Good morning, Southfield.

Drivers on I-696 near Woodward Ave will face a ramp closure today after 9 a.m. until mid-August, while the ramp to westbound I-696 will close Thursday and I-75 ramps will reopen Wednesday — the Southfield Rd ramp is set to close later this summer.

MDOT announced 11 statewide road closures this week, including an I-75 shutdown in Wayne County beginning Friday at 9 p.m. that will affect Southfield traffic & require detours via Chrysler Service Drive.

Former Detroit Tigers catcher Mickey Tettleton explained his unique batting stance (which evolved one spring training morning in Lakeland) during his Friday appearance at Detroit Sports Spectacular in Novi; he urged young players to develop their own style.

Cocktail Candle Making Class

2-4 p.m. — Salt + Ko — Check event page for pricing — Design your own unique cocktail-inspired candle.

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.

4th Annual CUBS4LIFE Hall of Fame Gala

1-7 p.m. — Carpe Diem Banquet Hall — Fundraiser — Celebrate the 2026 Hall of Fame Class and connect with fellow alumni while supporting youth initiatives.