This Grosse Pointe bar is a fan favorite for watching a big game
From classic burgers to hot dogs with the perfect snap, Margeโs Bar and Grill has just what you want to eat while watching a big game! This homey bar, with old school food and sports memorabilia on the walls, has been run by Jim Depuysโ family since the 1960s.
How to keep kids interested in books after Reading Month is over
As March comes to a close, so does National Reading Month, a time where we encourage young people to read more, keep them engaged and make reading fun. But how do you keep this going all year long? Tati Amare spoke with Jennifer Kendall from Coreanderโs Childrenโs Bookshoppe in Grosse Pointe to give us her expert advice on how to keep the kiddos interested in reading.
Grosse Pointe family continues longtime crossing guardโs tradition of service
To guide a child safely across a street was something Dick Krausmann did lovingly for 51 years. He would stop what he was doing, wherever he was doing it, and head towards Maire Elementary School in Grosse Pointe with his vest and stop signs and cross children safely.
Grosse Pointe art teacher inspired by Paula Tutmanโs ceramics series shows students how to make tiles
The COVID pandemic has pushed many of us to find new ways to relieve stress. Local 4โฒs Paula Tutman shared her journey with art and how that helped her stay mentally fit and emotionally healthy. She used clay.
CVS expands COVID-19 vaccination appointments in Michigan: How to register
CVS has expanded locations offering the COVID-19 vaccine in Michigan. How to register:You must register in advance right here (click here) -- there will be a link to Michigan under the โVaccine available in select CVS Pharmacy locationsโ dropdown. You can also do this through the CVS Pharmacy app. More: Looking for COVID-19 vaccines in Metro Detroit: Track openings, clinics, appointmentsAdRelated:How to schedule COVID vaccine appointment at Rite Aid in MichiganMeijer has COVID-19 vaccination clinics at stores across Michigan. The state of Michigan announced Friday, March 12 that every resident 16 and older will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5.
Grosse Pointe teen collects items for less fortunate
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ A local family is used to volunteering and giving back, but had to find a new way to help others during the coronavirus pandemic. If you canโt drop them off in the box, thereโs an Amazon wishlist on the charityโs website. โAt first it was just close friends and family, once it gained traction, more distant friends friends and family,โ Tengler said. โNow itโs people I donโt even know.โSo far, the 17-year-old has collected about 2,000 pairs of socks and underwear. โWeโre so fortunate and there are so many people who have been super affected by the pandemic,โ Tengler said.
Residents protest KKK flag displayed in Grosse Pointe Park home facing Black neighbor
GROSSE POINTE PARK, Mich. โ A steady flowing line of protesters Sunday circled their way around Wayburn Street in Grosse Pointe Park to clearly voice their disgust of an open display of racism. Their protest comes after a home displayed a red black and white Ku Klux Klan flag in window facing an African American womanโs home. Officials with the city of Grosse Pointe Park released the following statement:AdAt approximately 3:00pm Tuesday February 16th the Grosse Pointe Park Department of Public Safety was made aware of a Ku Klux Klan flag displayed in a window that faces the home of an African-American woman. The Grosse Pointe Park Public Safety Department serves all residents of our community no matter their race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religion. City of Grosse Pointe ParkThe Grosse Pointes and Harper Woods branch of the NAACP released the following statement:
Metro Detroit organization helps struggling families reconnect, heal
One Metro Detroit organization is working with struggling families to help them mend. โBlack Family Development Incorporated is a 42-year-old family counseling organization,โ said CEO Kenyatta Stephens. โWe were created as an organization that specialized in evidence-based practices that were intended to strengthen and support African-American families. He sought help through Black Family Development Incorporated, which he found through Aniyaโs school. โWhen I came to Black Family everything changed.
Beaumont Hospital-Taylor reinstates visitor safety restrictions as COVID cases rise
Beaumont, Grosse Pointe, Royal Oak and Troy already reinstated visitor restrictions on Tuesday, Nov. 10. โWeโve had a notable rise in COVID-19 cases in Metro Detroit,โ said Dr. Nick Gilpin, medical director of Infection Prevention and Epidemiology for Beaumont Health. Visitors with a person receiving care at Beaumont, Grosse Pointe, Taylor and Troy must leave after bringing that person into the Emergency Center. Our COVID-19 Data section tracks many of the key data points health officials are watching closely every single day. Track key COVID-19 data points in Michigan:
Grosse Pointe Shores City Hall closing until further notice, officials say
GROSSE POINTE SHORES, Mich. โ The Village of Grosse Pointe Shores City Hall is closing until further notice, officials said Saturday. Grosse Pointe Shores residents can continue to contact city administration offices and the public safety department amid the building closure, officials said. The closure comes as Michigan continues to see significant increases in COVID-19 cases each day. On Saturday, the state reported 7,072 new COVID-19 cases and 65 new deaths since Friday. The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Michigan has risen to a total 251,813 as of Saturday, including 7,994 total deaths.
