Hazel Park’s Wilfred Webb Dies at Age 95 (C. Proxmire, July 3, 2016) Hazel Park, MI – A beloved member of the Hazel Park community, Dr. Wilfred D. Webb passed away on July 2 at the age of 95. Webb was a State Representative and an educator and Superintendent of Hazel Park Schools. Webb’s name…
Beheaded Stuffed Animal Hanging from Tree May Be Ethnic Intimidation (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, July 3, 2016) Commerce Twp, MI – FROM DAY SHIFT: 07-02-2016, 07:00 hrs. THROUGH MIDNIGHT SHIFT: 07-03-2016, 07:00 hrs. INCIDENT: 09:55 hrs. – Commerce Township – Ethnic Intimidation – #16-113178 SUMMARY: Deputies responded to the 9000 block of Gittins Blvd for…
Police Chief’s Recommendations for Avoiding Traffic (Auburn Hills Police Chief Doreen Olko, July 2, 2016) We are all looking forward to a fun holiday weekend, I know I am. One concern we share with you is about traffic. Last weekend we heard from folks who got caught up in traffic northbound on I-75 north of…
We Got This #1: Cheryl Salinas-Tucker, Owner of Rouge Makeup and Nail Studio in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Women from around the world gathered in Washington DC on June 14 for the United States of Women Summit. The event featured a series of speakers celebrating the successes of women…
We Got This #2: Jaye Spiro, Owner of Mejishi Martial Arts in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Women from around the world gathered in Washington DC on June 14 for the United State of Women Summit. The event featured a series of speakers celebrating the successes of women while also…
We Got This #3: Jess McClary, Owner of McClary Bros Drinking Vinegars in Farmington (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2016) Farmington, MI – Women from around the world gathered in Washington DC on June 14 for the United States of Women Summit. The event featured a series of speakers celebrating the successes of women while…
Michigan Modifies Domestic Violence Laws (Guest Blog, Lisa Schmidt, July 1, 2016) Lansing, MI – Domestic violence is a serious problem in family law. Whether there has been a conviction or not, the lasting effects of intimate partner violence can make any divorce, custody, or parenting time case far more emotional and difficult. The Michigan…
Self-Care Isn’t Selfish (Guest blog, Nkenge Burkhead, Prevention Education Specialist, HAVEN, July 1, 2016) People often ask, “How did you get involved in this work?” This is a question advocates working to end domestic and sexual violence have been asked countlessly. Their answers are often filled with personal experiences. Many advocates identify as both survivor…
Brock Turner Isn’t Special. His Victim is. (Guest Blog, Lisa Schmidt, July 1, 2016) We don’t know her name. And honestly, we don’t have a right to. But the victim in the Brock Turner case is a hero. She spoke out against a tarnished part of our legal system that happens every day, all across the…
Clawson Skate Park, Hazel Park John R Plan Among Projects Vying for MML Award (Michigan Municipal League, June 30, 2016) Clawson, MI – Thirteen projects, programs, and initiatives involving communities throughout Michigan are vying for the statewide Community Excellence Award (CEA)—the most prestigious Michigan Municipal League honor. The communities involved in this year’s competition are…
Deceased Woman Found in Field in Pontiac Identified as White Lake Resident (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, June 30, 2016) From: McCabe, Michael G Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 3:06 PM We have received several inquirers about a body found this morning. Below is the synopsis: ________ INCIDENT: 6/29/16 @ 8:38AM City of Pontiac, Death Investigation,…
Activist for Transgender Community Darnell Jones Dies of Cancer (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 30, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The LGBTQ community lost an ally and an activist Wednesday as Darnell Jones, Vice President of Gender Identity Network Alliance, died due to complications from cancer. Jones was a pharmacist by day and an activist at night,…
Ferndale Officer Charged with Assaulting Arrestee (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 29, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Officer Jason White resigned in the midst of an investigation into use of excessive force against a man who was under arrest. According to a statement by Ferndale Police Chief Timothy Collins, “In the early morning hours of…
Berkley City Manager Grapples with Public Discontent, Invites Sheriff to Investigate Claims (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 28, 2016) Berkley, MI – City leaders in Berkley are facing a culture of discontent as progressive elected officials try to manage municipal business in opposition to residents who are well-organized and ready stop decisions they think will change…
Ferndale Library Director Resigns, Darlene Hellenberg to Serve as Interim (Ferndale Area District Library, June 27, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The Ferndale Area District library Board has been informed that its Director, Jessica Keyser, has accepted a position as the Executive Director of the Grosse Pointe Public Library. Keyser will be working throughout the summer…
Explosion at Madison Heights Fireworks Planned Part of Show Police Say (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 27, 2016) Madison Heights, MI – Crowds were worried Sunday night when an explosion came from the fireworks detonation site at Civic Center Park. The explosion sent a burst of flames into the air, and videos started making the…
Troy Fire Dept. Welcomes Campers from Leader Dogs for the Blind (Chuck Riesterer, Asst. Fire Chief of Troy, June 27, 2016) Troy, MI – On Sunday June 26, members of the Troy Fire Department, Station #3, welcomed campers from the Leader Dogs for the Bling organization. Twenty-four campers from across the country came to Troy…
Worker Dies While Installing Molding Press in Auburn Hills (Sgt. Rick Leonard, Auburn Hills Police, June 27, 2016) On Sunday June 26th, at approximately 11:00pm members of the Auburn Hills Police and Fire Departments responded to Delta Tooling at 1350 Harmon Road in Auburn Hills. Initial reports were of an employee injured at that location. …
Independence Day Fireworks in Oakland County 2016 (Oakland County Blog, republished with permission, June 22, 2016) America the Beautiful. It’s time to celebrate freedom – grab a blanket and the family and head to one of the many celebrations taking place throughout Oakland County. Celebrations and events take place on varying days (and times), however most…
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