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Southfield Christian basketball player in running for Youth Athlete of the Year — 3A

Southfield, Lawrence Tech ready for groundbreaking of new softball field

BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — The groundbreaking on a brand-new softball field created from a partnership between the city and Lawrence Technological University will commence this week.

Southfield and Lawrence Technological University will break ground on a softball field to be used by the Blue Devils from 11 a.m. to noon Friday, Sept. 19, at the site of the new field on the Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road.

“Southfield is proud to continue our long-standing partnership with Lawrence Tech,” Southfield Mayor Kenson Siver said in a pre-

pared statement. “This new field will not only elevate women’s athletics at LTU, but it will also serve as a tremendous asset for our residents — opening the door to a wide range of sports programming, community activities, and recreational opportunities that strengthen pride and engagement across our city.”

The new field dates back five years when the university received word that MST Steel Corp.n President Richard Thompson wanted to make a $500,000 donation for a new softball field.

The school began work on the project when it ran into a bit of trouble; namely, that it didn’t have a location where the field could be built.

See SOFTBALL on page 11A

panel to discuss design of the times

BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD/DETROIT — For some, AI, or artificial intelligence, might call to mind the technology students use to write their term papers for them. For others, it might be the robots in scary scifi movies that take over the world. But that’s not the whole picture — not even close. Artists and designers, for

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GABI GROSSBARD

Photo provided by Lawrence Technological University

This digital artwork — created using artificial intelligence — was made by blending an artifact

the Detroit Institute of Arts’ collection with other images to produce a hybrid composition.

Rendering provided by Lawrence Technological University

The city of Southfield and Lawrence Technological University will break ground on a new softball field Sept. 19. It will be located on the Southfield Municipal Campus at 26000 Evergreen Road.

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FIRST YEAR OF MHSAA-SPONSORED FIELD HOCKEY BEGINS

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — The six high school girls field hockey matches Aug. 19 were the first field hockey games in Michigan played as a Michigan High School Athletic Association-sponsored sport.

The 2025 school year is the inaugural season for girls field hockey in the MHSAA after a vote in May of 2024 approved the addition. The committee also voted to add boys volleyball, which will play its first season as an MHSAA sport in the spring of 2026.

“Field hockey has been among the sports that have shown interest in receiving sponsorship … for a little while,” MHSAA Director of Communications Geoff Kimmerly said. “And we found ourselves in a position over the last couple of years to add a sport or two.”

Field hockey is growing across the nation and the MHSAA sponsorship will provide more of an opportunity for girls to participate in the sport.

“Having that MHSAA attached to it potentially brings more attention, obviously,” Kimmerly said. “I’m hoping that charges

things up in that community. I think we’re excited because we’re always looking to add activities that our students are most excited about.”

Another factor in the addition to the MHSAA lineup is when the season falls in the school calendar. In terms of multisport athletes, soccer and lacrosse is where there is expected to be the most overlap. Girls field hockey will be a fall sport, while girls lacrosse and soccer will stay in the spring.

“We think that there’s enough of a connection between lacrosse and soccer that we won’t necessarily be taking athletes away from other fall sports,” Kimmerly said.

Girls field hockey has been an established sport in the area for a while now, even if it wasn’t a sponsored activity. The MHSAA will help promote and guide the sport from the foundation that’s been in place for a while.

“It’s been really exciting. It’s something we’ve been working for and wanting for a long time,” Novi coach and MHSAA Field Hockey Committee member Amy Kilgore said. “We had a great representative body that organized our tournament, and we’ve had a state title since the ’80s … but the perception will change dramatically.”

Novi’s girls field hockey team squares off against Saline at Novi

This sponsorship will add to a sport that also already has an established network of club teams around the state. The club field hockey scene is vital for recruiting and playing at the next level, and this move can help grow the club scene significantly.

“There’s a really robust club system in

the US,” Kilgore said. “But not in Michigan, Michigan just has three clubs. … It’s exciting to see those changes and opportunities for girls to get recognized.”

Kilgore herself runs the Live Oak Field Hockey Club, which aims to grow the sport

See FIELD HOCKEY on page 9A

Photo provided by Steven Angus

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Southfield Christian basketball player in running for Youth Athlete of the Year

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

Delsea Hall is a 10-year-old student-athlete at Southfield Christian School and is in the running for Colossal’s Youth Athlete of the Year. Colossal is an organization that creates competitions with the goal of taking money donated through the campaigns and giving it to a cause.

Hall is currently in the quarterfinals in the national competition that will give a winner $25,000 and a 3Brand ad in Sports Illustrated later this year. 3Brand is New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson’s clothing brand and is partnering with Colossal for the tournament.

Hall led the Southfield Christian basketball team in points last season with 15 a game. The fourth and fifth grade combined team also recorded a perfect 9-0 record on the season.

