1/29/26 Southfield Sun

Lathrup Village approves ballot language for library millage

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

LATHRUP VILLAGE — At its Jan. 26 meeting, the Lathrup Village City Council approved ballot language for a proposed library millage that will be placed on the November 2026 ballot.

The millage, if approved by voters in November, would authorize a 1-mill levy for the purposes of funding library services. The millage would run for five years.

If voters approve the proposal in November, the millage would first appear during the 2027 summer tax season. It is estimated that the millage would generate approximately $175,000 in its first year, if approved.

Council member John Sousanis said that although the council cannot tell people how to vote in November, he said that he thinks library services are important.

“We’ve seen that there’s a breadth of ways to give library services to a community,” he said. “I think the way we do it now is great, and if there’s a way to retain that, then I think it’s worth putting out there for the voters to decide.”

Mayor Pro Tem Kelly Garrett echoed this and said that while she supports funding library services, she does not want her opinion to sway how people vote on the millage in November.

Southfield duo vies for title of Ultimate NFL Fan of the Year

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

After being dubbed the 2025 Detroit Lions Fans of the Year, Southfield mother-daughter duo Ninotchka Jackson-Wright and Kyla Wright are competing for the title of the Ultimate NFL Fan of the Year.

People can cast their votes by visiting nfl. com/honors/fan-of-the-year/2025/vote. Voting will end at 11:59 p.m. Feb 7. The winner will be announced during the 2026 Super Bowl on Feb. 8.

Jackson-Wright and Wright are the first duo to win the title of Detroit Lions Fans of the Year. They are legacy fans, with their love of the Lions stemming from Jackson-Wright’s late father, Oliver Williams Jr., who had been a dedicated fan since the Pontiac Silverdome era.

Jackson-Wright inherited her father’s season tickets after he passed away in 2017. For Jackson-Wright and Wright, being Lions fans is more than supporting a football team; it represents family, legacy and loyalty.

Tax Source Group: Your Source For Everything Tax Related. Now in Berkley.

Brian Harvey, founder of the Tax Source Group, continues to celebrate the exciting move of his tax consortium to the City of Berkley last month In December 2025. The move to the new Berkley location perfectly complements his  Comprehensive tax business strategy. “I have been very grateful for my new Berkley area customers  and of course also for my Southfield Customers over the past 5 years.”, Harvey said.

“The Tax Source Group is growing because of the outpouring of support from the residents of the both Communities since my recent move to Berkley. The growth of my new location aligns perfectly with my goals to not only help residents and business owners with their taxes, but to also o er expert tax classes on site as well.”

The Tax Source Group provides a multitude of personal financing assistance at their convenient Greenfield Rd./12 Mile location which also includes life insurance, credit repair and the Tax Source Group Academy which o ers training on how you can also become a professional tax preparer.

“The goal of the Tax Source Group is to help educate individuals on the proper way to

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approach tax services and other critical personal financial needs in their home.” Harvey added, “We are o ering many upcoming workshops for local residents on how to set up their own tax filing strategy or how to set up their own business. The Academy shows you several practical ways to improve your tax situation or add clarity to your desire to start your own business – all at an a ordable cost.”

The Tax Source Group itself has employed over 56 tax preparers and instructed over 70 students over this past year alone with the goal of helping students and customers understand their tax options more clearly.

“Doing your taxes should never be something to be feared. We are here to help you navigate through the tax laws and get you the best possible return.”, Harvey continued.

I also feel great satisfaction watching my customers grow from not knowing how the tax system works to building up their confidence while also learning their own personal financial strategies.”

Please contact The Tax Source Group today for any tax business consultation or to join an upcoming workshop.

Visit: 3462 Greenfield Road, #106 Berkley, MI 48072

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Three men charged in connection to October shooting

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department held a press conference on Jan. 22 to discuss the details and investigation of a nonfatal shooting that occurred on Oct. 28 at the BP gas station located at 24722 Southfield Road.

The shooting occurred at approximately 5:58 p.m. Oct. 28. Surveillance video allegedly showed 23-year-old Auburn Hills resident Amaju Dozier and 22-year-old Sterling Heights resident DeAngelo Brown Jr. enter the gas station parking lot in a gray pickup truck. While they were inside the gas station, 23-year-old Harper Woods resident Romello Johnson allegedly was seen parking a white BMW X5 directly behind the pickup.

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Southfield Public Arts Commission unveils newest art exhibition

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Public Arts Commission and Mayor Kenson Siver hosted an opening reception Jan. 15 for the city’s newest art exhibition, where attendees explored the artwork and the artists explained their pieces.

“Duality and Depth” is the newest art exhibition inside the lobby of Southfield City Hall, located at 26000 Evergreen Road. The exhibition features the works of ten Michigan-based artists.

Photos by Liz Carnegie

left, and Denise Jarnigan-Holt, right, answer questions during a panel discussion at the Southfeild Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Celebration on Jan. 19. Moore and Jarnigan-Holt began their involvement in the civil rights movement at the ages of 16 and 14 when they joined John Lewis and the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee.

