Warren Weekly

Published October 18, 2019

Educators hopeful millage initiative will get on ballot

MACOMB COUNTY — A group of Macomb County educators have joined together to place an educational millage on the ballot next March.

Published October 18, 2019

Former Warren diversity head sues city, officials in federal court

WARREN — Warren Mayor Jim Fouts said he was “blindsided” when the city’s former diversity coordinator, Greg Murray, handed him a letter of resignation in late 2017. The mayor used the same word to describe his reaction to a new lawsuit filed on Murray’s behalf in U.S. District Court on Oct. 14.

Published October 18, 2019

Warren welcomes Civic Center South

WARREN — Warren’s new Civic Center South is now open for business on Van Dyke Avenue, north of Nine Mile Road.

Published October 18, 2019

Warren Town Center development plans come into focus

WARREN — A 194-room Marriott “boutique” hotel and a residential component that includes “above market” apartments and townhomes are part of the emerging plans for Warren’s Civic Center.

Published October 17, 2019

The Friday 5 — Oct. 18-20

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published October 16, 2019

Behind the Wheel: Reunited and it feels so good

In 1971, Mike Karagozian, of Sylvan Lake, bought a 1972 Honda CB450 — his first motorcycle.

Published October 16, 2019

Mumble is the new rumble in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — Thanks to the installation of mumble strips, Macomb County drivers haven’t heard as much “rumbling” on county roads.

Published October 16, 2019

Elementary robotics programs inspire students to build a better future

METRO DETROIT — With the number of high-paying jobs in science, technology, engineering and math fields growing by the day, many schools and businesses across the nation are providing more opportunities for students to engage in robotics, building STEM skills at an earlier age than ever before.

Published October 16, 2019

Today’s menu: tech with a side of chitchat

METRO DETROIT — Now in her senior year at Lutheran North Christian High School in Macomb Township, Emma Schulz, 17, started showing up to school a few minutes earlier than normal this fall.

Published October 16, 2019

Proper lawn care will leave grass greener when winter ends

METRO DETROIT — Whether the grass is truly greener on the other side is a debatable question for the ages, but experts say there are things you can do to make sure your grass is healthier on the other side of winter.

Published October 16, 2019

Simkus: ‘I want to be able to do more’

WARREN — Arnold Simkus has a list of goals he wants to accomplish if he’s elected to the position of city treasurer in November, including some things that transcend the traditional duties and responsibilities of the job.

Published October 16, 2019

Barnwell: ‘I’m here to serve’

WARREN — Lorie Barnwell brought experience in banking and finance to the office of Warren’s city treasurer when she was elected in 2015.

Published October 16, 2019

Fouts: ‘My life is devoted to the city’

WARREN — Jim Fouts transitioned from serving as one of nine members of the Warren City Council to become the top administrator at City Hall in November 2007.

Published October 16, 2019

Colegio:‘I have the ability to bring the community closer together’

WARREN — Kelly Colegio had the strong support and endorsement of Warren Mayor Jim Fouts when she ran for an at-large seat on the City Council in 2011 and won. Before that, she worked in his office and later served as the city’s community outreach coordinator.

Macomb Township Planning Consultant Patrick Meagher was appointed to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority on Oct. 3. His term on the board expires in 2022.

Published October 15, 2019

Planning consultant appointed to authority in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — As part of the Oct. 3 Macomb County Board of Commissioners meeting, appointment interviews were held for the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.

Published October 15, 2019

Fired Macomb County official files whistleblower suit

MACOMB COUNTY — A former high-ranking Macomb County official has filed a whistleblower lawsuit against the executive and deputy executive of Macomb County, alleging that race and other determining factors led to her termination.

Published October 11, 2019

‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop’ Jefferson Starship

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Fans of Jefferson Starship will have “Somebody to Love” when the celebrated rock band performs Oct. 25 at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts.

Published October 11, 2019

Local schools participate in Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch

WARREN — “Crunch.” That was the sound that echoed in the cafeterias of five Warren Consolidated Schools buildings Oct. 10 as students participated in the Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch.

Published October 11, 2019

Welding reportedly sparks tire fire in local building

WARREN — Sparks from a welder inside a Warren business reportedly ignited a tire fire that cast clouds of thick black smoke across Groesbeck Highway, near Toepfer Road, on Oct. 6.

Published October 11, 2019

Warren OKs dispensary licenses despite controversy, lawsuits

WARREN — Legal battles and political intrigue will linger on, but a batch of up to 15 medical marijuana dispensaries are now closer to opening their doors in the city of Warren.