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Summer Beer Festival, cats and cars: Things to do this weekend
There’s plenty to do in metro Detroit as we enter the last weekend of July. Sterling Heights will come alive with live music, carnival rides, art, and more. West Bloomfield will offer a fine arts fair with scenic views of Orchard Lake. Cat enthusiasts can visit a cat show in Taylor, while spectators can watch classic cars cruise down Telegraph, and beer lovers can savor the flavors from Michigan brewers in Ypsilanti. ...
Orion candidates for supervisor, trustees running unopposed in August Primary
ORION TWP. — When Orion Township voters cast their ballots in the Aug. 6 Primary Election they will see three new names vying for the four trustee positions on the Orion Township Board of Trustees. The four candidates for trustee – incumbent Michael Flood, Jr. and newcomers John Carson,...
Macomb County rescue slammed with needy animals: ‘I don’t know if we’re going to pull out of this’
At a time when Clinton Township-based nonprofit A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue has seen its resources stretched to the limits, its founder said its longstanding partnership with PetSmart Charities has provided crucial funding and support. A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue was founded in 2007 and has been working with PetSmart Charities for...
Township board votes to purchase Dixie Highway property
INDEPENDENCE TWP. — The Independence Township Board of Trustees unanimously approved the purchase of property on Dixie Highway and an intergovernmental agreement with the Downtown Development Authority regarding the property at its meeting on July 8. In May, the board approved a resolution which authorized the purchase of 5854...
Sterlingfest increasing safety, looks to learn from other brawl-filled festivals
Sterlingfest kicks off Thursday with increased safety protocols to help prevent brawls seen at other festivals this summer including at Berkley Days and Marysville Summerfest.
Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords to visit Michigan as part of Harris campaign
(CBS DETROIT) — Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords will visit Michigan this weekend as part of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign trail.Giffords' husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, is one of the top contenders as Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Giffords was also a victim of a shooting during a campaign event with constituents in 2011.Officials said Giffords is scheduled to be in Rochester Hills on Sunday and Grand Rapids on Monday for the "Weekend of Action" events, which include canvass launches, phone banks, and text banks.Harris launched her presidential campaign after President Biden announced last weekend that he was dropping out of the race against former President Donald Trump. Shortly after withdrawing, Biden endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination. Several other Democratic lawmakers, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, have since endorsed Harris.Additionally, Michigan Democratic delegates voted on Tuesday to endorse Harris ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
Flag Retirement Ceremony Takes Place at the Orion Veterans Memorial
LAKE ORION, Mich. – On Saturday, July 20, 2024, the VFW (post 334) hosted a flag retirement ceremony at the Orion Veterans Memorial on Lapeer Rd. Representatives from the post as well as the Memorial Board properly and respectfully disposed of approximately 200 United States flags that were torn and tattered after years of use via a ceremonial burning.
Lake Orion school board selects Heidi Mercer as new superintendent
LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Community Schools Board of Education selected Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Heidi Mercer to be the district’s new superintendent. The 7-0 decision came on July 18 after the board completed five first-round interviews over the course of two evenings. Board members...
Sterlingfest takes center stage this weekend
STERLING HEIGHTS — The city of Sterling Heights once again is coming together this summer to throw its biggest party of the year: the Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair. City Manager Mark Vanderpool called Sterlingfest “our marquee event,” adding that “we will have well over 100,000 people descending on the grounds here in Sterling Heights.”
Rides, art, music, and games can be found around town this weekend
The weekend is just a day away, and there’s plenty to do for just about everyone, including a popular family event that starts today. The gates for the Sterling Fest and Art Fair opened this morning. The annual event will feature a full midway with games and carnival rides, food from local restaurants and food trucks, vendors, art, kids activities, music and other entertainment. The fun goes through Saturday in Sterling Heights at Utica Road and Dodge Park Road.
Jerry Narsh to step down from public service in November
LAKE ORION — For the first time in 42 years, Jerry Narsh will no longer be in a public service role to the Lake Orion community, a role he says “has been an honor and privilege.”. Narsh, who currently serves as Lake Orion Village Council president, has made...
Gratiot Avenue resurfacing project to begin in Casco Township
A portion of Gratiot Avenue in Casco Township will be reduced to one lane of traffic starting Monday for a resurfacing project. Construction is expected to be underway for 30 days on Gratiot Avenue from County Line Road to Division Road, on the border of Richmond. Work includes asphalt pavement removal, cold milling, concrete rubblizing, new aggregate base and repaving roadway with asphalt.
Officials pay tribute to 100th anniversary of Richmond’s town clock
The city of Richmond recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its iconic town clock. State Rep. Jaime Greene, R-Richmond, and Sen. Dan Lauwers, R-Brockway Township, on July 17 presented a tribute to the city of Richmond recognizing the anniversary. The clock was installed on July 17, 1924. It was crafted...
Macomb County restaurant opening 2nd location in Royal Oak as The Morrie closes
ROYAL OAK, Mich. (FOX 2) - The Morrie in Royal Oak is closing soon, but a new restaurant is already lined up to take its place. Sunday will be the last day for the restaurant known for regular live music and DJ performances as owner Aaron Belen shifts his full focus to his real estate development business.
Michigan Maritime Manufacturing Initiative excites officials
WARREN — The Michigan Maritime Manufacturing Initiative is slated to bring new jobs to Michigan and cutting-edge educational opportunities locally. On July 22, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the new $50 million partnership with the U.S. Navy to bring submarine manufacturing to the state at Macomb Community College. “This massive...
Four County Community Foundation Spark Grant program returns to support innovative ideas
Four County Community Foundation (4CCF) announced the return of their Spark Grant program that aims to support innovative ideas. Individuals and nonprofit groups can apply to present their ideas during in-person proposal with 4CCF committee members, according to a news release. The panel has a pool of $50,000 to award...
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