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Jacob Herbert

C&G Staff Reporter – C & G Sports

Published July 31, 2021

Nonprofit honors pair of Southfield residents

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield-based literacy nonprofit Beyond Basics recently honored two Southfield residents at its annual Coming Together for the Children spring event at the Detroit Athletic Club June 23.

Published July 30, 2021

Southfield Sun

Southfield, Lathrup team up for Bike Safety Rodeo

SOUTHFIELD — As in-person events continue to return, the city of Southfield has teamed up with the city of Lathrup Village, the Lathrup Police Department, the Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village, Hope United Methodist Church, 411 Therapy and the Road Masters Vette Club to sponsor a Bike Safety Rodeo 9 a.m.-noon July 31 at Hope United Methodist Church.

Simple Recycling program returns to Oakland County

Published July 29, 2021

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Simple Recycling program returns to Oakland County

OAKLAND COUNTY — One of the more popular programs in southern Oakland County has recently returned after a long pause due to COVID-19.

Published July 28, 2021

Southfield Sun

JVS Human Services to hold virtual home buying education seminar

SOUTHFIELD — Making a large purchase such as a house or car can be scary for a first-time buyer.

A new community garden is coming to Lathrup Village that allows residents to rent out plant boxes and learn how to garden. The grand opening is set for 6 p.m. July 26.

Published July 17, 2021

Southfield Sun

Lathrup Village set to open Community Garden

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The past year has kept people from interacting with others face to face, and Lathrup Village is looking to change that while teaching people about gardening.

Published July 16, 2021

Southfield Sun

Road repairs on tap in Lathrup Village

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The Lathrup Village roads that residents travel daily are getting a bit of an upgrade.

Diane Powell, center, poses for a photo with Tyler Bobbit, left, and Krys Phillips, right, both from Detroit. Since 2013, Powell has been working to help find jobs for teens in the area.

Published July 15, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Local groups work to employ teens

OAKLAND COUNTY — In May, Oakland County Michigan Works! launched its Oakland NEXT Summer Young Professionals program. The purpose of the program was to connect teens and young adults ages 16-24 with internships, paid work experiences and other no-cost services to help launch their careers.

Published July 1, 2021

Southfield Sun

Southfield welcomes residents back to in-person summer events

SOUTHFIELD — Warm weather is upon us, and that means the need to go outside and socialize is more apparent than ever.

Published July 1, 2021

Southfield Sun

Southfield, Lathrup Village mayors focus on infrastructure, businesses in annual address

SOUTHFIELD — Southfield Mayor Ken Siver and Lathrup Village Mayor Kelly Garrett presented a joint State of the City Address in front of a packed house June 23 at the Regency Manor.

Published June 30, 2021

Metro

Local dog trainers discuss business trends, importance of training

METRO DETROIT — As the COVID-19 pandemic raged on in 2020, many people found themselves isolated. Cut off from co-workers, friends and family, many turned to pet adoption centers in search of a furry friend.

Published June 25, 2021

Southfield Sun

Southfield develops new diversity position

SOUTHFIELD — City officials said Southfield prides itself on diversity. From the workforce to the general population, people from all walks of life can be found within the city limits.

Published June 24, 2021

Metro

Major construction project coming to I-696

METRO DETROIT — Starting next year, Interstate 696 will join I-75 and the laundry list of other road construction projects as the Michigan Department of Transportation seeks to reconstruct the road to make it safer for those who use it every day.

Published June 24, 2021

Southfield Sun

Lathrup Village primed to resume in-person events this summer

LATHRUP VILLAGE — As COVID-19 cases continue to decline in Michigan and state restrictions are loosened, the city of Lathrup Village is ready to welcome residents back to in-person summer events.

Members of the Detroit-based nonprofit Developing Kids pose with a check for $100,000 from Impact 100 Metro Detroit. The nonprofit’s president and CEO, Kimberly Johnson, wrote a grant and was awarded the funds during Impact 100’s annual Big Give event.

Published June 11, 2021

Southfield Sun

Youth service nonprofit awarded $100,000 grant

SOUTHFIELD — When it comes to the world of nonprofits, funding is just about everything.

Published June 10, 2021

Southfield Sun

Plum Hollow Country Club celebrates 100 years

SOUTHFIELD — On May 14, 1921, the Plum Hollow Country Club opened its doors to the public. Now, exactly 100 years later, the 157-acre site at Nine Mile and Lahser roads is still standing thanks to its leadership and support from members.