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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Sterling Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, July 31, a 41-year-old driver from Houston lost control on wet roads at 11 Mile and jackknifed his semi-truck into a median wall on I-696, causing a fuel spill while crews worked to clear the scene—no injuries were reported. FOX 2 Detroit
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sterling Heights man, Michael Dedaj (28), was charged with ramming his Dodge Charger into another vehicle during a road-rage dispute at Puff Cannabis in Utica and was arraigned Wednesday in Shelby Township with a $30,000 cash bond while his next court dates are set for Aug. 11 and Aug. 18. The Detroit News
- ➤ Thieves broke into game shops in Sterling Heights and stole high-value Pokémon cards in a smash-and-grab heist caught on camera that caused thousands of dollars in lost merchandise. FOX 2 Detroit
- ➤ A masked thief broke into First Edition Finds—a family-owned card shop in Sterling Heights—early Wednesday and stole about $50,000 worth of high-value Pokémon cards, with owner Jonathan Gappy offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest. WXYZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sterling Heights revamped its old Adopt-A-Road program into Inspiring Green in January 2024 to drive tree planting and native landscaping along roads. Local groups and businesses have joined the effort and a Barbadian sorority regularly helps with cleanups (three to four sessions yearly) to support reforestation and beautification. Metromode
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today marks one year since Michigan native Paul Whelan was freed after spending more than five years in Russia on espionage charges. He said his return has been bittersweet as he works to rebuild his life with help from family (including support from federal leaders) while facing ongoing challenges. WXYZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bassmaster Magazine ranked Lake St. Clair as one of America’s top 10 bass lakes after months of research that included surveys from state officials and local anglers—showing the lake’s mix of largemouth and smallmouth bass. Local expert comments—such as those from champion Jay Przekurat—affirm that the lake has long drawn regional fishing fans. Sterling Heights Sentry
TRAVEL NEWS
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Slightly Stoopid - Step Into The Sun Tour 2025
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Cost info not specified — Catch Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger on their summer tour.
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CAKE Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets from $75 — Experience a unique blend of genres with the iconic band Cake live in concert.
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Goo Goo Dolls & Dashboard Confessional Concert
7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate summer throwback with rock legends performing classics and new hits.
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Taking Back Sunday with Coheed and Cambria
3:00 – 8:30 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets on sale — Experience the dynamic emo sounds of Taking Back Sunday alongside the unique stylings of Coheed and Cambria.
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Rob Thomas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket info available — Experience multi-platinum singer-songwriter Rob Thomas on his highly anticipated solo tour.
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Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls Concert
7-9 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to iconic hits from these legendary female artists during an unforgettable night.
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Daytime Concert Series Featuring Elvis by Ron Short
2-3 p.m. — Dodge Park — Free entry — Enjoy an hour of great entertainment with classic Elvis tunes at the Daytime Concert Series.
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The White Concert: A Tribute to Frankie Beverly
7-8:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience performances by Dru Hill, Ginuwine, Stokley, and TMF in a night of tribute and celebration.
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