Amazon’s Prime Air  drone delivery service has launched in Metro Detroit, now offering residents in Pontiac and Hazel Park rapid, under-an-hour package drops.

Households within a 7.5-mile radius of local fulfillment centers can receive items up to five pounds through this new service, first introduced in Pontiac and recently expanded to Hazel Park.

A community event at Hazel Park Recreation Center on November 20 welcomed residents for a demonstration, showcasing drones that deliver from 400 feet above, gently lowering packages to custom delivery spots.

While many locals are enthusiastic about the innovation, concerns about noise, privacy, and safety have surfaced.

Amazon highlights drones are 40% quieter than previous models and equipped with advanced cameras to ensure safe, private deliveries.

City officials, including Hazel Park’s City Manager Ed Klobucher, encourage transparency as the service expands and community questions continue.

The grand mansion at 4421 Woodward Avenue, known as The Whitney, stands as one of Detroit’s most storied and supernatural landmarks.

Originally built in 1894 by lumber magnate David Whitney Jr., and featuring cutting-edge design from Thomas Edison, the home’s luxury masked a succession of personal tragedies.

Both Whitney’s wife and sister-in-law passed away within its walls, and Whitney himself died there just years after its completion.

The mansion later served as a tuberculosis hospice, deepening its somber aura.

Restored by Richard Kughn in the 1980s and later purchased by Bud Liebler, the property now embraces its haunted history, especially on the third floor’s legendary Ghost Bar.

Guests and staff recount ghostly voices, moving shadows, and self-operating elevators in the elegant setting, making the Ghost Bar a uniquely Detroit destination where past and present mingle with every sip.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’re going to love Big Lake Candy — Metro Detroit’s home for small-batch, freeze-dried treats that turn classic favorites into crunchy, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. From exploding Skittles to puffed-up taffy and caramel bites, every bag delivers a fresh twist on the candies you already love.

Made locally and crafted for maximum flavor, Big Lake Candy has become a fan favorite at festivals, pop-ups, and online orders across Michigan. Whether you’re stocking up for movie night, gifting something unique, or looking for the perfect “try it once and you’re hooked” snack… this is it.

ChargePoint and Dabaja Brothers Development Group have unveiled an ultra-fast electric vehicle charging station in Canton, Michigan, marking a vital advancement for EV drivers across the metro Detroit area.

This new Canton site is just the beginning, as additional stations are planned for Dearborn and Livonia.

Together, these locations will bring more than 40 speedy charging ports to the community, each equipped with ChargePoint Express Plus chargers that can deliver up to 500 kW and simultaneously service two vehicles.

Yousef Dabaja, of Dabaja Brothers, initiated the project to fill a critical gap for local EV charging options.

With real-time performance monitoring and dynamic pricing, these stations, managed through the ChargePoint Platform, promise reliable and convenient charging while drivers shop or dine nearby.

This partnership paves the way for broader EV adoption across metro Detroit, addressing charging “deserts” and supporting the city’s electric future.

Livonia, located in northwest Wayne County, is a city shaped by nearly two centuries of growth and community spirit.

Originally settled in the 1820s by pioneers from New York and New England, Livonia began as a quiet farming community with scattered farms and small settlements like Newburgh and Quakertown.

Expansion of railroads and streetcars in the late 1800s brought market access and growth, slowly transforming the area beyond its rural beginnings.

After World War II, Livonia rapidly evolved due to Detroit’s booming auto industry, prompting its 1950 incorporation to preserve local identity.

The city became one of America’s fastest-growing suburbs in the 1950s and 60s, known for strong schools, new neighborhoods, and landmarks like Wonderland Mall.

Recent projects include the Senior Wellness Center and plans for a new mixed-use city center, reflecting Livonia’s continued investment in community.

Today, Livonia thrives as a welcoming, modern city rooted in its proud heritage.

Alana Weems, founder and CEO of Motions Community Support, is making a meaningful impact in Metro Detroit this Thanksgiving.

Driven by a passion for helping others, Weems and her team have expanded their holiday project to give full Thanksgiving dinners to 120 families facing tough times—a remarkable growth from just two families served seven years ago.

Inspired by her own experiences and her father, former Detroit Lion Cyrill Weems, Alana packs and delivers boxes filled with groceries, making sure no one misses out on a festive meal due to financial hardship.

Weems also ensures those unable to cook receive a hot meal on Thanksgiving Day, promising to keep this mission alive.

Meanwhile, Farmington Hills contributes with events like the YMCA’s “Fresh Baskets” and the Nature Center’s “Thanksgiving Hike & Seek,” uniting the community in gratitude and generosity.