This campaign means a lot more to Hall, and her family, than receiving a prize. In 2017, Hall lost her cousin to brain cancer at just 6 years old. Every vote and donation will help fund cancer research and youth empowerment through the Why Not You Foundation and the V Foundation.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and the Hall

WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S TO BRING COMMUNITY TOGETHER

BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com

ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, will once again host the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 21.

Each year the walk brings together thousands of people that all pitch in to raise money for Alzheimer’s and dementia care, research, and spreading the word about this disease.

Registration for the walk will begin at 7:30 a.m. and the opening ceremony will take place at 9 a.m., which is followed by the walk.

“This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s. There are now treatments that change the course of the disease,” Jennifer Lepard, president and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter, said in a prepared statement. “We hope that everyone in our community can join us by starting a team to help the Alzheimer’s Association raise awareness and funds for families facing the disease today, take more steps toward treatments and finally end this disease.”

Last year, the walk raised more than $789,500, and the hope this year is to raise around $875,000, according to Stephanie Sawicki, the Detroit walk director.

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Delsea Hall Photo provided by Kiana Hall

Photo provided by Kathryn Ribant Payne

Walkers pose with Paws, the Detroit Tigers mascot, at the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at the Detroit Zoo.

NEWS & NOTES

Senator responds to bomb threat

SOUTHFIELD — State Sen. Jeremy Moss, D-Southfield, said in a press release that he had received a bomb threat at his home on Sept. 11. Local and Michigan State Police responded and made sure that Moss was not in immediate danger.

“This current political environment is untenable. In the past few days, I’ve experienced a noticeable influx of bigoted, aggressive messages directed at my office and social media inboxes. We must reject this as the norm in our politics, especially after recent acts of political violence have claimed lives in Minnesota and Utah.

“Democracy relies on the freedom to speak, debate, and disagree without fear of violent retribution. I won’t be intimidated from standing up and speaking out on behalf of Michiganders. Our voice and our vote are the most effective tools to end this toxicity in our politics,” Moss stated in the release.

Moss is the president pro tempore of the Michigan Senate.

Southfield Goodfellows looking for donations

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Goodfellows are accepting monetary donations to buy food, clothing and gifts for low-income families and senior citizens who live in Southfield and Lathrup Village. The Goodfellows also are looking for participants in their giftgiving tree who can make a commitment by Oct. 15.

For monetary contributions, make a check or money order payable to Southfield Goodfellows and mail it to P.O. Box 2336, Southfield, MI 48037-2336. To participate in the gift-giving tree program, call the Goodfellows’ voicemail at (248) 788-5899 and leave a message with callback information.

For more information, contact Rhonda Terry, of Southfield Human Services, at (248) 796-4540.

FREE BIKES 4 KIDZ KICKS OFF EIGHTH SEASON

DETROIT — Free Bikes 4 Kidz Detroit is once again calling on the public to donate used bicycles at multiple locations across Southeast Michigan on Sept. 27.

FB4K Detroit is one of 20 FB4K affiliates across the U.S. that has been helping the community since 2018. So far, FB4K Detroit has given away 14,614 bikes to kids in need.

“Bike Collection Day inspires our entire FB4K family every year,” said Bob Barnes, the group’s executive director, in a statement. “People in our community really show their true colors when they donate their time and their kid’s beloved but outgrown wheels. Last year, we collected over 2,500 bikes, and we’re confident we can beat that this year with the incredible support of the public, our team and our volunteers.”

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 27, one can donate used bikes at the following locations:

• Michigan Institute for Human Performance, 2265 Livernois Road in Troy.

• Niles Industrial Coatings, 201 S Alloy Dr. in Fenton.

• TruGreen Ypsilanti, 4875 Carpenter Road, Suite A, in Ypsilanti.

• TruGreen Taylor, 22260 Pennsylvania Road in Taylor.

• FB4K Warehouse, 2990 Hubbard St. in Detroit.

• The War Memorial - Grosse Pointe, 32 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms.

• TruGreen Macomb, 50526 Corporate Drive in Macomb.

• Bordine’s, 1835 S Rochester Road in Rochester Hills.

• Woodward Corners, 3601 13 Mile Road in Royal Oak.

• Brother Rice High School, 7101 Lahser Road in Bloomfield Hills.

• Temple Israel, 5725 Walnut Lake Road in West Bloomfield Township.

• Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Road and Vistatech Drive, in Livonia.

Volunteers will help unload bikes. Volunteers of all skill levels are needed between Sept. 29 and Dec. 4 for cleaning and repair. Those interested can go to the FB4K Detroit website to sign up for a three-hour volunteer shift. Groups can schedule a shift by emailing volunteer@fb4kdetroit.org.

