News across Greater Detroit
Two Howell students rank among top 3% in nation on SAT/National Merit test
Two Howell High School seniors, Lyla Stawick and Penelope Taylor, have been named Commended Students in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. In recognition of this achievement, Stawick and Taylor were presented with certificates from Howell High School and the National…
Almont Schools places sinking fund proposal on ballot
ALMONT — Following successful passage of a non-homestead millage renewal in August, Almont Community Schools is now approaching voters this November with a sinking fund proposal to support school improvement projects. If approved by voters during the Nov. 3 general election, the…
Dearborn Public Schools receives $460,565 grant to serve more Michigan-grown food
DEARBORN — Dearborn Public Schools has received a $460,565 grant and support services to serve more Michigan-grown and produced food in the more than 3 million meals it provides students each year. Officials from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development…
School Board Candidate-Ginny Jeup
Virginia “Ginny” Jeup Campaign website: jeupforschoolboard.org Campaign email: ginnyjeup4schools@gmail.com Years in Grosse Pointe: 26 Profession: Business owner Endorsements: Former GPPSS Superintendent Andrea Tuttle, Pointers for Academic Excellence, former Grosse Pointe Park…
School Board Candidate-Michelle White
Michelle White Campaign website: michellewhite4gpschools.com Campaign email: info@michellewhiteforgpschools.com Years in Grosse Pointe: 18 Occupation: Community volunteer Endorsements: State Rep. Veronica Paiz, Gun Sense Candidate designation by Moms Demand Action What three…
Fenton High School tops area schools in U.S. News rankings
By Harold C. Ford Fenton Senior High School topped the list of high school rankings in Genesee County, according to a study published in August 2026 by U.S. News and World Report. The U.S. News rankings include data on more than 27,000 public high schools in 50 states and the…
Brighton Area Schools hosting bond issue Q&A on Sept. 23
A community question-and-answer meeting on the Brighton Area Schools’ Nov. 3 bond proposal is set to begin at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, in the Board of Education Room at the Brighton Educational Community Center, 125 S. Church St. Superintendent Matt Outlaw will give an…
As Michigan bans phones in classrooms, educator argues for teaching digital literacy instead
While Michigan joins many other states in banning phones during school, one educator says schools should teach students responsible phone use instead of restricting access to technology they'll use for life.
Gillian Moss named winner of fall Teacher Appreciation Contest
For Gillian Moss, some of the most important lessons she learned in school had little to do with textbooks or tests. They came from teachers who took the time to truly know her. Moss, recently selected as the winner of the Grosse Pointe News’ fall Teacher Appreciation Contest, is…
South alumna named Goldwater Scholar for Parkinson’s research
When Zosia Greer moved to Grosse Pointe during second grade, she had no idea she would end up spending her college years trying to understand the ins and outs of how the human brain functions. Greer, now 21, a Grosse Pointe South High School alum and Oberlin College student, has…
Sheriff office’s Explorer program introduces young adults to law enforcement careers
LAPEER — Deciding what to choose as a career path can be difficult, especially when you don’t really know what to expect from a certain field. For local high school and college students who think they might be interested in law enforcement or another public safety career, The…
Three Livingston County students among five receiving Lake Trust Foundation scholarships
The Lake Trust Foundation, an independent charitable organization of Lake Trust Credit Union, has awarded five scholarships to Michigan residents — including three from Livingston County — who are furthering their education. The New Beginnings and Michigan Impact scholarships…