ROSEVILLE — John Saylor was a junior high school student living in Roseville when Macomb Mall first opened in 1964 at Gratiot Avenue and Masonic Boulevard.

ROYAL OAK — Two muralists have been approved to start painting in the downtown area after the unanimous decision of the City Commission at its Sept. 23 meeting.

BERKLEY — Plans to open a gun shop in downtown Berkley have been abandoned after outcry from residents.

ROSEVILLE — Roseville is the latest Michigan city to get a Chick-fil-A location. The new popular poultry location, which had its grand opening Oct. 3, is at the intersection of Masonic Boulevard and Gratiot Avenue.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The city of Sterling Heights recently put together a tribute for one of its premier industrial factories that is celebrating its big four-oh. 

FARMINGTON HILLS — At a Farmington Hills Planning Commission meeting Sept. 19, residents had the opportunity to share their thoughts about a proposal that has stirred up controversy in the city.

FARMINGTON HILLS — A development proposal that caused a stir among some residents last year has yet to be resolved.

FRASER — The public will once again be able to voice their opinion before the City Council about the fate of the former State Bank of Fraser building A hearing about Sheetz’s conditional rezoning request for the property will take place Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.

BIRMINGHAM — As new businesses open in downtown Birmingham, they now have a guide to help answer questions about operating in the city.

TROY — The site that previously housed the international headquarters of Kmart Corp. could see multiple land uses in addition to the initial plans for University of Michigan Health’s potential medical facility.

GROSSE POINTES/HARPER WOODS — Adults with diverse learning needs will have more opportunities to further their educations and develop new skills, thanks to a new initiative.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Cranberry Estates’ chances of bearing fruit in Sterling Heights recently grew riper.

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Supreme Court, following a request for clarification by the state of Michigan, provided a more definitive ruling Sept. 18 on the changing minimum wage and earned sick time in Michigan.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Andiamo Pasta & Chops held its grand opening on Sept. 12 at The Mall at Partridge Creek.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Approximately five years ago, the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees commissioned a real estate study to ascertain what kind of developments would be best suited for West Bloomfield, and according to Steven Kaplan, who is the township’s supervisor, the answer was surprising.

ROYAL OAK — Parking in Royal Oak has been a topic of great discussion and sometimes frustration over the past few years among residents and business owners in the downtown area.

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield City Council voted 4-3 Aug. 26 to amend its zoning laws to change the permitted hours of operation of marijuana businesses in the city.

SOUTHFIELD — A grocery store gas station could be the newest feature of 12 Mile and Evergreen.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Bobcat Bonnie’s shut the doors at its Partridge Creek location for the last time on Aug. 25.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Starbucks might be moving to a new home in The Village, but coffee lovers will still be able to head to their old haunt for a cup of Joe.