During the event, iHeart radio station 106.7 WLLZ Detroit’s Wheels, will be broadcasting from Woodward Corners and will host a live band, Holeshot. In addition, Brown Iron Brewhouse will have its food truck available, and will be offering coupons to bike donors at this location.

Donated bikes will be delivered to a warehouse provided by the Piston Group at 4015 Michigan Ave. in Detroit, where they will be stored, cleaned and refurbished.

Just before the Christmas holiday, the bikes will be given to under-resourced kids through schools and pre-registered faith-based and community organizations.

For more information, visit fb4kdetroit.org.

Moss

Photo provided by Free Bikes 4 Kidz Detroit

Shop the Bag O’ Books Sale

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, will have its Bag O’ Books Sale Sept. 18-20. People can buy a bag for $3 and fill it with books. For a better deal, people can buy two bags for a total of $5 and fill them up. The sale is cash only and located in the Tower Lobby. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 18 and 20, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 19.

ZOO BOO TO RETURN OCT. 4

ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo is bringing back the annual Zoo Boo fall tradition at the zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road.

Times and dates for Zoo Boo are from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 4-5, 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26.

Presented by Corewell Health Children’s, the Zoo Boo includes trick-or-treating, family-friendly entertainment, character meet and greets, and seasonal fun throughout the park.

As the sun sets, glowing “fun-kins”; elaborate, illuminated decor and displays; and costumed performers will light up the night.

Treat stations will be placed throughout the front half of the zoo. There will also be hands-on learning activities, Halloween-themed face painting, themed photo stops, and a seasonal market experience by Blake’s with fresh cider and doughnuts for purchase.

The Zoo Boo is located in the front half of the zoo. Animal habitats in the back of the zoo will not be open.

Tickets start at $25. Tickets can be purchased at detroitzoo.org/events/zoo-boo.

Seniors with library cards offered free rides to local attractions

METRO DETROIT — Through Sept. 30, library cardholders who are 60 years and up and reside in Macomb, Oakland or Wayne County qualify for free round-trip transportation, with a plus one, to cultural destinations, parks and recreation areas in the tri-county area.

The offer is through a partnership between Michigan Activity Pass, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and The Library Network. Wayne Metro is also offering assistance with securing a Michigan Activity Pass and will also transport seniors who don’t currently have a library card to and from their local library to obtain one.

Since the program’s summer launch, nearly 100 applications have been submitted, and rides have been provided to seniors visiting venues such as the Detroit Public Library and the Turtle Cove Aquatic Center. Other possibilities include The Detroit Institute of Arts, any of the tri-county Metroparks, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Anton Art Center, the Holocaust Memorial Center, Legoland Discovery Center and more.

“This program is such a great way for seniors to get out and about this summer and enjoy the attractions our region has to offer, without worrying about transportation or costs associated with traveling to their desired destination,” Megan Wilk, director of innovative programs for Wayne Metro, said in a prepared statement. “There are so many incredible venues to explore in the tri-county area, and plenty of time left to utilize this special offer to do so.”

Transportation must be booked at least seven days in advance through Wayne Metro by calling (313) 3889799 to schedule a ride. For more information, visit miactivitypass.org/transportation.

File photo by Patricia O’Blenes

Walk

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“Our goal is to raise additional funds, which (the walk) is one of our largest fundraisers to help fund the research that we do at the Alzheimer’s Association,” Sawicki said. “Our goal is to bring awareness to the things that the Alzheimer’s Association does in our community and in the country with research and support services.”

Sawicki said that the walk is a familyfriendly event that is open to anybody willing to learn more about Alzheimer’s and ways to help.

“We encourage everyone to come out. Rain or shine, it is a mile and a half walk in the zoo, but it’s something that people can do at their own pace and at their own leisure. There’s no finish line, per se, they need to be at a certain time,” she said.

Sawicki said that the event will feature community partners sharing information and resources about Alzheimer’s.

There will also be several local researchers who are funded by the association and who are doing research right now at places such as Wayne State University, the University of Michigan and Corewell Health.

“It’s a great opportunity for someone, even if they are not fundraising, to come out and just learn a little bit more about what’s going on in their community and what support services we have with our programs and services,” she said.

people will receive a flower with each different color representing their own personal connection to the disease.

On walk day, participants can honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the Promise Garden ceremony. During the ceremony,

Sawicki said the purple flower represents that the person lost someone to Alzheimer’s, orange represents people who are there and supporting but do not have a di-

BRINGING WOMEN TOGETHER

rect connection, and yellow represents caregivers of someone with Alzheimer’s.

Jen Stark, a Royal Oak resident, has a son at Detroit Country Day School where the varsity soccer team played an Alzheimer’s benefit game on Sept. 13.

