News across Greater Detroit
How data centers factor into DTE’s 20-year power plan
DTE Energy's long-range power plan would more than double the utility's electric capacity over 20 years, including two natural gas plants that environmental groups say are needed primarily to serve major data centers in Southeast Michigan.
Suspect in Sunday morning arson fires in Lapeer arrested; to be arraigned Thursday
LAPEER — The Lapeer Police Dept., in coordination with Lapeer Fire & Rescue, has arrested and formally charged a 49-year-old Lapeer man in connection with two structure fires set in the city during the early morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 27. The suspect is expected to be…
Got questions about the HPS non-homestead renewal requests? Public meeting set
Residents in the Howell Public Schools district who are interested in learning more about the two non-homestead operating millage proposals on the Nov. 3 ballot are invited to an informational meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, in the Edinburgh Room of the…
Join us for the 2026 State of the Township Address on Oct. 22, 2026
Supervisor Paul Gieleghem will address an important question, "How can we build a better community?" at this year's State of the Township Address at Clintondale High School on Oct. 22 at 6 pm.
Can green infrastructure fortify flood-prone Southeast Michigan? ‘We’re opening the door for projects’
As intense rainstorms overwhelm Metro Detroit's century-old combined sewer system, residents, nonprofits, and government turn to rain gardens and large-scale green infrastructure to reduce flooding and protect water quality.
Parks Construction Projects Ongoing
Curious about what's going on with park upgrades lately? Check out our parks construction project page to find the latest on upgrades and get a glimpse of other projects we've recently completed, or even a few we have on the horizon!
Dueling pianos concert changes tune
After 10 years of entertaining often standing-room-only crowds, Anne Roberts is adding some spice to the lineup of her annual dueling pianos concert, scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church, 17150 Maumee, City of Grosse Pointe. “From Mozart to…
War Memorial breaks ground on theater
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Following years of community interest in reopening the Patriot Theater after its destruction in the flood of 2021, The War Memorial held a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony to kick off its reconstruction Tuesday, Sept. 22. “This groundbreaking is five years…
Haunted Garage brings big thrills weekends in October
Weekends in Grosse Pointe Farms are about to get a little spookier as Haunted Garage Productions opens for its 19th season. The haunted attraction offers family-friendly frights spanning Glen Williams’ yard and his parents’ property next door. “Every year we attempt to change the…
Crispy and fresh fall meal, courtesy of Mombeau’s Table
When I have a few extra minutes in the kitchen to make dinner, I absolutely love making this meal. Crispy fried pork cutlets are everybody’s favorite. In fact, the minute I respond to the inevitable question, “What’s for dinner?” with pork cutlets, the young ones go wild. There…
Walk Your Wheels kicks off with giveaway
CITY OF GROSSE POINTE — In exchange for signing a pledge to walk their wheels in The Village, local kids had the chance to enter a raffle to win bikes, helmets and locks during the Walk Your Wheels kick-off event Thursday afternoon, Sept. 24. The fun, accompanied by a bounce…
Helping students find their confidence for more than 25 years
As fall settles in and students return to classrooms, another familiar season is underway: testing season. For many high school students, preparing for the ACT or SAT can bring a mixture of anticipation, pressure and uncertainty. But for Grosse Pointe resident and longtime…