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Sterling Heights
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Sterling Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Last week the Macomb County Sheriff's Office executed search warrants at five locations including Sterling Heights and arrested four residents for allegedly operating an illegal gambling ring—seizing ten gambling machines, several vehicles, and over $17,000 in cash. FOX 2 Detroit
- ➤ Sheriff's deputies arrested four residents during raids at several sites in Macomb County last week for suspected illegal gambling operations, seizing machines, cash, and vehicles (with some held on a $10,000 bond and pending court dates). The Detroit News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Ron Robinson spoke before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and Economic Opportunity in late July to support two grant proposals in Macomb County—one for a $250,000 grant to update Utica Police equipment and one for a $2.5 million grant to build a new odor-control facility that will help nearly 50,000 citizens and improve local safety. Sterling Heights Sentry
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 6, Sterling Heights City Council approved a plan to create a full-color magazine called Sterling Heights Lifestyle. The magazine will be mailed four times a year to share local stories and news while costs increase from $78,000 to $86,500 — extra ad revenue is expected to offset the rise. Sterling Heights Sentry
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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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Founders First Fridays Networking Event
10 AM - 12 PM — Velocity Innovation Center — Free entry — Network with local founders and entrepreneurs in a casual setting.
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Alison Krauss & Union Station Live
7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Grammy-winning bluegrass with Alison Krauss & Union Station on their long-awaited tour.
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