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(Thursday 9/18 - Monday 9/21) FOR FAITH, WORSHIP AND CONNECTION

Come gather with women of all ages at Christian Tabernacle Church’s Bloom Conference Sept. 18-21, 2025, and experience four days of powerful worship, inspiring speakers and fellowship.

This faith-filled gathering was born from a desire to give women a space where they feel “heard, seen and valued,” said co-host Pastor Loretta Forbes, who is leading the event alongside her mother, Loretta Morman. “My mom has always made sure women have a place to connect with God and with one another,” Forbes explained. “We want women to know they aren’t alone, that this is a safe space to be their truest selves and leave as better versions of themselves.”

The conference will feature worship led by psalmists Casey J and Naomi Raine, along with messages from global speaker Charlotte Gambill, author and tech innovator Nona Jones, faith leader Dr. Dee Dee Freeman, Pastor Michelle Ferguson and influencer Brelyn Bowman.

Sessions will include topics such as blooming in identity, purpose, wellness, womanhood and motherhood. Workshops and panels will address mental, spiritual, social and physical health.

“The wellness panel will include a medical doctor, nutritionist and marital therapist,” Forbes noted. “We’re targeting the whole woman—not just one part of her life—because we women tend to juggle so many things.”

Sisterhood is at the heart of Bloom. “We’re being intentional about every vendor, speaker and activity,” she added. “We even have sisterhood activation stations so women can come together to connect,

chat over cofee, share a photo and combat the false idea that women can’t get along.”

The event will also feature live Q&A sessions to encourage candid discussions. “Every speaker is going to keep it honest, open and transparent,” Forbes emphasized. “We want that deeper engagement between the women in the audience and the women on stage.”

Attendees can expect special surprises, including giveaways and the Bloom Boutique, a marketplace for self-care items, wellness products and clothing.

Forbes hopes every woman leaves with confidence, freedom and a strengthened sense of community. “I want participants to walk away knowing they have sisters around them—women who understand what they’re going through—and that they can do this journey together.”

Christian Tabernacle Church is located 26555 Franklin Rd. in Southfield. Learn more and register at ctabchurch.org/events.

Identity, purpose, wellness, womanhood and motherhood

Photo provided by Kathryn Ribant Payne

David’s Dream Team poses for a photo at the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Week 4 prep football matchups to watch

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — The high school football season is in full swing and we already enter Week 4 of the 2025 campaign this weekend.

Marquee matchup of the week

Sterling Heights Stevenson at Macomb Dakota

7 p.m. Sept. 19

A highly anticipated MAC-Red showdown is the talk of the town this week. Stevenson and Dakota have both gotten off to great starts in the 2025 season, and the winner of this game may control sole possession of first place in the division.

Matchups to watch

Clarkston at Troy

7 p.m. Sept. 19

This game is an OAA crossover between OAA-Red contender Clarkston and OAA-Blue contender Troy. Troy started its season with a big inter-division 17-13 win over Bloomfield Hills and has looked strong since. Clarkston crushed a big-name Belleville team to kick off its season but dropped a game to Harper Woods in Week 2.

Farmington at Troy Athens

7 p.m. Sept. 19

This is not only an important matchup

between two OAA-Blue teams with playoff aspirations, but it’s also Troy Athens’ 2025 homecoming game.

Oak Park at Birmingham Seaholm

7 p.m. Sept. 19

After longtime Seaholm head coach Jim DeWald became the winningest coach in school history on Sept. 5, the Maples will look to keep rolling against OAA opponent Oak Park.

Bloomfield Hills at North Farmington

7 p.m. Sept. 19

An extremely important OAA-Blue clash between two teams fighting for positioning in the division.

St. Clair Shores Lakeview at Utica

7 p.m. Sept 19

This is a MAC-White clash between two teams that have both been solid to start the year. These are two playoff hopefuls that will need this win to help them at the end of the season.

Week four is one of the more exciting weekends of the high school football season as most teams begin division play for the first time. The road to division and conference titles starts now.

Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.

Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

North Farmington running back Terrance James outruns a defender in the team’s game against Livonia Stevenson Aug 28. North Farmington won the game 20-7 at home.