Southfield celebrates 41 years of honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — Southfield residents, organizations and city officials gathered together to honor the legacy and spread the message of Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 19.

The celebration began at Hope United Methodist Church, located at 26275 Northwestern Highway. There, dozens of community members conducted a 1-mile peace walk to the Southfield City Hall Pavilion, located at 26000 Evergreen Road, where a continuation of the program was held.

President of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force Faira Glenn said the event is to honor King’s legacy and his efforts toward nonviolence, peace and justice for all.

“These days it seems this is more needed than ever,” Glenn said. “The struggle has not ended. This walk is needed, especially with what is going on throughout the country these days.”

Glenn said the MLK Peace Walk and Celebration is meant to uplift the community.

The celebration’s program included speeches, performances by Dance Zone Center and the Hindu Temple Rhythm Dancers, an award ceremony and a Q&A panel with Selma foot soldiers Denise Jarnigan-Holt and Alice Moore. Additionally, vendors and community resources, such as Henry Ford

Health and the Southfield City Clerk’s Office, were available to the event attendees.

Southfield was the first Michigan city to host a Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk, which took place on Jan. 20, 1986. This year’s theme was “Crafting the Dream in a Peaceful and Sustainable World Rooted in Dignity, Democracy, and Nonviolence.”

Joann Wright is a charter member of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force. She said the task force and its mission are a part of her. She said it is instilled in her as someone who grew up in the South during King’s lifetime.

Wright said the Southfield community has faithfully participated in the MLK Peace Walk and Celebration, and the community has given anything to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force without hesitation.

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Southfield resident named referee for Super Bowl LX

SOUTHFIELD — Southfield resident Shawn Smith has been selected to be the referee of Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.

The game will be played at Levi’s Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, and will feature the New England Patriots of the AFC and the Seattle Seahawks of the NFC.

The title of referee is a prestigious one. As referee, Smith will be the head official in the biggest sporting event of the year. This is Smith’s 11th postseason assignment and his first Super Bowl.

The crew for the game has a total of eight officials and eight alternates who will be ready if needed. According to footballzebras.com, a website that provides news on football officials, Smith was an alternate in each of the previous two Super Bowls.

“The Super Bowl (LX) assignment is just a really big deal for me,” Smith said in a video that all game officials record before the Super Bowl, as officials aren’t permitted to participate in media interviews during the season. “Working to become recognized as one of the top officials in the league and getting to work in the biggest game is just a heck of an accomplishment.”

Smith got his start officiating recreational basketball leagues as a teenager. He then continued at Ferris State University and didn’t start officiating football until after he graduated.

“A few years after I graduated from college, I registered with the state of Michigan and made it official to become a registered football and basketball official,” Smith said. “I began my journey at the high school ranks and the Pee Wee ranks.”

Smith has been an official for the NFL since 2015 and was promoted to referee in 2018. He’s officiated a postseason game every year he’s been eligible.

VISION FOR JUSTICE MARKS ONE-YEAR MILESTONE

SOUTHFIELD — Vision of Justice, a Michigan-based nonprofit, has celebrated its first anniversary with a milestone by completing 10 free surgeries to uninsured Michiganders who were legally blind due to cataracts.

Vision of Justice was founded by Attorney Jason Waechter as a way to address a health care gap. In a press release, Waechter said this past year has confirmed what the organization hoped to achieve.

“People are getting their independence, dignity and quality of life back, and yet the need is still enormous,” he said. “We’ve made progress, but there is so much work to do.”

In its first year, Vision of Justice received a grant from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Foundation’s Operation Sight Grant program. This funding supports Vision of Justice’s mission to expand access to sight-restoring surgery for uninsured patients.

Vision of Justice plans to continue hosting surgical events. To qualify for free cataract surgery, applicants must be legally blind in both eyes due to cataracts, experiencing financial hardship and be Michigan residents. More information on how to apply can be found at www.visionofjustice.com.

SOUTHFIELD WINTER FEST SCHEDULED FOR FEB. 1

SOUTHFIELD — The annual Southfield Winter Fest is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 1 at the Southfield Sports Arena, located at 26000 Evergreen Road. Hosted by Southfield Parks and Recreation, this event will offer Southfield families an array of indoor and outdoor winter activities.

Activities will include horse-drawn carriage rides, a rock climbing wall, marshmallow roasting and ice skating. Additionally, there will be community resources and giveaways from the Southfield Police Department and the Southfield Public Library.

Admission costs $4 for Southfield residents and $5 for nonresidents. Preregistration is encouraged and can be done by visiting bit.ly/SfldWinterFest26.

Southfield celebrates century of Black History Month

SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield will be hosting a series of Black History Month events titled “A Century of Black History Month: Honoring the Past. Shaping the Future.” This year marks the milestone of 100 years of celebrating the history, culture, resilience and contributions of African Americans.

Black History Month provides an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of African Americans whose impact has shaped local communities and the nation, while also considering its effects on the future. Throughout February, Southfield will host a series of programs to observe the centennial year of Black History Month.

Events and activities include a poetry workshop, a music festival, a cupcake decorating workshop and more. A full breakdown of the events can be found by visiting cityofsouthfield.com.

