š± How a Southfield professorās ideas are reshaping organizations around the world
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In today's newsletter:
- How a Southfield professorās ideas are reshaping organizations around the world
- Southfield gas station fight ends in death and prison sentence
- Southfield resident admits massive fake ID scheme in federal court
Also on today's calendar: Spring Craft Fair at First Pres of Farmington and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 70 and low of 58 degrees.
- Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 67, low: 38.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 48 and low of 30 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Lawrence Tech Names Jacqueline Stavros as University Distinguished Professor (dbusiness.com) ā Lawrence Technological University in Southfield has promoted business professor Jacqueline Stavros to the prestigious rank of University Distinguished Professor, recognizing her global impact on strategy and organizational change. Her SOAR framework and Appreciative Inquiry work have guided major organizations worldwide, while her mentoring of dozens of doctoral students has strengthened LTUās academic reputation and influence from right here in Southfield. 
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2. Detroiter who stabbed friend to death could be out of prison in 5 years as sentenced in Oakland County (theoaklandpress.com) ā A Southfield-area confrontation outside a gas station led to a manās death and a prison term of 6 to 15 years for the 67-year-old Detroiter convicted of voluntary manslaughter. The victim later died at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital, and the case drew an enhanced sentence because of the offenderās prior record. Ā Ā Ā
3. Southfield man pleads guilty to creating fake social security cards (mlive.com) ā A Southfield man has admitted to running a scheme that produced fake Social Security and driverās license cards using stolen identities, causing more than $550,000 in fraud losses. He now faces a possible 15-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty in Detroit. Ā Ā Ā
4. MHSFCA announces Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 (theoaklandpress.com) ā Southfield will host the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame induction on Friday, June 19 at the Westin Southfield Detroit, with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and ceremonies at 7:30. The 14-member Class of 2026 includes several coaches with strong Oakland County ties, and residents can buy tickets online to attend and celebrate their careers. Ā Ā Ā
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Comedian Judge Miles presents: The Verdict Laugh Factory at The BLVD
BLVD: Brunch Lunch Vibes Dinner (Daiquiris Wings & Seafood), 28595 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield
8:30 pm
Saturday April 18
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Kim Joyce Music
Punchline Comedy Lounge , 29555 Northwestern Hwy #312 , Southfield
8:30 pm -
Spring Craft Fair at First Pres of Farmington
First Presbyterian Church of Farmington , 26165 Farmington Rd , Farmington Hills
10:00 am -
Tony Roney Hilarious Mother's Day Comedy
Salt + Ko , 26555 Telegraph Rd Suite #100 , Southfield
5:30 pm -
Tommy Davidson
Punchline Comedy Lounge , 29555 Northwestern Hwy #312 , Southfield
7:30 pm
Monday April 20
Saturday April 25
Sunday May 10
Friday May 15
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BB Field-Royal Oak HS Baseball B FR Home Groves HS
Royal Oak High School , 31050 Woodward , Royal Oak
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Farmers Market
Royal Oak Farmers Market , 316 E 11 Mile Road , Royal Oak
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Roll Into Real Estate - Learn the game. Play to win.
The Mint At Michigan First Conference Center , 27000 Evergreen Rd , Lathrup Village
1:30 pm -
Antiques & Collectibles Market
Royal Oak Farmers Market , 316 E 11 Mile Road , Royal Oak
8:00 am -
Beverly Hills Village Park ā Canine Academy
Beverly Hills Village Park , GQFC+925 18801 Beverly Rd , Beverly Hills
11:00 am -
BB Field-Royal Oak HS Baseball B FR Home Center Line High School
Royal Oak High School , 31050 Woodward , Royal Oak
4:30 pm -
Rum Runners - Oak Park, MI 2026
14300 Oak Park Blvd , Oak Park
1:00 pm
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
Sunday April 19
Monday April 20
Tuesday April 21
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- New SCAM attempts on your phone calendar (showing as events).
Has anyone else been getting alerts from your phone calendar stating events like an order payment has been processed, etc.? (Nextdoor Catalpa Oaks) - This is an informational post.
For those that may be unaware, high schoolers are engaging in a game called Water Wars. This game is where students work in teams to look for otherā¦ (Nextdoor Evergreen/Lahser)
- Chipotle posted a job opening for Crew Member in Dearborn Heights. Apply here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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