Overview
- An 18-year-old who filled two potholes on Cherry Hill Road posted a TikTok that drew hundreds of thousands of views and the attention of city officials.
- City leaders said a $2.6 million federal grant will fund a full reconstruction of the Cherry Hill stretch between Gully and Inkster in Dearborn Heights.
- Public works officials said the project must run through a federal bidding process and shared control with Inkster complicates timing, so the timeline is still in development.
- Crews plan to put a cold patch over the teen’s DIY repair and urged residents to report potholes instead of attempting their own fixes, citing safety concerns.
- Coverage varied on start dates, with one report quoting the mayor saying work could begin June 1, while other officials said the schedule remains pending and traffic disruptions will come once construction is set.