Lathrup Village police to host chili tasting

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The Lathrup Village Police Department will be hosting a chili cookoff from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12 in the Lathrup Village Community Room, located inside Lathrup Village City Hall at 27400 Southfield Road.

People need to RSVP and buy their tickets before Feb. 5 by either emailing policeclerk@lathrupvillage.org or visiting Lathrup Village City Hall.

Tickets cost $15 for dine-in only or $5 for those bringing a dish to pass at the event.

All proceeds collected from the chili tasting will be donated to Sharing is Caring, an organization focused on assisting with food insecurity.

Inspired Exhibit:

Encourage, Consider, Conversation

A story thousands of years in the making will be told Feb. 4-19, 2026, at GraceWay Bible Church in Southfeld.

GraceWay is pleased to welcome the INSPIRED exhibit of rare biblical artifacts.

INSPIRED is an interactive traveling display that carefully explains the history of writing and evidence for the reliability of scripture while telling of God’s miraculous preservation of the Bible over thousands of years.

“We are hosting the Inspired exhibit for three reasons,” said GraceWay Pastor Drew Lindman. “First, we desire all people to consider the evidence that Jesus worked through history to save humanity. Indeed, as the exhibit demonstrates, Jesus is not just a character in a book, but God in fesh who worked through time and space to provide amazing grace. Second, we want to encourage Christians and skeptics to wrestle with the evidence for Jesus’ life and ministry. As some of the rare artifacts declare, all mankind must ask themselves who Jesus is before they die — do we believe He is God, or a radical teacher? And third, in a world where everything is relative, we desire to start conversations about the objective truth claims of Jesus. Jesus did not come to earth for us to fnd ‘our truth,’ but He came for the broken to fnd truth in Him.”

INSPIRED, a Michigan-based nonproft, conducts exhibitions in both domestic and international venues, sharing its timeless message with people all over the world.

More than 100 signifcant manuscripts, artifacts, and rare-printed books will be displayed in over 10 distinct areas. Guests will encounter early cuneiform tablets and cylinder seals, papyri, scrolls, and early printed Bibles. Te exhibit also includes a 15th-century Spanish Inquisition Torah. An expansive collection of Medieval manuscripts, and rare printed Bibles from the printing revolution through the King James Bible are also included. Te fnal area includes a working replica of Johannes Gutenberg’s revolutionary printing press.

“If you are hurting, doubting, and in need of community this winter season, join us at this amazing historical event,” Lindman said.

GraceWay ofers this enlightening and moving event to the public free of charge. Visitors must arrive one hour prior to closing to view the exhibit. Reservations are recommended for groups larger than 12. GraceWay Bible Church is located at 28600 Lahser Road, in Southfeld.

Te exhibit will run from Feb. 4-19 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. It will be closed on Sunday and open from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, Saturday Feb. 14.

For more information, please visit the GraceWay Bible Church website at gracewaybible.org or call the church at (248) 357-5464.

In a world where everything is considered “relatve,” witness the truth backed by the evidence... at INSPIRED EXHIBIT

hosted by GraceWay Bible Church in Southfeld, MI

What is INSPIRED EXHIBIT?

INSPIRED is an engaging presentaton of more than 100 artfacts – including scrolls, rare manuscripts, and books – that tell the compelling story of the Bible’s writng,translaton, and preservaton.

Visitors have the opportunity to operate a full-scale working replica of the 1455 Gutenberg printng press, printng a page of the Bible! Free Admission • (Open to the Public)

Exhibit Times

February 4 -19, 2026 11:00am to 7:00pm (Open from 11:00am to 3:30pm Valentne’s Day)

Closed Sundays

*Visitors must arrive one hour prior to closing to view the entre exhibit.

GraceWay Bible Church 28600 Lahser Rd, Southfeld, MI 48034

(Use South Parking Lot on Lahser Rd. Enter through Door A)

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Southfield police: No charges will be filed in fatal shooting at cocktail lounge

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department held a press conference Jan. 16 to go over the details of a shooting that occurred Jan. 10 at Bloom, a cocktail lounge located at 25080 Southfield Road, in which the investigation concluded with no charges filed.

At approximately 2:35 a.m. on Jan. 10, Southfield officers who were directing traffic in the area of 10 Mile Road and Southfield Road heard gunshots coming from the parking lot of Bloom. Upon responding to the gunshots, officers located a 33-year-old Detroit woman with multiple gunshot wounds and a 36-year-old Detroit woman with a gunshot wound to her leg. Police also found

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“No matter how bad the situation, people have always turned out,” she said.

Southfield Mayor Kenson Siver said the MLK Peace Walk and Celebration is a gathering to remember and honor its namesake, who fought against cruelty and injustice. He said people today still bear witness to these things.

“We are here today as one community standing against cruelty and injustice, and united in peace,” Siver said. “Let us remember why we are here and carry this in our hearts and in our actions.”

Jarnigan-Holt and Moore responded to a few written audience questions related to them being Selma foot soldiers and their fight for equal voting rights. Both women urged the youth at the event to not only fight for what they believe in, but to participate in their right to vote.