Archdiocese of Detroit extends Mass dispensation due to COVID surge
DETROIT โ For months, mass at St. Clare Montefalco Parish in Grosse Pointe Park has been different in many ways, but still celebrated weekly. Allen Vigneron, extended a blessing. Announced on Friday, the dispensation from the obligation to attend mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation was extended to Ash Wednesday, Feb, 17, 2021. Those who stay at home should keep holy the Lordโs Day by reading scripture or watching mass virtually. You can read the full letter from Reverend Allen H. Vigneron, Archbishop of Detroit here.
Michigan high school athletes adapt to COVID policies in preparation for winter season amid rising cases
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ As COVID-19 cases rise throughout Michigan, high school sports teams must adapt to new policies and procedures. At Grosse Pointe South, the varsity girlโs basketball team has begun practicing for the winter season. Other high school winter sports are required to wear masks 100 percent of the time, like wrestling and competitive cheerleading. Geoff Kimmerly, a member of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) says the decision to play winter sports is left to each individual school district. Related: MHSAA confirms winter high school sports in Michigan will start on time
How Detroitโs Wayne County suburbs voted in 2020 presidential election
Weโre taking a closer look at how Metro Detroit voted for president in the Nov. 3 General Election. Overall, Wayne County was a definitive vote for Biden -- 68.12% of the vote. In Oakland County, Biden won with 56.36% of the vote -- 433,982 total votes for the Democrat. Macomb County was the lone member of the tri-county region to vote red -- 53.28% of the vote was for Trump in Macomb County (264,535 votes). Share it with Trust Index๐ง Sign up for our Election Results newsletter to get election results updates sent right to your inbox:
Beaumont hospitals in Royal Oak, Troy and Grosse Pointe reinstate visitor safety restrictions as COVID cases rise
DETROIT โ Beaumont hospitals in Royal Oak, Troy and Grosse Pointe are limiting the visitation of family and friends beginning Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 8 a.m. to protect patients, staff and community as COVID-19 cases in the region and state continue to rise. Related: Beaumont Hospital-Taylor reinstates visitor safety restrictions as COVID cases riseโWeโve had a notable rise in COVID-19 cases in metro Detroit,โ said Dr. Nick Gilpin, medical director of Infection Prevention and Epidemiology for Beaumont Health. Patients should continue to go to any Beaumont Emergency Department for medical issues that need urgent attention. The local medical leadership at each Beaumont hospital makes the determination about when to implement visitor restrictions. According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 3.8 million have recovered in the U.S., with more than 9.9 million cases reported across the country.
Grosse Pointe Public Schools switch to fully virtual learning as COVID cases climb
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ All students within the Grosse Pointe Public School System (GPPSS) are returning to remote learning next week as coronavirus spread worsens among the community. Students receiving special education programs and services will also switch to a virtual instruction on Monday. Superintendent Gary C. Niehaus says that, similarly to other districts, Grosse Pointe schools are facing staffing issues amid rising COVID-19 cases in Michigan, as teachers are forced to quarantine due to coronavirus exposure. Buildings will be open for GPPSS staff to access their classrooms, materials and technology. Click here for a list of COVID-19 cases and their associated schools within the GPPSS community.
High school marching bands adapt to the pandemic
Many marching bands had an unusual and less traditional season this year due to the pandemic. Many, if not most high schools decided to have band camp at their high school instead of going away like in past years. Lake Shore High School Marching Shorians (WDIV)The Lake Shore Marching Shorians had to wait to see what was happening to their football team in order to be allowed to have rehearsals for MSBOA festival. Dearborn High Schoolโs Band Director Brian McCloskey said his band also had a home band camp at the end of July and held outdoor rehearsals during August three times a week. Lake Shore High School Marching Shorians (WDIV)โWe refuse to back down,โ said Band and Choir Director of Riverview Community High School Ian Nicholas.
4Frenzy โCoach of the Weekโ: Grosse Pointe North cheerโs Kristina Kaiser
Kristina Kaiser is the varsity cheer coach at Grosse Pointe North High School. Originally she was asked to be the assistant coach for junior varsity and after ten years, Kaiser became the varsity coach of her beloved alma mater. The GPN cheer team is a competitive cheer team. A winner is not a true winner if they have a bad attitude. Coach Kaiser is clearly a wonderful coach, and we at 4Frenzy were happy to name her Coach of the Week!
Michiganโs most haunted: The Werewolf of Grosse Pointe
Note: The Halloween special Haunted Legends of Old Detroit, hosted by Chuck Gaidica, originally aired in 1996. If you do, it might not be the neighbor's dog - it could be the werewolf of Grosse Pointe. There's a fascinating tale of a young woman named Genevieve, who lived there with her father. The pact was that he could be turned into a werewolf - and he could pursue her and keep her. One night, the werewolf tracked Genevieve - she fought him off, and turned him into stone.
