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Southfield
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pure Hockey announced this week that it acquired Michigan-based Perani's Hockey World and will rebrand its stores in metro Detroit, including locations in Ann Arbor, Bloomfield Hills, Brighton, Livonia, Sterling Heights and Taylor. The change upholds a local legacy and aims to expand its product selection and services. WXYZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Live Nation has launched its Summer of Live ticket sale in Metro Detroit, offering $30 tickets for more than 75 concerts. All Access members can purchase tickets early (Apr. 23–28) while general sale runs (Apr. 29 to May 5). Click on Detroit
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Michigan have surged by 41 cents (in one week) and drivers are shifting to public transit options such as SMART buses and DDOT. The rise is caused by refinery maintenance and geopolitical issues in the Middle East. Click on Detroit
- ➤ Gas prices in Michigan rose above $4.50 overnight due to supply issues and maintenance, with one Ferndale station charging $4.89 cash and $4.99 with credit, leaving drivers of large vehicles paying nearly $100 for a fill-up. FOX 2 Detroit
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy said most of the 86,000 customers who lost power Monday due to high winds have had power restored, though about 10,000 remained without electricity as of Wednesday in parts of Kalamazoo, Calhoun, and St. Joseph counties. Six hundred crews continued working to fully restore service. Hometown Life
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Southfield City Council is considering a rule that would require home inspections before sellers list their property. A local realtor explained cost concerns for homeowners during a discussion on April 29 — the move could affect future home sales. FOX 2 Detroit
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tigers placed Javier Baez on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday after an awkward landing injured his right ankle. Infielder Jace Jung was called up from Toledo (selected 12th overall in 2022) to take his roster spot. MLive
- ➤ Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner was expected to miss Game 5 due to injury, leaving the Pistons, who trailed 3-1, with a crucial chance to stage a comeback at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday night. The Pistons needed to capitalize on his absence to avoid an early playoff exit. MLive
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