Moore said she, Jarnigan-Holt and many others were beaten, tear-gassed and thrown into jail for fighting for voting rights.

“We saw what was coming and went in

that a 30-year-old male security guard was involved in the incident.

Both women were transported to Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital for treatment. The 33-year-old woman was pronounced deceased by physicians at 3:10 a.m. The 36-year-old woman is recovering from her injuries.

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anyway,” she said. “You do not have to do that. You just have to learn your facts, register and vote to make a change.”

Jarnigan-Holt said no one should think their single vote does not matter. She said every vote counts.

“It’s one step at a time, one vote at a time,” she said.

The Southfield City Clerk’s Office had a voter registration booth at the event for the first time. Election specialist Darian Bird said it was a way to get connected with the youth of Southfield.

Additionally, with the Selma foot soldiers giving a panel discussing voting rights, Bird said it was the perfect time to connect with Southfield residents on the importance of getting registered to vote.

“A lot of people believe their vote doesn’t matter, and that is far from the truth,” he said.

Bird said the Clerk’s Office plans to visit Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology and University K-12 Academy with the Secretary of State Mobile Office to get in touch with more young people.

Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 498-1059.

Police Chief Elvin Barren said he wanted to acknowledge the tragic loss of life and the injury that occurred.

“Our thoughts are with the families, loved ones and community members affectSee SHOOTING on page 13A

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Southfield Christian fifth grade girls basketball team undefeated

BY MCKENNA GOLAT mgolat@candgnews.com

SOUTHFIELD — The fifth grade girls basketball team from Southfield Christian School has gone undefeated for the last two years, and the girls attribute this success to their teamwork, faith and attitudes on and off the court.

Last season, the team was made up of a combination of fourth and fifth graders, which means the team had players who contributed to the undefeated status for two years. The basketball season for the Southfield Christian fifth grade team consists of 10 games.

The girls were focused on being a team on and off the court. Center Addison Wade said most of the girls have either been in the same class together or been friends before being a team.

“It felt good to be on a team together and play,” she said.

Coach Eric Lafata said this group of athletes is the first in Southfield Christian history to go undefeated for two years. He said the team worked hard on the fundamentals, aggressive defense and fast-paced transition offense during practices. He said the girls have grown into great players.

“Every girl contributed in their own way,” Lafata said. “Every girl was rebounding, playing great defense and shooting to help the team win.”

This season was the first time forward Elianna Reid had played basketball. She said she knew it would be a good team because she was friends with the other girls already.

Elianna said that she was initially worried about being not as skilled as her other teammates. However, she said she got the hang of the sport and is excited to continue playing.

“I felt like God gave me the strength to keep moving and I got better every time I played,” Reid said.

Point guards Adriana Lafata and Delsea Hall are also a part of an Amateur Athletic Union basketball team. Adriana said she can see herself continuing to train and become better at basketball as she gets older.

“I feel like we could get to the state championship,” she said.

Delsea said she feels like coach Lafata and her dad made her into a great basketball player. She said her dad especially has pushed her to be the player she is today.

“He pushes me to my limit and it has helped me grow as a player,” Delsea said.

Lafata said he can see the girls sticking with the sport and eventually winning a championship. He said these girls have something special.

Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 4981059.

Multiple choice: EDUCATION

WOPTIONS ABOUND FOR FAMILIES

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

hen it comes to educating your children, there are a multitude of options to consider before choosing the right fit.

The key, experts say, is finding a suitable learning environment for your child — whether it be at a traditional public, charter, private, home, virtual or other school.

Schools of Choice

According to a Bridge Michigan analysis of the state’s latest enrollment data, one in four Michigan K-12 students attend school at a charter or in a Schools of Choice district.

Michigan’s Schools of Choice provisions in Section 105 and 105c of the State School Aid Act allow local school districts to

enroll nonresident students and count them in membership without having to obtain approval from the district of residence.

While a few dozen public school districts in the state — including Rochester Community Schools and Grosse Pointe — do not accept most students from other districts, the majority of Michigan’s 532 public school districts welcome choice.

The Troy School District, for example, offers a limited School of Choice program, allowing students from specific areas to enroll, with priority for siblings of current Schools of Choice students.

“Troy is really known for its strong academics, enrichment, athletics, and performing arts and has always been in the top three in the state for many things. Because of that reputation, that helps Troy immensely,” said

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The Southfield Public Arts Commission curates a new art exhibition quarterly. “Duality and Depth” features the artworks of Cheryl Anne Barill, Robbie Best, Joe Cazeno III, Lulu Fall, Rebecca Hauschild, Donna Kennedy, Onzie Norman, Tzu Poré, Charlene Uresy and Jami Young.

Southfield Public Arts Commission Chair Delores Flagg said the arts hold importance in Southfield. She said the arts have shifted the mindset of people who might not have considered Southfield a place to be.

“Art speaks volumes,” Flagg said. “It will always be here. It was here yesterday, it is here today and it will still be here tomorrow.”

Siver said this is the sixth year that the Southfield Public Arts Commission has showcased art in Southfield City Hall. He said that the lobby is a heavily trafficked area and that people have given many positive comments over the years.

