Shelby - Utica News

Published December 22, 2021

Shelby Township reviewing survey data for Mae Stecker Park, campus properties

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The township is using resident feedback to help shape the future of its properties near 24 Mile and Van Dyke Avenue, and the potential redevelopment of the old community center building at 51680 Van Dyke Ave., in a master plan.

Published December 22, 2021

Dining décor can brighten your festive feast

METRO DETROIT — You’re hosting Christmas Eve dinner, your extended family is coming over and you want everything to be flawless — but there is one detail you’re debating.

Published December 22, 2021

Church Christmas traditions bring light to the season

METRO DETROIT — Peace and understanding: that is what local churches are asking of their parishioners — and that’s also what they are hoping to offer — this holiday season.

Published December 22, 2021

Imagination library brings books to local children

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Three Armada women linked by a love of literacy and joined by the Four County Community Foundation are working to make sure that every child under the age of 5 within eight school districts in the area served by the foundation has a book in their hands.

Published December 22, 2021

Social media policy to get another look in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — Several changes are being proposed for a social media policy that would govern the use by county board members.

Published December 22, 2021

Former prosecutor staffer testifies as state case continues

MACOMB COUNTY — On Dec. 9, the state of Michigan case against ex-Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith and ex-Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office chief of operations Derek Miller continued in Macomb County’s 41-B District Court in Clinton Township for a preliminary examination.

Published December 22, 2021

Shelby Township sets priorities for 2022

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Board of Trustees finalized its 2022 priorities Nov. 16, with three new priorities making the top 10.

Published December 22, 2021

This year in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — If 2020 was remembered as the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, how will 2021 be thought of?

Skiing and snowboarding resorts such as Mount Holly and Pine Knob, pictured, have reported strong seasons during the last two years despite the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

Published December 20, 2021

Ski hills see increased attendance through COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Although COVID-19 has been a disaster for many businesses, at least one industry has seen improvement as it heads into the second winter of the pandemic: ski resorts.

Published December 20, 2021

Students ‘pay it forward’ with 3,062 acts of kindness

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — An act of kindness can go a long way, and Peace Lutheran School has used kindness to help out its local community and raise funds.

The United Way of Southeastern Michigan, along with Caleb’s Kids, held a virtual town hall Wednesday, Dec. 15, focused on ways to support kids who may be dealing with stress and seasonal depression. A list of resources are available for anyone who may be in distress or suffering a mental health crisis.

Published December 18, 2021

Virtual town hall helps parents, kids deal with stress, seasonal depression

METRO DETROIT — On Dec. 15, officials from the United Way of Southeastern Michigan and Caleb’s Kids held a virtual town hall to share tips on how to cope with seasonal depression and stress, particularly in young people.

Catholic Foundation of Michigan Board Member Chris Allen, CEO Angela Moloney and Anthony Schena, chair of the Grant and Impact Committee, pose at the Dec. 7 awards breakfast held at the Detroit Athletic Club.

Published December 17, 2021

Churches, schools, nonprofits benefit from local grants

METRO DETROIT — Four years after its founding, the Catholic Foundation of Michigan is making a difference to more than 30 local charities with its annual grant awards.

Published December 11, 2021

Walk back through time and see dinosaurs in Novi

Vinny Micallef, 3, stood in line at Suburban Collection Showplace during the afternoon Dec. 10. In just a few moments, he and his grandparents, Donna and Chuck Dewandeler, would be let into the showroom to see the king of the dinosaurs, a Tyrannosaurus rex.

Published December 10, 2021

District court budget approved

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The 2022 budget for a local court will be a little less than the current budget.

Published December 10, 2021

Sen. Peters: ‘No. 1 threat to the homeland is cyber’

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Continuing missions at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, cyber security and drones were some issues discussed at a recent event.

Published December 9, 2021

Joy to You concert returns for the Christmas season

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The 14th year of the annual Joy To You holiday concert returned this year in person to celebrate the Christmas season.

Published December 8, 2021

Residents cautioned to take steps to minimize home damage this winter

METRO DETROIT — Winter weather brings numerous risks to the home, but experts say there are several steps homeowners can take to minimize their risks and possibly prevent paying for costly repairs.

Published December 8, 2021

Give the gift of the outdoors this holiday season

METRO DETROIT — With Michigan leading COVID-19 case numbers across the country, a thoughtful gift this year is one that will continue to give all year long — the gift of the outdoors, given that indoor activities carry a higher likelihood of virus transmission.

Published December 8, 2021

Macomb County law enforcement responds in wake of school shooting

MACOMB COUNTY — Following the fatal shooting at Oxford High School and a slew of school closures due to threats across metro Detroit, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office is making one thing clear: Copycat threats are criminal violations, and in Macomb County, such criminal violations will be prosecuted.