UTICA — During the Utica City Council’s March 10 meeting, representatives with the Clinton River Watershed Council discussed potential canoe and kayak launch site updates that could be accomplished at sites in Utica in the near future.

STERLING HEIGHTS/UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Current Introduction to Sculpture students at William R. Davis Junior High School in Sterling Heights were able to learn different sculpture techniques through melted and morphed plastic plates and alcohol inks, and they recently displayed their work.

TROY — As spring approaches and the weather warms up, officials in Troy are taking stock of a winter season that was busier than usual for snow control.

TROY — The next production by the Ridgedale Players is an aquatic adventure that adapts a modern Disney classic.

TROY — Just in time for syrup-making season, the Troy Nature Society celebrated the grand opening of its new sugar shed.

TROY — Members of Scouting America learned first aid skills — and put them to the test — during the First Aid Rally, held March 7 at Troy Fire Station No. 3.

UTICA — The Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township celebrated the collection and distribution of approximately 1,500 boxes of food for its 2025 Holiday Food Drive with a thank-you breakfast March 5.

METRO DETROIT — As people consider revitalizing their homes during the warmer months, there are many different ways to utilize antiques or secondhand furniture and trinkets as decorations for both the outside and inside of residences.

UTICA — The Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township recently celebrated the collection and distribution of approximately 1,500 boxes of food for its 2025 Holiday Food Drive with a thank-you breakfast March 5.

UTICA — Approximately 20 students associated with the Utica Community Schools career and technical education small engine program were able to shadow marine technicians Feb. 24-27 in St. Clair Shores as a way to further promote interest in an in-demand career path.

TROY — On Feb. 10, the owner and three employees at the Oxford Center were bound over to stand trial in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County on felony charges related to a hyperbaric chamber explosion that resulted in the death of a 5-year-old child.

TROY — Three Troy artists were among those honored at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center’s 2026 Current Student Works Show, available for viewing until March 12 at 1516 S. Cranbrook Road.

TROY — Troy Athens High has raised more than $102,000 for the New Day Foundation as a part of its annual Charity Week, which took place Feb. 9-13.

TROY — Two sleep specialists have agreed to pay more than $760,000 to the United States and state of Michigan to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act.

TROY — Troy may soon see space for a shooting range that also sells firearms and provides training classes for those with a concealed pistol license.