Huntington Woods Hosts Michigan’s First Drag Queen Story Time, More to Come (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 15, 2017) Huntington Woods, MI – Story time in Huntington Woods got a little more interesting with the announcement of guest readers for December, January and February. The Huntington Woods Library has begun hosting what is believed to be…
Plowing Snow into Road Can Mean Fine or Jail Time (Road Commission for Oakland County, Dec. 15, 2017) Beverly Hills, MI — The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) reminds residents and business owners that it is illegal under Michigan law to shovel or plow snow or ice onto any road or highway, or to…
15 Gift Ideas from Candle Wick Shop (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – The holidays are here and Candle Wick Shop in Ferndale is full of pretty and powerful gift ideas. Of course there are many kinds of candles – from those with simple fragrances to those that are made to help…
15 Festive Ideas from Blumz in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 13, 2017) Holly, MI – Christmas is coming and Blumz is full of sparkling holiday cheer for their first winter season at the Holly location. This makes store number three for the Blumz family, with locations also in Detroit and Ferndale. This isn’t just…
Nominations Sought for Southfield MLK Community Service Award (MLK Taskforce, Dec. 13, 2017) SOUTHFIELD, MI – The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Task Force of Southfield is currently seeking nominations for the 2018 MLK Community Service Award. The award honors one individual each year who best exemplifies the qualities of the late Dr. Martin Luther…
Four Things to Know for Medical Marijuana Facility Applicants (LARA, Dec. 13, 2017) Lansing, MI – The Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will be ready to accept applications for medical marihuana facility licenses beginning this Friday, December 15, 2017. The department is prepared to accept applications for all license types – grower, processor,…
Video Shows B&E Suspect at Auto-Lab in Waterford (Waterford Police, Dec. 13, 2017) Waterford, MI – The Waterford Township Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in the Breaking & Entering at the Auto-Lab Complete Car Care Center at 180 S. Telegraph Road. The incident occurred on December 4,…
Novi Honors Ryan Trainer as Employee of the Year (City of Novi, Dec. 13, 2017) Novi, MI – Department of Public Services Work Leader Ryan Trainer understands his interactions with residents typically come during unfortunate times – a water main break, frozen pipes and sewage backups to name a few. But it’s because of his…
Lawsuit Dismissed Against Village of Holly over Water and Sewer Fees (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 12, 2017) Holly, MI – A lawsuit against the Village of Holly over water and sewer fees was dismissed Dec. 6 for the second time when the judge determined there was no evidence that fees had been used improperly. The…
Explore: Wintertime in Ludington (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 12, 2017) Ludington, MI- Wintertime does not mean an end to road trips and adventure. In fact, Michigan is beautiful when covered in the white sparkly crystals of snow. I was lucky this weekend to have a chance to stay overnight in Ludington, on Lake Michigan north…
Reporter Food: Beef Wellington at Holly Hotel (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 9, 2017) Holly, MI – The holidays are a magical time at the Holly Hotel at 110 Battle Alley in Downtown Holly. The Victorian hotel, which now serves as a restaurant and banquet center, has it’s halls and it’s dining rooms decked with Christmas…
Teen Sets Fire in Oak Park Library Restroom, Building Closed One Day (Crystal A Proxmire, Dec. 11, 2017) Oak Park, MI – The Oak Park Library is closed this evening due to a fire reportedly set by a teenager in the restroom. Public Safety Chief Steve Cooper said “There was a small fire set in…
Business Owners Share Passion & Advice, Class Offered for Ferndale Entrepreneurs (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 11, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Maria Petrenko of Hadrout knows what it is like to believe passionately in dreams that are against the odds. She came to the United States from Russia in 1999, with English as her second language. …
Reporter Food: Turkey Artichoke Burger at Rosie O’Grady’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 11, 2017) Ferndale, MI – A chilly weekday was made warm by lunch at Rosie O’Grady’s at 279 W. 9 Mile in Downtown Ferndale. The meal started with a nice hot bowl of chili, topped with shredded cheese and a spoonful of sour…
Task Force Presents Suggested Drone Regulations to State for Consideration (MDOT, Dec. 11, 2017) Lansing, MI – The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Task Force (UASTF) released a report of recommendations it presented to Gov. Rick Snyder and to the state Legislature regarding unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones. The report presents a desire to have a…
Fire on London Minimized Due to Troy Fire Dept Response (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 11, 2017) Troy, MI – A fire in a garage in the 2300 block of London in Troy was confined thanks to the quick response of the Troy Fire Department on Dec. 7. Fire Chief Chuck Riesterer shared info on the…
Rare Cats Reportedly Spotted in Farmington Hills Area After Fire, Owners Offering Reward (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 10, 2017) Farmington Hills, MI – The search continues for four cats that lived in a Farmington Hills home that burned on Nov. 13. The cats were originally thought to have perished in the fire, but the couple…
Ferndale Football Team Disqualified Over Alleged False Registrations (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 8, 2017) Ferndale, MI – After getting support from the community to go to National Championships in Orlando, Florida, the Ferndale Eagles Youth Association Pop Warner football team was disqualified after a review of registrations for the players. In the Unlimited Division –…
Suspects Smash Window to Steal from Mobil in Commerce Twp (video) (Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, Dec. 8, 2017) Commerce Township, MI – INCIDENT: 04:39 hrs. – Commerce Township – Commercial Breaking and Entering – #17-223592 SUMMARY: Deputies responded to the 3000 block of E. West Maple Rd. (Mobil Gas Station) for a Commercial Burglary Alarm.…
Detroit Axe: Sharp New Ferndale Restaurant Combines Food & Hatchet Throws (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 7, 2017) Ferndale, MI – With so many quality restaurants in Downtown Ferndale, how do you stay a cut above the competition? Not just with good food, but with experience says Detroit Axe co-founder Geoff Kretchmer. Kretchmer and Brian Siegel…