Warren Weekly

Published August 11, 2021

STERLING HEIGHTS/WARREN — The first time Cori Vokal Callahan danced on the Fox Theatre stage as a member of the Rockettes, she couldn’t hold back her emotions.

Published August 10, 2021

Behind the Wheel: This classic model gets car fans charged up

METRO DETROIT — Marc Rozman's passion for vintage vehicles and customized cars began when he was 13 years old.

Published August 9, 2021

Former C & G staff writer remembered for his talent and kindness

TROY — On the evening of Thursday, June 25, Auburn Hills resident Jim Pontzer rushed home at his wife’s request.

Published August 9, 2021

Cities ready to bring back Dream Cruise events

METRO DETROIT — After the COVID-19 pandemic forced its cancellation last year, the Woodward Dream Cruise is returning to metro Detroit this month.

A blue-green algal bloom is pictured in West Bloomfield Township in 2019. It did test positive for cyanobacteria — blue-green algae — but it tested negative for the toxins that bacteria produces.

Published August 6, 2021

Residents living near water advised on how to spot potential toxins

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently sent out a press release advising people living near or visiting Michigan waters in the summer or fall to be aware of the potential for harmful algal blooms, or HABs.

Published August 6, 2021

Center Line council to consider appointment of fellow member

CENTER LINE — Members of the Center Line City Council looked set to consider a recommended replacement of one of their own at a special meeting on Aug. 9, following the death of Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem James Reid.

Published August 6, 2021

Lifeguards wanted at Warren Community Center

WARREN — It’s a sign of the times, and it says, “help wanted.” “Overwhelmed” by the demand for memberships at the Warren Community Center, the city is looking to hire lifeguards for work at the aquatics center on Arden Avenue, near 14 Mile and Mound roads.

Published August 6, 2021

WWPS summer school programs center on academics, enrichment

WARREN — Westwood Elementary School and Warren Woods Middle School are busy with activity this summer as Warren Woods Public Schools students attend summer school.

Published August 6, 2021

Aretha Franklin’s legacy shines brightly in new exhibition

DETROIT — The Detroit Historical Museum is paying homage to the late, great Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.

Warren voters comfortably approved millage renewals for public safety and road repair on Aug. 3.

Published August 4, 2021

Voters renew Warren public safety, streets millages

WARREN — The taxpayers of Warren have been historically generous in their support for the city’s public safety and street repair millages, and this year was no different.

Berkley resident David Young likes to take his “Purple Chameleon” to local car shows and cruises, including the annual Woodward Dream Cruise.

Published August 4, 2021

Behind the Wheel: This ‘Purple Chameleon’ is custom made

BERKLEY — Perhaps you have spotted David Young’s 1953 Ford F-100 pickup truck cruising around town.

Published July 28, 2021

Vaccinated local leaders urge constituents to do the same

WARREN — “Protect yourself. Protect your family. Get vaccinated.” That’s the bottom line of a message coming to mailboxes from Warren-area leaders who said collectively they wouldn’t ask constituents to do what they haven’t done themselves.

Published July 28, 2021

Warren seeks public input during police accreditation process

WARREN — The Warren Police Department is going through an accreditation process and will be under a verification review by a team of assessors July 28-29.

Published July 28, 2021

A lemonade stand can be a hit with a little planning

METRO DETROIT — Anna Mullen always wanted to have a lemonade stand. This summer, she finally did it.

Published July 28, 2021

Last call at Hot Rock Sports Bar & Music Cafe

WARREN — The music scene at one local venue is now quiet. On July 18, Hot Rock Sports Bar & Music Cafe served its last call when it officially closed its doors.

Published July 28, 2021

Plan presented for ‘transformational’ development

WARREN — Developers, financial advisers and administration officials, including Mayor Jim Fouts, appeared before the City Council on July 15 to present plans for the long-discussed and anticipated Warren Town Center development.

Published July 28, 2021

Public skate parks carve out huge space in recreation market

METRO DETROIT — When most of us think of the standard amenities at our local municipal park, we see images of basketball courts, walking trails and swing sets. The old favorites.

In World War II, Henry Freeman’s brother, Howard Freeman, was killed in the Battle of Iwo Jima. Henry Freeman is seen here at the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument dedication last month in Clinton Township.

Published July 28, 2021

Veteran, 95, honors fallen brother

MACOMB COUNTY — When Henry Freeman attended a dedication ceremony last month in Clinton Township, it wasn’t just as a veteran. It was as a Gold Star Family member.

Published July 28, 2021

Product developed by Wayne State professor touted to be safer for marine life

METRO DETROIT — After spending weeks and months in the water, the bottom of a boat can become a slimy mess, as algae and other marine organisms coat the hull.