Southfield Sun

Published October 13, 2021

SOTUTHFIELD — In the Southfield Sun’s coverage area, voters will decide the next mayor, clerk and council.

Published October 13, 2021

Southfield response team helps victims of domestic violence

SOUTHFIELD — In early 2020, Southfield Police Chief Elvin Barren unveiled a plan called the “Community Harms — Directed Policing Model.” It was a new approach to policing in Southfield, with a focus on quality-of-life issues.

Residents lined up outside the Novi Fire Station Oct. 7 for a drive-thru vaccine clinic, hosted by Oakland County Health Division.

Published October 8, 2021

Third shot’s the charm

Oakland County’s health director explains who should get another dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and when

Published October 8, 2021

Detroit-area companies join first class of Apple’s Impact Accelerator

SOUTHFIELD — A Southfield company is among 15 nationwide chosen for the first class of Apple’s Impact Accelerator — a program aimed at helping minority-owned businesses that are committed to green technology and clean energy.

Cars zip through the intersection of 12 Mile and Telegraph roads.

Published October 8, 2021

Report claims Southfield has rudest drivers in Michigan

SOUTHFIELD — Insurify, an online insurance comparison site, recently released its 2021 report on the U.S. cities with the rudest drivers, by state. In Michigan, that city was listed as Southfield.

Published October 7, 2021

Southfield approves resolution on regional deer management plan

SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield has had an issue with deer for some time, but a management plan with other Oakland County communities hopes to change that.

The Sanctuary, located in Royal Oak, offers a three-week residential program, outpatient counseling and trauma-informed care to youth and families in crisis. It is part of Common Ground, a nonprofit organization that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Published October 7, 2021

Common Ground celebrates 50 years

OAKLAND COUNTY — As Common Ground celebrates its first 50 years and looks forward to the next, it hopes to raise funds for a behavioral health urgent care center to address the increasing demand from people facing stress, addiction and other emotional well-being issues.

Published October 7, 2021

Hands-on lab sets out to engage Oakland students

OAKLAND COUNTY — This week, as you’re sitting down to read this article, sixth graders in the West Bloomfield Schools District are experiencing the latest innovations in science, technology, engineering and math first hand.

Published October 6, 2021

A deeper look at our wider waistlines

METRO DETROIT — Social distancing may keep us from contracting COVID-19, but it could also make many of us more likely to succumb to a different national public health crisis: obesity.

Published October 6, 2021

Like the weather, fall has slightly cooled housing market

METRO DETROIT — Bidding wars, appraisal guarantees, cash-only offers.

Published October 6, 2021

Behind the Wheel: Studebaker returns home

STERLING HEIGHTS — Bryan Smith never thought he’d see his 1954 Studebaker again.

Published October 5, 2021

After gunfire hits daycare facility, police arrest two suspects

SOUTHFIELD — Two men were arrested on charges related to a Sept. 20 shooting where bullets were fired into a daycare facility.

Published October 1, 2021

No tricks, all treats: Halloween events in 2021

METRO DETROIT — The sun may have set on Halloween events in 2021, but we're always updating our Seasonal Features page.

Published September 24, 2021

Behind the Wheel: Owner has a long history with his Corvette

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Bert Bernardi was 23 years old when he purchased his dream car: a 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.

Published September 23, 2021

Southfield officials laud continued development of City Centre Trail

SOUTHFIELD — As the City Centre Trail continues to evolve, officials say that the project has succeeded in enhancing the heart of Southfield with a vibrant “downtown” vibe.

Published September 22, 2021

Take small steps now to be prepared when disaster strikes

METRO DETROIT — Fire, flood and storm damage could strike at any time. The difference between disaster and making it through could hinge on how much one is prepared for the worst.

Published September 22, 2021

Southfield resident shares journey with brain tumor in one-man show

SOUTHFIELD — A Southfield resident diagnosed with a brain tumor last year has created a one-man show revolving around his journey with cancer.

Published September 22, 2021

Candidates for mayor, clerk, council discuss goals for Southfield

SOUTHFIELD — In the general election Nov. 2, voters in the city of Southfield will decide the next mayor and clerk, and four seats on the City Council.

Published September 22, 2021

Oakland County promotes substance use recovery, even during COVID

OAKLAND COUNTY — As the world slowly returns to some form of normalcy, celebrations that were once postponed because of the pandemic can finally be observed, and the anticipation makes them that much sweeter.

Published September 22, 2021

Coping with the pandemic in the classroom

METRO DETROIT — In April 2020 — one month after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer closed schools statewide because of COVID-19 — Warren Consolidated Schools staff members established a social and emotional learning committee.