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Southfield
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families visited the new Erb Discovery Trails at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak yesterday — a seven-acre, $49 million project offering a stingray cove, barnyard area, and canopy trail, with future exhibits including burrowing owls and bush dogs. The interactive space is designed for all ages and enriches local family outings. Hometown Life
- ➤ Metro Detroit counties will host Memorial Day parades and ceremonies on Sunday and Monday. Dearborn’s 100th parade starts at 10 a.m. from Michigan Avenue with staging at Schaefer, and Ferndale’s celebration begins at 10 a.m. near Memorial Mall + several events honor fallen soldiers regionwide. The Detroit News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Forty brides reported issues on May 22 after Beloved Bridal left them scrambling for their wedding dress plans. Affected customers in Southfield are waiting for a prompt response from the shop — they want clear communication about future services. FOX 2 Detroit
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ More than 1 million Michiganders expect high gas prices this Memorial Day weekend as they plan road trips to celebrate the holiday. Travelers should plan ahead (expect costly fill-ups) as fuel prices remain steep. FOX 2 Detroit
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan has restricted six invasive landscape plants used in local landscaping to protect native ecosystems. Two water plants will be banned beginning June 19 while four shrubs and trees will be prohibited starting Jan. 1, 2028 after a phase-out period for the nursery industry, with no penalty for accidental possession. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials encourage Michigan homeowners to fill out an online application for the Safe Room Rebate Program, which if funded will cover up to 75% of tornado safe room costs for eligible applicants. Fifty homeowners will be selected with 100 alternates, and applicants must complete construction to receive reimbursement. Hometown Life
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Following their playoff exit, the Pistons have laid out an offseason schedule with free agency and draft preparations set from June, including draft pick choices on June 23–24 and training camp beginning in late September — the timetable aims to build on their 60-win season. MLive
- ➤ Guard Daniss Jenkins impressed during the playoffs (including a buzzer-beater and a 30-point game) and said he will work hard this summer to improve his game as the Pistons consider keeping his option for next season. His strong performances have sparked optimism among team officials. MLive
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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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Brisket Masterclass with Moe Cason
11 AM - 12 PM — Great Lakes Culinary Center — Hands-on experience — Learn the secrets of smoking perfect brisket from BBQ legend Moe Cason.
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