Southfield Sun

Published June 5, 2019

Suspect sought in armed robbery in Southfield

SOUTHFIELD — At press time, police were looking for a man who allegedly committed an armed robbery.

Published June 5, 2019

Supper Club serves up community togetherness

LATHRUP VILLAGE — Since 1945, the Lathrup Village Supper Club has been serving up themed parties with a side of fellowship, all in the name of getting to know your neighbors.

Published June 5, 2019

Southfield looking into making Reynolds Aluminum a historical site

SOUTHFIELD — A midcentury staple on stilts may soon be designated as a historical site.

Published June 5, 2019

Interfaith group to explore henna: temporary, natural body art

METRO DETROIT — Henna is a rich part of Indian culture, and is a staple at weddings. It is also used during religious ceremonies, baby showers, parties and get-togethers.

Published June 5, 2019

D-Day 75 years later

METRO DETROIT — Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force Dwight Eisenhower famously said the task of D-Day would not be an easy one, given the enemy was “well-trained, well-equipped and battle-hardened.”

State Rep. Bill Sowerby, D-Clinton Township, is joining other legislators in a plan to attack illiteracy.

Published June 5, 2019

Local legislators bringing literacy back to forefront

LANSING — The literacy crisis in Michigan has not improved, leading to a new push from state legislators to address statewide deficiencies.

Published June 5, 2019

Around the campfire, the talk is of memories, camaraderie

METRO DETROIT — The scent of charcoal smoldering in the air. The sounds of kids playing cornhole. Watching the sunset from a chaise lawn chair. It's all part of the camping experience in Michigan.

Published June 5, 2019

Families make it work — successfully

METRO DETROIT — Have you ever wondered how and why family members decide to work together to make a business thrive? C & G Newspapers asked some folks who have been doing it successfully for years, as well as a family that has just branched out to the second generation.

Published June 5, 2019

Small backyards can pack a big punch

METRO DETROIT — If you have a small backyard, your big ideas can be right at home. According to local experts, homeowners with small backyards don’t have to scale down their big ideas, and a few simple yard hacks can make your space seem bigger than it really is.

Published May 30, 2019

Behind the Wheel: 1974 Javelin embodies owner’s affinity for American Motors

It’s been decades since a car rolled off the line at the now-defunct American Motors Corp., but for longtime AMC enthusiast Tim Stolarski, of Macomb Township, the brand is still alive and well — at least in his own driveway.

Published May 29, 2019

The Friday 5 — May 31-June 2

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published May 29, 2019

Public invited to Southfield police chief panel interview

SOUTHFIELD — Residents who would like to get in on the interview process for the city’s next police chief are invited to an upcoming panel interview.

Published May 29, 2019

Southfield Public Library to restore hours June 3

SOUTHFIELD — For the better part of a decade, the Southfield Public Library has been operating under restricted hours. All that will change next month.

Published May 29, 2019

Southfield, Lathrup Village gather to hear from veterans on Memorial Day

SOUTHFIELD/LATHRUP VILLAGE — It’s a long weekend filled with barbecues, parades and road trips, but this year, attendees of Southfield and Lathrup Village’s Memorial Day ceremony were asked to remember the true meaning of the holiday.

Published May 29, 2019

Uncover the thrill of the grill in rare and well-done form

METRO DETROIT — Warm up to cooking outdoors with these tips from folks who know their way around the grill grates.

Published May 29, 2019

Charitable runs/walks can be a kickstart to fitness

METRO DETROIT — Los Angeles-based celebrity fitness trainer Alex Fine will be competing in a 50-mile ultramarathon to raise money for HAVEN of Oakland County.

Published May 24, 2019

Southfield PD participates in Click It or Ticket crackdown

SOUTHFIELD — To kick off the summer, through June 2, the Southfield Police Department will take part in the Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign.

Published May 24, 2019

Falling in the shadows of heroes

METRO DETROIT — Peter Braun made his first parachute landing on his 17th birthday. He’s 54 now and has logged 6,500 jumps. None will be more meaningful than those he’s scheduled to make this June

Published May 22, 2019

Southfield Police Department memorializes fallen officers

SOUTHFIELD — The spring rain held off just long enough for the Southfield Police Department to commemorate National Police Week through a memorial ceremony.

Published May 22, 2019

Southfield police seek help locating catalytic converter thieves

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department and security at a local college are seeking the public’s help in locating two men in connection with catalytic converter thefts.