CALENDAR

SEPT. 18-21

Bloom conference: Worship, speakers, musical performances and fellowship for women, also giveaways and boutique, 7 p.m. Sept. 18, 6 p.m. (luncheon at noon) Sept. 19 and 10 a.m. Sept. 20-21, Christian Tabernacle Church, 26555 Franklin Road in Southfield, bloom-conference.pages.dev

OCT. 3-5

Bazaar: Includes live Armenian music and dancing, food and baked goods, raffles, vendors, fine arts show, blood drive and health fair, kids zone with fall activities, and more, St. John Armenian Church, 22001 Northwestern Highway in Southfield, see schedule in bulletin at stjohnsarmenianchurch.org

OCT. 12

Candidates & Elected Officials Day: Invitees include people running for positions in Southfield, Lathrup Village, Oak Park, Ferndale, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Farmington and Farmington Hills, meet and greet at 12:30 p.m., Empowerment Church, 24350 Southfield Road in Southfield, presented by Black Women Lawyers of Michigan, Empowerment Social Justice and National Congress of Black Women, (248) 763-9114

OCT. 15

Community health fair: Free screenings, resources and information, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., World Medical Relief, 21725 Melrose Ave. in Southfield, (313) 866-5333, info@worldmedicalrelief.org

ONGOING

Art exhibit: “Matter & Metaphor Resonates” on display until Dec. 17, opening reception from 6-8 p.m. Sept. 25, main lobby of Southfield City Hall, 26000 Evergreen Road in Southfield, (248) 796-5100

‘Tracy Jones’: Presented by Rosedale Community Players, show follows one Tracy Jones waiting for others with same name to show for party, 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Oct. 10-25, Peace Lutheran Church, 17029 W. 13 Mile Road in Southfield, rosedalecommunityplayers.com

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“At Detroit County Day School, students are encouraged to actively engage with the community through service and volunteering. In keeping with this tradition, the DCDS men’s soccer designates one game each year as a charity game,” Stark said. “This year, the cause is especially meaningful. All of the varsity team captains have had a loved one affected by dementia or Alzheimer’s. My son, Evan, is one of the captains. His grandfather, my father, passed away in February 2025 due to complications from Alzheimer’s.”

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mother are going to be at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s along with the Detroit Country Day varsity soccer team.

“Educating the players and families about Alzheimer’s disease and how the Alzheimer’s Association provides critical support in the community ensures that if they are ever faced with this disease, they know the resources available,” she said. “Alzheimer’s still has a lot of stigma, and raising awareness will help break through that stigma.”

Stark said that the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a special event where people can go to connect with others who have experienced similar struggles with the disease.

“The walk taking place in the Royal Oak community at the Detroit Zoo serves

as a great reminder that if you or a loved one are faced with a dementia diagnosis, there is support locally and you aren’t alone,” she said. “As a member of the Royal Oak community, I’m proud to support this important work and am so glad my son, his teammates and their families are participating to bring awareness. Over the years, my dad joined us on visits to the Detroit Zoo, so it’s especially meaningful walking at a place where we shared a lot of wonderful family memories.”

Sawicki said that it is preferred for those who wish to attend the walk to register prior to the event at act.alz.org. Registration is open until the day of the walk, Sept. 21. Call Staff Writer Taylor Christensen at (586) 498-1081.

Thousands of people gather each year to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Photo provided by Kathryn Ribant Payne

All I-96 Flex Route ramp meters are now active

BY CHARITY MEIER cmeier@candgnews.com

NOVI — The Michigan Department of Transportation activated all traffic metering lights along the Interstate 96 Flex Route in western Oakland County as of 2 p.m. Sept. 3.

The I-96 Flex Route runs from Kent Lake Road to the Interstate 275/Interstate 696/M-5 interchange. The route utilizes the left shoulder as an extra traffic lane during peak traffic times to help eliminate traffic congestion.

“Drivers need to be aware and alert to the flashing yellow lights, possibly turning red/green,” an MDOT representative said in a press release.

The traffic lights on the ramps are programmed to change from yellow to red/ green when traffic on the freeway is moving slower than 60 mph. This allows MDOT to control the amount of traffic on the highway, enabling it to flow more smoothly.

and then wait for a green light at the ramp meter to proceed onto the freeway. The ramp meter lights will alternate, indicating which lane can enter the freeway and allowing one vehicle to proceed at a time.

Drivers who fail to stop for a red light on a ramp meter are guilty of a traffic violation, which is equivalent to running a red light. In Michigan, drivers who run a red light face fines of $100 to $350, up to 93 days in jail, and two points on their licenses.

If the ramp lights are flashing yellow, traffic can proceed straight onto the freeway without stopping.

“Most of the time, they will just be yellow. But the sensors in the road will determine the speed of traffic on the freeway, and then trigger whether or not the meters go to green or red,” Diane Cross, MDOT communications representative, said in an email.

MDOT has a video posted on its YouTube channel to educate drivers on how the ramp meters work. More information on freeway ramp metering is available on the Federal Highway Administration website. Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.

3, 2025, and will show drivers red and green signals under certain traffic conditions.

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in Livingston and Oakland counties. The club wants to make sure the experience is fun and is open to all skill levels.

Kilgore currently coaches a competitive Novi team and had a successful playing career before making the jump to coaching. She became used to hearing things that try to delegitimize the sport.

“We would get comments growing up, ‘I play a real sport,’ ‘Your sport isn’t even recognized,’ and ‘Oh, you’re just a club,’ Kilgore said.

