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NASCAR race today? Cup, Truck Series on deck at Richmond after NBC Olympics break. Also, odds
Drivers, restart your engines. NASCAR's two-week summer break is over and it's time to resume motoring toward the playoffs. After two weeks off to let NBC focus heavily on the Olympics, the Cup Series is back and looking at a month of Sundays (well, with one Saturday) before the regular season ends.
‘Alyce, a Musical Fairy Tale’ premiers at Meadow Brook Theatre
Cap off your summer with a bewitching experience: “Alyce, a Musical Fairy Tale,” premiering this month at Meadow Brook Theatre on the campus of Oakland University. A collaborative effort between two longtime metro-Detroit friends, David Fazzini — Oxford resident and director of choirs for Notre Dame Prep high school in Pontiac — and Mitch Carter — Grosse Pointe Park editor and prolific performance photographer — “Alyce” is billed as a story of love, courage and magic with adult and children’s choruses, costumed dancers and a 15-piece orchestra comprised of professional musicians. Inspired by Nathanel Hawthorne’s 1852 fable, “Feathertop,” the new musical features Fazzini’s original scores, and Carter’s story and lyrics.
Clinton Twp. man accused of holding woman in closet for months over drug debt
A 34-year-old Clinton Township man was charged Thursday with the torture and imprisonment of a woman over a drug debt for several months, prosecutors said. Darren John Dawson was arraigned in 41B District Court on charges of torture, which carries a maximum penalty of up to life in prison. He was also charged with unlawful imprisonment, a 15-year felony, and larceny by conversion, a five-year felony.
Man tortured, imprisoned woman in closet for months, officials say. ‘Living nightmare’
A Michigan man is accused of torturing and imprisoning a 58-year-old woman over a drug debt, officials said. Darren John Dawson, 34, of Clinton Township, is charged with torture, unlawful imprisonment and larceny, according to an Aug. 8 news release from the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office. McClatchy News reached...
Trash or Treasure: Clipper ship held record for 135 years
“Just wondering if my grandfather’s treasured boat in a frame has any value?” Patricia Thornton wrote in an email to the column, sending along of photo of a large white ship in a wooden frame. Expert Brian Thomczek took a closer look at an appraisal event held at the Michigan Design Center in Troy.
Armada Fair returns starting Monday
Music, rides, food and entertainment will all be part of the Armada Fair, which opens in the village’s downtown Monday. That same day, the main music attraction, North Carolina native Cooper Alan will take the main stage at 8:30 p.m. Alan, 23, is an up-and-coming country artist whose hits include “New Normal”, “Tough Ones”, “Colt 45” and “Can’t Dance.” Cost to get into the show is $15 for an infield armband, standing room only, sold until 9 p.m.
Family Fun in the Sun this Week at the Village of Rochester Hills
Guests enjoy music and yard games in Festival Park at The Village of Rochester Hills on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. The Village of Rochester Hills, metropolitan Detroit’s premier outdoor lifestyle shopping and dining destination, is celebrating Summer with a variety of events and musical performances all summer long. Enjoy yourself and join in on the fun as you stroll around the beautiful landscaped outdoor shopping center with over 50 unique and sought-after retailers and a wide collection of restaurants. Make The Village of Rochester Hills your go-to shopping and outdoor spot this summer!
Prep Notebook: Fleetfooted Kam Flowers of West Bloomfield to Toledo; GLIAC snares Troy offensive trifecta
West Bloomfield senior speedster wide receiver Kam Flowers is ready to zoom across the state line to play his college football at the University of Toledo. The 6-foot slick-footed pass catcher nicknamed “Ferrari” committed to MAC power Toledo last week in anticipation of the upcoming 2024 campaign. Considered...
Community Shred Day
The City of Richmond, in conjunction with the Richmond Police Department, will be hosting a Free Community Shred Day on Saturday, August 24, 2024, 12pm – 3pm. Bring items to be shredded to City Hall/Police Department, 36725 Division Road. This is a great way to safely dispose of any...
Clinton Twp. man accused in woman's torture, imprisonment charged
A Clinton Township man accused of imprisoning a woman in his closet for six months over an alleged drug debt has been charged, officials said. Darren John Dawson also allegedly stole the 58-year-old woman's Social Security checks and food stamps, the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office reported. Dawson, 34, was arraigned...
Michigan man who drowned while saving life of coworker honored for his courage
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. - A man who lost his life after diving into a lake to save a coworker from drowning was posthumously honored for his courageous actions by Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. The sheriff presented a citizen citation to Daileen Carter of Clinton Township, the mother of Marsalis...
81-year-old woman tap dances her way to Ms. Senior Michigan crown
The winner of the 37th annual Ms. Senior Michigan Pageant tap danced her way into the hearts and minds of the audience and pageant judges. Sharon Kay Burdt wowed the audience with her dancing prowess. The 81-year-old from Swartz Creek was shocked when her name was announced as the winner.
Marine City Commission approves placing charter amendments on ballot
Marine City commissioners on Aug. 1 approved ballot language for five proposed amendments to the city charter. The five sections that commissioners are looking to amend include Section 3.3, Compensation of Commissioners; Section 3.11, Relationship of Commission to Administrative Service; adding the new Section 3.20, which would be a requirement to set by resolution a list of policies and procedures; Section 5.4, Removal From Office, and Section 13, Contracts and the Purchase and Sale of Property.
Richmond, St. Clair collect school supplies for kids in need
Ensuring that students have the right gear to gear up for the new school year is a community effort in St. Clair and Richmond, as a local Lions Club and a business are seeking donations. Members of the St. Clair Lions Club are now collecting money for a Backpacks for...
Political battle heats up in presidential race as candidates make stops in Michigan
The political battle heated up in the presidential race as candidates made stops in the Rust Belt, including in Michigan. Outside the Shelby Township Police Department, Republican vice-presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance focused on Vice President Kamala Harris’s handling of the U.S. southern border while law enforcement and supporters rallied around him.
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