Good morning, Sterling Heights.

Ford dealerships across metro Detroit are hosting a food drive from Sept.

15 to 25 to collect over 20,000 pounds of food for Forgotten Harvest to help local families facing hunger. Brian Godfrey said donated items will go to community pantries + donors bringing at least 10 items will receive a free Detroit Lions Jared Goff poster.

Gas prices in Michigan fell 13 cents this week to $3.05 per gallon while metro Detroit's price dropped nine cents to $3.17 from last week.

The American Automobile Association said drivers now pay about $45 for a full 15-gallon tank — a $12 decrease from last year's high.

Members of the Warren Consolidated Schools Board began filling a vacancy after Board Treasurer Kyle M.

Johnson resigned on Sept. 2 for a job with Sen. Elissa Slotkin — applications closed on Sept. 9 and the board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Administration Building in Warren with interviews on Oct. 1 before selecting a new board member by Oct. 2. The appointment will expire in 2026.

Macomb County’s top criminal lawyer Peter Lucido has dismissed the remaining counts of his lawsuit against chief civil lawyer John Schapka+ the court ruled the dismissal is with prejudice, preventing any chance to refile after Lucido sought relief from the Michigan Attorney Grievance Commission.

Sterling Heights is partnering with the Suburban Mobility Authority and Creative Outdoor Advertising to launch a pilot program that will improve 35 to 40 bus stops along SMART’s fixed routes in the city.

The new upgrades will have ADA-compliant features and public service ads and are planned for installation by spring 2026—providing a safer start for transit users.

During Sunday's victory over the Bears, Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown scored his third touchdown before jumping into the stands with quarterback Jared Goff in the Raznick family's Lions Leap Zone—delighting young fans including nine-year-old Aria Raznick and her brother. This playful moment, part of a longstanding family tradition, quickly became a viral highlight of the game.

Family Movie Night

5:30-7 p.m. — Campbell | Detroit Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening watching a family-friendly movie together.

Renee Rapp: Bite Me Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets start at $59 — Experience the emotional roller coaster of Renee Rapp's new music alongside special guest SYD.

Michigan Founders Fund: Founders First Fridays

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Velocity Innovation Center — Free entry — Network with fellow entrepreneurs in a casual setting to share insights and challenges.

Kevin Gates: The Amilio Tour

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Kevin Gates performing his chart-topping hits live in concert.

Seether and Daughtry Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets vary — Experience the rock anthems of Seether and Daughtry during their thrilling co-headlining tour.