 22, 2020

Local veteran discusses ‘The Greatest Generation’

OAKLAND COUNTY — When Ray Owen hears the term “The Greatest Generation,” he says he can’t help but feel “kind of proud of it.” Owen, who lives in Northville, near Farmington Hills, turns 99 in December.

Published September 21, 2020

Annual Men’s Health event moves online, drive-thru

METRO DETROIT — If the COVID-19 crisis has taught us anything, it’s that our health is never something to take for granted.

Published September 18, 2020

Regina to host virtual The Verve Pipe concert

WARREN — On Oct. 16, Regina High School will host a virtual concert with alternative rock band The Verve Pipe, beginning at 7 p.m. Anyone who purchases a ticket will receive an access code with a link to the concert.