“Winning a MHSAA state title or regional title … it certainly carries a different weight,” Kilgore said.

This sponsorship will also provide more

Athlete

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family wants to uplift every child and family affected by cancer. Hall’s campaign has become popular in the community, and she was one of the highest vote-getters in the previous round.

When a ramp metering light is active, vehicles will be shifted into two lanes on the ramp. Each lane will follow instructions from a separate ramp meter.

Drivers should stop at the white line

opportunities to recognize players. Now that the sport has the MHSAA structure, there will be the chance for district, regional and conference titles that weren’t available before. Athletes will have a more clear path to playing at the next level.

“To watch it grow both in metro Detroit and on the west side of the state I think would be a huge thing for us,” Kilgore said. “For girls to have a certain sense of pride … that it’s no different than any other sport, that’s the hope.”

The state finals will be played Oct. 25 at a location yet to be announced. For more information, visit www.liveoakfieldhockey club.com or email liveoakfieldhockeyclub@ gmail.com.

Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.

To vote for Delsea Hall, visit athleteofthe year.org/2025/delsea-ba98. Each $1 donation equals one vote and the support of cancer research and youth empowerment. You can also send one free vote through the website. Voting for the semifinals will end at 7 p.m. Sept. 18, and the competition will end Oct 2.

Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.

File photo by Patrica O’Blenes

This photo from Aug. 30, 2024, shows a ramp meter along the Interstate 96 Flex Route in western Oakland County. All such meters are active as of Sept.

example, are using AI in their work while retaining human control.

In conjunction with September being Detroit Month of Design, Lawrence Technological University’s College of Architecture and Design, or CoAD, is presenting the panel discussion “Designing with Intelligence: An AI Collection of Speculative Objects” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Experts in design and architecture will discuss AI’s impact on art and design, how it can be used in design work and how LTU — located in Southfield — is preparing its students to use it.

The panel includes Jason VigneriBeane, professor at the Pratt School of Architecture; Humbi Song, assistant professor and Emerging Architect Fellow at the University of Toronto; Shelley Selim, Mort Harris Curator of Automotive, Industrial and Decorative Design at the Detroit Institute of Arts; and Curry J. Hackett, teaching associate in Urban Planning and Design at Harvard University Graduate School of Design. The panel will be moderated by LTU interim Provost Karl Daubmann, former dean of CoAD, and Sara Codarin, LTU assistant professor of architecture.

“We know collectively that it’s really transforming how we do things,” said LTU interim Dean of CoAD Lilian Crum.

She said that in their college architectural program, students are collaborating with AI.

“It’s a tool that we use critically,” Crum

said. “It can help foster more innovative processes.”

She said they don’t want AI to do the work for them.

“What we believe, and what we’re realizing as we work with it, is that AI cannot replace human creativity,” Crum said. “It certainly can take some of the menial tasks away, so it can help augment the process. … That allows designers or architects to focus on more impactful or valuable aspects of the process.”

One of the ways designers are using AI is to create images, for which designers control the content.

“It’s not going to do the work for you or replace your thinking,” Crum said.

That’s not to say that there aren’t potential downsides to AI.

“One of the main challenges of AI in art and design is that it can blur the line between human creativity and machine output, raising questions about authorship and originality,” said DIA Chief Digital Officer Jennifer Snyder, Ph.D., in an email interview. “There are also risks of homogenization — AI often draws from existing datasets, which can reinforce biases and reproduce familiar styles rather than encourage true innovation. Additionally, overreliance on AI tools could undervalue the role of human artists and designers, whose intuition, lived experience, and cultural perspective are irreplaceable. Finally, ethical concerns about data sourcing, copyright, and transparency remain unresolved, making it essential for institutions to approach AI use thoughtfully and responsibly.”

For its part, the DIA — like LTU — is

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one of the many institutions trying to use AI in a thoughtful and responsible manner.

“The DIA is actively exploring how artificial intelligence can support both visitors and staff as we adapt to a rapidly changing technological landscape,” Snyder said. “On the visitor side, we’ve begun experimenting with features like our playful ‘mad-libs style’ collections search, which will start using AI to spark curiosity and help audiences discover connections across the collection in new ways. Internally, we are looking at how AI can help us connect our many back-end systems — CRM (customer relationship management), ticketing, collections, and more — to streamline operations and reduce tasks. While we’re still in the early stages, these efforts are about using AI as a tool to improve efficiency, deepen engagement, and create more meaningful experiences for our audiences.”

Detroit is a UNESCO Design City, the only city in the United States to hold this title. As such, the city is celebrating its 10th year of organizing the Month of Design.