“It’s a great place to showcase art, and we’re so glad that we have this partnership with local artists,” Siver said.

Cazeno III said his works are inspired by family ties, fatherhood and connection. Four of his pieces are a part of “Duality and Depth.” Additionally, he said he likes to incorporate trees into his work, creating a signature for his art. He said he originally did not have a reason for it, but then he learned about the mycelial network after researching what trees meant within nature.

Cazeno III said this network is how plants are connected to each other. This is referenced within his artwork.

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“We work hard at creating more a ordable housing by finding grants available and incentives on the part of the lending Community that are available to you”, Bowers said.

“It’s about connection and growth,” he said. Norman’s background in art started with carpentry, and this craftsmanship is central to his creations. He has four pieces in the exhibition. Norman said most of his work focuses on Black history and culture.

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“I look at the issues inside, both the good and bad,” Norman said.

“Duality and Depth” will be displayed in the Southfield City Hall lobby until March 31. Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 498-1059.

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Shooting

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ed by the incident, and we recognize the profound impact this has had on everyone involved,” he said.

The Police Department’s investigation found that the incident began as a domestic-related physical altercation. The 33-year-old’s sister and her sister’s husband were in a physical altercation, during which the sister received a head injury, according to police. The 33-year-old then became engaged in a physical altercation with the 36-year-old woman, who is the sister of the 33-year-old woman’s brother-in-law, police said.

Bloom security came outside and gave aid to the injured woman. According to police, the 30-year-old security guard observed the 33-year-old woman walk toward him with a wrench. He instructed her to drop it. She dropped the wrench, police said, and then unholstered her Sig Sauer P365 9 mm handgun. The security guard then reportedly fired his Shadow Systems handgun.

There were a total of eight shots, according to police, all fired by the security guard. Six reportedly struck the 33-yearold woman. The 36-year-old woman, who was nearby, was struck once in the leg.

The security guard turned over both guns to law enforcement when they arrived, police said, and both handguns were registered to their respective owners. Additionally, both possessed concealed pistol licenses.

Barren wanted to dispel rumors that the security guard is affiliated with law enforcement.

“He has approximately 10 years of experience in private security,” Barren said. “He is not a police officer in any capacity.”

This incident was presented to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office by the Southfield Police Department. Based on the evidence collected, charges will not be issued against the security guard. Barren said that the security guard’s name will not be released, and that the criminal investigation has been closed.

Barren said law enforcement and the city of Southfield will look to have conversations with the owners of Bloom lounge to determine how to prevent further incidents.

Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 498-1059.

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According to law enforcement, Johnson entered and paused inside the gas station doorway. Southfield Chief of Police Elvin Barren said Brown Jr. produced a handgun from his waistband, began shooting at Johnson and hit a bystander in the arm. Barren said Johnson then produced a firearm from his jacket and returned fire, while also shooting at Dozier. Dozier pulled a handgun from his waistband and returned fire, Barren said.

Brown Jr. allegedly continued to fire his gun while leaving the gas station. During this time, a fourth unidentified shooter emerged from the white BMW X5 and fired at Dozier and Brown Jr. A bystander who was attempting to flee the gas station in his black pickup truck was shot in the upper abdomen by Brown Jr., Barren said.

All involved fled the scene in various directions.

Both bystanders injured in the shooting were transported to Providence Hospital. Both have since recovered from their injuries.

None of the men involved in the shooting were injured, according to police. It is unknown how many shots were fired.

The investigation reportedly found that the men are part of opposing criminal groups. Barren said that none of the individuals or the groups they are a part of are affiliated with Southfield.

“Southfield has become a destination, so we get a lot of people that come to our city,” he said. “As a result, it does bring individuals that, unfortunately, seem to do harm to one another, and then they have their conflicts in our city.”

Barren said Southfield law enforcement will continue to investigate and hold people accountable for any crime committed in Southfield.

The fourth shooter has yet to be identified. The Southfield Police Department asks that if anyone has information on this person, that they come forward.

FBI Detroit Acting Special Agent in Charge Reuben Coleman said the agencies involved in the investigation

work tirelessly to protect the community. He said one of the top priorities of the FBI is to prevent, investigate and crush violent crime.

“The combined efforts and seamless coordination between our agencies have been instrumental in moving this case forward in hopes of bringing justice to both the victims and families,” Coleman said.

Dozier was arrested at approximately 6:30 a.m. Jan. 22 in Auburn Hills. He was charged with one count of assault with intent to murder, two counts of weapons felony firearm, one count of weapons-firearms possession by felon and one count of weapons-carrying concealed. His bond is set at $250,000 cash only with a GPS tether prior to release with home restrictions.

Johnson was arrested at approximately 9:30 p.m., Jan. 11 in Detroit. He was charged with one count of weapons-carrying concealed, one count of weapons-firearm possession by felon and one count of weapons felony firearm. His bond is set at $50,000 with a GPS tether prior to release.

Brown Jr. was arrested at approximately 2 p.m. Jan. 21 in Mount Clemens. He was charged with three counts of assault with intent to murder, four counts of weapons felony firearm, one count of weapons-firearms possession by felon and one count of weapons-carrying concealed. His bond was denied.

