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Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Southfield are upset after trash was dumped at an abandoned apartment on March 30, raising concerns about the area's appearance. Neighbors hope officials will act soon to address the eyesore. FOX 2 Detroit
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the area rose 4 cents since last week, with Metro Detroit averaging $3.92 per gallon on Monday, Mar. 30, according to AAA. Southfield drivers may face higher fuel costs as analysts warn that oil market changes + supply issues could push prices upward. The Detroit News
- ➤ Job Fair Giant is hosting the Michigan Job Fair at the Radisson Hotel in Southfield today from noon to 5 p.m. The event offers over 550 job openings with same-day interviews and a cash card giveaway for experienced professionals, skilled trades, veterans, and other job seekers. Click on Detroit
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southfield Public Schools held a farewell event on March 28 at University K-12 Academy, formerly Southfield Lathrup High School, as alumni gathered to remember their past before the district begins reconstructing the campus this summer. The district will move students to temporary schools until the campus may reopen in fall 2029. Southfield Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service reported isolated storms with hail and gusty winds last night. Today, a cold front will bring organized storms with damaging winds, heavy rain, and a low risk of tornadoes across Southeast Michigan. CBS News Detroit
- ➤ USDA sharpshooters killed 70 white-tailed deer in a regional cull across Farmington Hills, Farmington, and Southfield earlier this year. The effort aimed to reduce deer-vehicle collisions and property damage, but officials said poor weather and limited access hindered reaching the 400-deer goal — showing challenges in suburban deer management. Hometown Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ As Tax Day nears on Wednesday, April 15, scammers are targeting filings, and Southfield taxpayers are urged by officials to file early and use safe practices (using multifactor authentication) to protect their information. Report any suspicious activity using official channels or by calling 517-636-4486. Hometown Life
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan advanced to the Final Four for the first time since 2018 after beating Tennessee 95-62 on Sunday — coach Dusty May said the team, led by star Yaxel Lendeborg, will face Arizona in the national semifinal on Saturday in Indianapolis. CBS News Detroit
- ➤ Amon-Ra St. Brown looks forward to engaging fans when the Lions travel to Munich next season. The four-time Pro Bowler said his dual heritage & fluency in German will help boost interest in NFL games abroad. MLive
- ➤ Sports reporter Brandon Folsom announced Hometown Life’s All-Area girls basketball team for the season, naming standout Harlem Simpson of Birmingham Groves who averaged 31.1 points. Selections include players from local high schools across the metro area as recognized by first, second, and third teams. Hometown Life
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Michigan Job Fair
12-5 p.m. — Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit — Free admission — Connect with over 50 local employers actively hiring for diverse job opportunities.
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