FRASER — The long-awaited launch of a gas station/convenience store on the site of a former city landmark is nearly here.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Oliver is a good listener. He keeps still and doesn’t interrupt, but he might lick your hand. The fluffy, friendly 2-year-old golden retriever was on duty April 21 — eyes bright and ears perked — as a lineup of children read stories to him at the Sterling Heights Public Library.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A public pickleball palace is taking shape in Sterling Heights. The $10 million project — a key piece of a millage voters approved in November 2024 — is on track to debut in late June or early July, promising a top-notch experience for players of all skill levels.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The United States is marking its 250th birthday this year and Sterling Heights is joining the party.

MACOMB COUNTY — This year’s field of candidates seeking state and federal offices representing Sterling Heights has been finalized. Voters this summer and fall will make choices for Michigan’s top elected officials — governor, attorney general and secretary of state — along with representatives for state Senate and House districts.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The city is looking up in order to bring electricity costs down. Up as in the sky, which is where a proposal in the 2026-27 budget calls for harnessing sunlight to generate power for three municipal buildings: City Hall, the public library and the police station.

STERLING HEIGHTS — If art, as the saying goes, is in the eye of the beholder, then behold Sterling Heights. The city has assembled a notable public art collection over its history — ramping up significantly in recent years — and the momentum shows no signs of slowing.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Two 19-year-old men from out of state are facing prison terms for their alleged involvement in a vandalism spree that spread hateful messages.

FRASER — Some of the city’s finest citizens and contributors will be recognized next month at the 2026 Fraser F.A.M.E. (Fraser Academy Member of Excellence) Award celebration.

FRASER — The city is asking the public to weigh in on the future of Steffens Park.

FRASER — The Baumgartner House Museum continues bringing the past to the present at the corner of Masonic and Kelly.

FRASER — Plans for a new library building took another step forward April 9 when the City Council got a look at concept details and a funding proposal. 

STERLING HEIGHTS — A local school is offering some cute entertainment and the chance to win a trip to a west Michigan town.