The 46th District Court records did not list an attorney for Brown Jr. or Johnson. Dozier’s attorney, Adam Clements, did not respond before press time when contacted for comment.

One of the bystanders who was injured in the shooting was present at the press conference. He declined to provide comment and wished to remain unidentified.

The entities involved in this investigation of events include the Southfield Police Department; FBI Oakland County Gang and Violent Crime Task Force; FBI Detroit Violent Crime Task Force; FBI Macomb Gang and Violent Crime Task Force; Michigan State Police; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Detroit; Oakland County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team; Southfield SWAT; and the Oakland County Auto Theft Unit.

Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 489-1059.

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Cafe Shalom: Hear wind nonet and string quartet from Detroit Medical Orchestra, also refreshments, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Congregation Beth Shalom, 14601 Lincoln St. in Oak Park, (248) 547-7970, register at bit.ly/cafeshalom2026

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Real Estate Career Talk: Broker/manager Patricia Phillips discusses what agents do, how to get leads, what training is available and more, 5:30-6:30 p.m., free on Zoom or in person at Real Estate One Southfield, 28261 Evergreen Road (Suite 180), (313) 673-3774, pphillips@realestateone.com

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Comedy for a Cause: Benefit for The Salvation Army’s

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“My thoughts are that everyone should have access to library services, and I believe that library services are valuable,” she said.

Lathrup Village has a contract with the Southfield Public Library to provide library services to Lathrup Village’s residents.

This is a new mileage for Lathrup Village. Lathrup Village City Administrator Mike Green said that when the Headlee override millage proposal failed in November, the Lathrup Village City Council looked at how to adjust the city’s budget. The library services contract between Lathrup Village and Southfield was considered to be cut. The Lathrup Village City Council did not

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want to cancel the contract immediately and decided to put the decision to voters for the November 2026 ballot.

Money generated from the millage, if approved, can only be used toward library services.

The exact language expected for the November ballot is as follows:

“Shall the City of Lathrup Village, Oakland County, Michigan, be authorized to levy a new millage of 1.0 mill ($1.00 per $1,000 of taxable value), for a period of five (5) years, 2027 through 2031 inclusive, with the revenue to be used exclusively to fund the City’s library services contract? If approved and levied in full, this millage is estimated to generate approximately $175,000 in the first calendar year of the levy. This millage would be subject to reduction as required by law, including the Headlee Amendment.”

LEGAL NOTICE

City of Southfeld

CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) for FY 2024/2025 CDBG FUNDS and Five-Year Consolidated Plan 2026-2030

The City of Southfeld has prepared a proposed Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) FY 2024/2025 Program Year for review by all interested residents and groups. Input is also being solicited for the Five-Year Consolidated Plan FY 2026-2030.

Draft documents may be reviewed on the City of Southfeld website https://www.cityofsouthfeld.com (departments/ housing/ CDBG information), a copy received by email, or a hard copy by request at the city offces 26000 Evergreen Road, beginning January 28, 2026.

Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report: The CAPER for FY 2024/2025 Program Year is an annual performance and evaluation report on how the City of Southfeld utilized the Community Development Block Grant entitlement funds during the most recent program year. This document provides an assessment of results and accomplishments of those projects which include, housing rehabilitation, and public services.

Five-Year Consolidated Plan FY 2026-2031: The purpose of the Consolidated Plan is the inventory of the Housing and Community Development needs of low- and moderate-income people in the City of Southfeld. The plan is used to guide decisions in the distribution of CDBG grants funds received by the city. The plan included a Five-Year Strategic Plan and the Annual Action Plan for FY 2026/2027 CDBG funds.

Public Meeting

The City of Southfeld will conduct a public meeting via teleconference, on Monday, February 9, 2026, from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on phone number (248) 796-5052. The purpose of the meeting will be to obtain the views of interested citizens, public agencies, and other interested parties on the CAPER for FY 2024/2025 and the Five-Year Con Plan FY 2026-2030.

Comments may also be sent to ngreenstein@cityofsouthfeld.com through the end of business on Thursday, February 12, 2026 for inclusion in the CAPER report.

Further information may be obtained by calling (248) 796-5119 or emailing ngreenstein@cityofsouthfeld.com.

Published: Southfeld Sun 01/29/2026

PUBLISHED LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS & SITE PLAN REVIEWS

PLANNING COMMISSION

CITY OF SOUTHFIELD

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:30 P.M., Local Time, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfeld, Michigan, at which time and place the Southfeld Planning Commission will consider the following requests pursuant to Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld, to wit:

PCZR25-0005 (CONDITIONAL REZONING – PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of WAO Investments LLC, to conditionally rezone a parcel with an existing small multi-tenant commercial building at 24050 W 9 Mile Road (Parcel 24-29-476-025), Southfeld, Michigan from I-1 Industrial to B-3 General Business.

PZRODD25-0003 (OVERLAY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ZONING AMENDMENT – PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of Contour Development Group, to amend the existing Northland City Center Overlay Development District Agreement and Master Development Plan, the site located in Section 36 of the City of Southfeld, Michigan and bounded by M-10, JL Hudson Dr, Greenfeld Rd and Northland Dr.

