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Macomb County officials on new project: 'It's more than just a jail'
The first demolition smashes crashed Friday into the wall of the Macomb County Jail annex, with more than a dozen wide swings each from County Executive Mark Hackel and Sheriff Anthony Wickersham. Wielding sledgehammers emblazoned with the words "Macomb County" on the handles and sporting black Sheriff's Office hard hats and dark sunglasses,...
Ann Arbor Guide to Volunteer Opportunities for Kids
Summer is in full swing, and for many parents, that comes along with kids and teens looking for suggestions on how to spend their time. The good news is that Washtenaw County is full of opportunities for youths to spend their vacations giving back to their community and having fun along the way.
Sheriff candidate taken to court for $21K in debt, says it makes her relatable
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Capitol One sued a Washtenaw County sheriff candidate for owing nearly $21,000, court records show. The credit card company filed a lawsuit against Alyshia Dyer, one of three Democrats appearing on the Aug. 6 primary ballot, in February. The debt was primarily daily living costs incurred while she was in graduate school, Dyer said, and she believes her the debt makes her more relatable to voters.
3 Democrats seek open Washtenaw County sheriff seat in August primary election
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Three Democrats are vying for the position of Washtenaw County sheriff in the Aug. 6 primary election. Alyshia Dyer, a social worker and former county sheriff’s deputy; Derrick Jackson, the sheriff’s director of community engagement; and Ken Magee, a consultant who once led the University of Michigan public safety department, are seeking to replace current Sheriff Jerry Clayton, who announced in 2022 he would not run for reelection. Clayton has served as the county’s sheriff since 2008.
Barnes & Noble takes play from independent competitors, opens new Lake Orion store
Barnes & Noble, once viewed as the Goliath to independent bookstores' David, is now making a nostalgia-filled return with the opening of dozens of bookstores across the country, including one in Lake Orion that opened Wednesday. About 150 stores closed in the 2010s, — including the Barnes & Noble bookstore...
Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice plan march on Washington
Survivors of violent crime had a meeting in Detroit to advocate for themselves and have a larger march planned in Washington this September. The non-partisan group works to pass bills to protect victim rights. The group includes survivors of gun violence, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The national network promotes...
Genesee County food truck offers loaded ‘Daddy Mac,’ ‘Rocky Balboa’ baked potatoes
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Claiming to be the only food truck in Genesee County offering loaded baked potatoes, gaining popularity has been no issue for the Spud Hut. Launching in May, the Spud Hut already has business booming. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Belle Isle giant slide reopens, and nobody will be flying off of it this time
In August 2022, Detroit Rapper Gmac Cash made a viral song about Belle Isle’s Giant Slide. In the song, Gmac Cash raps: “Hey, you could break your back on the giant slide / You could even break your neck on the giant slide / You might even bump your head on the giant slide.” ...
Birmingham Italian Dish holding closing sale
Birmingham store The Italian Dish is holding a retirement sale as owner/operator Holly Anselmi has decided it is time to move on after 20 years of owning the shop. The Italian Dish, 288 E. Maple Road, between S. Old Woodward and Woodward avenues, features specialty dinnerware, kitchenware, home décor, linens and gifts from Italy and other parts of Europe. Anselmi noted it's “a little bittersweet to close. Twenty years of retail have been good to me, but it's time to do something new.”
Annual Day on the Town Saturday, July 27
It's the day downtown Birmingham goes on sale. This year, Saturday, July 27, is Day On The Town, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and it's the day with the best sales and deals and most fun in the downtown area. Find deeply discounted merchandise from over 60 retailers, food...
Woman who burned Quran outside Dearborn mosque vows to return to city
A woman from Oregon who burned a Quran outside a Dearborn mosque says she plans to return to the city by the end of the summer to again burn the holy book for Muslims. Sorbeah Almosa lit on fire a Quran at about 4 a.m. on July 13 on a sidewalk outside the Al-Huda Islamic Association, a mosque on Warren Avenue, as a protest against what she said were extremist statements made at rallies in Dearborn in...
Hip Hop Icon KRS-One to Rock Avalon Village Stage July 30 in Highland Park
Legendary hip-hop icon KRS-One will perform at Avalon Village in Highland Park on Tuesday, July 30. This special outdoor concert, hosted by 2D Productions and Avalon Village, promises a night of unforgettable beats while raising funds for a great cause. KRS-One, also known as Lawrence “Kris” Parker, is highly respected...
R&B on the river, Michigan jazz talent and drinks at the zoo: This weekend in Detroit
Heavy summer storms this week gave way to gorgeously mild weather, perfect for outdoor activities or chill artistic pursuits. As usual with summer in The D, there are many big things going on, including Concert of Colors and the Ann Arbor Art Fair, but here are four fun, fresh options you might not know about. ...
Senior/rec center panel suggests new building
The Ad Hoc Senior/Recreation Center Committee (SCC) advising the Birmingham City Commission on development of a senior and recreation center for the city voted on Wednesday, July 17, to recommend to city leaders a complete new building rather than rehab the building purchased from the YMCA at 400 E. Lincoln one year ago.
45% of high-ranking officials in Duggan's office don’t live in Detroit, analysis shows
The leader of Detroit’s public transit system lives in a different time zone, roughly 300 miles away from the city in a Chicago suburb. The official overseeing city property assessments resides with his wife more than 100 miles from Detroit, outside of Lansing. ...
Roadkill Nights coming back to M1 Concourse
Cruise Week's legal street drag racing event will return to the M1 Concourse in Pontiac this year. MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge, which brings drag racing to Woodward Avenue, was moved to downtown Pontiac last year. But on Aug. 10, the event that regularly attracts thousands of gearheads,...
Tigers take Tarik Skubal off the market the best way they know how
The Detroit Tigers are six games behind the Boston Red Sox for the final American League Wild Card spot, but a recent win streak may have set them up to be disillusioned down the road. The Tigers have been linked to many different trade rumors with less than two weeks...
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