Good morning, Sterling Heights.

Volunteers from Friends on a Mission became the Greater Southeast Chapter of The Links, Incorporated on March 7 at the Royal Park Hotel in Rochester—bringing 39 members together to continue community service projects in local schools and other areas of Macomb County.

Gigi’s Playhouse in Southfield offers free programs for individuals with Down syndrome to connect and celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.

The center shows how youth like 15-year-old Trevor Dunn, who co-leads the LMNOP Program with help from his aunt, overcome loneliness & join community life.

Local landscapers in Canton are adjusting plans as high gas prices push costs higher this spring cleanup.

Owner Arturo Guzman, who holds contracts with Plymouth & Livonia schools, hopes a good season will offset rising fuel expenses amid continuing global oil market pressures.

Ford Motor Co.'s Van Dyke Plant, built at the northwest corner of Van Dyke Avenue and 18 Mile Road, was completed in 1968 (designed by Albert Kahn Associated Architects and Engineers, Inc.) and featured two wings, storage tanks and parked vehicles.

Two Macomb County school employees are under investigation after video captured them engaging in explicit activity on a school bus, with no children present + officials report they are taking swift action to ensure safety.

Macomb Community College Board of Trustees chose Lori M.

Gonko, Ed.D., as its first female president-designate during its meeting on March 18. Dr. Gonko will assume office on July 1, drawing on 25 years of community college experience to lead local education.

Sterling Heights and Warren are partnering to boost the local defense industry.

On March 17, Sterling Heights approved a three-year, $1,328,644 consulting contract with AECOM Great Lakes to shape a unified strategy — with Warren set to review the deal on March 24.

Daddy Daughter Dance at BIG Sterling Heights

6-9 p.m. — BIG | Best In Games — Cost varies — Enjoy a magical evening of dancing, treats, and arcade fun for dads and daughters.

Sterling Heights Senior Health and Wellness Expo

— Time Range — Century Banquet Center — Free entry — Explore valuable resources for healthy and independent living for seniors and their families.