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Authorities believe skeletal remains found in Hartland Twp. are of missing Oakland County man
Skeletal remains found Friday in a swampy area near Fenton and Hibner roads in Hartland Township are believed to be that of an Oakland County man who went missing in July. A gun was found with the body, and while the autopsy has not yet been completed, authorities suspect the man…
Ford House Harvest Day returns Sept. 26
Ford House will host its annual Harvest Day from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, featuring 80 local makers, artisans and craftspeople — the event’s largest vendor lineup yet after growing from 30 vendors two years ago to 60 last year. Guests can stroll the property’s fall…
100 Women GP completes first year
THE GROSSE POINTES — 100 Women Grosse Pointe recently completed its first year with a fourth round of giving and a $12,000 donation to the Rory Belle Foundation. The foundation assists people who have been diagnosed with NARS1, a recently identified and rare genetic disorder that…
Roasted tomato pasta with a kick, courtesy of Mombeau’s Table
In all honesty, the quart of jalapeños that I decided to buy at the Eastern Market last week has been a challenge to get through. There were about 20. I’ve tossed them in salsa, cucumber and corn salad with the bulk being used for bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers. I do have a few…
Chamber presents first Retail Week
The Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce is trying something new with the introduction of its first Retail Week, planned Sept. 20 to 26. The brainchild of chamber board member and business owner Jenny Buda, Retail Week aims to connect shoppers with businesses throughout the Pointes.…
South football routs Roseville 40-0
Grosse Pointe South varsity football and the Roseville Panthers have formed an entertaining rivalry over the past few seasons as two of the top teams in the MAC White Division, often meeting in the playoffs as well. Despite South’s move to the MAC Red Division this season, the…
Movie Junkie Mark: ‘That’s What I Am’
By Mark Domin MOVIE REVIEW “That’s What I Am” 2011 – Rated PG 1 hr 41 min 4/5 Stars I’ve found you can usually determine just how good a film is going to be in the first 10 minutes or so. This one was no exception. It opens with a series of newsreel footage of events that took…
After F2 tornado, Detroit council wants to know about DTE Energy alternatives
Following tornado damage that left thousands without power, Detroit City Council members are calling for the city to explore alternatives to DTE Energy, citing persistent outages, rising costs, and aging infrastructure that struggles with severe weather.
Expert on digital risks facing kids set for Sept. 30 training
Children and teens are navigating an increasingly complex digital world where social connection, entertainment and emerging technologies can also create opportunities for grooming, exploitation and exposure to harmful content. To help adults better understand these risks and how…
Cleary Athletics recognized as Five-Star Gold Institution for second straight year
Cleary University is one of only five colleges in Michigan to earn a national Champion of Character Five-Star Gold Award from the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) for the 2025/2026 academic year, the highest recognition a school can receive. Cleary earned…
Cultura — a free celebration of music, art and food — set to return to Howell
Downtown Howell will celebrate a cultural experience of music, art and food from around the world from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the historic Howell Opera House. The Livingston Diversity Council, along with the Livingston Arts Council, will host the fourth annual…
Abilities Alliance Workgroup looking for input on community needs survey
The Livingston County Abilities Alliance Workgroup of the Human Services Collaborative Body is asking Livingston County residents with disabilities to complete a short needs survey to help identify gaps and better understand the needs of community members. The Abilities Alliance…