Published February 19, 2021
MACOMB COUNTY — Samuel Backos said his restaurant, Ernie’s, has been “devastated” by state-ordered closures officials said were put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. He said local restaurant, bar and banquet properties have been left “virtually worthless” and that their employees have suffered through “a very depressing time.”
Read MorePublished February 19, 2021
METRO DETROIT — From a low of leaving a show after just a day to a high of months of great sales, the boating industry has weathered the COVID-19 pandemic better than other industries, likely because its product is designed to be used in the relative safety of outdoors.
Read MorePublished February 18, 2021
WEST BLOOMFIELD — With illegal marijuana grow houses raising concerns among some West Bloomfield residents, on Feb. 8 the township board imposed a moratorium against any more medical marijuana grow homes in residential areas by a vote of 6-0.
Read MorePublished February 18, 2021
DETROIT — The Michigan Science Center is welcoming in more people than ever with its free admission days.
Read MorePublished February 18, 2021
METRO DETROIT — Whether it be whiffle ball in the backyard, tee ball for the city team or playing video games on the TV, baseball has been a constant in Dugan Darnell’s life for as long as he can remember.
Read MorePublished February 16, 2021
TROY — Troy police are investigating a homicide discovered during the early morning Feb. 15 at the front entrance of Belle Tire, 4966 Rochester Road.
Read MorePublished February 12, 2021
OAKLAND COUNTY — A Flint man has been charged following a string of robberies at pharmacies across Oakland and Genesee counties.
Read MorePublished February 10, 2021
ROCHESTER HILLS — Oakland University is offering financial assistance to those working the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MorePublished February 10, 2021
METRO DETROIT — Sterling Heights resident Roxanne Hayes has an 86-year-old father who lives with her and her husband.
Read MorePublished February 9, 2021
METRO DETROIT — Families once were busy running from school to dance class to basketball practice, and from family parties to hanging out with friends all weekend, but the past months have made for a change of pace that’s affecting how residents feel about the importance of their yard to their peace of mind.
Read MorePublished February 9, 2021
BIRMINGHAM — How are you doing, handling all of this time at home? If working or learning virtually has you a little down, unmotivated, maybe a bit forgetful and anxious, you’re far from alone. The pandemic has caused a lot of people to feel that way.
Read MorePublished February 9, 2021
ROYAL OAK — The excavation and construction of a seven-story, 86,000-square-foot, $51 million Baker College campus is underway in downtown Royal Oak at 420 S. Lafayette Ave., north of Fifth Street.
Read MorePublished February 8, 2021
WALLED LAKE — Since 1996, parents in Michigan have had more flexibility as to where their children attend school.
Read MorePublished February 6, 2021
A local guide to metro Detroit Friday fish fry dinners in 2021
Read MorePublished February 6, 2021
WEST BLOOMFIELD — For local residents, perhaps one of the best resources for escape and entertainment during COVID-19 has been the West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission.
Read MorePublished February 5, 2021
ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo recently announced that two polar bear cubs born Nov. 17 to mom Suka, 8, and 16-year-old father Nuka are doing well.
Read MorePublished February 5, 2021
METRO DETROIT — Talk about a snow day. Forty-three years ago, the Great Blizzard of 1978 blanketed metro Detroit, the state and other parts of the U.S.
Read MorePublished February 4, 2021
STERLING HEIGHTS — It has been more than five years since Sterling Heights resident David Lomasney made a decision that changed not only the course of his life, but possibly thousands of others.
Read MorePublished February 4, 2021
The Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce has launched the Love the Lakes Shop and Dine Local Campaign in an effort to support nearby businesses.
Read MorePublished January 30, 2021
OAKLAND COUNTY — The bar and restaurant industries have been some of the hardest hit in the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurant owners have had to adjust hours and switch solely to carryout in order to keep business afloat.
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