Parents of Grosse Pointe students urge school board to begin in-person learning
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ Despite COVID-19 cases rising, Grosse Pointe parents are pushing for face-to-face learning. They took their argument to the Grosse Pointe School Board on Monday night. Tonight the parents say the drawbacks of online learning far outweigh the risk of their kids getting sick from face-to-face learning. โI agree with these parents, I want our kids back,โ said Grosse Pointe School Board President, Margaret Weertz. Elementary students are back in person part of the week, and parents say itโs hurting middle and high school students.
Michigan General Election Results for Grosse Pointe on Nov. 3, 2020
The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. (Note: Due to an increase in mail-in voting, clerks are expecting delayed results, up to multiple days. Find more election results and news on the Decision 2020 page. ๐ Become an Insider ๐Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 5: Banner in the Sky
Scott Burnstein, crime reporter and historianThe family of JoAnn Matouk Romain says it will never give up on finding out what happened to her. Burnstein, an investigative reporter who typically covers mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain captured his curiosity. A FBI spokesperson would only say โthey would not confirm or deny a meeting with JoAnn Matouk Romain occurred.โThe case into Matouk Romainโs death remains open. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 5: Very Disturbing and Unresolved
Scott Burnstein, crime reporter and historianThe family of JoAnn Matouk Romain says it will never give up on finding out what happened to her. Burnstein, an investigative reporter who typically covers mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain captured his curiosity. A FBI spokesperson would only say โthey would not confirm or deny a meeting with JoAnn Matouk Romain occurred.โThe case into Matouk Romainโs death remains open. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
Grosse Pointe Art Association hopes to offer people an escape from the stress of this year
GROSSE POINTE, Mich. โ This year has been wild, and it might have taken a toll on you emotionally, mentally and even financially. The goal of the Grosse Pointe Art Center is to encourage kindness, respect and equality while bringing people together through art. โWe want to reach out to everyone who wants to join us.โThe art center is housed inside the Grosse Pointe War Memorial on Jefferson Avenue. โI think it has enriched my life greatly so thereโs the inspirational part.โShe said sheโs watched the way art has helped education others and invite people to think. The Grosse Pointe Art Center is working on a virtual way for people to take in the artwork and classes.
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 2: Missing When You Are Not Reported Missing
Matouk Romain had been living with her daughters on Morningside Drive at the time. That is when Columbo said the investigation into the disappearance of JoAnn Matouk Romain began. Burnstein, who mainly works on stories and investigations that involve organized crime mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain sparked his curiosity. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 4: Questionable Police Practices
Matouk Romainโs family doesnโt believe she committed suicide; her children believe something more sinister happened to the mom of three. The first is the idea JoAnn Matouk Romain walked to her death. JoAnn Matouk Romain's ripped purse. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 3: 'If anything ever happens to me ... '
She didnโt know what, she just knew something was going to happen.โ Michelle Romain, JoAnn Matouk Romain's daughterTen years and counting and the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain remains a mystery. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. The family said Matouk Romain shared her fears of her cousin Tim Matouk to others as well. Full Screen 1 / 11 These are images of the area outside St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church where JoAnn Matouk Romain went missing Jan. 12, 2010. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 1: Secrets of a Small Town
Kellie Romain, JoAnn Matouk Romain's daughterIt is a mystery that has haunted Grosse Pointe Farms and Grosse Pointe Woods for more than a decade: What happened to mother of three JoAnn Matouk Romain? Then there was the word Matouk Romain was paranoid and depressed, and the public seemed to be satisfied with the explanation she committed suicide. JoAnnโs life in Grosse Pointe WoodsJoAnn Matouk Romain was born and raised in Grosse Pointe Woods in her childhood home on Anita Street. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:
New revelations in JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery -- watch series here
โAnd said, you know, โIf something ever happens to me, look at him,โโ Kellie Romain said. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:A local mother reportedly walks into the icy water of Lake St. Clair and kills herself. Some claim JoAnn Matouk Romain was paranoid, but was she? โYou say Iโm being followed and all of a sudden sheโs missing,โ said Kellie Romain. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie.
July 2014: New witness drops bombshell in JoAnn Matouk Romain death investigation
GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich. โ There is a new, surprising development in the investigation into the 2010 death of a Grosse Pointe Woods woman. According to documents filed in federal court, attorneys representing the family of JoAnn Matouk Ramain revealed a new witness has come forward. The witness, Paul Hawk, has sworn under oath that he saw Timothy Matouk with JoAnn near the water the night she went missing. JoAnn Matouk Romain was last seen Jan. 12, 2010, at a prayer service at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church in Grosse Pointe Farms. Timothy Matouk is JoAnn's cousin.