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.
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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 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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