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Southfield
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ REI will hold its Anniversary Sale from Friday, May 15 to Monday, May 25—offering up to 25% off best-selling outdoor gear and extra deals for REI Co-op members. Local buyers in Southfield can enjoy special opening weekend offers with select items discounted up to 40%. Hometown Life
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kendal Valentine, social media manager at Blake's Farms, joined FOX 2 Detroit Live to share details on the Blake's in Bloom event, which continues this weekend at the farm & invites locals to enjoy seasonal blooms. FOX 2 Detroit
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A cyberattack on Canvas affected several schools yesterday, including Wayne State and the University of Michigan, which temporarily removed access following security concerns. Officials are developing alternative methods for final exams and grade submissions (students will be informed once finalized). CBS News Detroit
- ➤ A hacking incident disrupted Canvas access during spring finals at local colleges on May 7, affecting institutions including Wayne State. The company said most services were restored by 7:16 a.m. on May 8 and urged students to change passwords if they used unfamiliar login pages. Hometown Life
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Black bears remain active across Michigan through fall and state experts recommend that residents remove food attractants from yards and use loud noises to deter bears. Local wildlife agencies urge homeowners to follow safety guidelines (removing bird feeders and securing garbage) to prevent unwanted encounters. Hometown Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on I-94 will face lane closures today as the $350M Restore I-94 project repairs about 13 miles from Detroit Metro Airport to the Dearborn–Detroit border. Crews will block lanes for 15-minute periods on Saturday and Sunday, and further closures are planned through late July. WXYZ
- ➤ Southfield officials held the annual police memorial on May 8 to honor officers Donald Harding and James McMahon, who died in the line of duty, featuring color presentations (with a wreath dedication by Detective Brian Weeks) and remarks from Police Chief Elvin Barren and Mayor Kenson Siver. Southfield Sun
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Entrepreneur Forum: Leveraging AI for Business Growth
9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Lawrence Technological University — Registration required — Engage with industry experts to explore how AI tools can transform your business strategies.
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Detroit Job Fair Seminar
12-1 p.m. — Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit — Free entry — Learn how to navigate the Michigan job market with effective hiring strategies and insider tips.
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Cocktail Candle Making Class
2-4 p.m. — Salt + Ko — Check event page for pricing — Design your own unique cocktail-inspired candle.
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