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Calling all cooks and car lovers
MADISON HEIGHTS — A two-in-one car show and barbecue contest will bring together fans of both subcultures at Civic Center Plaza this fall. Registration is now open for those looking to showcase their ride or flex their skills at the grill. The free event is called Revin’ in the...
Historic Luxury! Inside the $15M Estate of Former Detroit Casino Owner
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a home that’s the epitome of luxury and elegance, your dream might just be a reality waiting for you in Bloomfield Hills. Currently on the market, this stunning estate is one of the most expensive homes for sale in Michigan, and it's everything the price tag implies it should be and more.
Teacher who memorialized Escanaba D-Day soldier shares experience in Normandy
ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - A student-teacher duo recently memorialized an Escanaba soldier who fought on D-Day. The Albert H. Normandy Institute Fellowship grantees traveled to France to deliver a eulogy for U.S. Navy seaman Auvergne Breault. Breault was just 20 years old when he died during the allied forces invasion of Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day.
‘Shrek the Musical Jr.’ carries the message of acceptance
Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is gearing up to present “Shrek the Musical Jr.” at the Baldwin Theatre in downtown Royal Oak from July 19-28. “Shrek the Musical Jr.” is based on the DreamWorks Animation film and the book by William Steig. It tells the tale of an unlikely hero, Shrek, an ogre who’s a bit grumpy, but lovable. He finds himself on the unlikely mission of rescuing Princess Fiona, and themes of friendship, bravery and self-acceptance abound.
Trial underway for Auburn Hills hotel homicide case
Trial is underway in Oakland County Circuit Court for a Pontiac man accused of killing a man at an Auburn Hills hotel late last year. The jury was seated and the trial began Monday in the case against Malcolm Otis Draper, 25. Draper is charged with murder and possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony for the fatal shooting of 47-year-old Anthony Russell Holcomb on Dec. 2, 2023 at the Suburban Studios extended stay hotel on Doris Road where Holcomb reportedly had been living.
Teen injured in motorcycle crash in Birmingham parking structure
A man in his late teens remains hospitalized Monday, July 15, after he crashed the motorcycle he was riding into a wall at a Birmingham parking deck, flipped over the edge and fell four stories to the pavement. The crash happened Friday, July 12, on the top level of the...
New charges filed against Clinton Twp. man accused of shooting mother, brother
Additional charges have been leveled against a Clinton Township man accused of fatally shooting his mother and mortally wounding his brother on July 5, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said Monday. Corey Deyshaun Cook, 24, was already facing charges of first-degree murder, two counts of using a firearm during the...
Four Dems look to unseat James in Congress
Four Democrats will be competing for a chance to become the Representative in Congress for Michigan’s 10th District, and the opportunity to challenge incumbent Republican Rep. John James in the General Election on Nov. 5. The 10th Congressional District covers southern Macomb County including the cities of Warren, Mount...
Clinton Twp. says ‘substantial’ problems persist with new trash collection company
Two weeks after having their residential trash service sold, Clinton Township officials say the new company remains behind schedule in picking up refuse but they are hopeful things will soon get back to normal. Clinton Township-based Priority Waste purchased GLF Environmental residential waste collection service that was finalized June 30....
Woman, her son plea to charges in connection with Emilio Valdez murder
A Pontiac woman and one of her sons recently pleaded to charges in connection with the 2018 slaying of Emilio Valdez —- a homicide her other son was recently convicted of in Oakland County Circuit Court. Guadalupe Davila-Rodriguez and Juan Diego Hernandez of Center Line had been scheduled for...
Clinton Twp. to break ground for inclusive playground on Thursday
More than four years of fundraising and planning to build an inclusive playground in Clinton Township will come to fruition when officials gather Thursday morning at the Civic Center for a groundbreaking ceremony. The $1 million specialized play structure will become Macomb County’s third facility using universal design concepts to...
Two Royal Oak Leprechauns Make it to the Majors
(Mark H. Stowers, July 15, 2024) Royal Oak, MI – Two Royal Oak Leprechauns were taken in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft today. Jake Jekielek, a member of this year’s team who was recently selected as a Northwoods League All Star was drafted by the Texas Rangers as the 315 th pick overall in the 10 th round.
Convicted Macomb Twp. fence company operator accused again of bilking customer
The owner of a Macomb Township fence company who was convicted by plea last year of bilking eight customers for uncompleted projects is accused of committing a similar act again. Laura Dietz in early June allegedly secured a $7,500 deposit for a nearly $15,000 job to tear down a wooden...
Orion’s Oakview Cyber Dragons Take Teamwork to New Level
Orion’s Oakview Cyber Dragons Take Teamwork to New Level. (Terry Lakins, July 15, 2024) Lake Orion, MI – The Cyber Dragons, a middle school robotics team, is a popular activity amongst the Lake Orion kids. The robotics team will build robots from scratch and use them to complete tasks against opponents during intense competitions every year. Laura Hasselbach, the head coach of the Cyber Dragons, has guided the team for two years. She was quick to point out that the actual building and competing of the robots is only part of the equation. In fact, when it comes to the community outreach the team does, it is often held in higher regard.
Road Department: Expansion of Garfield Road in Fraser to begin next week
A $7 million plan to reconstruct and expand a one mile stretch of Garfield Road between 14 Mile and 15 Mile roads in Fraser is expected to begin next week and take two years to complete. That was the word in a road closure advisory released Monday by the Macomb...
Twenty-five Oakland County softball players recognized with 2024 all-state honors by the MHSSCA
State finalist Lake Orion was one of several Oakland County schools to have nearly a handful of players earn postseason all-state honors from the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association. It was no surprise that its players would be again well-represented, particularly on the Division 1 team after three Oakland...
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