Southfield Sun

Published April 10, 2021

Southfield woman seeks help in restoring historic piano

SOUTHFIELD — For as long as she can remember, the sound of a Steinway piano has been a part of Alicia Nuccilli’s life. Her father, Ed Nuccilli, was a well-known jazz artist in Detroit who worked with several Motown superstars, like Smokey Robinson.

Published April 9, 2021

Southfield residents raise concerns over emergency access driveway

SOUTHFIELD — On the evening of Aug. 14, 2020, the residents of Green Valley Street opened their mailboxes. Inside was a letter from the Southfield Planning Department that talked about a construction project taking place at the end of their street.

Southfield resident Alisha Love poses with her new children’s book based on creating habits of positive daily affirmation that Love used while dealing with two complicated pregnancies.

Published April 8, 2021

Southfield resident turns troubling experience into children’s book

SOUTHFIELD — One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, life has been difficult for a lot of people, and Alisha Love is no different.

Published April 8, 2021

Farmington Class of 1946 still as close as ever

FARMINGTON — Though the class size has dwindled over the years, the bond of the Farmington High School Class of 1946 has never wavered.

Protesters kneel June 14 along Evergreen Road during a Kneel to Heal event. Southfield is in the running for an award based, in part, on its response to the unrest created in the wake of the death of George Floyd.

Published April 7, 2021

Southfield named finalist for All-America City Award

SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield has often been one to put residents’ needs first, according to city officials, from encouraging community engagement in reimagining a park space to helping seniors without computer access sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine.

Published April 7, 2021

New program to help with rent, utilities for those struggling in the pandemic

METRO DETROIT — The advent of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020 changed everything for everyone, but shutdowns have affected some residents more than others.

Published April 7, 2021

Homebuyers, renovators battle ‘unprecedented’ lumber costs

METRO DETROIT — First it was toilet paper and paper towels, then cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer. Now, the latest product to become scarce amid COVID-19 is lumber.

Published April 7, 2021

Local doctor pleads for vigilance as COVID cases climb

METRO DETROIT — A year ago, when metro Detroit was just getting used to the COVID-19 virus being an everyday risk, we had just a small amount of information and a lot of worries.

Published April 7, 2021

Finding new interests during shutdowns

METRO DETROIT — When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, musician Mike McCabe was on his way to his job playing piano for vacationers aboard the Carnival Cruise Line.

Published April 6, 2021

Oakland University ranked third-safest college campus in U.S.

ROCHESTER — Oakland University ranks among the safest colleges in the nation, according to a recent study by CollegeMagazine.com.

Published April 6, 2021

OU plans in-person classes, events for fall

ROCHESTER — Oakland University students can expect to return to classrooms and their dorms this fall, according to OU officials.

The Oakland County Community College automobile servicing program received national accreditation from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation. The program had to meet a five-step accreditation process.

Published April 6, 2021

OCC Auto Service program receives national accreditation

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland Community College automobile service program has achieved national accreditation by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation.

The Michigan State Police is putting more than 1,250 calming bags in all of its patrol vehicles to help during interactions with people on the autism spectrum.

Published April 4, 2021

State police outfit vehicles with calming kits to help people with autism

METRO DETROIT — April is Autism Awareness Month, and the Michigan State Police is joining with other law enforcement agencies to not only raise awareness about autism, but also include new calming bags in their patrol vehicles.

Published April 1, 2021

Officials encourage continued vigilance as COVID cases surge

METRO DETROIT — An increase in coronavirus cases across Michigan are causing medical practitioners to again stress the importance of mask wearing and social distancing.

Published March 31, 2021

Woman killed in crash on Gratiot in Roseville

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville Police Department is investigating a deadly crash that occurred March 28 on Gratiot Avenue.

Warren Mayor Jim Fouts and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel announced a drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination site that will begin operation in Warren on April 8, in the parking structure next to City Hall on Van Dyke Avenue, north of 12 Mile Road.

Published March 31, 2021

Macomb County adds COVID-19 vaccination sites in Warren

WARREN — Eligible people who live or work in southern Macomb County now have increased accessibility to COVID-19 vaccinations by appointment in Warren.

Published March 27, 2021

Lawrence Tech to offer new scholarship to STEM majors

SOUTHFIELD — In the founding documents written for Lawrence Technological University, the words “every student deserves an education, and finances should never get in the way” are written.

Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter speaks at an Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department grand opening in 2020. Coulter recently backed additional protections of LGBTQ residents in the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act.

Published March 26, 2021

Oakland County executive, local legislator back additional LGBTQ protections in Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act

SOUTHFIELD — The Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act, signed into law in 1976, prohibits discrimination in Michigan on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status and marital status in employment, housing, education and access to public accommodations.

“Gray Matters: Laughter and Brain Health” is the title of a free virtual lecture for Michigan seniors aimed at helping them find the brighter side of life by exploring the benefits of laughter on the brain, particularly zduring current stressful times. JVS Human Services have teamed up with Jewish Family Services to provide monthly lectures for local seniors.

Published March 25, 2021

Southfield groups offer virtual brain health lecture for seniors

SOUTHFIELD — Local seniors are invited to take place in a monthly virtual lecture administered by Mind University.

The city of Southfield will hold a socially distanced Eggs on Wheels event March 26 at the city’s pavilion. Residents can buy tickets up until noon on March 26 by visiting www.apm.activecommunities.com/southfieldparks or by calling (248) 796-4620.

Published March 24, 2021

Southfield Parks and Recreation to hold in-person, socially distanced Easter event

SOUTHFIELD — After winter and COVID-19 forced a lot of residents to stay inside, the Southfield Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the police and fire departments, will host Eggs on Wheels March 26.