PSLU26-0001 (SPECIAL USE – PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of 248 Garage LLC, to add Class B: Used Vehicle Dealer to an existing vehicle storage facility at 20855 Telegraph Road (Parcel 24-32-400-022), Southfeld, Michigan.

PCZR26-0001 (CONDITIONAL REZONING – PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of American Center LLC, to conditionally rezone 4.87 acres in the southeastern corner of 27777 Franklin (Parcel 24-17-351-021), Southfeld, Michigan from RC Regional Center to I-1 Industrial (8 Mile Frontage subdistrict).

PSLU26-0002 (SPECIAL USE- PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of American Center LLC, to permit operation of a landscape contractor’s yard in the southeastern corner of 27777 Franklin (Parcel 24-17-351-021), Southfeld, Michigan.

PZR26-0001 (REZONING – PUBLIC HEARING) is a request of Yeshivas Ohel Torah, to rezone the property at 16500 Lincoln Drive (Parcel 24-24-251-007), Southfeld, Michigan from R-2 Single Family Residential to ERO Education Research-Offce.

Written comments may be mailed to the Planning Department, 26000 Evergreen Road, P.O. Box 2055, Southfeld, MI 480372055, prior to the meeting.

Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Planning Department at (248) 796-4150 or tpaison@cityofsouthfeld.com

GABI GROSSBARD – CITY CLERK

Individuals with special needs who plan to attend this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Offce at 248-796-5150 (voice) or 248-354-4831 (TDD). If auxiliary aids or services are needed, reasonable advance notice is required.

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Now, the mother-daughter duo is competing against the ultimate fans of the other 31 NFL teams for the title of the Ultimate NFL Fan of the Year.

Jackson-Wright said she and her daughter have a deep love and drive for the Lions. She said that they include the rest of their family and their community in their enthusiasm for the Lions. She said it’s meaningful to share this passion.

“It’s rare to see a family as close-knit as this that believes wholeheartedly in doing the same things together,” Jackson-Wright said.

Wright said that she and her mom are inseparable. She said that combining football and family is just something they do.

“We are always together in faith, football and family — in every part of our lives,” she said.

Wright said another unique aspect of their fandom is their creativity and fashion. The mother-daughter duo have a seamstress for Detroit Lions games and take their gameday outfits to a whole new level. Wright said other Lions fans have noticed them at games and have asked for pictures. She said it’s a fun way to engage in fandom.

“It’s great to put smiles on other fans’ faces,” Wright said. “Without fandom, you would not have football.”

The Lions fan legacy does not end with this mother-daughter duo. The fandom is now being passed down to the youngest members of their family. Wright said her 7-year-old niece is now a season ticket holder alongside herself and Jackson-Wright. Additionally, Wright’s 2-yearold niece has officially attended her first game and has received a certificate for the occasion. Even the youngest member of the family, Jackson-Wright’s 1-year-old great grandniece, has been wearing Detroit Lions onesies.

“We start young,” Jackson-Wright said. “It’s something we want to pass down.”

In addition to their fandom and passion for the Lions, Jackson-Wright and Wright were also considered for the title of Ultimate Fans

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due to their community involvement and service. Wright operates a 501(c)(3) nonprofit called Operation SASH, which is an organization built for the advocacy, awareness and assistance of survivors of sexual assault.

Jackson-Wright is an active volunteer for Operation SASH. Both women are also active in their church, both as mentors and volunteers.

“My mom is my biggest supporter and is always volunteering, assisting and executing events alongside me,” Wright said. “When I say we are a duo, we are a duo in all facets.”

Additionally, Wright was Miss North America 2024, and that came with its own community service events and initiatives.

Call Staff Writer McKenna Golat at (586) 498-1059.

The city of Southfield welcomed Culver’s, located at 29970 Southfield Road, a restaurant chain known for its ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard, to the community with a ribboncutting ceremony on Oct. 30.  During the event, the city’s Business & Economic Development Department, elected officials and community leaders joined franchise owners and team members to commemorate the opening.  For more information, visit 29970 Southfield Road, call (248) 450-3318 or visit culvers.com.

Green Lantern Pizza opens new location

Attention all pizza lovers, Green Lantern Pizza in St. Clair Shores is now officially open for business. The new location is about a half mile north of 12 Mile Road off Harper Road. This is the local pizza chain’s 17th location that offers a full carryout menu for pickup or easy, fast delivery. Playing off the flagship original location in Madison Heights, Green Lantern Pizza is known for its mouth-watering, thick-cut, grease-filled pepperonis; cheesy lantern bread; and original famous Italian sub. Call (586) 238-3800 or place an order online at greenlanternpizza.com and experience the “King of Pepperoni” yourself.

Expert Physical Therapy opens in Lathrup Village

Expert Physical Therapy in Lathrup Village celebrated its grand opening and ribbon cutting event with the Southfield Area Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 13.

Owner Robert Burns (PT, DPT, OMPT) and his team opened the facility to the public and gave a tour during the celebration.

