MOUNT CLEMENS — When Macomb County voters go to the polls in November, they will decide on more than just who holds various seats in the government. Two proposals will give voters the option to potentially reshape the very foundations of county government.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — In 2022, domestic violence took the lives of more than 100 Michigan residents. Domestic violence crimes account for almost 40 percent of police calls, and 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A Utica Community Schools teacher has been recognized for her extensive efforts in inspiring her students and fostering enthusiasm for the future that lies ahead following their graduation.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Utica High School Band Boosters is readying for its 39th annual used instrument sale Nov. 9 and welcomes all who may be in need of an instrument or would like to sell one.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — The Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township is starting off the spooky month with a pumpkin painting party from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 13. This free event is open to the community and will include yummy treats, mini pumpkins and painting supplies.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Fire Department will be holding an open house on Saturday for the public to come visit and see what firefighters’ jobs are all about day to day.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The office of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has authorized felony charges against seven people after an investigation into alleged acts of double voting during the August 2024 primary election.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Oct. 4-6

METRO DETROIT — “Forming Function” is “a design podcast for everyone.”

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Sept. 27-29

ROCHESTER/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Reflection Trail and Nature Center at Stony Creek Metropark will soon see some upgrades.

UTICA — Nightmare on Auburn will return for a second year from noon to 8 p.m. Oct. 5 in downtown Utica.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Senior Center’s featured artist for the months of September and October is Ross Blake. 

METRO DETROIT — Multigenerational housing is making a comeback. Studies by the Pew Research Center indicate that the concept has grown for the past five decades, and there is no sign of peaking.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The United Shore Professional Baseball League and InTouch Credit Union held a special food drive night at Jimmy John’s Field in downtown Utica Sept. 6 benefiting Gleaners Food Bank.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Macomb County prosecutor has been holding special events and providing booklets for seniors to learn about scams.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Gardeners Club is inviting helpful insects to its gardens this year.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — With one quick glance at their shoes, Utica Eisenhower volleyball players are able to clear their minds.

UTICA — If Utica girls golf was going to make a name for itself this season, it was going to have to tighten up one particular area of its game.

METRO DETROIT — As the days get shorter and the air cooler, the telltale signs of fall emerge: cider and donuts, gourds, pumpkin spiced lattes and, of course, the great stink bug hibernation.