Southfield Sun

Published October 16, 2018

City resumes search for EverCentre developer

SOUTHFIELD — The empty lot across from City Hall holds a lot of potential, according to city officials. It just needs the right developer.Read More

Published October 12, 2018

New MCSO conductor makes melodies and music

METRO DETROIT — Monsters and music will join together Oct. 28 when the Motor City Symphony Orchestra performs its Halloween-themed concert, “Classically Spooky,” at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts in Clinton Township.

Published October 10, 2018

A fresh cut at the ‘barkershop’

METRO DETROIT — Grooming trends for dogs change a bit for colder months, with longer cuts, special tools and even outfits that are as helpful as they are fashionable.

Published October 10, 2018

Bringing Halloween to the home

METRO DETROIT — Whether throwing a classy Halloween dinner party or transforming your garage into a haunted attraction, local experts have ideas to enhance any vision.

Published October 9, 2018

Deer are coming to a highway near you

METRO DETROIT — Fall is the time for deer to frolic, and drivers need to be ready if one frolics near their car.

Published October 9, 2018

Stakeholders meet for annual stormwater summit

SOUTHFIELD — Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash, in partnership with the nonprofit Pure Oakland Water and Lawrence Technological University, hosted the sixth annual Southeast Michigan Regional Stormwater Summit Oct. 5.Read More

Published October 9, 2018

City wins planning award for Northland site

SOUTHFIELD — The city recently received an award for its redevelopment efforts at the Northland Center site.Read More

Published October 9, 2018

FBI: Crime down in Southfield

SOUTHFIELD — Throughout Southfield and the nation, violent crime and property crime are on the decline, according to new statistics released by the FBI. On Sept. 24, the FBI released its Crime in the United States report for 2017.Read More

Published October 9, 2018

Local sculptor featured in ArtPrize festival

SOUTHFIELD — When you use the analytical side of your brain all the time, you might be surprised what the creative side can do. Engineer-turned-sculptor Ira Russell, of Southfield, was recently featured in ArtPrize, the international art festival in Grand Rapids.Read More

Published October 9, 2018

Cannabis policy firm releases tax revenue analysis prior to upcoming ballot proposal

LANSING — A new economic analysis of the potential impact of recreational marijuana on the Michigan tax revenue market is drawing praise by proponents and ire from opposition.

Published October 9, 2018

Fashion flair highlights fall season for clothing and hair

METRO DETROIT — When it comes to the fall fashions of 2018, the hues of hot pink, navy and onyx are setting the styles. Also fashionable this season are animal prints and floral prints, according to Sarah Kreisler, owner of Village Palm, located at 17131 Kercheval Ave. in Grosse Pointe City.

Published October 3, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Road Runners run in the family

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — For Clinton Township resident Michael Belcarz, the Plymouth Road Runner is a car that has stood the test of time for three generations.

Published October 3, 2018

Officials OK First Center Drive name change to Beaumont Boulevard

SOUTHFIELD — If you’ve grown accustomed to taking First Center Drive, get ready to know it by a new name.

Published October 3, 2018

Local woman named to Forbes 30 Under 30

SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield recently recognized one of its own for her placement on a distinguished list.

Published October 3, 2018

Credit unions highlight measures to keep financial data safe

METRO DETROIT — Financial institutions store more valuables than money; they also store valuable financial data.

Published October 3, 2018

Protect the ones you love from the day they’re born

METRO DETROIT — It may seem like the list of must-haves for baby is already long, but local health experts say there’s something that shouldn’t be neglected when parents bring home a baby: safety.

Published October 2, 2018

Time capsule opened after 30 years

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Sept. 27, outside the Verkuilen Building in Clinton Township, a time capsule from 1988 was dug up and opened. The event coincided with the Macomb County Council on Aging’s 50th anniversary.

Published October 1, 2018

Search continues for missing Southfield woman

Police officials are requesting the assistance of the public in locating a local woman. According to a news release from Acting Chief Nick Loussia, police are looking for 69-year-old Andrea Rose Gurwin. Loussia said Gurwin was last seen Sept.Read More

Published September 26, 2018

Candidates sound off in judicial forum

SOUTHFIELD — The two candidates running for 46th District Court judge in the Nov. 6 election participated in a candidate forum recently. The forum was held Sept.Read More

Published September 26, 2018

Southfield students plant learning gardens throughout district

SOUTHFIELD — Students of all ages in the Southfield Public Schools district are rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty this fall, all in the name of learning.