For more information, visit myexpertpt. com. Call (248) 558-2064 to make an appointment. Expert Physical Therapy is located at 18899 W. 12 Mile Road, just east of Evergreen Road.

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Kendra Montante, director of communications and strategic initiatives for the Troy School District. “We also have a very diverse community, which is amazing, so that is a draw as well.”

Schools of Choice, Montante explained, helps maintain district enrollment while providing educational opportunities, with specific seat numbers announced annually.

“Over the years, School of Choice programs have changed based on things like enrollment needs, so for the last eight or nine years, we have not done a significant amount of Schools of Choice. We have done a little bit of it because our goal was to right size the district a little bit and determine where we were at with our student population and our schools. That’s not uncommon. Many districts do that.”

More recently, as many districts across the state face declining student enrollment, Montante said the Troy School District polled families and received feedback supporting further opening up its Schools of Choice program rather than potentially closing schools with lower student enrollment.

“For the 2026-27 school year, we

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opened it up a little bit more for grades kindergarten, first grade, sixth, seventh and eighth grade,” Montante said.

The Montessori method

A popular educational approach that differs from traditional public and private schools’ teacher-led, age-segregated, curriculum-focused option is the Montessori method.

Tanya Dallo, who owns Country Hills Montessori in Farmington Hills, said the Montessori method — established by Dr. Maria Montessori in the 1890s — is based on the philosophy that students learn best by self-directed activities and observing the world around them.

Country Hills Montessori, which serves children ages 14 months to 9 years in mixedage classes, offers a more individual approach to education, Dallo says, with different selfdirected experiences for every child.

“A Montessori education is designed to develop the full child, so it’s not just the academics, we focus on their social and emotional growth, too, to set them up to be lifelong learners,” she said.

To foster independence, children can choose the subjects they want to study, depending on their interests — things like art, music, foreign language, gardening, science, math, geography, and reading skills — and

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they are encouraged to reason, cooperate, negotiate and understand along the way.

Dallo, who has been providing Montessori education for 32 years, says the method works.

“I’ve seen kids graduate, go through med school to become doctors, we have lawyers, we have a student who is a sheriff,” she said. “It’s so rewarding and it’s wonderful to see.”

GATE programs an option for some

The Avondale School District launched its GATE, or Gifted And Talented Education program during the 2017-2018 school year, enrolling approximately 31 students in two multiage third and fourth grade classrooms at Woodland Elementary School.

At that time, Superintendent James Schwarz said the idea was that it would be a self-contained magnet program to service truly gifted students, being that there was not one in this area — a public school that services students to that end, in a program specific for that ability.

In 2019, the program more than doubled — with 74 students enrolled in four multiage classrooms: two second-and third-

grade split classes, and two fourth-and fifthgrade split classes.

To meet the increasing demand for enrollment, the GATE program moved into a dedicated building, the Avondale Meadows Learning Center in Rochester Hills, with students in second through eighth grades eligible to be part of the program. Today, the school has grown to serve over 400 students.

Upon reaching eighth grade, Schwarz said GATE students then go to high school, where they can differentiate into a wide variety of honors choices, Advanced Placement, dual enrollment and early college. GATE students can complete their high school requirements in half the time, which allows them to take AP or dual enrollment courses.

The GATE program is open to students in second through eighth grades within the Avondale School District and those outside the district through Schools of Choice, as space allows. Applications for students within the district are typically due in the fall, and Schools of Choice applications are typically due in February.

Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

CITY OF LATHRUP VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

RE: 28919 Southfeld Road

Notice is hereby given that the Lathrup Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a change of use from retail to restaurant for a proposed café at 28919 Southfeld Road. The public hearing will take place during the Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda permits.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Members of the public are invited to express their views on the proposed site plan by submitting written comments to the City Clerk at Lathrup Village City Hall before 4:30 PM on February 17, 2026, by mailing or delivering them to 27400 Southfeld Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076. Additionally, individuals may attend the meeting in-person to provide comments or may authorize a representative to speak on their behalf.

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Published: 01/29/2026 Southfeld Sun

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PUBLISHED LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

HISTORIC DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD CITY OF SOUTHFIELD

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 6:00 P.M., Local Time, Congregation Shaarey Zedek, Library Room, 27375 Bell Road, City of Southfeld, County of Oakland, Michigan, at which time and place the Southfeld Historic District Advisory Board will consider the following request pursuant to Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 50, Historic Preservation, of the Code of the City of Southfeld, to wit:

PUBLIC HEARING

1. PHDD25-0001 (LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATION) is a request of Congregation Shaarey Zedek to enact local historic district designation for property located at 27375 Bell Rd, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-16376-007).

Written comments may be mailed to the Planning Department, 26000 Evergreen Road, P.O. Box 2055, Southfeld, MI 480372055, prior to the meeting.

Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Planning Department at (248) 796-4150 or kbryce@cityofsouthfeld.com

GABI GROSSBARD – CITY CLERK

Individuals with special needs who plan to attend this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Offce at 248-796-5150 (voice) or 711 (TDD). If auxiliary aids or services are needed, reasonable advance notice is required.

Published: Southfeld Sun 01/29/2026

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