“Detroit’s designation as a UNESCO City of Design affirms its historic role as a hub for architecture, automotive, and indus-

trial innovation while highlighting its ongoing investment in education, public space, and creative industries,” Snyder said. “Honoring its industrial heritage and grassroots maker culture, Detroit is positioning itself as a resilient, inclusive leader in the future of global design. This recognition also underscores the city’s ability to set new standards for innovation and equity, offering a model for how design can drive both cultural vitality and economic growth.”

The talk, which is free and open to the public, is designed to appeal to a broad audience.

“Whether you’re an architect, a designer or something completely different, there’s something in the conversation that will expand one’s understanding of AI,” Crum said. Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay.

“It’s entering all aspects of our lives,” Crum said.

The DIA is located at 5200 Woodward Ave. Reservations are required for attendees and can be made by visiting ltu.edu/academicscalendar/designing-with-intelligence-an-aicollection-of-speculative-objects.

Published: 09/18/2025 Southfeld Sun

ORDINANCE No. 1815

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD BY AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD, BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCELS OF PROPERTY:

THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD ORDAINS:

1. The offcial Zoning Map of the City of Southfeld is hereby amended by changing the zoning classifcation of the following described parcel of property:

1.The official Zoning Map of the City of Southfield is hereby amended by changing the zoning classification of the following described parcel of property:

Amend the approved Overlay Development District (PZRODD25-0002) at 27301 W 11 Mile Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-19-100-221) to reaffrm the previously approved site plan for the site (PASP20-0054) as the Master Development Plan and create an ODD agreement to permit the reuse of the existing site and buildings for the wider range of uses permitted per the ODD ordinance in the SmartZone subarea in addition to those permitted per the existing/underlying B-2 zoning of the site.

Amend the approved Overlay Development District (PZRODD25-0002) at 27301 W 11 Mile Road, Southfield, Michigan (Parcel 24-19-100-221) to reaffirm the previously approved site plan for the site (PASP20-0054) as the Master Development Plan and create an ODD agreement to permit the reuse of the existing site and buildings for the wider range of uses permitted per the ODD ordinance in the SmartZone subarea in addition to those permitted per the existing/underlying B-2 zoning of the site.

2.Should any section, clause or paragraph of the ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same will not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid.

2. Should any section, clause or paragraph of the ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same will not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid.

3.All ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extend of the conflict, hereby repealed.

3. All ordinances in confict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extend of the confict, hereby repealed.

4. This ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication.

4.This ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication.

(PZRODD25-0002 – Sun Eleven Mile LLC)

Introduced: 7/21/25

Enacted: 8/25/25

Published: 9/18/25

Introduced: 7/21/2025

Published: Southfeld Sun 09/18/2025

Enacted: 8/25/2025

Published:

KENSON J. SIVER, Mayor JANET JACKSON, City Clerk

J. SIVER, Mayor JANET JACKSON, City Clerk

KENSON

Softball

from page 1A

“We thought we were going to build this field on our campus, but we really didn’t have a spot to put the field on our campus,” said Kevin Finn, Lawrence Tech’s vice president for philanthropy and alumni engagement. “I had played on that softball field in the back of the city complex in a softball league, and I said, Man, maybe we could do something where we work together.’”

The two parties identified the field as something that would benefit all involved.

Southfield Business and Economic Development Director Rochelle Freeman said that the ability to create this all-turf softball field is an example of how collaboration can enhance the softball team’s facility while the city’s Parks and Recreation Department benefits by utilizing the field to create a better atmosphere for other sports that can be played on it, like flag football or Little League sports.

“The community will be able to enjoy the field, as well as Lawrence Tech women’s softball,” she said. “So it’s really a great product that’s going to enhance the entire community.”

“We all identified that field as something that could be renovated and basically has more multipurpose (uses), but also give our women’s softball team for the first time a home field they could play at, because all their games have been on the road,” Finn said. “Even though they play games on the road, they’re called home games. It’s not their field that we operate on.”

Along with LTU’s $500,000 donation, Southfield will be contributing over $2 million in funding. The university also will be contributing long term to the maintenance

costs of the field going forward.

Finn stated that the costs of the project increased over time because they wanted to make sure the entire field was turf.

“It provides the most opportunity for us to use it,” he said. “Women’s softball at the college level play late February through early May. Now we probably won’t play any games there in February, but we will be out there in March. But what do we have in March? A lot of rain. So, you need fields that can drain, and if your backyard is like mine in March, it’s just a swamp, easily. And so having a turf, you know, rain can be a problem and you can’t play in a downpour, but it drains really quick and you can resume play. We started to work on that and priced it out and the city contributed.”

After the groundbreaking, the project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2026.

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ORDINANCE NO. 1816

The City of Southfeld has amended An Ordinance to amend Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld by revising Article 22; to update the Exceptions to Height Standards to specifcally address fagpoles.

THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD ORDAINS: SECTION 1.

THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD IS HEREBY AMENDED BY REVISING SUBSECTION 5.195, ARTICLE 22, SCHEDULE OF REGULATIONS, OF CHAPTER 45, ZONING, OF TITLE V, ZONING AND PLANNING, WHICH SHALL BE DESIGNATED AS FOLLOWS:

5.195 SCHEDULE OF REGULATIONS’ NOTES

(w) Exceptions to Height Standards

Exceptions. The height limitation of this Ordinance shall not apply to chimneys, cooling towers, elevators, bulkheads, fre towers, penthouses, stacks, stage towers, scenery lofts, tanks, water towers, pumping towers, monuments, steeples, cupolas, clock and bell towers, and mechanical appurtenance accessory to and necessary for the permitted use in the district in which they are located.

Height of Public and Semi-Public Buildings. The height of public and semi-public buildings such as churches, cathedrals, temples, hospitals, sanitariums, or schools shall not exceed ffty-fve (55) feet, provided that if any such building exceeds the height limitation for the district in which is located, then, in addition to the required setback, the building shall be set back an additional one (1) foot for each foot by which the building exceeds the height standard.

Height of Parapet Walls. Parapet walls may extend up to fve (5) feet above the permitted height in the district in which the building is located.

Height of Flagpoles. This section applies if a proposed fagpole exceeds the permitted maximum height in the applicable zoning district. To create a minimum safe fall zone, fagpole height shall be limited to the minimum distance from the base of the fagpole to the nearest property line. If a structural engineer certifes that the fagpole is specifcally designed to have a smaller fall zone, the Building Offcial may approve a smaller setback matching the designed fall zone of the fagpole. All such fagpoles require a building permit and are subject to codes referenced and stated in the Michigan Building Code.

SECTION 2.

Every person, frm, or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fne of not more than fve hundred dollars ($500.00) and cost of prosecution or by imprisonment for not more than ninety (90) days, or both such fne and imprisonment. The City, in addition to other remedies, may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, abate, or restrain the violation. Each day’s continuance of a violation shall be deemed a separate and distinct offense. Any person violating the provisions of this Ordinance shall in addition become liable to the City for any expense or loss or damage occasioned by the City by reason of such violation.

SECTION 3.

Should any section, clause, or paragraph of this Ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same will not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid.

SECTION 4.

All Ordinances in confict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extent of such confict, hereby repealed.

SECTION 5.

This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication.

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If you have a racing or irregular heartbeat, also known as an arrhythmia, one likely suspect is atrial fbrillation (AFib), the most common type. In AFib, the upper chambers of the heart beat chaotically and often too fast. In some cases, this can continue indefnitely (or until it’s treated). But in many people, episodes of AFib come and go, which can make it harder to diagnose.

Atrial fbrillation risk

AFib can develop in anyone, at any time, but it’s much more likely to become a problem as you get older. Other factors besides age that can increase anyone’s chance of developing AFib include high blood pressure, obesity, heart problems (such as heart failure or heart valve disease), thyroid disorders, heavy alcohol use, smoking, diabetes, kidney disease and sleep apnea.

In younger adults, conditions such as thyroid disease or sleep apnea can increase the risk. In women, high blood pressure and heart valve disease are more likely to lead to AFib. While in men, coronary artery disease and previous heart attack are more common risk factors

Spotting AFib symptoms

AFib symptoms may vary, and some people don’t experience them. When symptoms are present, for both sexes these can include racing heart rate, heart palpitations (futters or a pounding heart), shortness of breath, chest pain and fatigue.

• Atypical symptoms: Women are more likely than men to experience symptoms such as fatigue and weakness.

• Frequency and duration of episodes: Women tend to have more frequent and longer-lasting AFib episodes than men.

• Stroke risk and severity: Women with AFib may be at higher stroke risk than men. And when women have a stroke, it tends to be more severe.

Diagnosing atrial fbrillation … with your smart watch?

If you notice possible AFib symptoms, take note so you can discuss them with your doctor. During a check-up, your doctor should be able to pick up on an irregular heartbeat—if you’re experiencing an AFib episode. For the other times, a smart watch or wearable ftness tracker may help.

Many of the newest devices use a technology called photoplethysmography, or PPG. This feature uses pulses of light against the skin to measure blood fow through the wrist to track the rhythm of your heartbeat. This can be helpful for spotting heart rhythm disorders such as AFib. If you suspect you’re having periodic AFib episodes, your doctor also might send you home with a heart monitor to help fgure out what’s happening with your heart rhythm.

AFib can be serious, but we can treat heart arrhythmias with medications and procedures. So don’t ignore that futtering heartbeat. If you think you have a possible heart rhythm problem, it’s best to talk to your doctor.