Good morning, Southfield.

Apple orchards around metro Detroit are in the heart of apple picking season as families visit while farmers at Spicer’s Orchard in Fenton aim to harvest near half a million pounds of apples but face weather uncertainty that may lead to a slight shortfall.

Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum will reopen in weeks at its new West Bloomfield Township location at Orchard Mall on Orchard Lake Road — ending a two-year hiatus after a plumbing issue delayed reopening plans, the owner said.

AAA reported on Monday that gas prices in Michigan reached their highest level of 2026, with motorists paying about $74 for a 15-gallon fill after a 62-cent rise per gallon.

The increase follows regional refinery issues and is $1.75 higher than last year.

Southfield drivers may face higher fuel costs today as Metro Detroit gas prices climbed 60 cents from last week due to market pressures amid the ongoing Iran conflict.

Michigan's fall foliage map shows leaves in metro Detroit beginning to change on Oct.

2 and peaking by Oct. 29, following earlier color shifts in the Upper Peninsula. Residents in Southfield can plan outings to enjoy the season's gradual transformation.

The Tigers announced Comerica Park will soon be renamed Fifth Third Park after Fifth Third Bank acquired Comerica Inc. The naming rights deal runs through 2034, and the change was revealed before the final homestand at the 26-year-old stadium.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said he trusts defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard to adjust after a tough loss to the Bills.

Campbell stressed the defense must tighten up as the team works to overcome injuries and miscommunication.