Chicken and sausage gumbo with Savoy Restaurant

Chef and owner of Savoy Restaurant, Melba Dearing, showcases how to prepare her chicken and sausage gumbo. Savoy will be hosting a special Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday, March 4th. Savoy is located at 17131 E. Warren Ave. in Detroit. For more visit, savoydetroit.com.

I-696 closure: Three things to know

MDOT is closing eastbound 696 starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 3 for two years as part of a massive reconstruction project.

Maplefest returns to MSU Tollgate Farm

Maplefest is happening at MSU Tollgate Farm on March 8th and 9th. MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center is located at 28115 Meadowbrook Road in Novi. For tickets and more visit, canr.msu.edu/tollgate/Program-Event-Calendar/maple-tapping-and-pancake-feast.