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EPISODE · May 21, 2025 · 19 MIN

Novi in the '40s &'50s

from Now You Novi · host City of Novi

Discover the heart of Novi before the subdivisions and shopping centers.Step back in time to the 1940s and ’50s, when Novi was a quiet farming community filled with dirt roads, dairy barns, and close-knit neighbors. Longtime resident Kathy Crawford recalls the people, places, and events that shaped the town’s early identity. Delve into the memories, milestones, and moments that defined a bygone era—before rapid development transformed the landscape. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just curious about local history, this episode brings Novi’s rural roots to life through rich storytelling and personal reflections.

Discover the heart of Novi before the subdivisions and shopping centers.Step back in time to the 1940s and ’50s, when Novi was a quiet farming community filled with dirt roads, dairy barns, and close-knit neighbors. Longtime resident Kathy Crawford recalls the people, places, and events that shaped the town’s early identity. Delve into the memories, milestones, and moments that defined a bygone era—before rapid development transformed the landscape. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just curious about local history, this episode brings Novi’s rural roots to life through rich storytelling and personal reflections.

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Discover the heart of Novi before the subdivisions and shopping centers.Step back in time to the 1940s and ’50s, when Novi was a quiet farming community filled with dirt roads, dairy barns, and close-knit neighbors. Longtime resident Kathy Crawford...

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